Waking up on the wrong side of the bed is practically impossible in these luxurious suites, where windows present stunning city skylines, rosy sunsets, and the sea.

The penthouse is synonymous with luxury cosmopolitan living. From the impressive vantage point, that height can offer to the many amenities that complement condominium living, the best penthouses are set apart by their thoughtful architecture and extraordinary design. Here are six of the most remarkable penthouses on the market for buyers with a taste for exquisite living.

New York penthouses lead the list of the world’s most expensive and rarest properties. Barely a hundred penthouses number amongst the more than 2,300 upscale NYC apartments currently up for sale. And the prices for these properties are no less astonishing than the views from their terraces; the most expensive penthouse available in New York today is listed for $90M, and 50% of the rest lie within the $30M-75M range.

Floods of natural light lend this loftlike penthouse a stylish cheerfulness that is both effortless and inescapable. Three exposures of impressively oversized windows and soaring 12-foot ceilings contribute to a sense of open, inviting airiness throughout, and the home’s enviable wraparound terrace encourages relaxed living and festive entertaining outdoors. Every inch of the 4,017-square-foot floor plan benefits from a chic minimalist palette; clean, crisp lines; and astutely employed organic materials that maintain a natural softness and welcoming quality. Nearly every space enjoys some aspect of the home’squintessential Manhattan skyline views, which include the Chrysler Building and the last hand-painted billboard in the city.

Living the High Life | 6 Superior Penthouses - Perched on their buildings’ highest floors, these six sophisticated penthouses—in desirable locations from West Coast to East—benefit from privacy, views, style, and amenities that go above and beyond.

Some design aficionados may claim that nothing beats the Art Deco buildings on Miami Beach, but push farther afield and you’re guaranteed to find architectural gems in new builds and traditional high rises alike. The Sunshine State is making waves with a crop of waterview condos featuring stunning penthouse suites. Dig into gleaming, streamlined kitchens, refreshing bathrooms with an oceanic feel, classic American comfort in plush living rooms, and long-table dining. Add in endless views of beach and ocean and bright splashes of color, and you may find that the state’s endless summer suits you just fine.