The Origami Studio
A Transformable One-Bedroom Within a Historic Chelsea Townhouse
Set on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of Chelsea, this one-of-a-kind residence sits just above the parlor floor of a boutique townhouse co-op. Seamlessly blending early 20th-century charm with cutting-edge modern design, The Origami Studio offers a transformative living experience that redefines intelligent urban living.
// Living Space
• South-facing exposure with abundant natural light
• Three oversized windows
• Loft-like 11-foot ceilings
• Working wood-burning fireplace
• Custom-programmed dimmable lighting (sconces and ceiling fixtures)
• Walls and ceilings finished in premium Farrow & Ball paint
// Expandable Bedroom / Dining Room / Office
• Ori Cloud Bed (Queen-size) with robotic lift system
• Converts into a four-person dining area or home office
• Built-in charging docks and integrated lighting
• Custom floor-to-ceiling, four-bay closet system
• Designed for two, with generous storage for clothes, shoes, and accessories
// Kitchen
• Custom walnut countertop
• Extra-deep hammered copper farmhouse sink
• Antiqued copper hardware
• Fisher & Paykel speed oven and induction cooktop
• Fully integrated full-size refrigerator and freezer
• End-grain mosaic wood flooring
• Floor-to-ceiling cabinetry with ample storage
• Dedicated luggage and broom closets
// Bathroom
• Hidden behind a custom floor-to-ceiling library bookcase with a secret door
• Grand arched two-person shower with three distinct water features, including a Hansgrohe rainfall shower
• Roman bathhouse-inspired design
• Italian ceramic tilework by Marazzi Ragno
• Wall-mounted toilet with private niche
// Building Features
• Only six residences
• Tastefully renovated lobby and common areas
• Pets allowed (case-by-case with Board approval)
// About Ori
Ori is revolutionizing compact living with innovative, space-saving systems that maximize functionality without compromising style. Inspired by the Japanese art of origami, Ori's transformable solutions stem from over a decade of research at MIT and are proudly made in the U.S.
The Cloud Bed: Table Edition transitions seamlessly from a comfortable sleeping area to a fully functional dining or workspace—intelligently expanding your home's usable square footage with sleek, integrated technology.
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$749,000
207 W 21st St #3F, New York, NY 10011
0beds
--sqft
Coop
Built in 1905
-- sqft lot
$777,600 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$1,573/mo HOA
What's special
Working wood-burning fireplaceAbundant natural lightExpandable bedroomFloor-to-ceiling cabinetryQuiet tree-lined streetSouth-facing exposureWall-mounted toilet
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 14, 2025 at 04:47pm
Listing by:
Compass 917-327-5054,
Taehee Kim
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1764320
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
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Details
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Cooperative
- Property subtype: Coop
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Chelsea
HOA
- Services included: Maintenance
- HOA fee: $1,573 monthly
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Date on market: 4/9/2025
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