In the heart of Soho sits Andre Balazs and Jean Nouvel's masterful vision of modern luxury, 40 Mercer Street. Its 15-stories comprise cutting edge design and unparalleled amenity including 24-hour concierge, on-site parking, pool, sauna, whirlpool, fitness center, spa, landscaped courtyard and rooftop terrace. Unit 12E is a sprawling 2 Bedroom / 2.5 Bathroom home with expansive city views to the South, East, and North and ample sunlight through floor-to-ceiling windows of colored and transparent, filtered and clear glass. Venetian plaster walls adorn the living room which boasts an exterior sliding glass wall for fresh air while enjoying the spectacular views overlooking the Police Building to the east, and all of the historic Financial District, including the iconic Woolworth Building, to the South. The sleek chef's kitchen features a Gaggenau 36-inch wide oven, a Miele dishwasher, a glassfront Sub-Zero 650 Series refrigerator, wine refrigerator, and a Sharp drawer model microwave oven, the latest innovation in cooking technology. Custom designed by Jean Nouvel, the master bathroom vanity is made from white oak and walnut with Starphire glass countertop accented by Lefroy Brooks faucet sets. Calcutta marble slab floors feature timer-controlled radiant heat beneath; the oversize, extra-deep 6 foot soaking tub is a haven for relaxation. A separate glass and custom glass tile enclosed shower has 8 inch-diameter rain shower head. The state-of-the-art integrated Crestron system controls lights and solar/black-out shades throughout as well as hi-def projection televisions in each bedroom. Completing the picture is a 374 square foot private cabana for the ultimate in urban sunbathing and entertaining. This extraordinary testament to progressive architecture and ingenious engineering awaits the discerning buyer.