New York City, 2018

1010 Park Avenue

Located in Manhattan’s Gold Coast, 1010 Park Avenue blends timeless craftsmanship with modern luxury, with David Collins Studio designing both the amenities and architectural shells of the residences.

We wanted something that feels nostalgic and appeals to a lot of people, but didn’t want to force something into a modern building. We chose a mid-century-inspired, Jean-Michel Frank–style panelling, with very elegant proportions that feel at ease in the building’s clean architecture. It enabled us to layer in wonderful finishes and textures and bring in super high-quality materials, while bringing the owners on this journey.

Simon Rawlings, Chief Creative Officer, David Collins Studio

Something distinctive exists in this part of NYC. The architecture has a real sense of style, it is cool and yet beautifully crafted.

There was one element that connected everything that I loved: bronze. Door handles, cladding, window frames, typography, all bronze. From this moment the vision started to become clear.

Simon Rawlings, Chief Creative Officer, David Collins Studio

Located in Manhattan’s prestigious Upper East Side “Gold Coast”, 1010 Park Avenue represents the perfect harmony between timeless craftsmanship and contemporary luxury. This exclusive boutique condominium created by Extell Development features eleven expansive residences with interior architecture, kitchens and bathrooms designed by David Collins Studio, exuding subtle glamour and sophistication. The project embodies the spirit of Park Avenue, celebrated for its unique architectural vernacular, and integrates seamlessly into the surrounding neighbourhood with a hand-cut Indiana limestone and Manhattan schist façade, complemented by bronze Art Deco-inspired entry doors.

The interiors bring a carefully curated vision to life, drawing inspiration from the use of materials including bronze used within 20th-century Park Avenue architecture. The design concept centres on these noble materials, where the residents’ amenities are crafted as an extension of their homes, and feature a uniform panelling design throughout realised in different materials: bronze, marble, oak and coloured lacquer. These details establish a consistent yet dynamic design language that is both grand and intimate.

The reception area features the panelling design in bronze metal, a glass and bronze ceiling inspired by the iconic Belle Époque ceiling of Le Bon Marche, Paris by Gustave Eiffel, and marble stone floors in red, greys and cream.

The residents’ lounge boasts a stepped-detail marble fireplace, a saffron felt lined billiards table, while a circus-themed children’s playroom adds a playful touch.

For wellness, a 50-foot saltwater pool is lined entirely in pale blue and white stone mosaic, a teak sauna, and a private fitness centre with Technogym equipment elevate everyday living.

The residences feature Versailles parquet floors in continental oak, oversized windows, and bespoke kitchens by Smallbone of Devizes with Grecian marble and Perla Venata stone countertops. The master bathrooms are a study in opulence, featuring marble slab walls, Statuary marble countertops, and custom blackened metal vanities with inset glass.

1010 Park Avenue is a study in contrasts, blending heritage with modernity, solid materials with softness, and grandeur with intimacy. The result is a timeless addition to the architectural legacy of Park Avenue, crafted with an unparalleled attention to detail.

Photography by Ben Carpenter