ROOFTOP SPA New York, NY. The owners of a west Chelsea townhouse sought to add a rooftop spa to their historic home. Exclusively for relaxation and exercise, the space includes an outdoor swim machine, soaking-tubs, steam shower, sauna, reading room and contemplation courtyard. The challenge was to design an addition that would not be visible from the street since property was located within the Chelsea Historic district and minimize construction time. The solution was a prefabricated structure to be craned into place in sections. Employing a moment resisting steel frame, the spa rests on steel beams spanning between the existing brick party-walls. Exterior finishes are zinc, interiors are cultivated mahogany.

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