A 180-year-old Cobble Hill townhouse just hit the market for $14.3 million after a two-year transformation that blends historic charm with modern luxury. The property is the first release from ESTABLISHED BY ECKSTRØM, a collection of five residences reimagining 19th-century architecture in Brooklyn and the West Village. The 6,271-square-foot home, originally built between 1844 and 1845 by Jacob Frost, has been meticulously renovated by the husband-and-wife team Carlos Saavedra and Nicole Eckstrom. Their firm, ECKSTRØM, has carved a niche in the luxury townhouse market by preserving historic structures while integrating contemporary design, wellness features, and passive-house principles. "Everything in the house is custom from the top-of-the-line insulation to the ERV system that circulates air," says co-listing agent Marta Maletz of Compass. The renovation, completed just weeks ago, expanded the basement to include a wellness retreat with a gym, cold plunge, sauna, and family screening room. The home retains its classic townhouse hierarchy—parlor level for entertaining, lower level for daily life—but with an open, connected layout. The result is a property that feels both historic and thoroughly modern. The interior features flat-sawn white oak floors, limewashed walls, and marble, walnut, and quartzite countertops, all curated by interior design firm General Assembly. This level of customization is becoming a key differentiator in the ultra-luxury market.

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The 6,271-square-foot home, originally built between 1844 and 1845 by Jacob Frost, has been meticulously renovated by the husband-and-wife team Carlos Saavedra and Nicole Eckstrom. Their firm, ECKSTRØM, has carved a niche in the luxury townhouse market by preserving historic structures while integrating contemporary design, wellness features, and passive-house principles. "Everything in the house is custom from the top-of-the-line insulation to the ERV system that circulates air," says co-listing agent Marta Maletz of Compass. The renovation, completed just weeks ago, expanded the basement to include a wellness retreat with a gym, cold plunge, sauna, and family screening room. The home retains its classic townhouse hierarchy—parlor level for entertaining, lower level for daily life—but with an open, connected layout. The result is a property that feels both historic and thoroughly modern. The market for luxury townhouses in Brooklyn has shown consistent demand for properties that blend history with modern amenities. This home, with its five bedrooms and multiple entertaining spaces, represents a growing trend: buyers seeking architectural authenticity without sacrificing 21st-century comfort. The inclusion of passive-house principles—focused on energy efficiency and comfort—signals a growing trend among affluent buyers who prioritize sustainability alongside luxury. The project also highlights the premium buyers are willing to pay for custom craftsmanship. From flat-sawn white oak floors to limewashed walls and marble, walnut, and quartzite countertops, every detail was curated by interior design firm General Assembly. This level of personalization is becoming a key differentiator in the ultra-luxury market.