"The single-family house has also been updated to accommodate the current concept of modern living, while still retaining much of its original charm and detail."
"Singer saved the bulk of the wordy copy to detail every interior detail, from the location of the servant's toilet to the style of the lighting fixtures."
"The parlor level featured 'Tuscan columns with Corinthian caps,' while the dining room had a 'heavy artistic beam ceiling,' showcasing the artistic design of the time."
Completed in 1908, 593 Fourth Street showcases fashionable interior details from its era, including plasterwork and mantels. Located in the Park Slope Historic District, it was designed by Arthur R. Koch for developer Otto Singer. The house retains much of its original charm while accommodating modern living. The parlor level features ornate reception and dining rooms, while the upper floors include multiple bedrooms and bathrooms. The Rhodes family resided there from 1909 until 1952, often employing a servant.
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