Houselike Villa in Great Grounds

Thursday, January 14th 2010
Houselike Villa in Great Grounds

With great gardens & even greater accommodation, this freestanding 3 bedroom villa unit is an upfront opportunity with houselike space. Sized up with separate lounge & dining & a flexible third bedroom, this stylish unit features a vibrant kitchen updated with De Longhi appliances & a well-positioned skylit bathroom with separate WC. Inside, ducted heating & cooling add to the comfort, but the biggest benefit is outdoors... 

1930s Double Storey Family Residence

Thursday, January 14th 2010
1930s Double Storey Family Residence

Handsome 1930s double storey family residence renovated and extended to a very high standard by Wayne Gillespie situated in this prime residential street close to schools, parkland and shops. Comprising: Formal lounge, separate dining, kitchen/meals, huge family room opening to garden and study. Upstairs: 4 generous bedrooms master with ensuite bathroom and walk in robe, built in robes to remaining bedrooms and main bathroom. Other features include... 

Housing 137 Spanish Residential Building by H Arquitectes

Wednesday, January 13th 2010
Housing 137 Spanish Residential Building by H Arquitectes

The Urban Planning for “Plaça de l’Església” in Granollers intends to regain the role of this square within the old part of town. H Arquitectes plot is the key factor for the consolidation of this centrality, due to it occupies the space that gives continuity to Barcelona Street and connects with ‘Plaça de la Porxada’. The three facades of the building become a single skin that, thank to the continuous use of the stone even... 

Swedbank Headquarters, Vilnius designed by Audrius Ambrasas

Wednesday, January 13th 2010
Swedbank Headquarters, Vilnius designed by Audrius Ambrasas

The Swedbank’s new head office building in Vilnius is located in a fairly recently developed but rapidly growing political, commercial and recreational centre of the Lithuanian capital, which was moved from its historical centre to the right bank of the Neris River. A distinctive feature of the new head office building is its openness and accessibility by the public. The site for the Banks building is being developed on the old Ukmerges street... 

Go-Gos Jane Wiedlin Offers Spacey Luxury Loft For Rent in LA

Monday, January 11th 2010
Go-Gos Jane Wiedlin Offers Spacey Luxury Loft For Rent in LA

Looking for an extraordinary place to live? Consider the convenience of downtown loft living, then imagine a residential loft clad in science-fiction and celebrity. A famous rock musician is offering to rent her very unique living space where she has spent the last few years creating a fantasy dream home. Actress and rhythm guitarist Jane Wiedlin, of the all-girl 80′s punk rock band The Go-Go’s, has been setting trends for decades in... 

The Finest Finishes Penthouse Apartment

Sunday, January 10th 2010
The Finest Finishes Penthouse Apartment

Grand single level penthouse apartment with almost 32sqs of luxurious vast living areas, the finest finishes and 5 car basement garaging with lift. Comprises: Security entrance, flowing formal sitting, dinning, kitchen and living area opening to private terrace. Large study (or 3rd bedroom) with adjoining bathroom, massive master bedroom suite with walk in dressing room and bathroom, second bedroom and bathroom, laundry, powder room and huge storage. Situated... 

Edwardian Home on a Generous Allotment

Saturday, January 9th 2010
Edwardian Home on a Generous Allotment

Stunning 5-6 bedroom freestanding Edwardian residence beautifully presented and extended features large main rooms, enormous natural light and excellent floorplan in this quiet street within walking distance to the CBD, Fitzroy Gardens and the MCG. Features: Formal lounge, separate dining, study, 5 bathrooms, kitchen with oversized family room overlooking large private rear garden with 4 car garaging. A very rare and unique opportunity to purchase... 

Momentary City – CR Land Hefei Dongdajie Sales Pavillion

Monday, January 4th 2010
Momentary City - CR Land Hefei Dongdajie Sales Pavillion

Like many other cities in China, Hefei is undergoing a rapid transformation. The original urban fabric was torn apart and discarded, replaced by giant blocks of anonymous structures and forms. The present Hefei is just a fleeting moment on its relentless march toward the future. So, we call it a “Momentary City”. The neighborhoods that were demolished and the new sites that are under construction fill this Momentary City with scabs. We try to... 

Acadia Residence in Vancouver, BC

Tuesday, December 29th 2009
Acadia Residence in Vancouver, BC

Set out to create a “modest” house in an area where most take an exuberant design approach to private residences, Bing Thom applied his design philosophy to ensure the building relates to and is harmonious with its landscape. Like with most BTA house commissions, the design of the garden took place first, and for this particular house, a Suzhou inspired garden manifested. Consistent with Suzhou gardens, water was brought into the long... 

Aberdeen Condominium in Richmond, BC by Bing Thom Architects

Tuesday, December 29th 2009
Aberdeen Condominium in Richmond, BC by Bing Thom Architects

The 122 unit Aberdeen Condominium complex is the second phase in the redevelopment of Aberdeen Centre, a unique mixed use project located along Cambie Road and Hazelbridge Way in Richmond, BC. Conceived as an extension of the Centre, the building is eight storeys tall, comprised of 6 floors of condominiums, an outdoor/indoor amenity space on the second floor with a link directly to the shopping centre and a ground floor entertainment area. In addition...