A stunning architectural achievement in the renowned Morgan Studios. Sunlight streams in through south facing double-height casement windows in the main "studio" living room bathing the interior in natural light. 13 foot ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace amplify the drama, excitement and sheer beauty of this space. Incorporating a special and rarely found split-level apartment design, the studio living room is just a few stairs away from the upper and lower levels. On the upper level, an open dining area is the perfect spot for intimate or larger scale entertaining while overlooking the extraordinary studio below with its daytime/nighttime cityscape views. A generous, well-equipped windowed chef's kitchen is just off the dining area. There are stainless steel appliances, including a 6 burner vented stove, oversized deep sink, and a stacked vented washer/dryer. Off the entry and foyer is a full windowed bath. The light-filled bedroom is located just below the studio on its own level. It has an en suite bath, dressing area, and fantastic scale large enough to accommodate a desk or sofa. There is a good size closet in the room. There is easy access to the 9th floor landing and elevator from the bedroom. The entire apartment is in beautiful move-in condition. Originally designed as a 2 bedroom, 2 bath apartment, the possibilities are plentiful. Built in 1927, The Morgan Studios is an impressive Art-Deco style building. This well-established cooperative has a full-time attended entrance and resident manager. There is a central laundry room. Cats and dogs are permitted. There is additional storage in the building if available. 170 East 78th Street between Lexington and Third Avenue is conveniently located within minutes of the city's top restaurant and cultural destinations. Mass transit (subway and buses) are just around the corner. The building has a 2.5% flip tax