40 E 72nd St APT 5, New York, NY 10021

40 E 72nd St APT 5, New York, NY 10021

A generous library centered on a fireplace wall, sculptural timber furniture, and a hand-painted botanical backdrop.
10 items of furniture
Library Interior
620 sq ft

A generous library centered on a fireplace wall, sculptural timber furniture, and a hand-painted botanical backdrop.

40 E 72nd St APT 5, New York, NY 10021 - before
40 E 72nd St APT 5, New York, NY 10021 - main view

Design Story

The fireplace and patterned wall establish a strong central axis, while low furniture keeps the room's broad proportions legible.

Rich wood, pale upholstery, and artful objects create an Oriental composition that feels formal yet comfortable for reading and conversation.

40 E 72nd St APT 5, New York, NY 10021 - A Daybed Runs Parallel to the Garden Light

A Daybed Runs Parallel to the Garden Light

The long pale daybed is aligned with the tall windows, offering a relaxed perch without blocking the daylight. Its timber frame lifts the cushion above the floor and links quietly to the darker parquet.

A Black Desk Anchors the Floral Wall

The deep black desk creates a strong working volume against the delicate botanical wallcovering. A pale chair and compact cylindrical lamp soften the contrast while preserving the furniture's tailored silhouette.

40 E 72nd St APT 5, New York, NY 10021 - A Black Desk Anchors the Floral Wall
40 E 72nd St APT 5, New York, NY 10021 - Nested Timber Circles Center the Fireplace

Nested Timber Circles Center the Fireplace

Two overlapping round tables sit on the fireplace axis, their warm tops carrying a pair of sculptural vessels. The low composition connects the hearth to the center of the room without interrupting sightlines.

Open Cubes Balance the Window Daybed

A timber cabinet of large open bays rises beside the pale daybed, giving the window wall vertical structure. White inserts fill only selected compartments, preserving a calm rhythm of storage and negative space.

40 E 72nd St APT 5, New York, NY 10021 - Open Cubes Balance the Window Daybed
40 E 72nd St APT 5, New York, NY 10021 - A Slender Floor Sculpture Marks the Hearth

A Slender Floor Sculpture Marks the Hearth

The narrow timber-toned light or sculpture stands between desk and fireplace as a finely textured vertical accent. Against the floral wall, its linear form offers a crafted counterpoint without competing with the mantel.

40 E 72nd St APT 5, New York, NY 10021 - angle view 1
40 E 72nd St APT 5, New York, NY 10021 - angle view 2