On what is touted as a quiet residential street in West SoHo, Philip Johnson/Alan Ritchie Architects has designed a gem of a building for folks looking for a little privacy with their luxury. The charcoal glass facade hardly exudes the impersonal air of other glass facade creations around Manhattan. These two and three-bedroom apartments are honed to appeal to busy professionals, with a succinct design and simple hues throughout. Large floor-to-ceiling windows permit natural sunlight to permeate the units, encouraging appreciation for the natural world. Windowed kitchens are a special treat for those who enjoy watching the hustle and bustle of the city below as they eat.

Residents will enjoy the development’s design choices. Four-inch wide plank walnut floors brighten up the rooms, while a custom kitchen selection of Bamboo and glass cabinetry, along with stone countertops, add a taste of the exotic. Baths were designed by Modern Arc to include mosaic glass accent tile on the bath and shower walls in addition to porcelain tile walls and floors that provide a smart contrast. A gas fireplace adorns the main room of the homes and provides an indoor respite area.

Because 22 Renwick is in a unique spot at the crux of historical and cultural areas of Manhattan, residents will find a lot of things to do around the neighborhood. The Holland Tunnel makes for a noisy walk in one direction, but walk a few blocks in the other direction and you’ll find yourself in Washington Square Park, one of the area’s most popular destinations. Here, children can play, couples can walk on one of many trails, and friends can sit down for a competitive game of Scrabble or Chess. Security cameras mounted throughout the park provide visitors with peace of mind. Also within commuting distance is Nolita, or North of Little Italy, an area known for trendy boutiques and restaurants.

While most units are half-floor two bedroom condos, the 22 Renwick’s designers have included a number of full-floor penthouses with setback terraces and plenty of exposure choices. Many of the 19 units in this twelve-story building are already in contract. The units that have sold averaged a respectable $1,300/square foot. The remaining units are well-sized two and three-bedrooms (from 1,100-1,899 square feet in area) priced to sell at between $1.45 million and $3.4 million. Occupancy is expected in June 2009. Corcoran is in charge of sales and marketing.

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Glass has become the new brick in building circles, and The Renwick is taking the trend all the way. This 44-residence building is stationed on its own block in the heart of SoHo, showcasing an all-glass façade that’s hard to miss even blocks away. But The Renwick offers exceptional additions to its banal appearance, things that distinguish it from rival developments. Included in these offerings is a list of “special” amenities longer than the average person’s arm.

Perhaps the biggest draw of living at The Renwick is the fifty-foot lap pool, where residents can enjoy swimming under natural light and take a respite in the cedar-lined sauna. But there’s more here than just the wet stuff. Fitness gurus will fall in love with the 680 square-foot private boxing gym, where residents receive one-on-one training from a 3-time world kickboxing champ. Other luxury-grade amenities include access to the in-building Taschen Art Library, full of books on everything from painting to fashion, and a 500-square-foot curated space for artwork by local and international artists. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy the open air garden, complete with soothing waterfall and view of the pool below. Residents are provided with a private garage and parking areas, as well as concierge parking, which is accessible by mobile phone or through in-room communication.

Coming home from a long day at work or the gym leaves little time to enjoy the simple pleasures of life, but The Renwick attempts to bring those simple little pleasures to the forefront with the addition of a home automation system. A touch screen permits residents to control everything from mood lighting to automated shades to temperature. Residents can communicate with the concierge desk or find information regarding the neighborhood from their smart panel as well.

The inside of the apartments are traditional, with everything one would expect from a luxury condominium. Eight-inch wide volcanic ash flooring covers the home in warmth, while the connected kitchen boasts a neat-looking stainless steel breakfast bar and Sub-zero fridge. Pietra Cardoso granite countertops add that unrivalled elegance, while a pull-out pantry increases the efficiency of the room. Elsewhere in the home, the bath has Wenge wood cabinetry and quartz flooring along with custom molded resin countertops. A tea for two tub from Kohler rounds things off.

The Renwick is located at 15 Renwick Street in SoHo, a beautifully unique area of Manhattan with numerous restaurants and galleries to occupy one’s afternoon. For those who aren’t into kickboxing, the Shri Yoga area is just steps away.

Sales started in June 2008, and less than ten remain. The units are one to three bedrooms, and sales/marketing is being handled by Developments Prudential Douglas Elliman. Prices range from $960,000-$1.175 million for a one bedroom, and $1.775-$2.950 million for the two bedroom units; for a three bedroom, prices hover around $3.850 million. Square footage varies, but the smallest unit is 762 square feet in area, while the largest three-bedroom unit has 1,787 square feet. Ismael Leyva Architects, the masterminds behind the Time Warner Center and 50 Gramercy Park, are also behind the design of The Renwick.

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