NBBJ and CCDI Break Ground on Hangzhou Sports Park

February 17, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
NBBJ and CCDI Break Ground on Hangzhou Sports Park

Like many cities in China, Hangzhou is undergoing rapid urban change. While the city center had historically developed around the West Lake area, opportunities for industry and commerce have shifted the city’s expansion towards the Qian Tang riverfront. New construction has tripled the city’s size in the past 10 years leaving behind a modern architectural fabric that is powerful in scale, yet still in need of public place making. NBBJ, in collaboration... 

Classic Two Storey Hawthorn Brick Victorian House

February 10, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Real Estate
Classic Two Storey Hawthorn Brick Victorian House

This classic two storey Hawthorn brick Victorian situated in arguably one of South Melbourne’s best tree-lined streets has been expertly renovated and extended providing a stylish contemporary interior featuring an idyllic and very private landscaped garden by Fiona Brockhoff. 4th bedroom or study, sitting room, Euro kitchen to informal family casual living to gorgeous low maintenance courtyard garden with built in BBQ and water tank. Upstairs:... 

Double Fronted Edwardian Home

February 10, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Real Estate
Double Fronted Edwardian Home

This charming freestanding double fronted Edwardian home offers easy living and outstanding potential for further house improvement and renovation. Comfortable as is and this double fronted Edwardian house offering great spaces with up to 4 bedroom accommodation, central bathroom, formal sitting with open fire place, separate dining with open fire place, kitchen, bright family room, low maintenance paved courtyard garden, ducted heating and easy... 

Student Apartments at William Jessup University Honored with Architectural Award

February 5, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Real Estate
Student Apartments at William Jessup University Honored with Architectural Award

William Jessup University’s newly constructed student apartment building recently won an Award of Honor from the American Institute of Architects San Joaquin Chapter. The organization awards buildings and architects that are contributors to a high quality and standards of excellence. As part of the AIA San Joaquin’s bi-annual awards program, eligible projects and architects from the region are submitted for award consideration. The Award... 

3 Bedroom Villa with Ensuite & Family Bathroom

January 31, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Real Estate
3 Bedroom Villa with Ensuite & Family Bathroom

Moments to the Beach on 400m2. Quality built & sizable 3 bedroom Villa with ensuite & family bathroom. Entry separate lounge plus large family/meals area adjacent to fully appointed timber kitchen with Stainless steel appliances. Quiet, private rear Courtyard, Netural colors throughout, Split System Air Conditioner, Ducted Gas Heating, ample storage cupboards & quality soft furnishings. Private rear Courtyard, Direct access Dble remote... 

Sonoran Oasis Desert Home Office

January 26, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Real Estate
Sonoran Oasis Desert Home Office

Ideal home office scenario. Separate your work environment from your home with a commute of just 50 feet! Rush hour traffic is quail, rabbits, and road runners. The 101 is 15 minutes away and the airport is only 40 minutes. This desert home rests among natural boulder out-cropping’s at the base of Black Mountain surrounded by indigenous plants and commanding views that change throughout the day as the Sun passes over. You are greeted with the... 

New Lakefront Floorplans Unveiled at Cordoba in Lely Resort

January 23, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Real Estate
New Lakefront Floorplans Unveiled at Cordoba in Lely Resort

Award-winning Cordoba Development, LLC has unveiled two new spacious floorplans specifically designed for the lakefront home sites in the Cordoba neighborhood at Lely Resort. According to Mark DiSabato, Managing Partner of Cordoba Development, LLC, among Cordoba’s outstanding features are 15 lakefront home sites that provide stunning water vistas against a backdrop of golf and nature preserve views. “These single-story homes are carefully crafted... 

Camelback Place Townhome by Al Beadle Architect

January 20, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Real Estate
Camelback Place Townhome by Al Beadle Architect

After creating local treasures like Three Fountains and Paradise Gardens, architect Al Beadle drew the clean lines, soaring windows and dramatic spaces at Camelback Place. This spacious townhome features a private front courtyard, large backyard patio with mature shade tree and a two car garage. The interior has been cohesively remodeled with chef’s kitchen, high-end appliances, marble counter, slate floors on main level, cork flooring upstairs,... 

Handsome Light-Filled Town Residence

January 17, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Real Estate
Handsome Light-Filled Town Residence

A very special blend of appealing post Edwardian house character with great eclectic mood, combined with thoughtful extension and renovation. Designed to meet the needs of those who love space and low maintenance, this 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom home is easily accessed through automised gates, double garage and secure entrance. This handsome light-filled residence house has formal and informal living and dining, open plan informal living and dining with... 

Campus Presikhaaf, Arnhem by Broekbakema

January 15, 2010 Filed Under: Architecture, Construction
Campus Presikhaaf, Arnhem by Broekbakema

Situated on the valuable and fragile south-west corner of Park Presikhaaf, the new campus complex for Arentheem College forms a unity with the green landscape. Three schools are connected by a second surface level whilst retaining their unique feel and identity. This is all achieved in a single building, although student flows do not meet. Urban development principles and the limited space available gave rise to the second surface level. Above this...