A modern take on the townhouse

Avant-garde architecture can be found mixed amongst West Village’s historic homes

Modern townhouses in the West Village
Modern townhouses in the West Village

Part of the West Village’s charm comes from row upon row of 19th-century townhomes. But every so often, a modern take on that style can be spotted. Here’s a look at a few noteworthy examples via Ephemeral New York.

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This former brownstone on Greenwich Street, east of Gansevoort Street, now features a facade made of glass and steel.

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And just around the corner on Horatio and Greenwich streets, this three-story residence deconstructs the motifs of a more traditional home.

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Finally, this modernized home on West 13th Street, between Eighth and Ninth avenues, was once a three-story walk-up. Now, it’s 21st century trendy with a blow-dry bar on the ground floor. [Ephemeral NY]Christopher Cameron