From Bathroom to Private Spa

January previews at the A&D Building (150 E 58th St) are setting the stage for a wellness revolution. In the luxury residential sector, the primary bath is expanding into a ‘Wellness Wing’.

Cold Plunges and Infrared

No longer reserved for country clubs, residential cold plunges and infrared saunas are becoming standard spec in high-net-worth renovations. We look at the design challenges of integrating these wet/dry elements into Manhattan floorplans.

The Unfitted Kitchen

In the kitchen, the trend is moving toward ‘unfitted’ furniture-style cabinetry that hides appliances completely. The goal is a kitchen that looks like a living room.

Read the complete January overview here: 2026 Design Agenda.