Interiors: Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment

Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment
Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment

Designer Gilles Mendel, of J. Mendel, recently downsized from a glorious duplex on the Upper East Side to a one-bedroom apartment in Chelsea. While I absolutely loved his former home (as seen in Elle Décor), this 723-square-foot space packs glamour, modern finishes, and luxury into every inch. The apartment’s high-contrast palette takes its cue from the signature colors of J. Mendel shops. And with amazing views of the Hudson River and Manhattan’s High Line, it serves as the perfect urban retreat for Mendel and his partner, Kylie.

Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment
Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment
Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment
Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment
Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment
Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment
Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment
Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment
Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment
Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment

The tiny bedroom includes luxurious touches, including a cowhide headboard, linens by Frette, and a badger-fur throw by J. Mendel.

"We travel so much…Why not live in the ultimate hotel suite?" - Gilles Mendel

Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment
Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment
Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment
Gilles Mendel's Black and White Chelsea Apartment

Images: Joshua McHugh, Architectural Digest

Desiré Greene

Desiré Greene is an entrepreneur, design enthusiast, and self-taught interior decorator with over 15 years of experience writing about home, lifestyle, and luxury. She holds an environmental engineering degree from MIT and is committed to sustainable living.

Desiré's passion lies in empowering others to curate a refined life through minimalist practices. Her blog, The Refined Life, is a haven for those seeking a sophisticated and intentional lifestyle. When she's not writing or designing, you can find her exploring the latest trends, enjoying time with her son, or pursuing new creative endeavors.

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