There is a two–wheel revolution taking place in NYC. The City is taking major strides to become bike–friendly and promote this healthy and eco–conscious mode of transportation by proposing 200 miles of new bike lanes, more than 1,000 new bike racks and a new law calling for commercial buildings to provide storage for commuter bikes. 211 Elizabeth, the new collection of 15 spectacular homes in the heart of Manhattan´s Nolita, is at the forefront of this revolution. Developers Robert Siegel and Peter Manning have partnered with A BLACK BIKE, the first Dutch bike company based in NYC, to give each of their buyers a custom–designed bicycle.
A BLACK BIKE is working to bring the Dutch enthusiasm for bicycling to NYC, designing exquisite, classically styled bikes, which perfectly reflect the hand–crafted, early 20th century style of 211 Elizabeth and the old–world European character of Nolita.
"Around the world, we´ve seen how bikes can have serious environmental, social and economic impact, which is why a portion of the proceeds from each bike goes to the World Bicycle Relief fund," says Muna Whitfield, owner and creative director of A BLACK BIKE. "New York City is working to integrate biking into the fabric of life for its residents and 211 Elizabeth is helping to bring focus to this important movement."
The 15 one– and two–bedroom homes at 211 Elizabeth redefine custom luxury. Celebrated designers Roman & Williams used classic materials and expert craftsmen to imbue 211 Elizabeth with authenticity and grace. With pre–war inspired layouts, wood–burning fireplaces, 7–foot black wood–framed windows and kitchens tailored to each layout, the residences have a timeless elegance that is shared by the bicycles crafted by A BLACK BIKE. Based on a century–old design, A BLACK BIKE´s bicycles are produced in Holland using the highest quality materials. Each of 211 Elizabeth´s custom bicycles will feature leather hand grips, an embossed leather saddle, rear mud shields and a bell, and residents can park their chic new rides in the building´s onsite bike room.
Contact Stribling Marketing Associates, the exclusive agent for 211 Elizabeth, at 212.585.4557 or visit www.211Elizabeth.com.
