GREAT BONES. GORGEOUS VIEW. BRING YOUR ARCHITECT. Inside and out, a canvas stretched for its own discerning designer, gardener, consummate entertainer. This home presents the rare opportunity of integrating indoor with outdoor living. A gallery entrance leads coyly into the heart of a true downtown enclave. Chefs kitchen, top-of-the-line appliances and a stone breakfast bar are open to dining/ living and terrace areas. Abundant natural sunlight - dining/living room & den which features a double-sided WBFP. All rooms showcase the penthouse-style wrap-around terrace - approx 1200 SF with Ipe wood-decking, it is well suited for enchanted landscaping and soiree style staging -largely private; a true urban oasis which is accessible from every side of the living/dining/den areas through 11 over-sized floor-to-ceiling custom windows and sliding doors. This unique 2-3 bedroom duplex configuration with 3 full baths is located in the heart of West Chelsea - hovering over the quaint historic district the view from the southerly terrace spans a jaw-dropping sweep from east to west, reaching south all the way to the Statue of Liberty. Outdoor shower, irrigation and electricity in place. Within a historic Grande dame building, 17D has been uniquely elevated into the 21st century incorporating central air and fully auto systems. W/D. Pets welcome. Wonderful dining, galleries, parks, transportation in the neighborhood - incl the new & highly anticipated Avenues The World School Apartment Features: North exposure, South exposure, West exposure, Wood-burning fireplace, Terrace, Full city view, Full skyline view, Prewar detail, Floors - hardwood, Light - excellent, Modern kitchen, Washer/dryer Building Features: Courtyard, Garden, Roof deck, Central laundry room, Package room, Original detail, Pool, Health club