Art is moved beyond the frame in this stylish duplex home located at 259 Elizabeth Street. Upon entering the residence through the gallery, you are welcomed by soaring 15-foot ceilings and stacked over-sized windows. Sunlight floods the living space, illuminating the bespoke Calico wallpaper and immediately evoking a sense of serenity and warmth. The open-concept layout features two well-proportioned bedrooms, a large home office/sleeping area, and one renovated bathroom.On the first floor, the open kitchen extends into the generous living and dining space. The kitchen itself was recently renovated with stainless steel appliances, Scandinavian-style cabinetry, and marble counters. Beyond the living space is the first-floor bedroom which is enclosed by a beautiful and sunny curved glass atrium.  The mint-condition full bath is also conveniently located on the first floor and was recently renovated with 2-inch honeycomb mosaic Carrara marble tile and Kohler fixtures.The upper level of the duplex offers a harmonious connection to the rest of the home. The spacious second bedroom has an over-sized window, a large custom closet with ornate sliding doors, and a curtain-concealed glass wall that overlooks the living room. At the end of the hall is a large home office or sleeping room for guests and a massive walk-in closet. There are solidmaple hardwood floors throughout the residence, through-the-wall AC, and a new LG washer-dryer for your convenience.The Empire Condominium is a boutique building at the vibrant nexus of Nolita and Soho and surrounded by picture-perfect cobblestone streets, trendy restaurants, shopping, nightlife, and culture, including the Elizabeth Street Garden, New Museum, and the International Center of Photography. This pet-friendly building has a part-time doorman and permits live-work situations.