If a Tribeca loft is your idea of a perfect New York City home, Artisan Lofts at 143 Reade Street should be your next destination. This building, which is more than 80 years old, has been renovated and restored with the best in modern facilities, while retaining the old world charm of this 1929 building. Add to that it is, indeed, located in the fascinatingly eclectic neighborhood of Tribeca, Artisan Lofts perches itself high on the list of desirable homes in Manhattan.

With the condo conversion done under the able hands of Rowan & Williams design and BKSK architects, the homes at Artisan Lofts are beautifully laid out. High 11 to 12 foot ceilings, walnut floors and oversized windows giving stunning river vistas are characteristic of the living spaces here. More of the classic flair is revealed in the kitchens, with its walnut counters, granite trivets and black-powder coated backsplashes, as well as in the bathrooms, with its hand-glazed porcelain tile.

The attention to comfort in the homes at Artisan Lofts is evenly matched with the attention to detail in the amenities they provide. Besides a 24-hour doorman, the lobby is also home to an art gallery that will have a rotating exhibition of artists from around the world. The Children’s Imagination Center in the building will be delightful to children, whereas the Artisan Roof Garden and the Skylit Wellness Center, with its fitness center, massage and yoga rooms, promise to keep adults happy as well.

143 Reade Street Neighborhood Highlights