This unique, lofty, prewar condo residence at The Pythian breaks every mold. Features include an oversized living room with soaring, 15' ceilings, double-height windows, and a separate dining area with two exposures.  East-facing windows offer views of the Pythian's remarkable Egyptian revival facade detail, and beautiful city and skyline views. South and west facing windows light up the home all day.  A private terrace sits off the living room and features a sweeping southern view of the city. The renovated kitchen has beautiful granite counter-tops, an abundance of work space, beautiful wood cabinetry with plenty of storage and a private washer/dryer. The appliances are stainless steel, including a sub-zero refrigerator and a Viking stove. The second floor consists of a large master bedroom with a wall of closets, a renovated marble bathroom with an oversized stall shower and a separate office or den which overlooks the second bedroom below and has access to a huge walk in closet. The Pythian is a full service building and architectural gem, designed by Thomas Lamb in 1927 as a temple for the Knights of the Pythias, a fraternal organization founded in 1864. The buff brick facade of the building is decorated with brightly-colored glazed terracotta in a striking ancient Egyptian style.  The monthly assessment for this unit is $177.