THE ARCHITECT<BR>In 1913 the firm of Slee & Bryson was selected to update the original townhouse built in 1877 by Charles Baxter. Slee & Bryson, founded in 1905 by John Slee and Robert Bryson, designed townhouses for over a quarter of a century. <BR><BR>Perfectly located between Madison and Park Avenues, this newly renovated 20-foot townhouse with elevator retains its historical integrity in the midst of every modern amenity. While a classic limestone fa ade acknowledges its past, a masterful renovation provides a sophisticated home with the unique and creative design of its present owners.<BR><BR>THE RESIDENCE<BR>The garden level of this approximately 6,325 square foot residence opens to a welcoming reception area with a large walk-in closet and conveniently located half bath. Past the elevator and through the study, the rear of the building has a wall of glass that opens to a beautiful bamboo garden. The garden is one of three outdoor spaces in the residence comprising a total of approximately 800 exterior square feet.<BR><BR>On the second floor a long pantry connects the wood-paneled formal dining room with the kitchen, replete with marble countertops and elegant storage. The bright white marble counter-tops and kitchen island are enhanced by the double height windows inundating the room with sunlight. A rear stair provides easy access back down to the garden level.<BR><BR>The third floor has a large living room complete with a wet bar and wood-burning fireplace. The rear of the house includes a full bath and sun-filled study with direct access to a terrace, the length of the rear extension. A wall of glass doors opens completely to the garden view below. <BR><BR>The master suite occupies the entire fourth floor, with an extraordinary bath and extensive dressing area. The fifth floor completes this home with three bedrooms, three baths, and a sunlit office area brilliantly adorned by a skylight overhead.<BR><BR>The approximately 800 square foot finished b
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