Love old school New York? This guide for decorating a pre-war NYC apartment will inspire you! With vintage furniture and wall molding, you can design the perfect historical charm NYC pre-war apartment no matter where you live!

New York designer Bennett Leifer infuses his stately Gramercy Park home with of-the-moment energy and depth

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Name: Stephanie and my cat, MinaLocation: West Village — New York, New YorkType of home: ApartmentSize: 350ish square feetYears lived in: 2 years, renting Describe your home’s style in 5 words or less: Elegant, classic, warm, witty.What is your favorite room and why? The “living room”—I love the fireplace, the built-in bookcases, and the perfect nook for my couch, and the fact that it fits my massive marble coffee table (which I found for $50 on Craigslist!).

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