Modern Luxury House Tour in New York | One Manhattan Square | Living Room

Step inside a 1,050-sq-ft modern luxury home at One Manhattan Square in New York. This living room combines sleek design, refined comfort, and contemporary elegance.

Design Story

The narrative of this living room unfolds around the concept of “Artful Urban Escape”, where each element is designed to resonate with both comfort and sophistication. The panoramic window (

Furniture selections carry sculptural qualities—Cassina’s Moncloud sofa and Vitra’s Lounge Chair with Ottoman (

Lighting plays a dual role: Roche Bobois’ Reine floor lamp and Cassina’s Ficupala lamp function as both illumination and art objects (

Homeowner Q&A

Favorite Element:

“When I sit on the Moncloud sofa facing the skyline, I feel like I’m floating above the city. The panoramic view framed by curated furniture pieces makes the entire space feel like an art installation.”

Biggest Challenge & Solution:

The challenge was integrating bold sculptural furniture without overwhelming the modest 1,050 SF layout. The solution came through balanced symmetry—anchoring large pieces like the Moncloud sofa while layering lightweight yet expressive items like the Bubble Armchair.

Budget:

With an allocation of USD 65,000, the project balanced high-end investment pieces from Cassina, Vitra, and Roche Bobois with carefully curated accessories that elevated the narrative without overcrowding.

Lifestyle Impact

This residence is designed for dual living—a private retreat and a social lounge. The homeowner, who often hosts art-focused soirées, finds that pieces from Roche Bobois and Cassina act as conversational catalysts.

The Lounge Chair by Vitra becomes a space for reflective reading, while the Bubble Armchair adds sculptural whimsy during gatherings. The integration of Louis Vuitton-inspired accessories and textiles ensures that the atmosphere resonates with New York Luxury Residence Interior Design standards—sophisticated, global, and undeniably stylish.

Best Designers Furnitures Recommendation

• Armchair (Lounge): Roche Bobois Bubble Armchair – designed by Sacha Lakic, this organic, hand-crafted armchair evokes natural forms like bubbles or sea sponges. Upholstered in exclusive Techno 3D/4D stretch fabric, it offers both sculptural presence and tactile comfort.

  https://www.roche-bobois.com/en-IE/bubble-armchair/1414.html

• Sofa (Living Room): Cassina Mon-Cloud – designed by Patricia Urquiola, this elegant and sustainable sofa floats above its wooden base, offering an airy silhouette reminiscent of a cloud. Its modularity, soft contours, and responsible material choices reflect a forward-thinking approach to comfort and design.

  https://www.cassina.com/ww/en/products/moncloud.html?cas_rivestimento=F-F090#568-moncloud_283676

• Floor Lamp (Lighting): Roche Bobois Reine Floor Lamp – created by Chape & Mache, this sculptural luminaires draws inspiration from Renaissance ruffled collars. Its pleated 3D fabric diffuser and hand-crafted design diffuse a gentle, refined light within architectural form.

  https://www.roche-bobois.com/en-PH/product/reine-floor-lamp/A3579952765.html

• Lounge Chair (Living Room): Vitra Lounge Chair by Charles & Ray Eames – an icon since 1956, this chair redefined comfort and elegance with its molded plywood shell, plush leather cushions, and inviting form. Available in two sizes to complement any setting.

  https://www.vitra.com/en-un/product/lounge-chair?srsltid=AfmBOopgfaXeHP_UI-aaof1qKBLZoL2e3P60z4mfKV_-BjDrKRN-kiSJ

• Floor Lamp (Lighting): Cassina Ficupala Floor Lamp – a sculptural and poetic statement piece that combines a paper-like diffuser with linear structure to cast atmospheric light while remaining a graceful focal point in any interior.

  https://www.cassina.com/ww/en/products/ficupala-lampada-da-terra.html#089-ficupala-lampada-da-terra_264325

• Cocktail Table (Living Room): Roche Bobois Cestello Cocktail Table – designed with a playful twist, this table features a circular top “suspended” by cable supports, blending lightness and whimsy with a practical sense of occasion

  https://www.roche-bobois.com/en-NL/product/cestello-cocktail-table/5151.html

Closing Tip

“Luxury is not about filling a space—it’s about allowing each piece to breathe as art. A single Roche Bobois chair or Cassina lamp, when placed with intention, can redefine the entire narrative of a living room.” — Lead Designer

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