"Betts' design for his five-story, neo-Classical building included a set back from the street and a shape like the letter "E," with a prominent cornice and arched openings between its three wings. After its completion in 1898, the "new and modern" elevator building got an illustrated feature in the Brooklyn Daily Eagle with sketches of the exterior and a sample floor plan."
"Units were described as having plenty of light, mantels, tiled bathrooms, gas and electric lighting, and "tasteful design." This apartment has a linear layout with a long hallway connecting the living room, open plan dining room and kitchen, and the three bedrooms. There are still wood floors throughout most of the apartment and the listing mentions stained glass transoms."
"A peninsula divides the dining room and kitchen, providing plenty of counter space. The wood floor in the cooking space is painted gray, coordinating with slightly darker cabinets. The walls are covered in white subway tile and a white apron sink is positioned in front of a window."
The Clinton, located at 275 Clinton Avenue in Brooklyn Hill, is a three-bedroom apartment housed in a five-story neo-Classical building completed in 1898. Designed by architect Edward S. Betts, the building replaced the former Fahys mansion and was celebrated as a modern elevator building upon completion. The apartment features a linear layout with a long hallway connecting living spaces, three bedrooms, and updated bathrooms. Original elements include wood floors throughout most of the apartment and stained glass transoms. Modern updates include an open kitchen with white subway tile, gray-painted wood flooring, and contemporary cabinetry. The main bedroom showcases pink floral wallpaper with an en suite bathroom featuring green tile and a soaking tub.
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