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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Extell Development's The Rushmore Makes its Mark on Riverside
New Luxury Condominiums include Stunning Hudson River Views
Exceptional Amenities and Exclusive Partnerships
New York, (Nov. 16, 2006) - The Rushmore, Extell Development's newest luxury development on Riverside, will offer residents unobstructed views of the Hudson River, front-door access to Riverside Park , the "Extell Choice" of exquisite finish packages and world-class amenities including a La Palestra Fitness and Wellness Center, indoor pool, screening theater, private sundeck and an exclusive partnership with Kidville, NY.
Designed by preeminent architect Costas Kondylis, The Rushmore will include a 16-story base that gives rise to two soaring towers standing 43 stories tall with 289 residences ranging from 717 to 3,072 square feet. The one-to-five-bedroom homes, priced from approximately $1 million to $7 million, will be ready for occupancy winter 2008.
Extell has formed an exclusive partnership with Kidville, NY, that will provide buyers at The Rushmore family friendly services and amenities. Each homeowner will receive free membership and classes at the nearby Kidville location at 466 Columbus Avenue. Kidville will also design The Rushmore's on-site Indoor Playground and organize family events at the building. Kidville caters to newborns through five-year-old children and their families through a wide range of developmental classes, an indoor playground, a café, a retail boutique and the Kidville Salon.
The Rushmore will feature resort-like amenities, including: La Palestra Fitness, Spa and Wellness services in the building's 7,000 square foot state-of-the-art fitness facility; a 24-hour doorman and renowned Abigail Michaels concierge service; a 50-foot indoor swimming pool; bicycle/carriage storage room; an impressive garden atrium and atrium library; a landscaped sundeck; wide-ranging entertainment suite with catering capabilities, private theater, family game room and billiards room; and on-site parking is also available.
Residents will be offered a choice of three exquisite design selections of Classic, Modern and Traditional schemes for the kitchen, bath and hardwood flooring. All homes will feature Sub-Zero, Viking and Miele appliances, Waterworks fixtures as well as washers and dryers and a state-of-the-art video monitoring system. Several homes will include expansive private terraces.
The Rushmore is located near Lincoln Center, Riverside Park, The American Museum of Natural History, Children's Museum of Manhattan and New York Historical Society as well as an array of restaurants and shops. The Rushmore joins Avery as the second Extell development being constructed on Riverside, an emerging neighborhood on the Upper West Side. Avery and The Rushmore will feature the luxury layouts, finishes, amenities and services that make Extell buildings stand apart, uniquely complemented by direct river views and park access rarely found elsewhere in the city.
Corcoran Group Marketing is the exclusive marketing and sales agent. The sales and design gallery is located at 422 West 70th Street. To schedule an appointment please call 212-496-1400 or visit www.therushmoreriverside.com.
Developer
Extell Development Company
Extell Development Company is a nationally acclaimed real estate developer of residential, office, hotel and retail properties. Respected by the world's leading architects and distinguished by innovative thinking, Extell exceeds market expectations while delivering the dream behind each building. Extell's current New York developments include Orion in the Theater District, Altair 18 and Altair 20 condominiums in Chelsea, Ariel East and Ariel West in the West 90s, and The Stanhope at 995 Fifth Avenue.