207 W 21st St

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 • Only six residences • Tastefully renovated lobby and common areas • Pets allowed (case-by-case 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 workspace—intelligently expanding your home's usable square footage with sleek, integrated technology.