Marlborough Street Pied-a-Terre

This Back Bay penthouse pied-à-terre was transformed into a timeless yet fanciful retreat on Marlborough Street. Within a developer-renovated brownstone, Elms layered traditional and contemporary elements to create warmth, character, and longevity. A black-painted staircase anchors the home, setting the tone for a cohesive palette of grays, creams, and silvers accented by brass and subtle pops of color. Custom seating, decorative ceiling molding, and sculptural light fixtures bring intimacy and drama to the open living spaces. Throughout the home, high visual texture, refined architectural details, and thoughtful moments—like the marble waterfall island and cantilevered powder room sink—elevate everyday living into something quietly profound.