WHERE LIFE CLICKS INTO PLACE

WITH EVERYTHING AT YOUR FINGERTIPS, SMITHSONIAN PLACE IS WHERE LIFE CLICKS INTO PLACE.
Smithsonian Place is a rare opportunity to make your home in a lovingly restored 125-year-old building that blends age-old architecture with modern style. Where the latest mod-cons harmonize with historic design details.
Hop onto a video call before a workout in the fitness studio. Pop into Whole Foods before a 15-minute subway ride downtown. Enjoy the warm welcome from your doorman as you arrive home.
This is where soul food meets shopping. Work-life meets nightlife. Convenience meets home comfort. The past meets the future. In perfect harmony.
“WE WANTED A COMBINATION OF THE OLD AND NEW THAT FEELS VERY SOPHISTICATED AND TIMELESS, BUT THAT IS ALSO INSPIRING.”
NATALIYA DONSKOY, RA, LEED AP BD+C Architect
ESTABLISHED IN 1898, SMITHSONIAN PLACE OFFERS A LIFESTYLE THAT’S AS RARE AS IT IS EFFORTLESS.
This impressive building stands on the corner of Lenox Avenue and 129th Street, while making the most of the sunlight across its seven stories and 55 residences.
Turn-of-the-century decorative balconies, oversized windows with cornices and lintels, and wrought-iron fire escapes provide glimpses of the past. Restored to be enjoyed, year after year.
EACH OF THE 55 HOMES AT SMITHSONIAN PLACE PAY HOMAGE TO HISTORY WHILE LOOKING AHEAD TO THE FUTURE.
While the generously-scaled windows frame views of the city beyond, the crisp interiors and palette of calm colors inspire the feeling of a sanctuary. Smooth lines and natural materials create texture, character, and a tranquil canvas for life.
Carefully-selected granite
Cherished for its ageless elegance, the granite finishes at Smithsonian Place showcase its natural beauty.
“WE’VE THOUGHT OF EVERY ELEMENT THAT MAKES LIFE EFFORTLESS. THE TIMELESS NEUTRALS AND TEXTURAL FINISHES ARE A CANVAS FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE.”
CAROLINA ESCOBAR, STUDIOS C Interior Designer
Bygone details meet modern flourishes
Double-glazed, expansive casement windows saturate your living and dining space with natural light, while flexible lighting systems create atmosphere by night. Neutral yet striking, this is your place for entertaining, relaxing, and watching the world go by.
Beautiful counter tops and matching backsplashes sit perfectly with the custom joinery, ensuring ample provision of prep surfaces.
The star ingredient in every home Elegant yet practical. Custom cabinets and natural granite countertops set the tone, offset by sophisticated brushed brass. The appliances are designed for demanding home chefs, including Fisher & Paykel induction cooktop and oven, LG refrigerator, Bertazzoni dishwasher—and Rubinet pot-filler and faucet.
Quality throughout
Quality accessories and appliances work in perfect harmony with the kitchen cabinetry.
Living here is as easy as 1, 2, or 3
Choose the home that suits your lifestyle. The warmth of a one-bedroom sanctuary, the flexibility of a two-bedroom residence, or the luxury of space that three-bedroom homes provide. Interior details like white oak hardwood flooring, and fitted closets give you the foundation to create a home of your own.
An effortlessly welcoming sanctuary
Come home to a sink-in tub and shower, custom 30-inch vanity, and expansive cupboards hidden behind mirrored glass. Natural materials create a feeling of calm. From the faucet to the spacious, mirrored medicine cabinets, each fixture exudes enduring quality and style.
SMITHSONIAN PLACE IS DESIGNED TO PROVIDE LIFE’S COMFORTS ALL IN ONE PLACE. WITH SECOND-TO-NONE AMENITIES IN A ONE-OF-A-KIND BUILDING, THIS IS WHERE WORK, REST, AND PLAY EFFORTLESSLY COME TOGETHER.
Work on your wellness in the fitness studio or work-fromhome in the residents’ lounge. Mix me-time with playtime with a sauna, steam room, game room, and children’s playroom. Then, there’s the essentials that make life effortless: A dedicated pet wash area, three bicycle storage zones, and private storage available at an additional cost.
There’s no place like home
Stepping inside the grand entry portico and vestibule of Smithsonian Place is an everyday delight. The stone floors, walnut-finished wall panels, and feature lighting of the lobby welcome you to the reception. With warm tones accentuated by the warm welcome of your doorman, Smithsonian Place creates the right entrance.
The place to find your life-work balance
Wind down or catch up in the light-filled first-floor residents’ lounge. The relaxed seating zone hugs a cozy stone-set fireplace. An adjoining meeting table and private video call and podcast meeting rooms help you define your life-work balance, on your terms.
Well-being, your way
The double-height fitness studio features Peloton bikes and treadmills, Hydrow, weightlifting equipment, mezzanine-level yoga and Pilates zone. Timber paneling, earthy colors, and mirrored glass make this an airy place to work on your well-being.
Sauna & Steam Room
Work up a sweat or let off steam
The Scandinavian-inspired sauna and steam room is an escape pod from the stresses and strains of everyday life. With natural wood finishing and warm textures in the tiles and mosaic, comforting luxury is at your fingertips.
The place for playtime
This is a cozy den for creative expression. Built-in reading nooks and coloring tables make this a haven for curious young minds. Wooden wall panels and soft textures make this a welcoming place for parents, too.
With its herringbone-patterned flooring and custom joinery, the game room at Smithsonian Place has the feel of a members’ club and the convenience of being located on the lower ground floor. Comfortable lounge seating, wooden paneling, as well as a billiards, pool and table tennis table create an elegant space to socialize in or sharpen your game.
THERE’S A SPECIAL ALCHEMY THAT TURNS A HOUSE INTO A HOME. A RARE BLEND OF CHARACTER AND CRAFTSMANSHIP. PAST AND PRESENT. HEART AND SOUL. YOU’LL FIND IT ALL AT SMITHSONIAN PLACE.
Located in the beating heart of Harlem’s thriving cultural scene, the important things in life are a jaunt away. Choose from a range of transport links, schools, grocery stores, medical facilities, bars, restaurants, and theaters, with the green edges of lush parks within a short distance.
“THERE’S AN ENERGY TO THIS AREA THAT’S TOTALLY UNIQUE. HARLEM HAS THE HEART AND SOUL OF A PLACE WITH A RICH HISTORY AND A VIBRANT FUTURE.”
JOHN GOMES, CO-FOUNDER
The Eklund Gomes Team at Douglas Elliman Real Estate
Step up to an easier way of life
A short trip to your local Whole Foods Market. Columbia University and schools close by. And Central Park just an 8-minute bike ride away. Who knew life could be this easy? Smithsonian Place is perfectly placed for people on the go.
Food and entertainment for the soul
Be part of a neighborhood that’s going places. The best of Harlem is close by, from soul food icons like Sylvia’s to the legendary Apollo Theater and echoes of the Jazz Age reverberating in the neighborhood’s clubs and bars. Smithsonian Place invites you to make a home in New York’s most storied neighborhood.
Culture and creativity
With more than 80 different museums and galleries, Harlem offers art and culture for everyone. From the National Jazz Museum, celebrating Harlem’s famous musical roots to newly planned venues such as the world’s first museum celebrating LGBTQ+.
Transport & Connectivity
Connectivity and convenience
Smithsonian Place’s location makes getting around a breeze. With 125 St. 2/3 Subway Station just four blocks away, you can be in Midtown after a 25-minute journey. Then, 125th Street Station is just 12-minutes away, for the 4, 5, and 6 trains.