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Kiwi tech couple selling their playful, four-storey New York penthouse apartment for US $20 million

This unique NY penthouse comes complete with a giant slide, rock climbing wall, and views of both rivers.

25 March 2026

Gill South
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Kiwi tech couple Craig and Kirsten Nevill-Manning are selling their playful four-storey New York penthouse for US $20 million. Known as Sky House, the award-winning home was designed by architect David Hotson.

The apartment is a "grown-up's playground" featuring:

- A four-storey stainless steel slide

- A rock climbing wall

- Glass walkways

Located atop the historic American Tract Society building, the property offers 360-degree city views, including both the Hudson and East Rivers.

Photos: Shannon Dupre, DD Reps

A four-story slide is part of the "immersive art piece". Photo: Shannon Dupre, DD Reps

The spectacular skyline peeks through the silver slide. Photo: Shannon Dupre, DD Reps

The interior palette of white, glass and stainless steel is brightened with some good Southern Hemisphere colours of fluorescent oranges on the rock wall, as well as greens, bright reds and pinks. Photo: Shannon Dupre, DD Reps

The sheer volume of space has allowed the Kiwi owners to put in a rock wall and a rope swing. Photo: Shannon Dupre, DD Reps

Art fits perfectly into every corner of the home. Photo: Shannon Dupre, DD Reps

On the mezzanine level, a catwalk overlooking the lower level takes you to a study. Photo: Shannon Dupre, DD Reps

The home can see both Hudson River and East River. Photo: Shannon Dupre, DD Reps

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