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Minimalist Penthouse Highest Residence in Michigan $1.3M

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Two story Penthouse at the top of River House. Michigan's tallest residential building
Two story Penthouse at the top of River House. Michigan's tallest residential building
33rd floor. At 1,500 sq. ft. on this level, the kitchen is the core of activity. This level was designed with entertaining in mind with the outward-facing kitchen at its center
33rd floor. At 1,500 sq. ft. on this level, the kitchen is the core of activity. This level was designed with entertaining in mind with the outward-facing kitchen at its center
This unit was designed for both intimate and large events as well as comfortable living for its owners. It is unique in the City of Grand Rapids.
This unit was designed for both intimate and large events as well as comfortable living for its owners. It is unique in the City of Grand Rapids.
Artist and woodworker Cory Vanterzwaag was commissioned to create this Kitchen Island. Upcycling Australian Jarrah wood, otherwise waste from a local furniture manufacturer, he delivered this dynamic design.
Artist and woodworker Cory Vanterzwaag was commissioned to create this Kitchen Island. Upcycling Australian Jarrah wood, otherwise waste from a local furniture manufacturer, he delivered this dynamic design.
Flexable space to furnish, to entertain, to enjoy.
Flexable space to furnish, to entertain, to enjoy.
Tucked away in a corner of the loft like space is this "Library Lounge". Conceived to be an intimate retreat, lined with banquettes, book cases, display space and a built in bed. For more privacy the sliding metal door can close off this space entirely.
Tucked away in a corner of the loft like space is this "Library Lounge". Conceived to be an intimate retreat, lined with banquettes, book cases, display space and a built in bed. For more privacy the sliding metal door can close off this space entirely.
The Library Lounge offers a quiet refuge with a spectacular view.
The Library Lounge offers a quiet refuge with a spectacular view.
A maple stairway offers display space for art and access to the 1,500 sq. ft. 34th floor. There you will fine additional living, dining, sleeping, and media space plus a kitchenette.
A maple stairway offers display space for art and access to the 1,500 sq. ft. 34th floor. There you will fine additional living, dining, sleeping, and media space plus a kitchenette.
Its like a skybox experience. Nine bridges over the Grand River are in view from here.
Its like a skybox experience. Nine bridges over the Grand River are in view from here.
At night ribbons of light travel up and down the highway far below.
At night ribbons of light travel up and down the highway far below.
This kitchenette is steps from the master bedroom. A midnight snack or morning coffee is close at hand.
This kitchenette is steps from the master bedroom. A midnight snack or morning coffee is close at hand.
Your home office is also a room with a view. Your private corner office.
Your home office is also a room with a view. Your private corner office.
A brightly painted bedroom offers dramatic views to the north. A walk in closet , laundry and master bath are nearby.
A brightly painted bedroom offers dramatic views to the north. A walk in closet , laundry and master bath are nearby.
From here one often sees falcons soaring around the building and landing on the roof. An inspiring sight.
From here one often sees falcons soaring around the building and landing on the roof. An inspiring sight.
Crisp and Clean. White tile in the spacious master bath. This is one of three full baths in this unit.
Crisp and Clean. White tile in the spacious master bath. This is one of three full baths in this unit.
The owners believe that a long view of the earth's horizon helps people to think long-term, to think expansively. Here is a place for "blue sky" thinking.
The owners believe that a long view of the earth's horizon helps people to think long-term, to think expansively. Here is a place for "blue sky" thinking.

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Architect
Kate & Matt Catterall
Cotera+Reed Architects
Efrain Velez, Studioefra
Interior Design
Cory VanderZwaag Dinderbeck Studio
Amy Zeboor - lighting
Doug Fitch
Builder
Bruce Heys Builders
Photographer
Next Door Photos

From Jamie Starner

A true penthouse located on the top two floors of Michigan's tallest residential tower. Totaling 3,000 sq. ft. this is a rare opportunity to purchase Grand Rapids finest location. Finished in the minimalist/modern style with quality materials and custom touches. Here, above it all, with contemplative views of the Grand River, you are in touch with earth and sky. A quiet retreat that is also spacious and spectacular for entertaining. Life is good here; you will have 24 hr front desk security service, indoor pool, hot tub, and fitness center. There's a storage unit in the lower level and two dedicated parking spaces right in front of the secure elevator. Offered at $1.3M. Contact: Jamie Starner/Starner Realty 616-459-8800