Welcome! For this year’s REAL SIMPLE Home , our designers reimagined two unique spaces in a Lower Manhattan high-rise: a light-filled penthouse that’s as cozy as it is chic, and a custom, DIY-inspired two-bedroom just a few floors down. The result? Two swoon-worthy apartments packed with fresh decorating ideas to steal. Step inside—and shop the finds that brought each space to life.

Gallery Grey 2006-10B ; valspar.com Andre Grande Chandelier , $6,740; curreyandcompany.com Conical Overarching Floor Lamp with Shade ; rejuvenation.com for similar Cara Sofa , $3,698, and Velvet Disc Pillows by Sarah Sherman Samuel, $68 each; luluandgeorgia.com Anoki 57" Oval Grey Marbled Resin Coffee Table , $1,699, Espira Round Cream Marbled Resin Side Table (by sofa), $299, and Bozzi Tau

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