Perpetual motion



Just off buzzing Dekalb Avenue, Adelphi Street Townhouse is a riot of jazzy retro style and stamped tin ceilings. From room to brightly-painted room you’ll feel this home's vivacity as you explore, past paintings of dancers and flying turtle mobiles – even the twisting wooden end tables look like they've been paused mid dance. Head out into the shady backyard and climb into the sturdy treehouse, it's furnished with bean bag chairs, and makes a perfectly private getaway for the young – and the young at heart.

Kinetic energy

Your hosts were attracted to the round-the-clock action in the Big Apple – which they tout as the most culturally exciting city in the world. They love the shady trees and ivy that make Fort Greene such a verdant leafy neighbourhood.



Momentum

A body in motion stays in motion, or so we’ve heard – but sometimes inertia feels good too – feet up on a chaise lounge, or curled up on the couch with a book. Dark red walls add dynamic flair to the ornate ceilings and parquet floors, and a chic plexiglass chandelier reflects back sparkling light. Each bedroom thrums with personality, from the orange walls and sailing ships of the single bedroom to the dusky purple master bedroom. Whirl on up to the third-floor lounge, which has its own kitchenette, comfy leather chairs, and a Murphy bed too.