Rendering of new single-family townhouse rising at 34 East 62nd Street (Credit: HS Jessup Architecture)
A mansion is rising from the literal ashes of a former four-story townhouse at 34 East 62nd Street in the Upper East Side Historic District. As some may remember, the site was once home to Dr. Nicholas Bartha, who, amidst a bitter divorce battle, attempted suicide by destroying his townhouse via a gas explosion and later succumbed to his injuries. The site ended up in the hands of The Woodbine Company, who purchased it for $11.9M in 2015, significantly less than the $40M asking price.
34 East 62nd Street has a storied history which the rising townhouse does not reflect. Construction Photos by CityRealty
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A year later, the Landmarks Preservation Commission approved the design proposal by HS Jessup Architecture for a faux-classical five-story, single-family home. While the contextual proposal did pass, many weren't entirely pleased with the missed creative opportunity since it's facade, albeit well-designed, wasn't honest.
The luxury home will include elements such as light stone, dormers, materials like granite, limestone, and brick. The grand floor plans call for an elevator, garage, five bedrooms, and a master suite that will occupy the fifth floor. According to the construction fence, the project is expected to be completed this month.
You can check out the full design proposal here (PDF).
Previous Design for 34 East 62nd Street that was never built, via Preston T. Phillips
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