The Origami Studio
A Transformable One-Bedroom Within a Historic Chelsea Townhouse
Set on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of Chelsea, this one-of-a-kind residence sits just above the parlor floor of a boutique townhouse co-op. Seamlessly blending early 20th-century charm with cutting-edge modern design, The Origami Studio offers a transformative living experience that redefines intelligent urban living.
Living Space
South-facing exposure with abundant natural light
Three oversized windows
Loft-like 11-foot ceilings
Working wood-burning fireplace
Custom-programmed dimmable lighting (sconces and ceiling fixtures)
Walls and ceilings finished in premium Farrow & Ball paint
Expandable Bedroom / Dining Room / Office
Ori Cloud Bed (Queen-size) with robotic lift system
Converts into a four-person dining area or home office
Built-in charging docks and integrated lighting
Custom floor-to-ceiling, four-bay closet system
Designed for two, with generous storage for clothes, shoes, and accessories
Kitchen
Custom walnut countertop
Extra-deep hammered copper farmhouse sink
Antiqued copper hardware
Fisher & Paykel speed oven and induction cooktop
Fully integrated full-size refrigerator and freezer
End-grain mosaic wood flooring
Floor-to-ceiling cabinetry with ample storage
Dedicated luggage and broom closets
Bathroom
Hidden behind a custom floor-to-ceiling library bookcase with a secret door
Grand arched two-person shower with three distinct water features, including a Hansgrohe rainfall shower
Roman bathhouse-inspired design
Italian ceramic tilework by Marazzi Ragno
Wall-mounted toilet with private niche
Building Features
Butterfly System / Virtual Doorman
Only six residences
Tastefully renovated lobby and common areas
Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis with board approval
About Ori
Ori is revolutionizing compact living with innovative, space-saving systems that maximize functionality without compromising style. Inspired by the Japanese art of origami, Ori's transformable solutions stem from over a decade of research at MIT and are proudly made in the U.S.
The Cloud Bed: Table Edition transitions seamlessly from a comfortable sleeping area to a fully functional dining or workspaceintelligently expanding your home's usable square footage with sleek, integrated technology.
Apartment for rent
$4,500/mo
207 W 21st St #3F, New York, NY 10011
Studio
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Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available Fri Aug 15 2025
Dogs OK
-- A/C
-- Laundry
-- Parking
Fireplace
What's special
Oversized windowsAbundant natural lightExpandable bedroomFloor-to-ceiling cabinetryCustom floor-to-ceiling library bookcaseQuiet tree-lined streetSouth-facing exposure
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Fireplace
Features
- View
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Furnished: Yes
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Broker Exclusive, Fios Available, Nyc Evacuation 5
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City View
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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8/1/2025 | Listed for rent | $4,500 |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
7/31/2025 | Listing removed | $749,000 |
Source: StreetEasy #S1764320 | ||
4/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $749,000 |
Source: StreetEasy #S1764320 |