Exploring a Cozy NYC Apartment

Aug 18, 2024

NYC Apartment Tour Notes

Overview

  • Tour guide shares an inside look at their NYC apartment.
  • Rent: $3,800 per month.
  • Location: Fort Green, Brooklyn (upscale neighborhood).
  • An anecdote about a gang incident involving a doorman.

Entryway

  • Open layout with no hallways.
  • Contains canvas bags (including a patchwork bag from Thailand) and daily shoes.
  • Other items: umbrellas, keys, sunglasses, and stray mail from previous residents.

Storage and Closets

  • Two walk-in closets, a rare find in NYC.
  • Bathroom: standard but with good storage.
    • Contains skincare products and miscellaneous items.

Living and Kitchen Area

  • Open living space, decorated with personal touches.
  • Kitchen features:
    • Gas range stove and full-size appliances (oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge with ice maker).
    • Organized corner for appliances to maximize space.
    • Includes various cooking gadgets (air fryer, Vitamix, etc.) and a washer/dryer combo, highlighting convenience.

Workspace

  • Uplift desk for standing/sitting options, equipped with custom keyboard and Logitech mouse.
  • Timer for productivity management.
  • Personal art and decor items, including a unique plant holder.

Living Room Decor

  • Gallery wall with art collected from travels and local shops.
  • Cluttered TV unit with plans to replace it for a more streamlined look.
  • Various decorative items including fake flowers, Asian art books, and gaming paraphernalia.

Bedroom

  • Small but cozy, with a queen bed.
  • Features:
    • Adjustable bed for comfort (zero gravity option).
    • Art pieces from MoMA and personal items that reflect their relationship.

Final Thoughts

  • Rooftop view (30 stories high) of Brooklyn and Manhattan, but block by new construction.
  • Sentimental feelings towards the apartment and anticipation for future changes.