Penthouse #905 at the renowned Hotel des Artistes offers a discerning buyer the opportunity to acquire one of the most impressive spaces in Manhattan. This extraordinary approx. 5,377 square foot residence represents a unique marriage of two exceptional 20th century architectural styles. Designed by late legendary architectural icon Ettore Sottsass, #905 boasts double-height ceilings, Central Park views and 15 high windows to showcase open northern exposures. Upon first floor entry, youre met with a striking great room measuring 55x216 paired with soaring 189 ceilings. A separate dining area featuring 179 ceilings adjoins the great room to create a massive entertaining space. Alongside living/dining, the first floor is completed with a windowed chef's kitchen, powder room, staff bath and one bedroom guest suite.The mezzanine level features one bedroom with on-suite bath; as well as a windowed balcony overlooking the great room to lead you to a separate dressing room. Upstairs, the penthouse master bedroom suite includes 2 full baths, 2 separate dressing rooms, a media room, kitchenette and study. This spectacular space is completed with an 827 square foot terrace showcasing open views of West, North and East exposures.The 18-story Hotel des Artistes was designed by George M. Pollard, and developed by Walter Russell, in 1917 as an artist's cooperative apartment. At the time, only hotels were permitted to be built to this height; so while the building never functioned as a hotel - hotel amenities were provided. Such include a swimming pool, two workout rooms, squash court, roof garden and highly-regarded restaurant, Leopard at Des Artistes. The neo-Gothic-style building also boasts a canopied entrance, large lobby, concierge and attended elevator.Hotel des Artistes is individually landmarked and falls within the boundaries of the Upper West Side Historic District, as designated by the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission.