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Contact us at: 3, St John’s Court, Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 OJD, England Telephone: +44 (0)1245 250981 Web: www.ipropertymedia.com Email: info@ipropertymedia.com PUBLISHER: Stuart Shield stuart@ipropertymedia.com DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS: Paul Wright paul@ipropertymedia.com EDITORIAL TEAM Editor-in-Chief: Helen Shield helen@ipropertymedia.com Editor: Jill Keene jill@ipropertymedia.com Travel Editor: Fred Finn Guinness World Record holder for most travelled man Contributor: Sam Lee DESIGN TEAM Andrew Cockburn andrew@ipropertymedia.com Joe Allen joe@ipropertymedia.com Rositsa Zafirova rositsa@ipropertymedia.com ADVERTISING SALES TEAM Abi Hinton, Adam Horton, Claire Wright, SUPPORT TEAM Production Co-ordinator: Jo Findlay Accounts: Irene Pickles, Mary Wright, Peter Wright; accounts@ipropertymedia.com Published by International Property Media Copyright © INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY MEDIA 2014 INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY & TRAVEL: ISSN 2053-9347 While great care has been taken in the receipt and handling of material, production and accuracy of content in this magazine, the publishers will not accept any responsibility for any errors, loss or omissions which may occur. The publishers would like to thank all those companies and individuals who took part in the magazine and wish them every success.

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Welcome!

The big question at this time of year has to be whether to opt for sun and sand or ski and snow.

With this in mind, we’ve included a full 14-page ‘ski special’ plus features on Florida, which is also rightly known as the Sunshine State, and Italy.

The former is full of information on a whole host of different ski areas around the world and includes 13 simply stunning properties for sale.

Have a leisurely browse through all three articles – you may well be tempted to buy a place in the mountains as well as by the beach.

Our regular feature on London takes an interesting twist this issue as Ginetta Vedrickas highlights the many benefits of living outside of town. By choosing your area wisely, not only will you get a lot more for your money, with today’s transport systems, you can also reach the city surprisingly quickly.

Last but not least, I’ve been particularly interested in what our two guest interior designers have to say on the subject of creating a perfect bathroom. Having been flooded by a tidal surge a few months ago, I’ve decided to plan a new bathroom to coincide with the ongoing restoration work. There are so many wonderful options available in terms of lay-outs, materials and colours but now I feel filled with inspiration!

Jill Keene jill@ipropertymedia.com

On the cover

Standard Edition: Regalia is Miami’s most luxurious, oceanfront condominium project located in Sunny Isles. With one residence per floor and 39 exclusive residences, Regalia is a contemporary masterpiece. The residences feature over 7,600 ft. of space and 10-foot high floor to ceiling glass windows, capturing a breathtaking 360 degree unobstructed panoramic view.

Contact: Realtors Real Estate Limited Tel: +1 305 405 3270 Email: kmontello@regaliamiami.com Web: www.regaliamiami.com

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British Airways Edition: Strong Hope Plantation, St. Thomas Barbados Strong Hope is set within the countryside of Barbados.

It has 3 separate residences for a total of 10 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms. Each residence is beautifully finished with unique furnishes. Off the main house is a beautiful courtyard with koi and lily ponds which then leads to the pool deck.

Contact: Realtors Real Estate Limited Tel: +1 246 432 6930 Email: info@realtorsrealestatesales.com Web: www.realtorsrealestatesales.com

Emirates Edition: Eden Island is a development in the Seychelles that is connected to the main island of Mahe by a bridge.

It comprises of a series of idyllic inlets and private beaches and waterways. The properties themselves conform to the Creole architectural style of the area, with large verandas, high-pitched red roofs and simple lines.

Contact: Eden House, Eden Island, Mahe, Seychelles Tel: +248 434 6000 Fax: +248 434 6666 Web: www.edenisland.sc

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contents 14 Desire

A Jumbo Jet table, a bespoke replica of your supercar and a rare 50 year-old whisky

21 Finery 27 Luxe 33 Art for art’s sake 39 Bathroom Bliss

Add a dash of panache with exclusive jewellery, luggage and footwear

Stylish solutions for fabulous finishing touches around the home

Masterpieces not to be missed, either on sale or view around the world

Two leading Dubai-based interior designers advise on creating the perfect space for soaking up some water therapy

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We review this year’s motoring highlights and look forward to the 2015 season

48 Drive five 51 London Bridge 63 Taking a shine

Sam Lee spotlights a clutch of the latest and most stunning supercars

Ginetta Vedrickas focuses on the fringe benefits of living just outside the city

It’s out with the shades as Ginetta Vedrickas explores the Sunshine State of Florida

77 La dolce vita 89 Snow business

Lisa Burn offers property buyers a wealth of inside information on Italy

Our ski special is brimming with properties for sale in some of the finest resorts across the globe

112 Great estate agencies of the world

We interview the heads of Christies International Real Estate in both the US and UK

129 Europe and Americas Property Awards

Discover the winners of the 2014-2015 Europe and Americas Property Awards

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Palace in Fes, Morocco This fully renovated period palace is in a prime area of the medina and has featured in home interior design magazines. It has 850m2 of living space, including 300m2 terraces with fabulous medina views. Additional highlights include a gorgeous open sky patio with marble and zelliges (Moroccan tiles) and swimming pool, five bedrooms with en suite bathrooms and a vast lounge/library with a 6.5 metre high ceiling. â‚Ź950,000 Pierre Deladeriere m: + 212 6 79 41 83 25 t: +212 524 78 34 27 e: pdeladeriere@gmail.com

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ooking at this stunning private estate it’s almost impossible to believe that an estate of this size and stature is only 14 miles from the heart of London. The Lakesview Estate is privately owned and set in what can only be described as the most exclusive parcel of real estate so close to the city.

The estate comprises a highly luxurious main residence and a range of outbuildings.

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be required. Both Lakesview House along with the front gate/guest house, Broadview House, have been decorated to the highest levels and feature bespoke designs at every turn.

The sumptuous living areas within the estate comprising in all of 13 bedrooms exude elements of both classic and contemporary elegance.

There are formal and informal dining areas, sophisticated reception rooms, a wine-tasting room with bar, state-of-the-art kitchen and fully-equipped gym.

Seeing is believing

Within the 111 acres the 15 acres of manicured gardens that surround the main residence add to the overall feeling of peace and tranquility within the estate. With three well-stocked fishing lakes, a tennis court, swimming pool, fitness ‘Trim Trail’ and post and rail horse paddocks, there is very little to necessitate leaving the estate grounds. What’s more, there is even the ability to enjoy the occasional game of golf on a private and distinctly challenging nine-hole course.

Then, once it’s time to sit back and relax, there are endless opportunities for al fresco dining and entertaining on terraces overlooking the lakes and beautifully landscaped grounds.

In short, the ‘Lakesview Estate’ in Kent, a county revered as the ‘Garden of England’, provides private, secure living via its select properties, each contained within its extensive grounds and all within remarkably easy reach of London.

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Villa Solana, Santa Barbara, California

The scale of public rooms—such as an open

Solana has seen John F. Kennedy and Martin Luther

One of Santa Barbara’s five historic hilltop estates,

kitchen and family room, theatre and panelled

Villa Solana is the most prestigious in the area. Built

reception room resurrected from a library of French

For those seeking a sanctuary on the west coast

in 1914 by Forest Peabody and designed by Francis

oak boiserie belonging to William Randolph Hearst—

with stunning 360-degree views of the mountain and

T. Underhill, the estate has been beautifully restored

balance with the privacy of the owner’s suite, three

ocean, this magnificent 20,000 plus residence offers

to its original neo-classical grandeur with exquisite

guest suites and a two-bedroom guest house. The

a newly rebuilt grand estate with exquisite detail now

details and modern amenities. Resting on an 11.2-acre

estate pays homage to the Santa Barbara lifestyle

available for the first time in many years.

knoll with 360-degree mountain and ocean views,

with loggias, a central courtyard and one of the finest

Price on application

Villa Solana offers a dramatic backdrop for a family

botanical gardens boasting over 200 fruit trees and

Joyce Rey +1 310 285 7529 / +1 310 291 6646

home or lavish event setting.

500 rose bushes. An estate beyond compare, Villa

e: Joyce@JoyceRey.com w: www.JoyceRey.com

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Beachfront Property in Limassol - Cyprus

OPERA, the new and stunning project on the beach in Limassol, Cyprus, comprises a line of exclusive villas on the sea front, with additional villas around the pool and further in, a 5-storey luxury apartment complex with a luxurious penthouse overlooking the beautiful, landscaped gardens and the Mediterranean sea beyond.

VILLAS

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OPERA properties will surround the alluring swimming pools, lazy rivers, aquatic features and delightful bridges. The whole ambience will be a symphony of colour and movement – a feast for the eyes!

The spectacular, majestic OPERA project completes the seafront of one of Limassol’s most desirable locations with luxury 4 and 5-star hotels nearby. Numerous trendy coffee bars, restaurants and other places of entertainment are all within a very short walking distance.

At the same time OPERA offers a peaceful and tranquil contrast to the liveliness of the tourist area. The setting will be further enhanced by a pedestrian footpath along the shores of Limassol that allows for very pleasant and relaxing walks.

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desire During the days when whisky was made illegally,

having been reserved. Each hand blown bottle has

one stood out for its exceptional smoothness;

flow lines incorporated in the design, inspired by

Vintage 1964 is naturally expensive and so when

so much so that King George IV sought his own

the ripples seen in the waters used to make The

asked how buyers should look after theirs, Alan

supply of the illicit spirit. Speyside farmer George

Glenlivet. After being engraved with its own unique

Winchester, master distiller of 40 years’ experience,

Smith set up the first legal distillery and was given

number, every bottle is crowned with a stopper

advised, “Buy two – drink and enjoy one and keep

the first ever licence in 1824 to distill the now

made of sterling silver, gold and Cairngorm stone.

the other for investment. Like all our whiskies, it is a

The whisky is presented in a precision made

single malt to share with friends. Keep it on display

famous brand, The Glenlivet.

The Glenlivet Winchester Collection launched

A bottle of The Glenlivet Winchester Collection

walnut cabinet incorporating a hidden key

so it prompts conversation – there is so much to

this September with the release of a very rare 50

compartment to open the clam doors. When this

tell about the people who created it and the history

year-old single malt – Vintage 1964. There are

is opened, it activates a mechanism on which the

which is in effect, bottled.”

just 100 numbered bottles with over 50 already

precious liquid glides forward on a plinth.

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desire Is it a plane or is it a table? Certainly one word comes to mind after taking a good, long look at the Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet Conference Table - epic! Launched 15 years ago, MotoArt creates a new design made from vintage aircraft each month and has now designed over 130 different limited edition series.

Formed from a General Electric engine nacelle this piece of custom furniture, although fit for the Guggenheim, provides a defining element for a contemporary office environment. At 12 feet wide and sporting a high-mirror polish, the Boeing 747 Jumbo Jet Conference Table seats up to 12 and can include a set of optional highly useful data ports.

Perfectly complementing the outer finish is a custom fabricated engine stator set with internal multicolored LED lighting topped with a polished spun aluminum dome and an elegant, round, tempered glass top. ÂŁ21,425 / â‚Ź27,250 / $35,000 ď‚„ www.motoart.com

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Mougins

South of France

Built in 1983, this detached property is in the prestigious Terre de Pigranel domain

Recently refurbished, highlights include: Living Area of 261m² on a 2,346m² plot ® Large dining kitchen (39m²) with French windows leading on to a terraced area with barbecue overlooking the swimming pool ® Master bedroom suite with large bathroom including walk-in shower and Jacuzzi opening on to small private terrace ® Four additional bedrooms (three with en suite shower or bathroom) ® Living room of 40m² with fireplace ®

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Double carport and cellar

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desire With luxury car manufacturers

can be modeled but perhaps your

offering limitless options to create

taste is for iconic classic cars. If so

a highly bespoke car completely

Amalgam will build a tailor-made

unique to you, Amalgam Fine Model

model of your 250 GTO or E-Type

Cars of England can also create

or any one of a wide range of the

a precise 1:8 scale replica of your car.

most important and iconic classic

Amalgam has worked closely with all the leading Formula 1 teams and the world’s most iconic

road and race cars from the 1930s and onwards.

Should you require a larger

car makers since 1995. With that

absolutely one-off model of a super

level of trust and professionalism

high value car in your collection then

Amalgam’s relationship with the

follow the world’s most significant

leading car companies enables each

car collectors and have a 1:5 model

model to be hand built using your

built of each car in your private

car’s precise specification sourced

museum. The price is high but the

directly from Ferrari, Bugatti,

models are indeed works of art.

Porsche, McLaren, Aston Martin, Lamborghini, Bentley and Pagani.

Most of the recent and current cars from these manufacturers

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Modern GT cars from £4,075 / €5,190 / $6,550  www.finemodelcars.com

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Redefining the parameters

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finery Indulge yourself in a few of the finer things in life

Flower power

The Manila shawl, originally from China, is a completely artisanal garment hand-embroidered in natural silk with skill and dexterity. Now Carrera y Carrera has taken the most characteristic motifs of this garment to create its Seda Imperial Collection.

The most expensive piece in the collection is this beautiful OrquĂ­deas collar necklace. Bursting with flower after flower fashioned in 18K yellow gold and sparkling with diamonds, each perfect bloom has a ruby at its centre. $179,000 ď‚„ www.carreraycarrera.com

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Green with envy This 18ct white gold ring has a Tahitian pearl as its centrepiece, surrounded by no less than 152 diamonds and 78 emeralds. Sure to attract admiring glances, it’s a delightfully unusual piece of jewellery. £25,500  www.yokolondon.com

Bespoke bubbles

Popping the cork on a bottle of champagne is always a special moment – but even more so if you’ve created the champagne yourself.

With Champagne By You, a new bespoke service, you can do just that.

The first step is a tasting session with a specialist where you decide on your preferred champagne style. There’s a deliciously distinctive selection to choose from, all of which are imported direct from growers in the champagne region. Once you’re happy with your style of champagne, you can design your own, totally unique, handmade aluminium label with the help of Champagne By You’s experienced in-house design team.

From £1,881 for 24 bottles excluding VAT  www.champagnebyyou.com

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Packing a Porsche

The new Porsche 918 Spyder luggage set is the first suitcase and bag series specially designed for trips away in this high-performance sports car. Designed by the Porsche Design Studio, the luggage collection is an ideal match for the car’s interior and makes optimum use of its available space. Choose from a five-piece luggage set, three-piece travel set or two-piece stowage set.

The entire set comprises two storage boxes, two garment covers and a trolley.

Approx £12,265 for the entire set  www.porsche.com

Businesslike bags Available only at Harrods, Tumi has launched a line of exotic-skin business bags. They are meticulously handcrafted in Italy and consist of a highly functional attaché and a commuter briefcase in a choice of sleek black alligator and anthracite ostrich. These pieces are designed to sit alongside the brand’s existing line of accessories, incorporating Tumi’s technical innovation and intelligent design, demonstrated by the inclusion of an RFID pocket, providing piece of mind for travellers. The collection also offers a customisable monogram patch and features add-a-bag sleeve, tech pockets and removable shoulder strap. £24,995 each  www.tumi.com International Property & Travel

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Twist for the wrist

The Feather Collection by David Marshall takes its inspiration from the curve of a swan’s wing in flight, the myth of Leda and the Swan and the winged goddesses of ancient Greece. Crafted from beautiful 18 carat white or rose gold and diamonds, each piece is as graceful and light as the name suggests. The Feather bangle shown here in white gold twists elegantly around the wrist to complement almost any outfit. £15,830  www.davidmarshalllondon.com

Party perfect Rubelli and luxury Italian footwear brand Santoni have collaborated on a brand new collection of shoes and handbags. Sharing a dedication to unique design and world-class, Italian craftsmanship, Rubelli and Santoni’s latest offering is a romantic masterpiece that perfectly blends baroque suggestions with Gio Ponti’s avant-garde spirit.

To create this stunning collection, signature Rubelli fabrics have been perfectly matched with slippers, loafers, ballerinas, laced shoes and boots. New for this collection and perfect for the party season, is a range of beautiful bags to add a touch of Italian glamour to any ensemble.

The fabrics range from traditional lampas with bright patterns and colourful suggestions, to delicate florals and lush brocades.

Boots €935; Bag €1,290  www.rubelli.com  www.santonishoes.com

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luxe Inject a sense of the extraordinary into your living spaces with these stylish creations

Raising the bar The latest exclusive piece of furniture

from Boca do Lobo is this striking, limited edition Oblong Bar Cabinet. A fusion of modernistic and classical elements, this hand-crafted, modern cabinet was specifically designed to act as a statement piece in contemporary living rooms. â‚Ź16,600 ď‚„www.bocadolobo.com

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French fancy

Designed with a profound admiration for and influenced by the French decorative arts, the Mademoiselle Armoire will transport you to another world. Its elegant, hand crafted butterfly design and handles are in highly detailed polished brass.

Set over a silk lining, the doors open gracefully to reveal an interior covered in gold leaf with high-gloss varnish, nine antique mirror drawers and two adjustable glass shelves. £11,400 www.bykoket.com

from a height. The cappuccino coloured legs depict a variety of exquisite design features and delicate bubble detailing that make each piece a one-off work of art.

The Claremont range also includes a coffee table and

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side table and has been exclusively designed for The Sofa & Chair Company in partnership with a renowned glass

A truly individual centrepiece, the Claremont dining table

manufacturer. These contemporary designs are also a feat

features a smoked glass top resting upon beautiful Murano

of engineering; each one innovatively constructed to be

glass legs. Handcrafted by skilled craftsmen, the glass is

unshakably sturdy, despite their asymmetrical form.

first free blown, then heated and moulded whilst suspended

£7,585  www.thesofaandchair.co.uk

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With over 27 years of experience,

Eliská Sapera was recently named one of Britain’s Top 30 interior designers by the Sunday Times and her work is known around the world. In 2008, unable to find the beautiful and out of the ordinary home items she wanted for her design schemes, Eliská was inspired to open her own boutique design shop in London’s exclusive Portman Village. These unusual silverplate dragon candlesticks are a prime example of her expertise. £1,800 per pair www.eliskadesign.com

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Taking a shine

The Constanze is a hand-painted version of one of Kolarz’s most popular and beautiful chandeliers. Enhanced with crystal droplets, its style has been inspired by the iconic Austrian artist, Gustav Klimt.

The 24ct gold plated chandelier is named in honour of the wife of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and comes in two sizes (five or eight arms) with optional handmade organza shades in cream, black or burgundy.

The hand painted droplets give the chandelier a subtle, contemporary twist making it ideal for a formal reception room or elegant bedroom.

Centre of attention

The range also includes coordinating, two arm wall lights. £1,700 www.kolarz-uk.com

Being a vast 140cm in length, this outstanding centrepiece Murano glass bowl is, more than anything, a work of art. It is designed

by London silversmith Grant Macdonald in a limited edition of just 10, exclusive to Harrods.

The bowl is hand-crafted by skilled glassmakers in Murano, Italy, while the cream, hide leather stand is hand-stitched in London.

It takes over 35 hours to create the sterling silver base which is hand-crafted by expert silversmiths in Grant Macdonald’s workshop.

An additional eight hours is spent polishing the sterling silver to give the perfect mirror finish that Grant Macdonald demands. £22,950 www.grantmacdonald.com

Nautical nuance The new Kettal Maia Rope Collection designed by Patricia Urquiola adds a lightness and natural elegance to the original classic design. Each chair is hand-braided with nautical rope and the legs are teak, a combination that transmits energy and warmth. The proportions of the club armchair have been changed giving the new version an indoor language, while being totally suited to the outdoors.

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Art for art’s sake

Works by famed artists such as Rembrandt, Degas and Turner are on show this winter, either at exhibition or auction

Rembrandt: The Late Works Having already suffered the early loss of his wife and three of their children, Rembrandt’s later years were burdened with bankruptcy, acrimonious legal proceedings with a former lover, and the loss of his common-law wife and only remaining son. However, far from diminishing as he aged, Rembrandt’s creativity gathered new energy.

From the 1650s until his death in 1669, Rembrandt pursued an artistic style that was expressive and radical. His bold manipulation of printing and painting techniques and progressive interpretations of traditional subjects inspired generations of artists, earning him a reputation as the greatest master of the Dutch Golden Age. Through famous masterpieces and rare drawings and prints, ‘The Late Works’ examines the themes that preoccupied Rembrandt as he grew older: self-scrutiny, experimentation, light, observation of everyday life and even other artists’ works; as well as expressions of intimacy, contemplation, conflict and reconciliation.

October 15th, 2014 – January 18th, 2015 at The National Gallery, London  www.nationalgallery.org.uk

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art Sotheby’s Sale of American Art

celebrated flower paintings. It is one of three works by

One of the most iconic works by Georgia O’Keeffe

the American artist that are on offer from the Georgia

ever to appear at auction, ‘Jimson Weed/White Flower

O’Keeffe Museum in Santa Fe, New Mexico, which are

No. 1’ is one of the most well-known examples of her

being sold to benefit its Acquisitions Fund.

O’Keeffe first saw Jimson weed growing in northern New Mexico and painted the present work in 1932. At a significant 48 by 40 inches, Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1 is one of the rare instances early in her career that O’Keeffe chose a canvas size noticeably larger than her usual format. Owned originally by the artist’s sister Anita O’Keeffe Young, the work hung in the White House for six years at the request of First Lady Laura Bush and has been featured in nearly every major retrospective on the artist.

Estimated at $10m - $15m November 20th at Sotheby’s New York  www.sothebys.com

Degas’s Little Dancer An iconic work in the National Gallery of Art’s collection, ‘Little Dancer Aged Fourteen’ takes centre stage in a focus exhibition presented in conjunction with the world-premiere of the musical ‘Little Dancer’ that runs from October 5th – November 30th at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, DC. The musical is inspired by Edgar Degas’s renowned original wax statuette of a young ballerina, which caused a sensation when it was first shown at the 1881 impressionist exhibition in Paris. The sculpture is one of the most popular works of art in the National Gallery of Art collection.

The National Gallery of Art has the third largest collection of Degas works in the world. ‘Little Dancer Aged Fourteen’ will be presented with 11 additional paintings, prints, pastels, and sculptures that exemplify Degas’s fascination with ballet.

October 5th 2014 – January 11th 2015 at The National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC  www.nga.gov

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Old Master and British Paintings Evening Sale One of the last great Turner masterpieces remaining in private hands will be the highlight of this sale. Painted in 1835 by Britain’s most celebrated artist, ‘Rome, from Mount Aventine’ is among Turner’s most subtle and atmospheric depictions of the Italian city, a subject that captivated him for over 20 years.

The large-scale oil painting is further distinguished by its exceptional state of preservation, as well as a prestigious and unbroken provenance, having changed hands for the only time in 1878, when it was acquired by the 5th Earl of Rosebery, later Prime Minister of Great Britain.

Estimated at £15m - £20m December 3rd at Sotheby’s London  www.sothebys.com

Mao Wen Biao Solo Exhibition Born in Shanghai in 1950, Mao Wen Biao studied art in Beijing, continuing at the Royal College of Art and has made his home in Kent. While still at the Royal College, his technical virtuosity attracted a visionary property developer, John Hunter. Since the 1980s Hunter has masterminded the revival of Kensington and Chelsea streets, commissioning vast murals from Mao to disguise building works and attract public attention.

Mao is a painter of sport, monumental murals and lavish flower studies, and has won numerous awards and important commissions. The new Mao Wen Biao solo show will include abundant beds of flowers as well cyclists en masse. His cyclists strangely echo the strength of a cavalry charge or pounding horses in a close run classic race. Mao has attracted collectors in the racing world including thoroughbred racing owner Michael Tabor.  www.osg.uk.com November 19th

Anselm Kiefer

– December 6th at The

Described as ‘a colossus of contemporary art’, Anselm Kiefer’s extraordinary

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body of work includes painting, sculpture and quite simply monumental

Studio Gallery,

installations. Uncompromising in the subject matter he tackles, his work

London

powerfully captures the human experience and draws on history, mythology, literature, philosophy and science.

This will be the most significant exhibition of the German artist’s work ever held in the UK, spanning his entire 40-year career and unveiling new work created in direct response to the RA’s spaces. Full of brave and provocative work, it will be a testament to the career of a man driven to confront himself and the audience with the big and complex issues of our world’s past, present and future.

September 27th – December 14th at The Royal Academy of Arts, London  www.royalacademy.org.uk

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We seek advice from award-winning interior designers on how to create your own perfect oasis of peace and relaxation

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bathroom is a place of escape, somewhere where you can soak away stresses and strains or enjoy an exhilarating shower while you collect your thoughts in readiness for the day ahead. It’s therefore well worth spending time and money on getting the space exactly right for your preferences and needs.

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tcetera Living was founded in Dubai in 2003

by Lesley Zaal and she and her team take pride in transforming empty spaces into warm and welcoming homes. “In today’s busy world it has become increasingly important to create a bathroom that is not only functional but pleasing to the eye,” she explains. “Often you find that there is no storage in bathrooms so I always make sure that there is at least one cupboard in which to store essentials.”

Lesley prefers to use light, neutral shades in bathrooms to help create the illusion of space even in the tiniest bathroom. “If the bathroom is really tight I would suggest removing the bathtub and replacing it with a good rainhead (plus hand held) shower. By using a glass partition and clever positioning of linear drainage you can create the feeling of a much airier space than the traditional shower over the bath.

“With everyone being much more aware of ‘going green’, it makes more sense to have a shower rather than a bath and, if I am designing for a villa with limited bathroom space, I prefer to suggest to the client that we have only a bath in one of the rooms and install showers in the other bathrooms. It also makes more sense to have showers with busy lifestyles.”

Marble has long been associated with luxurious construction, particularly in bathrooms. However, Lesley

advises that there are so many finishes to choose from nowadays that it is no longer necessary to choose only marble. “For me, the marble (if used) should be as a feature wall, rather than on every surface. Vanity tops are also now available in so many finishes and for practicality there is nothing to beat the manmade materials currently on the market in a myriad of finishes. The beauty of these is that you don’t have to worry about staining, whereas with the natural stone, there is always the worry that a bottle of bath oil or perfume could stain the stone permanently!”

Regarding faucets, Lesley says that there are now so many brands on the market that the designer is spoilt for choice. “Personally however, the simpler and more streamlined, the better. One thing to consider though, is how do the taps actually feel in the hand? Sometimes the design might be fabulous but they are just not comfortable to use. Most brands now come automatically with water saving devices but it is easy to retro fit a water saving aerator to the original taps.”

As for the all-important sanitaryware, Lesley is adamant - always stick with white. “Colour can be added in feature walls, mosaics or even towels. Nothing beats white sinks and toilets! Ultimately, the bathroom should feel clean and neat, but not Spartan and cold and it is the designer’s job to make sure that the client gets a beautiful but practical bathroom.”

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Bishop Design

ounded by Paul and Ellen Bishop in 2004, Dubai-based Bishop Design has continuously completed projects across the entire MENA region as well as internationally. Ellen believes that black represents a design language which can go very wrong if utilized without consideration to size and shape of space and to selection of materials. On the other hand, she says it can give an astonishing result with a warm, avant-garde, opulent and elegant look and feel.

“In one of our recent designs for a private penthouse we have gone for an all-black contemporary design using multiple materials to contrast all, representing differing layers of textures, finishes and gloss. As the client wished to add a touch of Arabesque design, the lights chosen added that flair as well as giving exciting reflections. The storage is mainly tucked on the side in a practical unit, half open and closed, which allowed us to keep the vanity counter exposed and the gold plated sanitary ware and accessories helps to bring the design to the exclusive level intended.

“With powder rooms, we always keep in mind that these spaces are essentially a part of the main entertainment areas for a property. They should therefore have features that will impress guests but emanate comfort at the same time.”

In the example shown here, Bishop Design has used leather tiles as the space has very little humidity. “This gave us the

freedom to choose softer materials and the rest of the powder room is clad with neutral cream porcelain tiles to balance the budget,” Ellen explains. “We have placed simple glass shelves on the wall for basic storage set against a combination of leather and porcelain tiles and a freestanding basin not to take up too much space.

The bronze plated custom made lighting layered from the ceiling and the subtle indirect lighting behind the full wall mirror also gives a nice warm touch.”

When designing bathrooms with the luxury of an astounding view, the Bishop Design team always takes maximum advantage during space planning and designing.

“In this case,” explains Ellen, “the bathtub has been strategically placed to be able to fully enjoy the view and the rain shower has been given a good size also with view and natural light. We have selected all natural materials in relatively neutral colours to emphasize the beauty of the view and for the atmosphere to flow through the space.

The large slabs of marble and wooden floors represent the natural elements which furthermore incorporates the striking exterior. This bathroom was designed to be as natural and organic as possible in synergy with openness and natural light.”

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Ferrari Owners’ Club of Great Britain Membership: £110 per year Prancing Horse Register: £50 per year (for members who do not own a Ferrari) Memberships include 6 issues of Ferrari Owners’ Club magazine.

Overseas members are welcome.

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Motoring memories from this year’s events and plenty to look forward to in 2015

Silver anniversary for Silverstone Classic

94,000 and featured no fewer than 23 races. These packed

As tradition dictates, next summer’s spectacular Silverstone

benchmark as the world’s biggest motor sport meeting of

Classic will be held over the final weekend in July. Already

all time.

firmly established as the World’s Biggest Classic Motor Racing

This year’s celebration attracted its largest ever crowd of grids covered the full spectrum of motor sport history and the total of 1,125 entries topped the Classic’s own

“Next year will be a very significant milestone for the

Festival, the 2015 Silverstone Classic (24th – 26th July) will

Silverstone Classic and we are already making some very

be another massive record breaker – not least as the dazzling

special plans to celebrate this silver anniversary in fitting style,”

extravaganza will be celebrating its own 25th anniversary.

said event director, Nick Wigley. “It’s amazing when looking

The very first International Historic Festival took place at

back to the very first Historic Festival as many of the iconic

Silverstone on 28th -29th July, 1990. The concept of a flagship

cars and well-known drivers racing then are still competing

race meeting dedicated entirely to historic motor sport was an

at the Classic today. Even more intriguingly, perhaps, is the

instant success. Indeed that pioneering revival is widely hailed

thought that several of today’s most popular grids such as the

as the one which paved the way for the plethora of similar

Super Tourers and Group C prototypes had barely seen the

events that are now staged at famous circuits around the globe.

light of day in 1990.”

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Quick off the mark

This 18 month joint project between Ian

The car has been redesigned for his own personal

A unique Jaguar Mark 2 redesigned by Ian

Callum and CMC has endeavoured to retain the

use and, working with CMC's engineers, it now

Callum, director of design at Jaguar Cars, and

integrity of the original Mark 2, whilst making it

boasts a huge number of aesthetic and technical

re-engineered by leading restorers Classic Motor

even more exciting in shape and performance.

modifications that make this a practical, reliable,

Cars (CMC) has been unveiled at the opening of

Mr Callum said, “This is a very personal statement.

enjoyable and exciting everyday vehicle. Featuring

the company’s new headquarters in Shropshire.

A long held notion that, although the Mark 2

a modified and uprated 4.3 litre XK engine,

The building was officially opened by motorcycle

has always been a beautiful car, it could be even

5-speed manual gearbox, unique independent rear

and Formula One Grand Prix world champion

more exciting in shape and performance. Whilst

suspension and upgraded front brakes, the Mark 2

John Surtees OBE and the car was unveiled by

maintaining the purity of the car’s form, I wanted

by Callum provides an intuitive driving experience.

Jaguar’s legendary test driver Norman Dewis.

to add a number of modern twists to the design.”

 www.classic-motor-cars.co.uk

Revival reminiscences There was a magical glow about this year's Goodwood Revival Meeting and not just because the motor circuit was bathed in sunshine for much of the weekend. The on-track thrills and spills were spot on and the guests all arrived looking fantastic.

Just like last year there was a sell-out crowd of 148,000 visitors to witness the incredible vehicles on show. A sign of the quality and financial value of these automobiles came in the RAC TT Celebration, which featured £150 million worth of machinery. But in the moment, all of that was meaningless and everyone was simply entranced by a thrilling race between beautiful motor cars.

There many more highlights too: the Maserati 250Fs; the stunning double Lancaster display; the 600-strong tribute to the people of Sussex's contribution to the Second World War; the Jaguar D-Type race; the Lavant Cup for Jaguar D-Types, the list could go on and on. Here’s to the next one!  www.grrc.goodwood.com 44

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Modena celebrations for Maserati The Maserati Centennial International Gathering in mid-September proved a key event in the celebrations to mark the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Modena-based company. The first day of the official programme, involving over 200 Maseratis and over 500 Maserati collectors and clients from 30 countries across the world, was dedicated to the city of Modena. Vintage and modern Maseratis began making their way into Modena in the early hours, lining up in Piazza Grande in the shadow of the Ghirlandina, the white stone bell tower that is the symbol of the Emilian city.

"Of the many automobile producers born in Italy in the last century, only a few have reached such a milestone and this fills me with joy," declared Alfieri Maserati, son of Ernesto, one of the founding brothers. "The name we bear symbolises brilliance, innovation and the desire to create the unique and novel features we find in today's cars."

The first day of the Maserati Centennial International Gathering ended with a guided tour and dinner at the company’s historic factory in Viale Ciro Menotti, Modena. After a lengthy parade through the city’s streets, involving more than 200 classic and modern Maseratis and the majority of Modena’s population, gathering participants enjoyed a guided tour of the complex that Maserati has occupied since it moved from Bologna to Modena in 1939, and where the Maserati GranTurismo, GranCabrio and Alfa Romeo 4C are now produced.  www.maserati.com

they are frequently realised as research projects or concept cars. A lot goes on in secrecy – because a great idea is always quickly imitated. That is why many of the concept cars and experimental vehicles never leave the premises of the Weissach

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presented includes secret concept cars and

Development Centre. After the completion of

An exclusive peek behind, what have up until

camouflaged prototypes as well as one-of-a-kind

the project, they are usually scrapped. The most

now been closed doors, is being offered by the

record, test and experimental vehicles.

important or exciting projects, though, were put

Porsche Museum in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen,

Over 4,500 engineers work at the Porsche

into the stock of the Porsche Museum. Coming

Germany. The ‘Project: Top Secret!’ special

Development Centre in Weissach ensuring that

directly from there, they are now being shown for

exhibition runs until January 11th, 2015 and

Porsche always stays one step ahead. Many

the first time to the wider public as part of this

features 16 unique vehicles, most of which have

great ideas never make it to series production

special exhibition.

never been shown before. The range being

for technical or economic reasons. Nonetheless,

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CALVADOS €1,500,000 Ref:P1477EI Charming 18th/19thC country chateau with equestrian facilities, beautiful gardens and 74 acres of parkland, woodland, river and meadows.

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MERIBEL, SAVOIE €2,500,000 Ref:30352 Just a short walk from the heart of Meribel and all amenities, is this comfortable 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom family home.Large balconies and double garage.

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Sleek and stylish, these cars are the epitome of performance motoring says Sam Lee

The new Lightweight E-type is the first recreation to come from Jaguar Heritage, within the Jaguar Land Rover Special Operations division. Just six will be built for sale – each assigned one of the remaining chassis numbers originally allocated in 1963 to the intended 18-car 'Special GT E-type' project, of which just 12 were built. The six-cylinder XK engine mirrors the original power units, with an aluminium block and 'wide angle' aluminium cylinder head. They will be sold as period competition vehicles suitable for FIA homologation for historic motorsport purposes. In excess of £1 million  www.jaguar.com

The new Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4 Roadster boasts a 6.5-litre V12 engine,

For the first time since 1939, a new Atalanta has been launched.

carbon fibre technology, an extremely intelligent control system and a seven speed

It exhibits silver screen glamour with every curve combined

ISR shifting characteristic. It also features a two-piece forged composite targa top

with relevant modern technology to enhance performance and

that can be removed to expose the cabin to the elements for the ultimate driving

safety. No less than 90% of the component parts are designed

experience. This super car can hit 62mph in 3 seconds and has a top speed of 217mph.

and engineered directly by Atalanta and it features a traditionally

£288,840  www.lamborghini.com

hand-crafted aluminium-over-ash coach-built structure. Limited commissions are being taken to individual specifications, making each vehicle completely unique.

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Aston Martin has revealed a raft of enhancements to the Vanquish ultimate GT. With the debut of the new Touchtronic III eight-speed automatic gearbox, every major area of the car’s performance and fuel economy has been enhanced. The 0-60 mph time is reduced, dropping from 4.1 seconds to just 3.6 seconds, confirming Vanquish as the quickest accelerating series production Aston Martin in the company’s 101-year history. Top speed is 201mph. £190,000  www.astonmartin.com

Capable of a Nürburgring lap time of only 8 minutes 14 seconds, the Range Rover Sport SVR is the fastest, most powerful Land Rover ever produced.

It accelerates from 0-60mph in just 4.5 seconds to a top speed electronically limited to 162mph.

The SVR’s range-topping 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine has been developed to produce 550PS and its advanced ZF 8HP70 8-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel-drive chassis have been optimised to complement its astonishing performance, whatever the weather. £93,450  www.landrover.co.uk

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London is now officially the world’s most expensive city in which to live and work but its excellent transport connections mean that you don’t have to live at its very heart. Ginetta Vedrickas explores the city’s fringes

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rime central London commands the world’s highest property prices, yet within 25 miles you can be in Surrey, a prime spot peppered with exceptional properties and a similar market to the capital.

The estates of Wentworth Bishopsheath, and St George’s Hill date back over 100 years, but Englefield Green, Surrey today they are hunting Mansion set in its own parkland near grounds for international Wentworth Golf course on the edge of buyers and UK celebrities Windsor Great Park, close to London seeking privacy. and Ascot. This individually styled grand Hanover Private Office house has large proportions and superb recently commissioned a features. Combining traditional and report comparing central contemporary design, the property is London with these both spacious and elegant. exclusive Surrey pockets. A £13.5m / €17.2m / $21.7m one-bedroom apartment at Hanover Private Office One Hyde Park has a price +44 (0)20 7935 5797

tag of £6.5 million yet the same sum buys a detached, seven-bedroom residence on the Wentworth Estate, with 10 times the floor space and an acre of outside space. Factor in a short stroll to the fairways of Wentworth, one of the world’s most acclaimed golf courses, and this is a serious proposition for the most demanding buyers says Hanover’s MD Alex Newall. “We are seeing a growing interest from Asian, Indian and Middle Eastern buyers in Wentworth. Our buyers in Asia tell me the Wentworth market is growing in importance as a credible alternative to owning a small apartment in Prime Central London and we have to listen to buyer demand.”

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report strong demand in the luxury homes market. Director of Keats Haslemere, Adrian Hardwick, says, “The continuing resurgence of the London market has meant strong market conditions in this favoured part of the Surrey Hills and this - coupled with good local schools - continues to drive the market. Homes with access to the South Downs National Park always prove popular.”

Much of Surrey is easily accessible by rail making its pretty villages great hunting grounds for homes. Developer Martin Grant Homes is selling prime homes in sought after spots such as exclusive Belmont Place in Burpham, near Guildford which is just 34 minutes by rail into Waterloo. Five secluded family houses have elegant finishes and start from £1.15 million.

The first six months of 2014 were quieter compared with recent months says Barton Wyatt’s James Wyatt who believes that the resurrection of the mansion tax proposal will inevitably cause concern. “In recent weeks, the expectation of interest rate rises receding had a positive effect on buyers’ willingness to purchase,” he says. “Nevertheless, international interest continues to dominate the top of the market. The UK is, quite simply, in a league of its own.”

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Chiltern House, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire This significant modern mansion was built in 2003 within a one acre plot. Its reception hall features a central curving oak staircase, flanked by a drawing room with a central stone fireplace and a separate dining room. To the rear of the house, is the kitchen/breakfast room and a family room. A further sitting room, conservatory and study complete the reception rooms.

The first floor includes a master bedroom suite of 1,291 square feet, which occupies the whole of the right hand wing, with a pair of dressing rooms and en suite bathrooms. The main guest suite has its own dressing room and there are two further guest suites. A self-contained staircase leads to a top floor, open plan games room. £2.5m / €3.2m / $4m Hamptons International +44 (0)1494 611 309

market according to Joanna Cocking, Country House Director at Hamptons International who is based in prime Beaconsfield in Buckinghamshire. She explains, “Buyers are able to get double the square footage and a large garden for the same amount of money by making the move out of London. By moving to these areas there is also no need to compromise with commute times, with some journey times running at under half an hour,” adding that typical budgets are between £2-5 million.

Families flock here for state and private schools and a move from central London brings dividends. “Over the course of 2014 we have seen several instances of sellers achieving high prices in the London market, only to tactically spend a portion of the sale price, but acquiring a much larger property,” says Ms Cocking.

For anyone who hankers after city living but who prefers a quieter pace, the historic city of Cambridge could be a draw. Bidwell’s David Bentley reports a booming market at the top end. “Cambridge's high end market continues to be active, returning with 'gusto' after the slight softening through the holiday months. With a reasonable improvement in stock levels, those recognised Cambridge avenues are still expected to achieve over guide levels with a recent transaction achieving over 30% more than its guide.”

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Long Walk Villas, Windsor, Berkshire Supersized five-bedroom, four bathroom family villa in a Conservation Area, a few minutes’ walk from the High Street. Overlooking The Long Walk in Windsor Great Park, its roof terrace has views across to the castle.

Steeped in history, Windsor has a strong Royal presence and is surrounded by miles of beautiful countryside, yet within easy commuting distance of Central London. The hallowed halls of Eton College are also only a few minutes’ drive away, just one of the excellent schools in the area. £2.75m / €3.5m / $4.43m Hamptons +44 (0)1753 855 555

Lakesview Estate, Kent Just 14 miles from the heart of London, this superb property includes a main residence, separate guest accommodation in Broadview House, stables, a lakeside pavilion and provision for security staff if required.

The five-bedroom Lakesview House features formal and informal dining areas, reception rooms, a wine-tasting room, state-of-the-art kitchen and fully-equipped gym. There are 15 acres of manicured gardens with three fishing lakes, a tennis court, swimming pool, fitness ‘Trim Trail’ and post and rail horse paddocks. A private nine-hole course completes this stunning estate. £15m / €18.9m / $25.6m t: +44 (0)7934 232099 e: LakesviewEstate@Lakesviewestate.com 54

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Furze Croft, St Georges Hill, Weybridge, Surrey This prime mansion has six bedroom suites including a master bedroom suite with private terrace and twin walk-in dressing rooms and bathrooms.

One wing contains a large VIP entertaining suite with a custom made bar and drinks lounge. Folding glass doors can be opened to merge this space with the outside terrace, forming a reception venue for up to 200 people. The other wing provides an extensive leisure complex featuring a pool room with 11 metre long, 2.1 metre deep swimming pool, spa pool and lounge areas, a gymnasium, sauna and changing facilities.

On the lower ground floor is a stunning private cinema with tiered platform flooring and sumptuous sofa seating. This floor also has a wine display suite containing a lobby with specially commissioned oak wine display cabinets and a glass enclosed temperature controlled wine room capable of holding some 1,700 bottles. On the first floor of one wing there is also a two-bedroom staff apartment. ÂŁ17.5m / 22.3m / $28.2m Knight Frank +44 (0)1372 464 496

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Number One on Summer Lake,

Built with eco-friendly features, such as

The Cotswolds

energy efficient heat pumps, the property

This impressive, new five-bedroom property

is constructed using timber sourced

features a light, open plan living space with

from sustainably managed forests. All

high vaulted ceilings. Upon entering, there is an

properties within this gated development

exceptional view leading straight down to the

are also fully managed and maintained by

double French doors at the end of the property

Watermark’s onsite team and benefit from

overlooking the lake and its 1,647 square foot

24-hour security.

decking area. Another exceptional feature is the

£1.3m / €1.7m / $2.1m

master bedroom’s south facing private balcony

Watermark, The Cotswolds

which provides stunning views over the lake.

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The Oast House, Harrietsham,

in the double aspect roundel, dining room and

roundel with a ‘Jack and Jill’ bathroom, study

Maidstone, Kent

fitted kitchen with an Aga.

bedroom and double guest bedroom. There

French style, period oast forming a five-

The remainder of the ground floor is currently

is a further roundel bedroom on the second

bedroom family home of character. The ground

separated into part of an annexe with a sitting

floor. Externally, there is also access to a lower

floor comprises an entrance porch in the turret,

room/study and utility room. The master

ground floor study.

a double aspect living room with brick fireplace

bedroom is on the first floor and features an en

£1m / €1.27m / $1.6m

and cast iron wood burning stove, family room

suite bathroom, along with a bedroom in the

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Compton House, Wentworth, Surrey Formerly home to the King of Siam and a US F1 driver, this quintessential English country home is set in parklike gardens on the 'main island' of the Wentworth Estate. It includes five bedrooms, five bathrooms, five reception rooms, a triple garage, an annexe, coach house cottage and an indoor swimming pool complex with steam room and shower. ÂŁ6m / â‚Ź7.6m / $9.66m Barton Wyatt +44 (0)1344 843000 International Property & Travel

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couple of train journeys, taking just under an hour in total, will transport you from St Pancras Station, London to the picturesque cobbled streets of Rye in East Sussex. Here you can step back in time and experience the atmosphere of one of England’s oldest and loveliest inns, rebuilt in 1420 and with Norman cellars dating back to 1156.

The Mermaid Inn caters for those who appreciate tradition and charm, coupled with the requirements of a discerning modern guest. It has a wide range of accommodation including rooms with four-poster beds and fascinating secret passages. The lounge bar boasts of one of the largest open log fires in the country and its AA Rosette restaurant offers fine British and French cuisine using only the freshest local ingredients.

Well frequented by smugglers over the centuries and invaders from France, The Mermaid has also been frequented by artists from the stage and screen - Charlie Chaplin, Pierce Brosnan, Andy Garcia and Johnny Depp to name but a few.

Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother and Prince Edward have also visited and some guests even refuse to leave as apparently there are six resident ghosts!

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RENAISSANCE

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Jing Mian Xin Cheng Beijing, China

Jin Mian Xin Cheng, an eye-catching mixed-use development adjacent to Beijing’s Fourth Ring Road, was the winner of a ‘Best Office and Business Development’ accolade at the MIPIM Asia Awards 2013. The development consists of two office towers and a retail podium immediately adjacent to the road, with a protected public plaza to their rear. Given that the massing of the blocks was predicated and constrained by the sunlight requirements of a residential development to the north of the site, SPARK’s work focused on the detailed design of the façade and landscape.

The inspiration for the ‘pleated’ and ‘woven’ façade was drawn from the former presence of the textile market. Says SPARK Director Jan Felix Clostermann, “The pleating and weaving effects emerged from the visualisation of the facades as pieces of three-dimensional fabric rather than paper-thin curtain walls.” Pleats of perforated aluminium sheet establish a heavily textured façade for the retail podium, while angular ‘threads’ of glazing adhere to a weaving logic that slowly dissolves as it progresses upward. The ‘thickened’ facades perform a number of functions beyond enclosure. Firstly, they baffle the traffic noise of the ring road and offer a level of acoustic protection to the interior. The weave effect on the towers is thus concentrated at the lower levels, fading out with height. Secondly, in the case of the woven glazing, the façade engages with interior space by sculpting new habitable zones at the building’s edge.

Simulateously, the woven glazing establishes new opportunities for ventilation. Clostermann explains, “The weave allowed us to add small side

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openings for natural ventilation. In most of Beijing’s Grade A office developments, windows are very large, heavy, top-hung panels that are difficult to operate and prone to falling. Many building operators do not allow windows to be opened for this reason, yet air conditioning is usually switched off at 6pm and remains off on weekends. This is a problem for those who need to work beyond regular office hours.” Smaller, lighter, and much easier to use, Jin Mian Xin Cheng’s side windows are thus a practical and low-tech solution to a common problem.

The etremities of the ‘weave’ serve an additional function as easily accessed light boxes for night-time illumination of the building. In a similar vein, SPARK’s landscape design for the plaza establishes a habitable topography of folds on the horizontal plane. “The ground folds up to create seating, and to demarcate different zones in the plaza for different activities,” says Clostermann. This continuation of the theme in the landscape design assures a pedestrian experience as impactful as the visual experience of the passing motorist.

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High-end buyers and celebrities are drawn to Florida’s shimmering coastline, blue skies and all year round sunshine.

Ginetta Vedrickas investigates its appeal further

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Taking a shine

ashionable Miami is the jewel in Florida’s crown and a house here at Golden Beach recently broke records for the highest ever sales price locally. It was also in the top 10 prices ever paid in Miami. In keeping with its famed celebrity clientele, Ronald Tutor, former owner of Miramax Pictures, paid $22.5 million for an oceanfront home. Ralph Arias, from One Sotheby’s Realty was the happy agent who clinched the deal. “This is a really special home with over 11,000 square feet of living space and direct ocean frontage,” he explains. “I have dealt with many of the highest value sales in Miami, however this is certainly the best to date.”

But future sales may be just as bright for Mr Arias. One Sotheby’s Realty is also marketing Miami’s new skyscraper, One Thousand Museum, designed by prestigious architect Zaha Hadid. Famous for her soaring cities around the world, she has created a sculpted masterpiece, a 60 storey tower on coveted location Biscayne Boulevard. Founder and CEO of One Sotheby’s International Realty, Mayi De La Vega, says the building is a first for Miami. “It’s the first residential tower designed by an architect of Hadid’s international standing with the level of amenities this extraordinary building will provide. Iconic architecture, stunning skyline and ocean views, and close proximity to Miami’s finest cultural

quarter, will position One Thousand Museum as one of the world’s most coveted residential towers.”

Perfect timing

And the timing for high-end developments couldn’t be better. Joanna Leverett, head of international developments at Savills, says the current Miami market is going through a resurgence, with high demand from overseas buyers. “Prices are up 22% from their 2011 low with the prime market seeing the most activity. One Thousand Museum, when it is finished, will be comparable with the likes of One Hyde Park in London and One57 in New York,” she adds.

Vanessa Grout, president of CMC Real Estate agrees that the market is ‘incredibly active for the right projects’.

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One Thousand Museum, Miami Internationally renowned architect Zaha Hadid has achieved the perfect fusion of art, architecture and design with One Thousand Museum, Miami’s most prestigious new skyscraper. Overlooking Museum Park, it rises to 60 storeys to a dramatic, double-height amenity space at its crown. Inside the tower, distinct residential zones comprise duplex townhouses, half-floor residences, full-floor penthouses and a single duplex penthouse, within a secure, state-of-the-art environment.

Residences capitalise on the unrivalled views over Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean and expansive living and entertaining spaces all capture this panorama with oversized terraces. Offering a parking valet, doormen and concierges, One Thousand Museum provides a six-star hotel style service plus a wellness spa for residents opening on to the surrounding pool and recreation terraces.

From £2.5m / €3.2m / $4m One Sotheby’s Realty +1 855 663 6873

Currently selling the spectacular Brickell Flatiron which will have a pool, spa and gym on top of its 700-foot tower, she says that the striking development encapsulates the characteristic features that luxury buyers, mainly affluent South American although North American, European and Asian purchasers, are also highly represented, now demand. “No longer are views the important selling point. Buyers are much more focused on the actual location of the property, the shops, restaurants, grocery and real conveniences nearby. Construction quality is also crucial.”

Florida has long been a favourite for British buyers and Andrew Woolley, of foreign exchange specialists Moneycorp, explains why. “A mixture of sharing a common language, similar cultural makeup and great transport links, make the United States an attractive option for investing Brits. So far 2014 has been an interesting year for currency, exchange rate fluctuations have ranged from between 1.7190 to 1.5854 and Mr Woolley notices extensive new development now 64

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coming through to meet growing demand. “There are new construction projects underway and more property developers are buying land to meet the taste of overseas buyers. We’ve seen the number of Brazilian buyers increase in numbers over the past 12 months. We are also seeing a significant proportion of Canadian buyers looking south for a sunny winter retreat.”

On the right track

Florida’s improving infrastructure is also a draw. This year, the revolutionary SunRail train project launched to improve the state's accessibility, for commuters and tourists alike, and a proposed expansion to Orlando airport will surely further boost the Sunshine State’s appeal. Phillip Button, MD of property investment specialists Brookes & Co, believes it’s good news for buyers. “Florida has been going from strength to strength, with the Orlando area in particular registering impressive growth in terms of both the economy and house prices in recent times. Now, with the impact of the new SunRail, and its proposed major expansion in the pipeline, this is looking set to flourish further still,” he adds.

The market may be flourishing but some realtors report a worrying lack of stock. Downing-Frye Realty’s Steve Schoepfer says his inventory is down by 28%. “At the top of our market, inventories are now quite low.

This has resulted in a decrease in pending and closed sale activity.” He warns buyers seeking beachfront condos in the $2 to $3 million price range in Park Shore to come armed and ready with cash and a willingness to act fast. “Be prepared to make an offer as there are just a couple of listings.”

Mr Schoepfer’s listings are also breaking price barriers he warns, “A single family home in Port Royal was just listed for $68 million, this is the most expensive home ever listed for sale in Naples!”

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Barrington

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West Warwick

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Guilford, CT

Middletown

Newport

$8,859,000 Branford, CT

$7,350,000

Cotuit, Cape Cod

$6,950,000

Exceptional waterfront property. 2 beaches, dock, cabana, & dock house. “Narrows Island” peninsula with massive views of Long Island Sound & the Thimble Islands.

Protective cove & deep water mooring.

Thimble Islands. Potato Island private island oasis offering 3,871 sq ft of sheer perfection. Wrap around porch, 360 degree views, manicured grounds, heated pool, deep-water dock. 85 mi to NYC.

Lavish and visually stunning. The rare imported accents that adorn every room exhibit sophisticated taste. Breath taking views of the water and infinity pool fill every window. 7.6 private waterfront acres.

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Kinlin Grover Falmouth

Charlestown, RI

203.453.6511

$2,999,000 Mashpee, Cape Cod

203.453.6511

$2,795,000 Mystic, CT

508.548.6611

$1,950,000

Spectacular waterfront setting in Arnolda on Ninigret Pond. Charming, c1850 home on 3.5 prvt acres. Numerous updates.

Sweeping lawn to dock. Guest cottage w/ garage. Private assoc beach and tennis.

This Willowbend waterfront 6 br, 8 ba Contemporary features a private dock with deep-water access, pool area and landscaped grounds overlooking Shoestring Bay and minutes to golf club

Elegant home in private 3.3 acre setting on Mason’s Island, with panoramic marsh, river & sound views. 4500+ sq ft of superb quality construction. Spacious & open, 4 br, 3.5 ba, and a center island in kitchen.

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Casey Key, Osprey, Sarasota Private, gated and walled 2.5 acre plus estate including a sandy walking beach and protected yachting lagoon on the bay. It has been architect-designed to capture views from the Gulf of Mexico and Blackburn Bay and most rooms open to the water. The home welcomes guests with a circular drive and grand, double stairway with fountain. On entering it includes a living room with a stone fireplace, a bayfront billiard room with entertaining bar and mini-kitchen, a formal dining room and superb kitchen.

Upstairs there’s a spacious master suite with his and her’s baths, large closets and an adjacent office plus three additional bedroom suites. Elevator access for all levels, nine garages and a two storey covered terrace with fireplace and infinity pool complete the property’s many highlights. £10.5m / €13.3m / $16.9m Michael Saunders & Company +1 888 552 5228

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The Oceana Residences, Bal Harbour What was once the famous Bal Harbour Club will soon become the spectacular allnew Oceana Bal Harbour – a condominium development defined by complete flowthrough residences and unobstructed views of South Florida beaches, the Atlantic, Biscayne Bay, and city highlights like the Bal Harbour Shops.

The top three levels will feature four penthouses and three duplex upperpenthouses. All properties will have floor-toceiling windows and extra-deep balconies to frame manicured parks, marinas, picturesque sidewalk cafes, chic shops, and some of South Florida’s most gorgeous beaches.

From £1.24m / €1.58m / $2m Santidrian Real Estate +1 305 726 4312

Pumpkin Center, Cocoa Beach Built in 1975, this was the home of the late Al Neuharth founder of Florida Today and USA Today. With 200 square feet of direct ocean frontage, this family compound includes a 10,000+ square feet home with another 10,000 square feet of multi level oceanfront and roof top decks, a two-bedroom guest cottage, one-bedroom caretaker’s apartment, tennis and basketball court, pool and four-car garage. It even includes a tree house facing the ocean with a loft, running water and electricity.

The property’s architectural style features elaborate wood crafting and fireplaces made of coral, granite and marble. Most rooms have full glass doors and windows offering sweeping views of the ocean, while an open to the sky pool is in the centre of the home, complete with a spa. £3.1m / €3.9m / $5m Dale Sorensen Real Estate +1 321 723 9990 68

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The Glass House, Tampa Bay, St Petersburg After an extensive 18 month rebuild, The Glass House won several highly acclaimed design awards in 2014. Occupying the 34th-36th floors in downtown St Petersburg's iconic high-rise, Signature Place, The Glass House features custom craftsmanship, the most advanced technology and endless views of water, city and sky.

It includes a salon, dining and kitchen equipped with Subzero, Wolf and Miele appliances. The 12 foot ceilings and glass walls create a grand sense of space throughout the three levels, all accessible by private elevator or the white marble, glass and steel staircase. Black marble flooring continues on the second floor which includes a family room with wet bar and built-in office, guest bedroom and bathroom. A spectacular third level master suite features marble vanities, rain shower and soaking tub. ÂŁ1.6m / â‚Ź2m / $2.6m Smith & Associates +1 727 342 3800 International Property & Travel

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Windsor, Vero Beach A private residential community, Windsor spans 416 acres of lush barrier island between the Indian River and the Atlantic Ocean. It offers a selection of properties in a charming town setting including village, golf and oceanfront homes, cottages and country estates. These typically measure between 2,837 and 14,113 square feet and are in Anglo-Caribbean style. Houses are painted in a number of light hues and arranged around a courtyard or loggia, pool and garden.

The 18-hole championship links style golf course was designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr and is a masterpiece in traditional golf course architecture. There is a 400 yard long driving range and a 6,000 sq ft outdoor practice putting green. There are no tee times so members can walk up and play. Windsor also has a polo field, tennis courts, three restaurants, a clubhouse with its own art gallery, an equestrian centre, beach club and private access to the sea.

From £1.13m / €1.44m / $1.82m Abercrombie & Kent International Estates +44 (0)20 3667 7016

Villa Hilary, Miami Owned by businesswoman and star of the television series Dragon’s Den, Hilary Devey, this waterfront mansion is in a private gated community called Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club. It has eight bedrooms and eight bathrooms with 8,233 square feet of living area on a 21,208 square feet plot.

The property also comes with 100 feet of seawall and a separate grotto boat dock. There is a formal dining room and separate living room all looking out on to the gardens, chef’s kitchen, spacious family room and a sunken bar for entertainment and incredibly opulent interiors. The master suite includes a Gianni Versace styled bathroom, and a private customized lift to the upper floors. There is also swimming pool, summer kitchen and a covered terrace. £5.6m / €7m / $9m One Sotheby’s Realty +1 305 205 6639 70

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Regalia, Sunny Isles Beach, Miami This contemporary oceanfront condominium features balconies that change position slightly with every floor, undulating as if the building is moving like the ocean waves. Its all-exterior floor to ceiling glass walls also allow for breathtaking 360 degree unobstructed views.

Residences feature a separate service/ utility room with full bathroom and storage, private elevator galleries and a Crestron smart panel.

Amenities include an exclusive resident’s Turkish-style hamman spa with multiple treatment pools, indoor steam, sauna and rain shower experience rooms, private his and her’s lockers and changing rooms, tranquillity area with aromatherapy and chromatherapy and a state-ofthe-art fitness centre. A magnificent oceanfront entertainment room anchored by a chef’s kitchen includes individual unit temperature controlled wine storage lockers for each residence, a library with lounge and private terrace, a business centre and children’s activity room. The 24-hour, five-star international concierge will also coordinate all residents’ needs.

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The Ashjar collection of homes is a private community, sheltered by lush forests, set within a vivacious and exuberant district so that one is never too far away from the sparkling energy of social life.

Located only 10 minutes away from the Burj Khalifa, Downtown Dubai, Ashjar is part of the award winning Al Barari development.

In this vibrant district, local artists, entrepreneurs and designers can showcase their creations, and daily shopping is done in a floating market.

The locale is dotted with sumptuous dining venues and a creative hub where fashion couturiers, art studios and design labs are nestled.

The Ashjar collection totals 300 elegant apartments spread amongst 21 lowrise buildings arranged in small clusters of 3-5, sprawled over an impressive 107,870m2. Each is set into the natural tree canopy with landscaped gardens and beautiful skyline views.

Ashjar is segmented into 3 distinct categories: Introvert, Extrovert, and Cube. Each category is crafted differently, allowing buyers to choose a home that ideally suits their personality and lifestyle. The segments are separated by dense forested areas, creating secluded natural havens.

WINNER 2014

Ashjar at Al Barari recently won the Future Residential Project award at the Cityscape Awards 2014 in Dubai, UAE.

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stay Once the private winter estate of the William K. Vanderbilt family, Fisher Island is accessible only by auto-ferry, yacht or helicopter

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isher Island Hotel & Resort, within this highly luxurious, private residential island community, offers guests the ultimate exclusive vacation. An oasis of beauty, comfort and extraordinary style with a touch of old-world charm, the 216-acre resort features a private beach and beach club, nine-hole professional golf course, world-class tennis centre, marina, seven dining options, a full-service spa and 24-hour concierge.

Choose from one-of-a-kind villas, guest house suites and cottages near the Vanderbilt mansion. Extensive room amenities include European toiletries, plush bathrobes, turn down service, wireless Internet, flat screen televisions and complimentary golf carts, the preferred mode of island transport.

From ÂŁ556 / â‚Ź696 / $886 per night for two sharing

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La dolce vita

Italy is still a go-to destination when it comes to purchasing high-end property in a wide variety of locations and styles, discovers Lisa Burn

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Above: Villa Collalto, Florence (See page 83)

ood food, good wine, a laid-back attitude to life and an agreeable climate – is it any wonder Italy is so popular with overseas property buyers looking for an investment or a second home? It’s something the locals themselves discovered a long time ago, says Jelena Cvjetkovic, associate director at Savills International Residential. “Italians have traditionally loved holidaying 'at home' and own second homes – mainly in coastal areas – all over Italy.” Recent years have however seen a change, she adds. “At the top end Italian buyers have almost disappeared from the market, while there has been an influx of Russian, Scandinavian and in more recent times Asian buyers.”

Gemma Bruce of Aylesford International agrees. “All our clients are from overseas. Over the past few months we have dealt with a wide range of nationalities including, Americans, British, French, Swiss, Norwegian, German, Chinese, Russian, Ukrainian, Israeli, Indian, Singaporean and Indonesian.”

A report published earlier this year by real estate website GateAway.com certainly bears out the anecdotal evidence. It found that the highest proportion of property enquiries through its site for Italy came from overseas – from the UK, followed by the USA, France Germany and Belgium.

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today means a sure gain in a few years in the event of resale,” she explains, citing Tuscany and Florence as being particularly attractive.

“Florence is after Rome the second most visited and well-known city in Italy,” she continues.

“Living in Tuscany means having good weather from March to November. The cities are full of interesting museums and the countryside is full of castles and historical villages to visit.”

Enlisting the help of professionals familiar with specific countries is a given when making any big investment – and the Italian property market is no exception.

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lengthy process involving dealing with the Ministry of Culture,” explains Ms Bruce.

On the plus side however, there are advantages. “It is worth bearing in mind that there is no capital gains in Italy after five years of ownership and inheritance taxes are some of the lowest in Europe,” she says. It can pay to invest in a property, take on extensive renovation work and sit on it for a number of years, safe in the knowledge that the tax implications and liability are less than in the UK or on the continent.”

Where to buy

When searching for your dream home, or the perfect investment in Italy, then the central region is still a good bet. “The Tuscan countryside is always very popular, especially

towns like Montepulciano, Pienza and San Gimignano,” advises Ms Gisti. “The Chianti area is always very much in demand, as are locations on the coast. Demand is also growing for properties located in the hills not far from cities like Florence and Siena.”

Aylesford International is also seeing significant interest in traditionally popular places. “The luxury end of the property market in key areas of Italy has remained strong over the past couple of years,” says Ms Bruce.

“Interest is particularly keen in the areas of Florence and Siena, the wine growing areas of the Chianti, Montepulciano and Montalcino, Lucca, Monte Argentario, Lake Como, the Costa Smeralda in Sardinia and Rome.”

And it is not just houses that are attracting buyers, says Ms Gisti. “There is an increasing

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Florence Original features mix with contemporary design in this restored garden villa in Florence’s old town. Built in 1584, the house was originally the limonaia for a baroque villa and was traditionally used to store the villa’s lemon trees during the winter. Accommodation comprises the main house and a guest apartment with a total floor area of 321m2.

Extending across the ground, mezzanine and first floors, the property includes an open-plan kitchen diner, living room, study, cloakroom, four bedrooms and five bathrooms, including a master suite. French doors lead into the gardens from all ground floor rooms and a terrace has spectacular views of the surrounding area. The villa is equipped with cutting-edge home automation systems, including security and climate control, and many of the fixtures and fittings are bespoke. Parking for five cars is in the grounds. £3.1m / €3.9m / $5m Aylesford International +44(0) 20 7349 9772

requirement for commercial wineries, or villas with vineyards and olive groves, from people wanting to move to Tuscany and produce their own wine and oil.” Commercial ventures are popular with Asian and Russian buyers, says Ms Cvjetkovic. “Russians have purchased trophy assets, as well as vineyards and holiday homes on the Italian coast - Liguria and the Tuscan coast have been particularly popular, while at the ultra-high end, Sardinia is in the lead.”

Future perfect

So, where do you go if you’re looking for the next Italian idyll? As Ms Cvjetkovic points out, finding that elusive secret gem is not a certainty. “Italy is well discovered – it has been a travel destination since the Middle Ages with pilgrimages to Rome and therefore

finding up-and-coming areas is not easy.”

She recommends travelling south. “One area international buyers should take a look at is Sicily – it has some amazing baroque architecture and a great climate”.

For Fabrizio Vitellino, general manager and founder of Buy in Sicily, the island’s attraction lies in a combination of weather, culture and geography. “In Sicily we have sun, hospitality, history, food, the Etna Volcano, heritage Unesco locations and amazing views,” he enthuses. “Luxury properties in Sicily, in particular villas with direct access to the beach, are a very interesting investment because of the potential high rental return.” Popular areas currently and likely to remain so in the future include Ragusa, Modica, Taormina, Siracusa, Palermo and Modello, he adds.

According to Ms Bruce, “Up-and-coming destinations and places where viewers and potential buyers are showing strong interest are Le Marche, the Maremma area to the south of Tuscany and the rural areas of Lazio within easy reach of Rome.”

Ms Gisti believes the less well-known Tuscan towns of Arezzo and Lucca will become increasingly popular thanks to their high standard of amenities, public services and transport connections, coupled with a vibrant social scene. “They offer a very good quality of life and the charm of living in a small, historic town, but with many facilities like international schools, services, good hospitals, restaurants and entertainment.

They are also less touristy then the more popular areas.”

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Castello Reale, Chianti, Fiorentino Set in almost five acres of beautifully landscaped Italian gardens, vineyards and olive groves in the heart of the Chianti region, this castle dates back to the 1600s and features crenellated towers and a stone façade. Upstairs, the property has 10 bedrooms and eight bathrooms, including five en suite, while downstairs, highlights include an impressive living room with original antique fireplace.

The ground floor is completed by a study, kitchen and breakfast room, billiard room, cloakroom, laundry and dining room. French doors lead from the large dining room on to a loggia, perfect for entertaining or dining al fresco; a further loggia is next to the swimming pool, off the pool house and its kitchen. Castello Reale also comprises tennis courts, exercise facilities and a children’s playroom. £7.5m / €9.5m / $12m Precious Villas +39 055 685849

Tuscany Fully restored Tuscan farmhouse complete with a country house annexe for guests. The main farmhouse totals 375m2 of living space with a loggia while the 135m2 guest property includes a terrace.

The property also has about 60m2 of stabling that could be converted into additional living quarters with a terrace.

It also includes five hectares of land, of which one hectare is fenced for use as a paddock. There is an additional hectare of wooded area plus a walnut grove in the back of the property. £1.3m / €1.6m / $2m Tuscany Real Estate +39 0577 05 8368 80

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This castle can be defined as being one of the greatest in Florentine history. Set like a diamond on the slopes surrounding the city, its tower dominates the dome of Brunelleschi’s Cathedral with the Chianti mountains on either side.

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The fully restored castle covers 2,142m² plus a basement within a 2.52 hectare parklike setting.

Extensive renovation work has created a property which could be used either as a stunning boutique hotel with 26 suites or an impressive private mansion.

Highlights include a splendid caretaker’s lodge at the beginning of the private driveway, a swimming pool, two elevators and extensive car parking.

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Castello Dante, Stresa, Verbania Constructed in 1914 in the Liberty style, Castello Dante, close to Lake Maggiore, retains many of its original features, including mosaic floors in the hall. The ground floor features a large living/dining room, an office, kitchen and guest bathroom. On the first floor the master suite has two bathrooms, a large terrace and separate dressing room; two further bedrooms with en suites and terraces complete this level.

The second floor comprises a self-contained guest unit, with kitchenette, living room, terraces, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The third floor leads to the attic and tower with panoramic views of the lake and surrounding area. A fully equipped gym, bathroom and wine cellar are in the basement. £5.4m / €6.9m / $8.7m Francesco Papurello Luxury Real Estate +39 0323 32737

L’Abbadia, Siena, Tusany Many years of conscientious restoration work has brought L'Abbadia (The Abbey) back to its original splendour. It was founded by the Benedictine Order in 1031 and is an architectural gem, situated on a hill top dominating the village of Crete Senesi. The property consists of a building measuring about 1,625m2 on four levels, an internal cloister with brick arches and two wells, a bell tower and Romanesque church.

The living areas have been renovated to offer extremely comfortable spaces without modifying the building’s original historic structure. The property has an elevator which goes to all four floors and also a service lift which connects the pantry to the kitchen. Three hectares of land surround the property including a lake. £8.6m / €11m / $13.8m My Jewel +39 346 7292506 t: info@myjewel.mobi 82

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Villa Collalto, Florence Within its own grounds just 10 minutes from Florence old town and five minutes from the hillside town of Fiesole, this villa extends over five floors. It includes four reception rooms, two kitchens, a spa room with heated whirlpool tub, seven bedrooms and six bathrooms.

Original features of the 15th century building, including coffered ceilings, stone fireplaces, Italian sandstone stairs, antique terracotta flooring, and frescoes, have been carefully restored. The two hectares of grounds include olive groves, terraced gardens, fountains and a vine-covered pergola. A garden annexe offers a further four bedrooms and three bathrooms. ÂŁ5.3m / â‚Ź6.8m / $8.6m Aylesford International +44(0) 20 7349 9772

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Palazzo, Perugia, Umbria In addition to the palazzo, this property includes a farmhouse divided into two apartments, one with three bedrooms, the other with two; a large garage; offices and storage rooms. Outside, the grounds extend to 35 hectares and include gardens, a lake, vineyard, olive grove and farmland.

The palazzo itself features frescoes and parquet floors in many of its rooms. Downstairs, all rooms radiate off a central staircase and impressive entrance hall and include four reception rooms, a panelled library, dining room, kitchen and sunroom, which leads to a terrace overlooking the garden. Four bedrooms with en suites and terraces make up the first floor, while the second floor has two further bedroom suites and access to a threestorey tower. This includes a spiral staircase, seven bedrooms and two bathrooms. £8.3m / €10.5m / $13.3m Handsome Properties +44 (0)20 7467 5330

Lake Como Villa, Lombardy Ideal for sailing enthusiasts, this Art Nouveau villa on the edge of Lake Como includes private mooring for three or four boats as well as a buoy for larger vessels. Inside, the spacious living room leads out on to a terrace and gardens with panoramic views of the lake.

There is also a library with feature fireplace, large kitchen, dining room, study and cloakroom.

Upstairs are four bedrooms, each with en suite and private balcony. The basement houses a self-contained apartment, suitable for use as staff quarters, which leads out directly to the lake and moorings. Private parking for up to six cars is also in the grounds. £4.7m / €6m / $7.6m Abercrombie & Kent International Estates + 44 (0)20 3667 7016 84 86

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One of Italy's best-known properties, Villa d’Este is surrounded by 25 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens

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uilt in 1568 as the summer residence of Cardinal Tolomeo Gallio, Villa d’Este is on the banks of Lake Como, one of the most romantic lakes in the world. The favourite playground of an Empress, an English queen and aristocrats, it was transformed into a grand hotel in 1873. Since then it has been continuously renovated and updated, without sacrificing any of its old-world charm.

Villa d’Este comprises two beautiful palaces: The Cardinal building and Queen's Pavilion. The 152 rooms, equipped with every comfort, are all differently and elegantly furnished with antiques, paintings and vintage prints, silks, brocades, rare velvets and marble bathrooms. Terraces, balconies and large windows take in the magnificent views of Lake Como, along with Villa d’Este’s glorious park and gardens. The hotel’s legendary floating swimming pool sits directly on the lake, ensuring the most breathtaking views of the idyllic surroundings.

From £413 / €517 / $658 per night for two sharing

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Snow business The ever-increasing competition between ski resorts in prime destinations around the world means that those in search of a mountain property with all year round activities are even more spoilt for choice

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he old nursery rhyme chants, ‘The north wind doth blow and we shall have snow’ – and when this happens it makes a lot of winter sports’ lovers very happy. However, those in the ski resort business are also naturally keen to encourage custom throughout all four seasons.

Matthew Hodder-Williams, Associate, International Team at Knight Frank, comments, “Skiing has never been such big business – from the six-star hotels in Courchevel to the €400 million investment programme promised for the Chamonix Valley the biggest and brightest resorts have seen great changes over the last five years. Whilst Courchevel 1850 has been the domain of the super chalet for a number of years the Valley as a whole has not stood still, announcing a €100 million lift investment programme to further link its four villages encouraging new development in the lower villages of Courchevel 1650 and 1550 as well as a €20 million plus Aquatic Centre development.

“Chalets of over 20,000 square feet are not unheard of and compare strongly with villages such as Megeve and Verbier where the owners of the super chalets mix and enjoy

the skiing, restaurants and amenities of these established and popular resorts.

But we are seeing the luxury end of the chalet market expand into traditional ‘action’ destinations such as the Chamonix Valley where a new breed of chalet is being built; architecturally designed and of a size that would not be out of place on the Bellecote, the Sonalon or in the Jardin Alpin. Coupled with a promised €400 million plus investment, do not bet against seeing more super chalets spring up in these resorts – easily accessible to Geneva and all year round destinations.”

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THE SKI FACTOR Verbier is renowned as being one of the best resorts for advanced skiers, off-piste and après ski. Its stunning scenery offers skiers unlimited offpiste and great black runs. There is also a small snowpark with access to larger ones in nearby resorts.

Access to 400km of varied pistes, excellent sun and snow records and some year round skiing on the Mont Fort glacier also means that Verbier appeals to most levels of skier.

VERBIER, SWITZERLAND Completed in 2011, this elegant ski chalet has unparalleled views of the village below and the surrounding mountain ranges. Set over five floors, it has been architecturally designed using old wood in a traditional style. On entering, an impressive grand salon with feature stone fireplace and floor to ceiling windows opens out on to a wraparound balcony looking down over the resort of Verbier. A separate dining area and kitchen complete the ensemble.

The master bedroom suite is on the top floor and includes an en suite bathroom, walk in wardrobe and private balcony. The remaining bedrooms are on the first floor where five bedrooms with en suite facilities are accompanied by a separate one-bedroom apartment for staff or additional guests. All the bedrooms have balcony or terrace access. The ground floor houses an impressive pool and spa area as well as a cinema room. ÂŁ22.7m / â‚Ź29m / $36.8m Knight Frank International +44 (0)20 7629 8171 90

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COURCHEVEL 1850, FRANCE

steam room, relaxation area and shower and

This fully furnished apartment is just 50 metres from the ski piste

a private cinema

and features a large open living room with fireplace, dining area with

The apartment is one of three in a stunning

Courchevel is one the world's largest and most prestigious ski areas with 600 km of ski slopes - 13% are green trails, 39% blue, 38% red and 10% black runs - and 180 ski lifts. There are 25 mountain peaks accessible by the ski lift infrastructure including 10 peaks over 2,500m and four equipped glaciers.

There is guaranteed snow throughout the Three Valleys as 85% of the slopes are above 1,800 metres, which allows optimal snow conditions from early December to late April, and 2,100 snow cannons also equip half of the skiing area.

All lovers of winter sports will find something to please them: the beautiful cross country skiing tracks, 2 km sledge run, ice skating rink and the Olympic ski jump in Courchevel le Praz.

wrap around balcony and four huge French doors and windows and

chalet with a huge garage, heated driveway

a separate kitchen. The master suite is in its own wing with double

and parking spaces. The chalet has its own

£6.5m / €8.3m / $10.6m

French doors opening on to the balcony. There are three additional

large ski room with allotted storage and an

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en suite bedrooms, a private health spa with Jacuzzi, vaulted, stone

electric ski boot heating/drying system.

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THE SKI FACTOR The property is in the Moonlight Basin subdivision on the Big Sky ski area. Big Sky Resort gives access to more skiing than anywhere else in the United States. With a Big Sky Resort lift ticket, skiers can access 5,800 skiable acres and endless ways to navigate 4,350 feet of vertical drop. At 11,166 feet, Lone Peak appeals to every age and level of skier and boarder. Runs up to six miles long and glades and bowls covered in 400+ inches of annual snowfall make a day on the slopes something different for everyone.

BELZ CHATEAU, MADISON COUNTY, MONTANA, USA Spectacular ‘ski in, ski out’, four acre estate in the serene and tranquil Big Sky area within Gallatin National Park. The property has16,000 square feet of living space offering six luxurious bedrooms and bathrooms as well as a state-of-the-art cinema room, recreation room, large sauna and steam room, even a dog bath! £12.3m / €15.7m / $20m Quintessentially Estates +44 (0)207 201 0700 92

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THE SKI FACTOR Huntsman Springs has been named

by National Geographic as one of the top emerging ski towns in the US at the skirts of the Teton Mountains. The ski resort of Grand Targhee, just 12 miles out of Driggs, catches an average of 500 inches of snow each year – the most of any ski area in the North American Rockies. With its safe terrain, consistently uncrowded slopes, and plentiful precipitation, it might well be the ultimate place to learn powder skiing.

Just 42 miles from the world famous ski resort of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, Driggs is a less crowded, less expensive and more rustic ski town offering expansive scenic views. It has more than 2,000 acres, and 2,000 vertical feet of lift served terrain, and another 600 acres reserved for snow cat skiing on powder days only, thus guaranteeing perfect conditions.

Its ski school also offers specialised powder instruction.

Grand Targhee’s wide-open runs are perfect for intermediates, but the mellow 2.8 mile Teton Vista Traverse means that even beginners and young children can ride to the 9,862-foot summit to view the mighty Tetons. The ski resort of Jackson Hole is just 50 minutes away for an alternative and more challenging place to ski.

HUNTSMAN SPRINGS, DRIGGS, IDAHO, USA Homes currently for sale at this 1,350-acre resort and nature reserve include four to six-bedroom Mountain View Lodges overlooking the golf course and in the distance the Big Hole Mountains and Teton Mountain Range, including the mighty 11,000 ft Grand Teton.

Prices include all furniture and furnishings estimated to be worth approximately £180,000.

Other facilities at Huntsman Springs include an 18-hole golf course, a Wellness Centre with a stateof-the-art fitness facility, private fitness coaching, a two mile board walk across the wildlife reserve and wetlands, ponds for fishing, ice rink and restaurant.

Further phases will include a hotel, further restaurants, a large outdoor swimming pool, and shops.

Mountain View Lodges from £1m / €1.3m / $1.7 m £1.1m / €1.5m / $1.9m Savills +44 (0)20 7016 3740

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THE SKI FACTOR With an area covering some 824 square kilometres, Switzerland’s Jungfrau-Aletsch UNESCO World Heritage site contains nearly all of the Bernese High Alps as well as the most glaciated part of the mountain range.

At its heart lies the village of Grindelwald, surrounded by the imposing Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau rock massif and the Great Aletsch Glacier, perfect for active holidays throughout the year. Famous for mountaineering, the Eiger is the ultimate challenge for any mountain climber, while Iess brazen visitors can enjoy 150 kms of ski pistes linked to Wengen.

£2.6m / €3.3m / $4.2m Abercrombie & Kent International Estates + 44 (0)20 3667 7016

CHALET IM MAAD, GRINDELWALD, SWITZERLAND Location is everything and few chalets can boast such spectacular views as this property which looks directly at the Eiger’s notorious North Face. Constructed in 2009, it has 379m2 of contemporary interiors and is part of the award-winning Romantik Hotel Schweizerhof development. The chalet includes a range of hotel services and facilities such as concierge, wellness facilities with spa and pool, a restaurant and bar and VIP club.

With four double bedrooms, all en suite, ample storage, a games room with a full sized American pool table, open plan living room, dining room and kitchen and terraces, Chalet Im Maad is fully furnished with underground parking facilities.

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THE SKI FACTOR While ski-lifts and less demanding slopes are within walking distance or within the village of Adnet, there are many excellent skiing areas and resorts within a 20-30 minute drive. These include Flachau and Wagrain (Ski Amade), Abtenau, Werfenweng, Hochkoenig (Muehlbach), Maria Alm and Altenmarkt, all of which offer a wide range of ski slopes for every level of experience.

ADNET, SALZBURG, AUSTRIA On the edge of a high meadow, this villa has magnificent 360-degree views of the Salzburg mountains. Windows span the entire height of the rooms allowing the alpine landscape to merge with the interior. Featuring more than 600m2, this spacious property is partitioned into a private living and sleeping area and an area for guests.

The highlight of the private area is the living and dining room with a terrace overlooking the valley and mountains. The library and fitness room are found one split level above and on the ground floor is a swimming pool and sauna. Additional features include a wine cellar and a home office. The guest apartment includes a living room, kitchen, and two en suite bedrooms. ÂŁ4.7m / â‚Ź6m / $7.6m Christies International Real Estate +43 662 6585 110 e: leo.hohla@stiller-hohla.at 96

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THE SKI FACTOR Full of traditional Swiss charm, Arosa has been a ski destination for almost 100 years and continues to be frequented by celebrities and European royals looking for an Alpine haven. Arosa is set to become increasingly more popular as last season saw the opening of an impressive 1.7km ‘peak to peak’ cable car uniting the larger neighbouring resort of Lenzerheide with Arosa, making it now one of the largest linked ski areas in Switzerland with 225kms of piste skiing.

CHESA ARAUS, AROSA, SWITZERLAND Due for completion in 2016, this project offers the opportunity to invest in nine freehold, two and three-bedroom boutique apartments built to the highest specification. Membership in the Swiss Owners Collection also allows access to exclusive resort services (including a bespoke management service to assist with the day-to-day running of the property and renting out the apartments when not occupied).

Each apartment has spacious entertaining areas, open fireplaces, designer kitchens and breathtaking views over Arosa while communal specifications include a luxurious ‘boot room’ with an honesty bar, private gym and wellness area with sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi.

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PARK RESIDENCES, PONTRESINA, SWITZERLAND Formerly the Park Hotel, there are now 20 spacious apartments in this beautifully reconfigured and rejuvenated 19th century building. Being a managed property, residents can lock up and leave with peace of mind. Many of the apartments have already been taken, but a limited number of three and four-bedroom options remain. The accommodation is flexible, so more than one apartment can be combined to create even more living space, or add a studio for guests – the possibilities are endless.

From £1.2m / €1.5m / $1.9m Aylesford +44 (0)20 7349 9772

THE SKI FACTOR Pontresina has a rather more relaxed atmosphere than the glitter of its neighbour St Moritz, just five minutes away. It is also a quick shuttle hop from the main ski areas of Celerina and Diavolezza. Surrounded by the highest peaks of the Eastern Alps, and with an altitude of over 1800m, Pontresina enjoys the longest evening sun in the whole valley.

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MAISKOGEL CHALET, ZELL AM SEE, AUSTRIA

space on the top floor alongside a modern kitchen, dining area, large full width balcony, storage area

This large, custom-built chalet on the Maiskogel

and a choice of either a wine cellar or fourth en

mountain, just 30 metres from the piste, features four

suite bedroom. On the ground floor there are three

double en suite bedrooms, south-facing terraces and

further en suite bedrooms. There is also a spa area

incredible views of the Kitzsteinhorn glacier.

with sauna while two of the bedrooms have access

Built using traditional wood and stone sourced

to the vast 56m2 private south-facing terrace

predominantly from the local area, internal

complete with hot tub and spectacular views.

layouts can be customised depending on personal

£1.7m / €2.2m / $2.8m

requirements. Current plans allow for a large living

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Maiskogel Chalet is halfway between Zell am See and the Kitzsteinhorn glacier with a total of 138kms of piste and skiing to over 3,000 metres. The skiing season in Zell am See starts in early autumn and extends into early summer. On the Kitzsteinhorn glacier you can ski and snowboard on snow-covered slopes for 10 months of the year.

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THE SKI FACTOR It is possible to ski back to Chalet Lhotse from the Savoleyres ski area. Linked to Verbier by piste map and lift pass and the Four Vallées ski area, Savoleyres at 2,354 metres, although not as steep as Verbier, is often clearer on cloudy days. Its north-facing slopes ensure snow cover till the end of April and contain about 50 km of predominantly intermediate pistes.

CHALET LHOTSE, SONALON, VERBIER, SWITZERLAND Off-plan construction project for a 905m2 alpine property located in the highest part of Verbier. Fully south facing, the plot has continuous daytime sun exposure and overlooks the village. The chalet has four en suite bedrooms on the guest level and a master suite on the top floor. The large living and dining area with fireplace has partial coverage of an old, vaulted wooden roof structure and there is an underground garage, while different floors can be accessed with the internal lift.

A spa and pool floor has views of the opposite mountain range and its generous space allows for different layout options such as a built-in Jacuzzi, hamman, gym, massage room, play room and/or home cinema. £12.4m / €15.7m / $19.9m Aylesford International +44 (0) 20 7349 9772 International Property & Travel

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LES MONARQUES AT EDENARC 1800, LES ARCS, SAVOIE, FRANCE The first collection of apartments at Les Monarques features

space within the building, ski locker, indoor parking space and, for when renting their apartment, a locked cupboard for owners’ use only.

When not out on the slopes, making use of the

42 stylish one, two and three-bedroom apartments at

private ski school and ski rentals, residents can enjoy the

Edenarc 1800. Offering exceptionally luxurious ski in - ski

development’s state-of-the-art aqua centre with indoor and

out properties, the development is adjacent to a 27-hole golf outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, Turkish bath, Jacuzzis, course in Arcs 1800, one of the first French mega-resorts.

Everything, from the curtains and cushions right down

fitness room and on-site grocery shop. First completions are expected in 2016.

to a corkscrew, is included with the apartments, along with

£783,370 / €992,000 / $1.25m for a three-bed apartment

special touches such as dressing gowns and slippers.

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THE SKI FACTOR Located at an altitude of 1830 metres, Edenarc 1800 occupies an exceptional, sunny position overlooking Mont Blanc and in the heart of Paradiski, one of the Alps’ largest and most popular ski areas.

The high altitude provides residents with a longer ski season, with plenty of snow from early to late season.

A significant investment of €35million is being made into the area by Companie des Alpes along with the municipality of Bourg-SaintMaurice including a new cable car and chair lift just outside Edenarc 1800 linking it with the centre of Arc 1800 and two further lifts, due to open in December 2015. A new beginner’s slope, freestyle slope and luge run are also being created.

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PENTHOUSE NABACCO, ZERMATT, SWITZERLAND This superb apartment has a captivating view of the Matterhorn and the town of Zermatt from its perfectly central location. There’s a Nordic vibe to its interior design concept of wood panelling and clever joinery offers plenty of storage space. The rich old oak floors are contrasted with crisp white accents from the upholstery, walls and painted rafters.

In winter there’s a comforting glow from the look-through fireplace in between the large living/dining space and the fully equipped, modern kitchen. A spectacular staircase leads to the three en suite bedrooms, each with a private balcony. The apartment has its own private cellar and laundry room and is served by an internal lift. It also features a state-of -the-art digital entertainment system and satellite television. £7.1m / €9m / $11.4m Aylesford Alpine +44 (0)20 7349 9772

THE SKI FACTOR Although more about scenery than skiing, the Matterhorn remains an inspirational reminder of the 38 other 4,000 metre peaks that surround the valley, many of which can be skied, significantly extending the range of the 360km of pistes that make up the Zermatt-Cervinia ski domain.

Best for intermediate and advanced skiers, Zermatt's interconnected ski areas - Rothorn, Gornergrat, Matterhorn Glacier Paradise and Schwarzsee - are also connected by lift to the BreuilCervinia-Valtournenche ski area and to the Val d'Aosta. The longest ski run extends over a distance of 21 km and 2,279 vertical metres from the Klein Matterhorn down to Zermatt.

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and 25-foot vaulted ceilings with handcrafted Douglas Fir beams and trusses. Located on a private 1.1-acre estate lot, the residence combines a superb blend of recycled

Capturing the essence of the rugged American West

siding and native Colorado stone. Features include a

combined with Colorado mountain luxury, this stunning

gourmet kitchen with breakfast nook and fireplace, built-in

property is beside the Double Cabins’ ski trail and

barbecue and patio, two master suites, a master den,

includes a private 'ski hut' with bath.

home theatre, walk-in wine cellar, caretaker's residence,

Floor to ceiling windows frame the extraordinary

fully heated driveway and exterior hot tub.

mountain views and provide the interior with warmth and

£5.5m / €7m / $8.9m

light. The great room features a massive stone fireplace

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THE SKI FACTOR The town of Telluride is only about one square mile in size, with its nearest traffic light 37 miles away. Its picture-perfect, protected Victorian architecture is unassumingly hidden at 8,750 feet beneath the jagged and precipitous San Juan Mountains. A world-class ski resort, it also features internationally-renowned cultural festivals and events.

On the other side of the ski area and connected by the free 13-minute gondola ride, Mountain Village is Telluride’s younger sibling and a community all of its own at 9,545 feet. Incorporated as a town in 1995 and abutting the mountain’s ski runs and four lifts, Mountain Village is considered the true ski area base.

It’s also home to the Telluride Ski & Golf Company’s headquarters, the Telluride Golf Course, Telluride Ski & Snowboard School and most of the region’s large resort hotels.

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This season, the Kulm Hotel

St. Moritz will be celebrating

150 years since the birth of

winter tourism in Switzerland

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hen the summer season at the Kulm Hotel St Moritz ended 150 years’ ago the owner, Johannes Badrutt, made a bold bet. He promised the last departing summer guests of 1864 a free stay from December to the following spring if their winter holiday in St Moritz was not as sunny and as pleasant as it had been over the summer. Tanned and full of enthusiasm, the British guests returned home the following spring and spread the word about their fantastic mountain winter at (what was then called) the Hotel Engadiner Kulm.

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Previously, St. Moritz had only been a popular summer holiday destination: a place to which people, mainly British who comprised about 75% of the guests, flocked for relaxing spa and painting holidays. Badrutt, however, could see the potential to extend the holiday season through the winter and this he did with his wager, laying the foundations for the creation of Alpine winter tourism.

The Brits returned year after year and soon found ways to entertain themselves in the snow: sledding from the Kulm Hotel on to the frozen Lake St Moritz (leading to the creation of the

From approx £375 / €476 / $612 for two people sharing a double room on a half-board basis

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world-famous Cresta Run) and sliding down the mountain slopes on planks (the birth of downhill skiing).

Badrutt, a legend within the Swiss hotel industry, had always been something of a pioneer. The Hotel Engadiner Kulm had been the village’s first hotel, opening

in 1856, thereby laying the foundations for the Swiss luxury hotel industry in the Alps. Then, in 1878, he had the country’s first electric lighting installed in the hotel’s ballroom as a novelty.

Since the 19th century, the Kulm Hotel has changed considerably through

expansion and renovation but its fabulous location at the heart of St. Moritz with views over the lake remains the same. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, it has 173 rooms, five restaurants, the Kulm Spa St. Moritz (with a 20 metre indoor pool with underwater music, saunas, steam room, Jacuzzi, fully-equipped gym and treatment rooms, all with stunning views over Lake St. Moritz) and six conference rooms.

Entertainment and sports facilities include the 9-hole Kulm Golf Course St. Moritz, three tennis courts, a natural ice rink, a curling field and the Marmotta Club for children. The Kulm Hotel is also inextricably linked to the Cresta Run through the Sunny Bar, where tobogganing pilots have congregated for decades and its walls are lined with trophies and images of famous people who have hurled themselves down the infamous ice track.

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Christie’s International Real Estate is an invitation-only affiliate network composed of the world’s most proven and qualified real estate specialists in the luxury residential sector. We discover more about its illustrious history and future plans

Significant sales

In tandem with its exclusive Greenwich, CT, affiliate David Ogilvy & Associates, CIRE sold the 50-acre Copper Beech Farm in Greenwich, Connecticut, for $120 million in April 2014. At the time, this was the highest price ever for a single-family home in the United States. Copper Beech Farm was built in 1898 by the Lauder Greenway family, co-founders of U.S. Steel with Andrew Carnegie. ???

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“Leveraging our dynamic relationship with Christie’s allowed for a remarkable depth of international exposure to qualified potential buyers,” says Mr Conn. “Copper Beech Farm was promoted at auction houses around the world through video presentations, brochure galleries, magazine displays, interactive media exhibits, and a grand-scale window banner at Christie’s Rockefeller Center headquarters in New York.”

As for the UK, Giles Hannah, senior vice president at Christie’s International Real Estate in London, says, “In the last 10 years the UK real estate’s business has changed considerably. The UK and in particular London has become the number one property market in the world in which to own property.

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GREAT ESTATE AGENCIES OF THE WORLD

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ounded in London in 1766 by James Christie, Christie’s is the world’s largest and most exclusive fine art business - Christie’s International Real Estate (CIRE) is the luxury residential property arm. Dan Conn, its CEO, says, “Christie’s entered the real estate business in 1995 to respond to the property needs of its high-net-worth clients. The marketing of fine art and luxury Dan Conn, CEO of CIRE, properties proved to be a natural based in New York combination, resulting in the world’s preeminent luxury marketing platform driven by the passion and values of Christie’s and the local expertise of seasoned brokers.”

Today, CIRE has offices in London, New York, Hong Kong, Beverly Hills and Palm Beach and the network achieved a total sales volume of $106 billion in 2013. “Our network has 27,000 real estate professionals working in 140 affiliated brokerages across 46 countries,” explains Mr Conn, “offering collectors an even more extensive range of services at the top end of the market. As the only real estate network owned by a fine art auction house, this unique connection sets us apart from all other real estate competitors.

“Christie’s International Real Estate has always focused on marketing high-end properties on a global scale. As a global network, we have been well-positioned to satisfy shifting global demand whether that entailed changing geographical focus or the demand for new and/or different lifestyle amenities. Our technology, for example, has adapted to these changes with an “Almost every high net worth individual worldwide now has the appetite

increasing emphasis on lifestyles reflected in our website and marketing materials. We also have the ability to market to highnet-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals irrespective of where we are in the economic cycle.”

One notable example of CIRE’s response to the shifting emphasis on lifestyles was the launch of an innovative advisory service for buyers of international vineyards. “We brought together Christie’s fine wine experts with luxury property specialists from Christie’s International Real Estate to provide a consultative service to clients interested in the world’s most sought-after wine regions,” explains Mr Conn. “The programme was implemented to meet new demand from clients at Christie’s wine auctions, including auctions in Hong Kong and China. This is a service Christie’s and Christie’s International Real Estate are uniquely positioned to provide.

“We have also developed programs focused on sales at the high end of the luxury market, for which we provide customised marketing services. This includes our Bespoke and Signature marketing programs, in addition to our newly launched Development Project Marketing (DPM) service, through which we advise, launch and market the world’s most distinctive residential developments and resorts worldwide.

In each of these marketing programs, we are able to provide properties of great distinction with the expertise of – and exposure to Giles Hannah, senior vice president at CIRE in London – Christie’s auction house.”

Mr Conn concludes by stating that CIRE intends to remain the leader in

to live in London. Due to the exclusive nature of the business we are

the sales and marketing of luxury real estate around the world. “We have

unable to mention exact details but in London we recently concluded a

a dominant global network of the world’s most prestigious real estate

deal for a high net worth family setting a record price level per square feet

brokerages in 46 countries, and we plan to make sure we’re in every

in Holland Park for a villa.

important luxury real estate market. We will also continue to work closely

“These are the types of buyers and vendors that we advise and it is

with Christie’s auction house as it expands into critical markets, including

an exclusive client network in the industry. Christie’s International Real

Asia and the Middle East. Last year, we expanded with a new affiliation

Estate plans to grow market share further by being the leading service

in Singapore, and in the next few months we hope to announce a new

provider in the super prime market and enhancing our new development

affiliation in the Middle East. We are extremely optimistic about the growth

sales and consultancy business.”

of the luxury real estate market through the rest of 2014 and into 2015.”

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Since 2004, the team at Bishop Design LLC has developed an excellent and varied portfolio of Commercial, Hospitality, Retail and Residential design. In recent years, Bishop Design has received as many as twenty two prestigious Awards for their designs at the ‘Commercial Interior Design Awards’ and ‘International Property Awards’ and have proven time and again the company’s sustainability within the world of Interior Design.

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• Convenient transportation • Full exterior Utility • Green living environment-clean-security

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Estate Villa in Nurai, Abu Dhabi This luxurious house situated in Abu Dhabi has spectacular views of the Abu Dhabi skyline and each room takes maximum advantage of this.

The brief was simple, to create a “luxury family home “ on this wonderful island .

To cater to the needs of a large family we had to make sure that the furniture would not only be beautiful but also hard wearing.

We upholstered all the furniture downstairs in outdoor fabrics for ease of maintenance and practicality.

An amazing house in a stunning location!

etcetera living llc Villa 30 St 10 B, Jumeirah 1, Po Box 75307, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Phone: +971 43448868 Fax: +971 43446884 www.etceteraliving.com

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15th century farmhouse, 400 sqm & 1 acre landscaped garden with pool. Breath-taking bucolic views minutes away from Siena.

Unique original Tuscan architectural features, full of light, 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, ample living areas on all floors.

Ref: T-VCO-174. Guide price €1.6 million.

Phone: +39 0577 05 83 68 Email: TuscanyRealEstate13@gmail.com Website: www.TuscanyReal-Estate.com

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Galaxy Macau Galaxy Macau™ is the only authentic Asian five-star resort destination in Macau. It includes more than 2,200 rooms, suites and villas across 3 world-class hotels: Banyan Tree Macau, Hotel Okura Macau and Galaxy Hotel™. Facilities include the world’s largest skytop wave pool at 4,000 square meters and a 350-ton white sand beach, lush tropical gardens, Macau’s largest selection of Asian and international cuisines, exciting entertainment and much more.

Galaxy Macau, Cotai, Macau t: +853 2888 0888 e: groupsales@galaxymacau.com w: www.galaxymacau.com

48 luxury villas right on the beach or overlooking the lagoon, a bonanza of social and sports activities, including several restaurants offering another level of gastronomic experience. Contemporary design

by ADR s.r.o., intimate with Maldivian nuances.

Velaa Private Island P.O. Box 2071, Noonu Atoll, Republic of Maldives Tel: +960 6565 000, info@velaaprivateisland.com, www.velaaprivateisland.com

The Laguna Bali Emperors Palace, conveniently located alongside O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg, South Africa, is a sensational resort that combines the timeless classical elegance of Rome with eclectic Monte Carlo architecture, providing a world-class leisure and entertainment experience.

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Renowned for its beachfront location and infinite turquoise lagoons, The Laguna Bali offers 287 exquisite rooms including 10 pool villas, award-wining dining options and spa, complemented by indigenous Balinese hospitality with the 24-hour Butler service.

Kawasan Pariwisata Nusa Dua Lot N2 Nusa Dua, Bali, 80363 Indonesia t: +62 361 771 327 w: www.thelagunabali.com

Cappadocia Cave Resort & Spa

Region’s only Spa Hotel with cave-therapy rooms overlooking the magnificent and beautiful Red Valley. This unique location offers an uninterrupted panorama highlighted by mesmerizing sunrise and sunset vistas which have been described as “charming”, “amazing” and “epic”. Guests sleep in millennia-old caves and rock-cut rooms that bring the aura of the old settlements and the spirit of the ancient village back to life.

Tekelli Mah. Goreme Cad. Divanlı Sokak No: 83 50240 Uçhisar NEVŞEHİR / CAPPADOCIA / TÜRKİYE t: +90 384 219 31 94 e: reservation@ccr-hotels.com w: www.ccr-hotels.com

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1,608 LUXURIOUS GUEST ROOMS 9 INCREDIBLE RESTAURANTS AND 5 BARS AND LOUNGES SUBLIME SARAY SPA AND HEALTH CLUB OVER 8,000 SQM OF INDOOR AND OUTDOOR EVENT SPACE

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Treetops Executive Residences Experience Eco-Luxury Living for the body, mind and soul with 220 well-appointed serviced apartments equipped with a wide range of amenities and services to take care of daily, recreational and business needs.

Complement seamless hospitality with the epitome of a green living experience in the heart of Singapore City.

No.7 Orange Grove Road Singapore 258355 t: +(65) 6887 0088 f: +(65) 6887 0066 e: sales@treetops.com.sg w: www.treetops.com.sg

Viceroy Bali Crowning a secluded ridge above Bali’s Valley of the Kings in Ubud, Viceroy Bali is a luxurious 25-villa retreat for those seeking the exclusive, the exotic, and the elegant in all things. The resort offers attentive discreet service; five categories of expansive yet intimate villas, each with its own pool; and 5 star facilities such as an award winning restaurant, spa, gymnasium, onsite helipad, plus convenient access to the many wonders of the region.

Jln. Lanyahan, Br Nagi, Ubud, Bali 80571 Indonesia t: +(62) 361 971 777 e: resv@viceroybali.com w: www.viceroybali.com

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The St. Regis Bali Resort Located on Nusa Dua’s white sand beach, The St. Regis Bali Resort offers captivating Indian Ocean view, 123 elegant Suites and Villas, award-winning dining options and spa, elevated by the bespoke 24-hour Butler service.

Kawasan Pariwisata Nusa Dua Lot S6 Nusa Dua, Bali, 80363 Indonesia t: +62 361 8478 111 w: www.stregisbali.com

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Ibiza property management team Tel: +34 637 472 828 / +34 680 129 936

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International Property’s Leading International Agents & Developers are specially selected to represent the most outstanding companies in the business. Membership of this prestigious group is by invitation only and the number of members from each country is strictly limited so that our readers can be assured of consistently high standards.

The following directory will prove an invaluable source of information for home-buyers wishing to find the very best properties around the world.

BAHAMAS AGENT

Millars Court, East & Shirley Streets PO Box N-8164, Nassau, Bahamas t: +1 242 322 1041 m: +1 242 457 3562 f: +1 242 326 5642 e: Sales@HGChristie.com w: www.HGChristie.com

COSTA RICA DEVELOPER

t: +506 6050 3857 e: info@sarco-cr.com w: www.sarcoarchitects.com

DUBAI DEVELOPER

P.O.Box 502462, Dubai, UAE t: +971 4 364 2722 f: +971 4 367 8054 e: info@shaikh-holdings.com w: www.shaikh-holdings.com

FRANCE AGENT

Part of the Leggett Immobilier group with over 7000 properties for sale in France. t: +33 (0)5 53 60 84 88 e: ski@leggett.fr w: www.leggettski.com

HGCHRISTIE LTD

Beachfront Vacation Home, Eleuthera, Bahamas Elegant 6 bedroom, 4.5 bath beachfront estate on an acre of total privacy captures endless views. Perfect for island living or vacation getaways with income return.

SARCO ARCHITECTS

Sarco Architects is your premiere solution for luxury vacation home design in Costa Rica and Panama.

Specialized in managing projects for our exclusive foreign clientele, let us help you create your dream home in paradise, with all the quality and attention to detail you would expect from world-class homes.

SHAIKH HOLDINGS

On the Earth Course at Jumeirah Golf Estates, Sanctuary Falls is a collection of 96 resort-style villas set amidst lush golf vistas and inspiring lakes. Created by world renowned hotel and resort architects, landscape and interior designers, Sanctuary Falls villas brings to life a true ‘resort home’ experience.

LEGGETT ALPS

LEGGETT ALPS is the Alpine property sales specialist with over 500 stunning chalets, mountain hideaways and villas for sale with our 12 specialist agents on the ground in Courchevel, Meribel, Chamonix, St Martin de Belleville, Morzine, Les Gets, La Clusaz, Serre Chevalier, La Plagne, St Foy, Lac Leman, Lac d’Annecy, Pays de Gex.

BARBADOS AGENT

Holetown St. James, BB24016, Barbados t: +1 246 432 6930 f: +1 246 432 6919 e: info@realtorsrealestatesales.com w: www.realtorsrealestatesales.com

CYPRUS DEVELOPER

59 Amathoundos Ave. No 3 – Next to Four Seasons Hotel 4532 Limassol, Cyprus t: +357 25 431 018 f: +357 25 431 514 e: alexproperties@cytanet.com.cy w: www.apl-cyprus.com

EGYPT DEVELOPER

Nile City Towers, South Tower, 9th Floor, 2005A Corniche El Nil, Cairo – Egypt 11221 t: +2 02 2461 9966 f: +2 02 2461 9280 e: marketing.realestate@orascomhd.com w: www.orascomrealestate.com

GERMANY AGENT

Leipziger Platz 15 10117 Berlin, Germany t: +49 30 52 00 97 00 w: www.berlin-capital.com

REALTORS REAL ESTATE LIMITED

Specializes in Sales, Long Term Rentals, Valuations and Auctioneering. Our innovative team appreciates the unique challenges that arise when purchasing property in Barbados especially for overseas clients and can provide all the necessary information and support for the overseas purchaser.

APL ALEXANDER PROMOTIONS LTD

Developing exclusive homes with exceptional design and quality at competitive market prices. A balance of safety, cutting edge features, positive atmosphere and comfortable lifestyle for all customers. Each project is always based within unique residential areas with stunning views to the Mediterranean sea. This helps to keep the after sale market value high and ensure a good investment return.

ORASCOM HOTELS & DEVELOPMENT

Orascom Hotels & Development is a leading developer of fully integrated towns complete with hotels, real estate, golf courses and marinas. OHD is present in 7 countries in 3 continents with more than 16 destinations.

ZABEL IMMOBILIEN GMBH & CO. KG

Founded in the nineties, the company specializes in consulting the top developers in Germany in the development of high-end real estate in central Berlin.

Our expertise and market know-how allows us to provide a full service for our partners, from the identification of market potential to the planning and sale of the property.

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JORDAN DEVELOPER

P.O. Box 815321 Amman 11180, Jordan t: +w962 6 551 3071 f: +962 6 5561738 e: info@sarayaholdings.com w: www.sarayaholdings.com

MAURITIUS DEVELOPER

4th Floor – Ebene Skies Rue de L’Institut Ebene, Mauritius t: +230 404 2266 e: info@anahitaproperty.com w: www.anahitaproperty.com

SOUTH AFRICA AGENT

Monterey, 12-14 Klaassens Road, Bishopscourt, Cape Town, 7708 South Africa t: +27 (0) 21 710 1800 e: michelle.swindale@pamgolding.co.za w: www.pamgolding.co.za

SPAIN AGENT

t: +34 637 472 828 t: +34 680 129 936 e: info@hannahomes.es w: www.hannahomes.es

UK DEVELOPER

For further information please contact Simon Barry at Knight Frank: t: +44 20 7861 5499 e: Simon.Barry@knightfrank.com or Simon Hedley at Druce: t: +44 20 7935 6535 e: sh@druce.com

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SARAYA HOLDINGS

Saraya turns untapped locations and develops them into luxurious destinations complemented by exclusive services guaranteeing all customers an integrated, holistic and effortless experience from the minute they decide to escape to the second they return.

ANAHITA WORLD CLASS SANCTUARY

Anahita Property Sales is the real estate sales and marketing branch of Ciel Properties Ltd, the promoter and developer of Anahita World Class Sanctuary, a stunning domain located on the east coast of Mauritius and home to over 300 luxury villas and residences and residential freehold land and an Ernie Els-designed USGA golf course.

PAM GOLDING PROPERTIES

Pam Golding Properties is Southern Africa’s premier property group, providing the full spectrum of real estate services to local and global clients through a worldwide network of 300 offices and more than 2000 professional staff and agents.

HANNA HOMES

Hanna Homes is a Ibiza property management team that will fulfill all your needs. Our team of professionals of different nationalities will guide you in all you need to know concerning buying and selling real estate. We collaborate closely with other estate agents on the island, all over Spain as well as abroad, enabling us to bring you a better service.

RIDGEFORD PROPERTIES & MANHATTAN LOFT CORPORATION

Fitzrovia Apartments characterize the reinvention and rediscovery of an area of London which is the cool cousin of Mayfair with its artisan shops, independent art galleries and close proximity to Regent’s Park. The fabulous double height lobby and penthouses with the largest private terraces in W1 make this development by Ridgeford Properties and Manhattan Loft Corporation an ideal place for 21st century contemporary living.

MALTA AGENT

2, Paceville Avenue, St. Julians STJ 3109, Malta t: +(356) 2379 4794 / 2379 4128 f: +(356) 2137 3354 e: nbilocca@franksalt.com.mt w: www.franksalt.com.mt

SEYCHELLES DEVELOPER

Eden House, Eden Island, Seychelles t: +248 346 000 f: +248 346 666 e: info@edenisland.sc w: www.edenisland.sc

SPAIN AGENT

Paseo s´Alamera 11 E-07840 Santa Eulalia, Ibiza - Spain t: +34 971 33 93 05 m: +34 616 68 95 00 e: office@ghl-ibiza.com w: www.ghl-ibiza.com

UK AGENT

37 Davies Street, London W1Y 2SP t: +44 (0) 20 7629 7282 f: +44 (0) 20 7409 2359 e: london@struttandparker.com w: www.struttandparker.com

UK DEVELOPER

Selling Agents: Savills t: +44 (0)1202 492518 e: glong@savills.com w: www.savills.co.uk w: www.roxanconstruction.com

FRANK SALT (REAL ESTATE) LTD

We are Malta’s leading estate agency, (established in 1969), offering residential and commercial property for sale and to let, include an excellent selection of luxury properties.

Best Real Estate Agency European Property Award winner for 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2011.

EDEN ISLAND

Part of an archipelago of more than 116 picture perfect islands, Eden Island is only the beginning of a lifelong journey of exploration. It is an island adventure that should be lived. Make it your own.

GOULD HEINZ & LANG

Gould Heinz & Lang property consultants Ibiza is an owner run real estate agency which is specialized in luxury and off market properties.

Exclusive search mandates are our strength. We find the right property for you!

STRUTT & PARKER

Faircrouch - £4.7 million. A classic Georgian country house with parkland and cottages 8 Beds, 5 Receps, House, Period, Detached, Garden, Land, Rural, Village, Staff/SC Accomm, Swimming Pool, Tennis Court, Woodland, Fair decoration, 37 Acres.

ROXAN CONSTRUCTION

Spacious, contemporary style 1 & 2 bedroom apartments with direct access to Bournemouth’s Upper Gardens.

Located in one of Bournemouth’s premier locations, just minutes from the town centre and adjoining the tranquil Upper Gardens, Central Park is another outstanding building in the award winning portfolio of Southampton based developers Roxan Construction. 2 bed from £190,000, 1 bed from £160,000

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Announcing Europe’s Best Property Professionals…

With the revelation of our European award winners, we are now exactly half way through this year’s regional judging process. Over the following weeks our extensive panel of judges chaired by three active members of the UK’s House of Lords: Lord Caithness, Lord Best and Lord Courtown, will complete their search for companies excelling in flair, sustainability and innovation across the remaining regions.

Meeting all these important requirements, ‘St Nickolas’ by Vesper won Best Renovation/Redevelopment. Located in one of the oldest streets in Moscow, this superbly renovated 19th century house successfully combines cultural heritage with the style and comfort of contemporary life.

‘Stejarii Country Club’ in Bucharest by S.C. Medusa Hotel International was awarded Best Leisure Development. As Romania’s first country club to include a full range of sports facilities, event rooms and an international spa, it features a green roof and is in the heart of a forest.

The award for Best Residential Development went to ‘KÖY (The Village)’ in Istanbul

by Siyahkalem. The low-rise project with approximately 1,000 properties and a commercial village centre has been meticulously planned down to every single detail.

Many congratulations to these companies and all award winners listed within this publication. I would also like to take this opportunity to remind entrants that they are invited to take part in our forthcoming Property Summits in Dubai and again in London. Companies in related businesses as well as members of the public are also welcome to attend. Please visit our website www.propertyawards.net for dates, locations and how to register.

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2014-2015 International Property Awards Judges Chairmen Lord Best

The Earl of Caithness

The Earl of Courtown

Sir David Michells

Ian Aitch Architecture Journalist

David Graham Grahams Hi-Fi

Duncan Macarthur Hotel Solutions Partnership

Paul Scrivener MCM Architecture

Peter Anscombe Hotel Finance

Ian Graham Hotel Consultant

Steve Macfarlane Stonegres

Judith Baker Travel Writer & Editor

Susan Grossman Journalist

Felix Mara Editor of Architects Journal

Helen Shield Editor-in-Chief, International Property & Travel magazine

Xuelin Bates Chinese Property Consultant

Simon Hamilton Managing Director, Simon Hamilton & Associates Ltd

Julia Marozzi Bentley Motors

Judging Panel

Peter Bolton-King Group Director, RICS Doreen Boulding Founder, DMB Consultants Russell Bragg Bragg & Co Stephen Brownless Gaggenau Peter Bush CEO, New Swansea Bay Xavier Calloc’h Director, Yacht Investor John Cetra Architect, CetraRuddy Architecture Ian Chalk ORMS Architecture Matthew Clare Building Consultant Sean Cochrane Cochrane Design Andrew Cockburn Design Director, International Property Media Katrina Craig Hotel Development Consultant David Dalby Former CEO, RICS Johnny Dunford Global Commercial Director, RICS James Dunford-Wood Hotel Consultant Imtiaz Farookhi Former CEO, NHBC Fred Finn Guinness World Record holder for most travelled person Will Gibbs MD, KLC School of Design

Julia Hands Hotelier Michael Harris Editor, Golf Monthly Richard Hartshorn NHBC Sean Hatcher MCM Architecture Amanda Hills Hills Balfour PR Daniel Hopwood Architect John Hunter Tenhurst Ian Jenkins Director of Research, University of Applied Sciences, Switzerland Rebecca Johnson Consultant, Bloomberg Television Tom Jones Architect, Populous Mike Jordan Cornish Stairways International Jill Keene Editor, International Property & Travel magazine Dawn Kitchener Interior Designer Brian Lawrence Director, Brian Lawrence Ltd James Lawton Colefax & Fowler Paul Lewis Architect, Altham Lewis Architects Andrew Link Chief Operating Officer, Construction Industry Council

James Mattin Managing Partner, Bond Wolfe Dr William Maxwell Institute of Travel Tony Mcguirk Architect Guy Medd Chosen Group Luis Montfort Porcelanosa Christian Morris Consultant, Aukett Fitzroy Robinson Laura Nixey Aston Martin PR Simon Numphud AA Hotel Services

Janine Stone Interior Designer Patrick Story Design Director, Casa Forma Gary Strong RICS Technical Standards Mark Taylor Interior Designer Paul Taylor Residential Faculty, RICS Sue Timney President, BIDA Tricia Topping Director, Carlyle Consultants Steve Turek Assistant Commissioner, London Fire Brigade Jo Vickers JV Public Relations

Helen Oldfield Founder, Affinity PR

Anthony Walker Deputy Director, Property Team, Education Funding Agency

Andrew Panting Director of Operations, British Property Federation

Nick Watson Daily Telegraph

Edward Park Park Designed Penny Patterson Interior Designer Stephen Rees Coutts Banking Real Estate Renuka Reins Fueng Shui expert David Reynolds Project Management & Quantity Surveyor, and Board Member, RICS Philippe Rossiter Former CEO, Institute of Hospitality

Eleanor Weaver Cochrane Design Gillian Wheatcroft PR Marketing Belen White Cochrane Design Stuart Wilsdon Wilsdon Design Associates Gail Wright Commercial Manager, Miele Benedict Zucchi Architect, BDP

Nancy Ruddy Architect, CetraRuddy Architecture Patrick Sanigar Architect, Space Shuffle

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Sector Sponsors

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BEST OFFICE INTERIOR EUROPE Port Plaza Moscow by Olga Glazunova Interiors (Art Impress Ltd.)

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BEST HOTEL INTERIOR EUROPE Hotel Tobaco by EC-5 Architects

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BEST MIXED-USE ARCHITECTURE EUROPE Esas Aeropark by Tabanlıog¯lu Architects

16 European Property Awards

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BEST APARTMENT EUROPE The Penthouse at Opera by Askanis Group of Companies

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BEST PROPERTY SINGLE UNIT EUROPE New Aloes by Fairhomes Group

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Turkey

BEST COMMERCIAL HIGH-RISE DEVELOPMENT EUROPE IstanbulMarin

by Dap Yapi

IstanbulMarin

 BEST COMMERCIAL HIGH-RISE DEVELOPMENT TURKEY IstanbulMarin

by Dap Yapi

HIGHLY COMMENDED LEISURE ARCHITECTURE TURKEY IstanbulMarin

by Dap Yapi

HIGHLY COMMENDED MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT TURKEY IstanbulMarin

by Dap Yapi

HIGHLY COMMENDED DEVELOPMENT MARKETING TURKEY IstanbulMarin

by Dap Yapi

IstanbulMarin

Dap Yapi is a highly progressive

and a fabulous sea view. At the lower

developer with a vision to create new

parts of the apartment blocks there

living spaces that will make it a leader

will be a shopping centre comprising

not only in Turkey but also across the

258 independent units featuring

world. The company has been successful

internationally known brands. There will

with a large number of award-winning

even be a private hospital as well as a

developments covering a broad

private school built within the 62,000m²

spectrum of functions and designs.

project for the health and convenience of

IstanbulMarin is in a prime location by the beach at Kartal in Istanbul and

residents and their children.

A marina with a capacity for 500

introduces a completely new concept

yachts will enable access for mega

in mixed-use developments. Before

yachts, while sea taxis, sea-planes and

starting the project, Dap Construction,

a heliport will provide fast intercity

a subsidiary of Dap Yapi, analysed all

transport. A high-speed rail line within

the weaknesses and deficiencies of

walking distance of Istmarin adds further

existing housing projects in Turkey to

investment value to this impressive,

create a unique solution. IstanbulMarin’s

lifestyle-oriented development. Offering

most important characteristic is its

a modern, safe and comfortable

architecture which pushes the limits of

environment similar to a five-star hotel,

the country’s construction sector and

Istmarin presents a new housing model

brings a completely new dimension to

far from the stress of the city.

aesthetic values.

The project will include 1,463

Dap Adam Tower is a residential high-rise project in Maltepe, an area

properties in five blocks, ranging from

inside Istanbul overlooking the Marmara

studios to 5+1 apartments, all designed

Sea and Prince Islands. Designed featuring

so that each one has its own terrace

a previously unseen concept, Dap Adam

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Adam Tower

Vazo (Vase) Towers

BEST COMMERCIAL HIGH-RISE ARCHITECTURE EUROPE Adam Tower

by Dap Yapi

 BEST COMMERCIAL HIGH-RISE ARCHITECTURE TURKEY Adam Tower

by Dap Yapi Vazo (Vase) Towers

Tower’s facades and striking architecture

ancient art of the Hittite civilization. The

form a strong identity and provide

reliefs and frescoes from this period

comfortable indoor spaces bathed in

date back thousands of years and

natural daylight. The tower consists of

represent one of the most important

two basement floors, a ground floor, 27

civilizations established in the Anatolia.

upper floors and a penthouse. Housing

Hittites was considered the founder

353 units including 125 home-offices,

of monumental architecture and so

155 studios, 71 apartments, a café and

Dap Yapi has modernized this ancient

restaurant, this project will change the

tradition by taking the Inandik Vase, one

surrounding environment and set a new

of the most important objects of Hittite

benchmark for future developments of

art and transforming its shape into a

this type.

building. Reflecting the past while creating

Balcony-like terraces add a pleasing

a landmark project for the future, Dap

aesthetic in front of each office on

Vazo Towers is a high quality project

the first floor while a parking lot has a

with contemporary interiors that are as

capacity for 145 vehicles. Home office

stunning as its exterior façade.

floors have meeting rooms and floor

COMMERCIAL HIGH-RISE DEVELOPMENT TURKEY Adam Tower

by Dap Yapi

HIGHLY COMMENDED COMMERCIAL HIGH-RISE DEVELOPMENT TURKEY Vazo (Vase) Towers

by Dap Yapi

Dap Valley is an inspiring office

assistants as additional amenities. Other

complex in the heart of Caglayan city.

important aspects of the project are a

Featuring horizontal architecture as

large outdoor swimming pool, a spacious

opposed to high-rise, the development

sun terrace, an attractive landscaped area

offers an opportunity for entrepreneurs

of 4,000m² and the benefit of a 24-hour

to work from a futuristic office

security service.

environment. One of its buildings, Dap

Dap Vazo Towers, a commercial

HIGHLY COMMENDED

Bumerang Office is inspired by the shape

high-rise development in Dragos, Istanbul,

of a bumerang and features the novel use

has an exterior design inspired by the

of boutique architecture. By incorporating European Property Awards 21

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BEST PUBLIC SERVICES DEVELOPMENT EUROPE Dap Valley

by Dap Yapi

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Bumerang - Dap Valley

BEST PUBLIC SERVICES DEVELOPMENT TURKEY Dap Valley

by Dap Yapi

Dap Valley Z-Ofis

HIGHLY COMMENDED OFFICE DEVELOPMENT TURKEY Dap Valley

by Dap Yapi

Dap Valley

soft forms rather than sharp edges, this

landscape architecture. By softening the

has created gently flowing, spacious and

sharp corners of the letter ‘Z’, an open

open spaces.

HIGHLY COMMENDED OFFICE ARCHITECTURE TURKEY Bumerang

by Dap Yapi

Panoramic glass façades extend

and spacious area has been created.

Its extensive landscaping transforms

from the ceiling to floor in all office

the building into a project that is not

levels providing bright and spacious

simply focused on business use but

areas for users while also enriching the

also places great emphasis on lifestyle.

project’s unique architectural façade.

By reinventing the conventional concept

Responding to the different demands

of an office complex, Dap Yapi has

and needs of daily business life, Dap

created an attractive and inspiring

Valley has been designed to include

working environment where the

such facilities as a hairdresser, grocery

well-being of employees and the

store, pharmacy and bank for the

profitability of their employers are given

convenience of office workers as well

paramount importance.

as an Office Management System.

Dap Burgu Towers in Maltepe is

Services are provided by VIP assistants

another superb new hotel project by

funded by the complex under this

Dap Yapi. It involves twin towers rising up

system include answering incoming calls

from inside a 900m² lake and connected

with individual company names, receiving

by a 450m² indoor swimming pool. On

mail, arranging appointments, greeting

entering the lobby, guests are greeted by

visitors, serving hot drinks, cleaning

a fresh and exciting concept of luxury

offices, reserving tables at restaurants

with novel interior design complementing

and booking plane tickets.

its striking, ‘twisting’ glass façade.

Another equally impressive office

Comprising 246 apartments which can

building within Dap Valley is the famous

be leased on a weekly, monthly or yearly

Z-Ofis which features attractive

basis through a professional management

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Dap Burgu Towers

 BEST NEW HOTEL CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN TURKEY Burgu (Twist) Tower

by Dap Yapi

HIGHLY COMMENDED

Maltepe Royal Centre

TangoTower

system, Dap Burgu Towers offers hotel

employees will feel privileged to spend

services of the highest quality.

their working life.

Maltepe Royal Centre is a

Dap Tango Tower, a new hotel

commercial renovation project in

construction and design project for

Maltepe with excellent land, sea and

Istanbul, is inspired by the dance from

air transport connections due to being

which it takes its name. The Tango has

conveniently close to the airport, TEM

a deep rhythm, perfect harmony and

connection roads and the subway.

endless emotions conveyed by its male

Designed to offer much more than

and female dancers and this is reflected

just office space, the project includes

in the architectural design of these twin

a fitness centre, tennis and basketball

towers. Rising in an integrated form, their

courts, walking/lounging areas and a

overall unity means that they cannot be

spa. Extending from ground zero to the

distinguished from one another, just as

E-5 highway, Dap Head Office enables

a pair of interlocked dancers. First class

employees to experience its superb

services include 5-star hotel facilities and

location to the full with superb city

a host of leisure amenities ensure that

views. Cutting-edge architecture and

the occupants of Dap Tango Towers enjoy

technology make this a building in which

a lifestyle that is second to none.

COMMERCIAL RENOVATION / REDEVELOPMENT TURKEY Maltepe Royal Centre

by Dap Yapi

HIGHLY COMMENDED NEW HOTEL CONSTRUCTION & DESIGN TURKEY TangoTower

by Dap Yapi

Dap Yapi Altayçes¸me Mah. Samanyolu sokak 34834, No:16 B blok, Maltepe, Istanbul, Turkey t: +90 216 500 49 00 f: +90 216 500 49 98 e: info@dapyapi.com.tr w: www.dapyapi.com.tr European Property Awards 23

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BEST RESIDENTIAL HIGH-RISE ARCHITECTURE EUROPE Iconova

by Sireci Acarsan Insaat Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S.

 BEST RESIDENTIAL HIGH-RISE ARCHITECTURE TURKEY Iconova

by Sireci Acarsan Insaat Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S. Iconova with its iconic architectural

This public housing project includes

design creates a new residential

570 residential units which have been

concept and also reshapes the

specifically designed to accommodate

silhouette of Gaziantep, a rapidly

large families.

developing city in southern Turkey.

All residences have been designed

Developed by Sireci Group & Acarsan

to meet the needs of modern life

Holding, the project features fluid

with innovatively designed interiors

lines which not only look aesthetically

featuring exciting lines and functional

attractive but also resemble the

details. Throughout the development,

continuity of life. Capturing the very

great emphasis is placed on high quality

essence of the rhythm of life, Iconova’s

finishes, fixtures and fittings. Home

modern architecture, combined with

automation systems include centralized

a unique location at the heart of city,

control of lighting, heating, ventilation and

offers its residents the ultimate in

air conditioning, appliances and security

comfort with all the convenience of

locks. These state-of-the-art systems

city living.

provide the ultimate in both convenience

A green oasis of peace and calm, the project occupies 52,900 square feet

and comfort as well as heightening energy efficiency and security.

of prime land. It also includes 256,000

The developer’s aim is to

square feet of closed construction area

bring residents every comfort and

with social areas, children’s playgrounds,

contemporary convenience within

recreational and sports areas where

Iconova. While being committed to

shared amenities can be enjoyed. Iconova

providing a unique aesthetic design and

consists of 10 blocks of which seven are

a safe structure, Sireci Group & Acarsan

main blocks and three are connection

Holding were careful not to ignore the

blocks within four main buildings.

need to offer housing of different sizes for

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HIGHLY COMMENDED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT TURKEY Iconova

by Sireci Acarsan Insaat Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S.

varying residential requirements. Besides

areas at Iconova to meet all residents’

different types of 3 +1, 4 +1, 5 +1 and

daily needs. Again, this has been

6 +1 bedroom and bathroom floor

planned to make the residents’ lives

plan solutions, ground floor and tower

as easy as possible by going beyond

duplexes plus top four-floor penthouses,

the realms of conventional residential

there is a vast range of choice.

developments. Although the commercial

Iconova also offers a wealth of

shopping area is independent from the

specially designed social areas. These

residential section of the development,

include indoor and outdoor sports fields;

it is conveniently close and accessed

playgrounds; a boutique cinema; Turkish

via attractive walkways, many crossing

hamams; a yoga centre; male/female/mixed

the site’s attractive, man-made lake.

fitness centres and three semi-Olympic

The trade centre has everything from a

swimming pools; fin hamams; massage

kindergarten to 23 different commercial

centres, indoor children’s entertainment

units complete with their required

halls; male/female spas; a mini golf course;

storage, road circulation and indoor/

landscaped areas; bike trails and walking

outdoor car parks.

paths. Provision for residents’ and guests’

Overall, Iconova offers a unique

vehicles is made via indoor car parking as

quality of life and is destined to become

well as outdoor garages.

an icon for future residential and

Sireci Group & Acarsan Holding have also designed the commercial

commercial developments within the exciting and vibrant city of Gaziantep.

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Germany & Russia INTERIOR DESIGN

BEST INTERIOR DESIGN APARTMENT EUROPE Between Sky and Earth

by Architect Nana Hernandez Getashvili NG Galaxy Holding GmbH

Villa in the Shades of Secular Trees

 BEST INTERIOR DESIGN APARTMENT RUSSIA Between Sky and Earth

by Architect Nana Hernandez Getashvili NG Galaxy Holding GmbH

HIGHLY COMMENDED INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE GERMANY Villa in the Shades of Secular Trees

by Architect Nana Hernandez Getashvili NG Galaxy Holding GmbH

The renowned international architect

important part of the owner’s life and

and designer, Nana Hernandez

so 350m² has been designed as gym and

Getashvili, has achieved awards for

swimming pool areas, while a further

two of her latest projects. She was

300m² has been designated as daytime

commissioned to redesign an old

recreation and reception areas. The

mansion in one of Germany’s oldest

remaining space has created rest and

cities; the brief being to create a

relaxation areas including bedrooms,

comfortable home for family living as

bathrooms and dressing rooms.

well as entertaining guests.

Immersed in the shade of secular

Selected by the architect and approved by the owner, a ‘fusion’ style

trees and surrounded by the peace and

was adopted to combine several different

tranquillity of parks and vast areas for

facets of classic design and meet all

playing golf, the villa should have proved

requirements. The client had the idea

a quiet oasis. However, contrary to this,

of the interiors appearing as a ‘bright

its existing lay out and design featuring

splash’ and so the whole of interior

old wooden ceilings and a general lack

design features gold, claret, cognac and

of colour and light failed to achieve

black. This ensures that the home always

the ambience the owner wished the

exudes a festive mood, even on the

property to radiate.

many cloudy days encountered by

The transformation of the property involved the removal of the dark

Northern Germany.

The second award-winning project

wooden ceilings and different design

from Nana Hernandez Getashvili is the

configurations throughout various

apartment named ‘Between Sky and

elements of the building’s approximate

Earth’ in Moscow. It is located on the attic

1,300m² of living space. Sport is an

floor of a luxurious residential complex

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INTERIOR DESIGN

BEST INTERIOR DESIGN APARTMENT EUROPE Between Sky and Earth

by Architect Nana Hernandez Getashvili NG Galaxy Holding GmbH

Between Sky and Earth

 BEST INTERIOR DESIGN APARTMENT RUSSIA Between Sky and Earth

by Architect Nana Hernandez Getashvili NG Galaxy Holding GmbH right on the banks of the Moscow River

While the apartment has been

with stunning views from its extensive

designed as a grand, open space, it was

windows and 3,000m² roof garden.

nevertheless vital to consider the division

However, due to the large size of the

of areas for reception, hosting guests,

apartment (which covers almost 1,000m²)

personal space and studio. Three zones

and despite the perimeter glazing, its

were created for business meetings; three

central area away from the windows

bedroom blocks including the master

received very little sunlight. Therefore,

suite, guest suite and children’s suite;

the architect took the important decision

and a studio. A convenient, comfortable

to design a glass dome in the central

and creative space has been formed

zone of the apartment. By partially

for social events and everyday living. An

dismantling the roof, it was possible to

elegant combination of Art Deco and

create not only a grand and convenient

contemporary styles using only the most

entry to the apartment but also to

exclusive and custom-made interior

enhance it with natural light. This has

elements and materials has resulted in

enlarged the whole space visually due to

stylistic solutions that meet the client’s

its increased central height.

taste and ambitions.

HIGHLY COMMENDED INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE GERMANY Villa in the Shades of Secular Trees

by Architect Nana Hernandez Getashvili NG Galaxy Holding GmbH

NG Galaxy Holding GmbH Osterdeich 27, 28203 Bremen, Germany t: 49 171 528 6224 e: ng@nggalaxy.de w: www.nggalaxy.de European Property Awards 27

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Turkey A RC H I T E C T U R E

HIGHLY COMMENDED PUBLIC SERVICE ARCHITECTURE TURKEY Bursa Metropolitan Stadium

by Sozuneri Architectural Studio

Bursa Metropolitan Stadium

Bursa Metropolitan Stadium

Bursa Metropolitan Stadium

Sozuneri Architecture was established

Green Crocodiles). Due to a crocodile

in 1982 by the master architect Hasan

being the football club’s logo, this led to

Sozuneri and specializes in both national

the innovative design team adapting the

and international projects. The main

shape of the stadium which is the football

aspects of the architectural practice

club’s home into the form of a crocodile.

include tourism, health, industry, sports,

The main materials used in its

office buildings, residential housing

construction are curtain wall, PTFE

and urban design. The company has

membrane and exposed concrete.

presented two award-winning projects,

Cable net façade is used at the steel

both in Bursa, a large city in Turkey,

crocodile’s head, while crosswise

located within the Marmara region of

vertical construction symbolizes the

northwestern Anatolia.

teeth. Sozuneri Architects has ensured

Bursa Metropolitan Municipality

that Bursa Metropolitan Stadium is

is the owner of the Stadium which

eco-friendly by incorporating a

accommodates a total of 43,563

number of important energy saving

spectators and is built to comply with all

and sustainable features. As well as

UEFA, Green Goal and Turkish Football

being a part of the landscape design,

Federation standards. Bursaspor is a

photovoltaic panels provide electricity

professional Turkish football club located

for the stadium’s lighting units. Rainwater

in the city of Bursa. The club has been

is also collected from the 41,400m² roof

nicknamed Yesil Beyazlilar (the Green-

and is saved for watering the pitch and

Whites) and also Yesil Timsahlar (the

the surrounding landscape.

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A RC H I T E C T U R E

BEST PUBLIC SERVICE ARCHITECTURE EUROPE Bursa Court House Campus

by Sozuneri Architectural Studio Bursa Court House Campus

 BEST PUBLIC SERVICE ARCHITECTURE TURKEY Bursa Court House Campus

by Sozuneri Architectural Studio

Bursa Court House Campus

Bursa Court House Campus

The second award-winning development

and finish of the structure. Panels forming

was born out of Bursa’s high rate of

the façade form a play of light which

urban growth. This created the need for

contributes greatly to the silhouette of

a more complex courthouse than the

the region.

existing structure. By considering the

Once again, Sozuneri Architects

population growth anticipated over the

has given careful consideration to the

next 50 years, the Ministry of Justice

sustainability and eco-awareness of

prepared a list of requirements for a

the Bursa Court House project. The

new courthouse complex to be built.

curtain wall façade allows a maximum

Although these requirements

amount of natural light into the buildings

shaped Bursa Court House Campus

which results in less need for artificial

into a complex of tall, 28 storey, modern

lighting and symbolises the transparency

buildings, a recreation centre with historical

of justice in Turkey. Photovoltaic panels

and local architectural elements reflects

on the roof provide electricity for the

the city’s character. The major principle

complex while a heat pump used on the

of its design concept was to specify

floors provides some of the heating and

main functions. Instead of ‘monobloc’

cooling needs. The use of a trigeneration

architecture, a campus has been formed

system also provides increased energy

with each building having its own function.

efficiency. Last but not least, a substantial

Baris Mah Yavuz Sk,

Service providers and service recipients

amount of rainwater collected from the

Platin Evleri A Blok,

have their own separated traffic. Curtain

27,000m² roof is saved for watering the

Nilufer Bursa,

wall and porcelain ceramic slab are the

attractive landscaping that surrounds

main materials used in the appearance

the complex.

Sozuneri Architecture

Turkey t: +90 224 453 53 21 f: +90 224 453 53 23 e: sozuneri@gmail.com w: www.sozuneri.com European Property Awards 29

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Turkey

BEST OFFICE ARCHITECTURE EUROPE Seba Office Boulevard

by Koray Yavuzer Mimarlik

Seba Office Boulevard

 BEST OFFICE ARCHITECTURE TURKEY Seba Office Boulevard

by Koray Yavuzer Mimarlik

 BEST INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE TURKEY Istinye House

by Koray Yavuzer Mimarlik

 BEST ARCHITECTURE MULTIPLE RESIDENCE TURKEY Lotus Residences

by Koray Yavuzer Mimarlik

Seba Office Boulevard

Seba Office Boulevard

The award-winning Istanbul based

around a radial axis, views of the site

architectural practice KY Mimarlık was

as well as the city are opened up in all

founded in 1999 by Koray and Tuba

directions. A central courtyard contains

Yavuzer. Renowned for its highly original

the development’s modern, avant garde

works, the company’s designs are not

restaurant and acts as an intersection

only innovative and visually striking but

for all elements. Natural landscaping

also highly functional – inspired by

pierces deep into the complex through

both nature and technologies

strategic ‘cuts’ along the perimeter and

transferred from various industrial

open corridors allow for a pedestrian

domains. Its activities include designing

path from east to west. Access for service

commercial buildings, residences,

vehicles is on the east side to prevent

interiors and furniture.

crossover by pedestrians or visitors

Seba Office Boulevard is a commercial development project by KY

entering into the courtyard from the city via the gateway.

Mimarlik located on the European side

KY Mimarlik was commissioned

of Istanbul, close to the existing financial

by an important businessman to design

centre, Maslak. The district is a developing

the interiors for his property, Istinye

area of the city and many new and

House, in the most residential area of

exciting projects are planned. Seba Office

Istanbul. Due to the client’s extremely

Boulevard comprises an impressive

hectic work schedule and lifestyle, he

gateway, a restaurant and four blocks of

tends to use his home rather like an

office buildings named from A through to

elegant hotel. It also has to be a place

D. These are set at varying heights so as

where he can host special guests as if in

not to block the views of the city, stream

a stylish restaurant or sometimes even

and forest views. By careful separation

act as a party house where he can

of the development and arranging it

entertain friends.

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Istinye House

Istinye House

BEST OFFICE ARCHITECTURE EUROPE Seba Office Boulevard

by Koray Yavuzer Mimarlik

 BEST OFFICE ARCHITECTURE TURKEY Seba Office Boulevard

by Koray Yavuzer Mimarlik

 Lotus Residences

The client’s passion for art is

the houses, just as they did in the past,

apparent by the paintings and sculptures

while typical bay windows have been

displayed throughout the residence. This

redesigned as cantilevers in variable

has led to the overall design being mainly

proportions.

inspired by a statue placed in the main

The residential complex consists of

dining room; the aim being to reflect

just six luxurious villas in three different

freedom and success in life. According

styles, oriented towards view of the

to the client’s taste, colours have

Bosphorous. They are positioned around

been specifically chosen to achieve a

a central courtyard for leisure and sports

harmony with the natural materials used

activities with pedestrian access only

extensively within the project.

to create a tranquil, isolated area. Each

Lotus Residences in Istanbul is a

BEST INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE TURKEY Istinye House

by Koray Yavuzer Mimarlik

 BEST ARCHITECTURE MULTIPLE RESIDENCE TURKEY Lotus Residences

by Koray Yavuzer Mimarlik

façade varies and, unlike the symmetrical

development designed by KY Mimarlik to

floor plans, they are assymetrical. By

be a modern interpretation of the city’s

using asymmetry in a balanced way,

traditional mansions. The properties’ wide,

KY Mimarlik has created the most

wooden eaves dominate the outside of

harmonious proportions.

KY Mimarlik Valikonagi Caddesi Akkavak Sokak No: 5/3, Nisantasi, Istanbul, Turkey t: +90 212 234 1334 f: +90 212 231 8342 e: info@korayyavuzer.com w: www.korayyavuzer.com European Property Awards 31

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Russia INTERIOR DESIGN

BEST OFFICE INTERIOR EUROPE Port Plaza Moscow

by Olga Glazunova Interiors (Art Impress Ltd.)



Primavera Apartment

BEST OFFICE INTERIOR RUSSIA Port Plaza Moscow

by Olga Glazunova Interiors (Art Impress Ltd.)

HIGHLY COMMENDED INTERIOR DESIGN APARTMENT RUSSIA Primavera Apartment

by Olga Glazunova Interiors (Art Impress Ltd.)

Primavera Apartment

Primavera Apartment

Olga Glazunova Interiors is an interior

distinguished by the use of different wall

design company that takes great pride

decoration. Some are painted, others are

in incorporating applied artwork into its

covered in wallpaper, while various forms

projects via the expertise of its artists

of lighting lift the mood and change the

and sculptors.

colour shades.

Primavera Apartment Moscow is

Overall, the apartment is of

a perfect example of the company’s

contemporary style based on an

unique style and creativity. The 146m²

eclecticism combining current interior

apartment was to be designed for a

design trends and the aesthetics of

three-person family and, due to its non-

effective space planning. The special

standard configuration, it was divided into

rhythm of the central rooms has been

communal and private sectors.

set by the original planning of the house

The main challenge set by the client

and inspired by the modernism of the

was for Olga Glazunova to make the

last century. While the colour scheme is

communal space serve six different

dominated by tones of sand and beige/

functions in one. It had to include a

brown with a hint of lime, colour accents

kitchen, bar island, both dining and seating

have been created through textiles,

areas, a cinema complete with TV, rolling

accessories and paintings.

screen and projector and last but not

Olga Glazunova was also

least, a fireplace. In order to achieve

commissioned to create the interior

this, there are no doors between the

design for the lobby of Port Plaza

hall, hallway and drawing room, simply

Moscow, a business centre on the

openings to combine compartments into

River Moscow’s floodplain. The client’s

a single space while visually expanding

main wish was to create a custom-

it. Each associated functional unit is then

made interior to evoke thoughts of the

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INTERIOR DESIGN

Port Plaza Moscow

BEST OFFICE INTERIOR EUROPE Port Plaza Moscow

by Olga Glazunova Interiors (Art Impress Ltd.) Port Plaza Moscow

Port Plaza Moscow

 BEST OFFICE INTERIOR RUSSIA Port Plaza Moscow

by Olga Glazunova Interiors (Art Impress Ltd.)

Port Plaza Moscow

Port Plaza Moscow

immediate river environment as well as

favourable business environment to

the history of the former shipbuilding

attract those wishing to rent business

factory on which Port Plaza Moscow

premises. It features a soaring vertical

now stands. Due to its location, its

height which gives a dynamic first

entrance lobby was to reflect the urban

impression on entering the building.

aesthetics of the river port as well as the

Enhancing this voluminous space,

emotive power of a flowing river.

contrasting textures were used

The 320m² area required several

glass surfaces on the walls. These

two visitors’ waiting areas with fireplaces,

were illuminated from lighting

and a staff area. The main lobby was to

suspended high above in ‘the sky’, while

house a reception desk for four clerks

the ceilings resemble gently bubbling

and have an exit to the business centre

foam on the riverbank. Local lighting

itself. This entrance was to include

features both warm and cold tints to

revolving doors and an automated visitor

emphasize the colour palette of grey,

access control system.

light beige and brown with accents of

Designed to increase customer

INTERIOR DESIGN APARTMENT RUSSIA Primavera Apartment

by Olga Glazunova Interiors (Art Impress Ltd.)

including rough concrete and shiny

functional zones – main and VIP foyers,

appeal, the lobby also creates a

HIGHLY COMMENDED

blue, azure and turquoise adding to the waterside theme.

Olga Glazunova Interiors Aviakonstruktora Milya 7-147 Moscow, 109156 Russia t: +7 495 636 1236 f: +7 495 704 0175 e: olga@glazunova.com w: www.glazunova.com European Property Awards 33

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Turkey DE VELOPMENT

BEST MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT EUROPE TRİOS 2023

by PULSAR İNS¸. AS¸. & KURUMAHMUTOG˘LU İNS¸. LTD.

 BEST MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT TURKEY TRİOS 2023

by PULSAR İNS¸. AS¸. & KURUMAHMUTOG˘LU İNS¸. LTD.

 BEST INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT TURKEY TRİOS 2023

by PULSAR İNS¸. AS¸. & KURUMAHMUTOG˘LU İNS¸. LTD.

Pulsar ˙I ns¸aat’s aim with its impressive

enterprises in terms of luxury, services

mixed-use development, Trios 2023,

and structural capabilities.

was to promote a new era of ‘industrial

each level. It offers everything from home-

10 minutes from Ataturk International

like hotel rooms, superb spa facilities and

Airport, has helped to revitalize Turkey’s

retail shops to industrial workshops, offices

former industrial area of Ikitelli.

and a prayer hall. Highlights include an

The lack of luxurious offices in the

PULSAR İNS¸. AS¸. & KURUMAHMUTOG˘LU İNS¸. LTD.

Trios 2023 has fulfilled this promise at

culture’. This prestigious project, just

exclusive members-only Patrons’ Club

area was the main driving factor for

under the towers for business owners to

deciding the concept of the striking

socialise in style while the ultimate Patrons’

towers. Rather than instigating a minimal

Offices feature an en suite sky garage

budget and tight construction schedules,

system. Ample parking is provided via a

a co-operative planning procedure

roof area for articulated trucks and a car

resulted in sound architectural solutions

park for 764 vehicles at the two basement

for optimal design, function and financial

levels. Until Trios 2023 was created,

efficiency. Overall, the challenge was to

facilities of this calibre were non-existent

create a project which would meet the

in Istanbul and it is expected to change the

needs of current and future industrial

design criteria of future industrial zones.

˙I OSB Gungoren Sanayi Sitesi Metro Is Merkezi, B Blok Kat 2, No 49 Basaksehir, ˙I stanbul Turkey t: +90 212 671 5780 e: bilgi@pulsarinsaat.com w: www.pulsarinsaat.com 34 European Property Awards

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Portugal R E A L E S TAT E

BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY WEBSITE EUROPE www.portugalproperty.com

by PortugalProperty.com

 BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY WEBSITE PORTUGAL www.portugalproperty.com

by PortugalProperty.com

 Founded in 2008, PortugalProperty.com

the company’s ‘internal only’ website

takes immense pride in offering its clients

for vendors who request more privacy

individual attention supported by a wide

for example.

range of first class services. The exact

PropertyPortugal.com’s experienced,

requirements of each person are taken

bilingual staff have all lived in Portugal

into account, not simply to meet but to

for at least five years and are experts

exceed all expectations. In 2013 alone,

in different locations. Their names,

PropertyPortugal.com opened two new

photographs, personal email addresses

offices with a further two being opened

and personal numbers are all freely

this year, resulting in more than double

available on the website for complete

the number of staff being appointed. The

ease of access throughout the entire

company also enjoyed a 188% increase in

buying and selling process. As each

sales and a 170% increase in the volume

property transaction progresses,

of property sold.

PortugalProperty.com will introduce

PortugalProperty.com has the

BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY PORTUGAL PortugalProperty.com

lawyers, currency exchange specialists

largest selection of properties available

and furniture suppliers if wished.

compared to any other real estate

Whatever is needed, before and after

agency in Portugal. Its award-winning

purchase, the company will ensure that

website currently features over 4,500

everything is carried out to the very best

properties and there are many more on

of its ability.

PortugalProperty.com Avenida da Marina, Edif Marina Plaza Loja 71 Vilamoura 8125-401 Portugal t: +44 800 014 8201 (UK) t: +351 308800878 (Portugal) f: +44 800 014 8243 e: info@portugalproperty.com w: www.portugalproperty.com European Property Awards 35

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Cyprus A RC H I T E C T U R E

 BEST OFFICE ARCHITECTURE CYPRUS Nereus Tower

by Property Gallery



Nereus Tower

BEST MIXED-USE ARCHITECTURE CYPRUS Nereus Tower and Residence

by Property Gallery

 BEST ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE CYPRUS Royal Blue Residence

by Property Gallery

Nereus Tower and Residence

Royal Blue Residence

Established in 2002, Property Gallery

away from the road. Functionally, the

creates modern developments

residential block could become the home

renowned for their individuality,

of executive employees working in the

architectural excellence, high quality

adjacent commercial building.

materials and workmanship.

Nereus Tower is an ultra-modern

Royal Blue 1 is one of a pair of super luxury villas on a hill overlooking the gulf

business block with panoramic sea

of Limassol, Cyprus. This elevated position

views and direct access to Limassol’s

automatically became a dominating

beachfront. Geared towards progressive

architectural design factor, as did the

businesses, it provides a modern open

requirement for privacy and a close

plan office facility plus outstanding

connection to the sea.

retail space on the ground floor and

Design inspiration for this stunning,

supporting mezzanine and basement

semi-circular, three level villa came from

level storage rooms.

the horizon created by the sea just

Directly behind is Nereus Residence,

below. Clean lines, majestic facades and

a three-storey complex with eight

maximum use of natural materials set

Property Gallery Developers & Constructors Ltd

luxurious apartments, spacious indoor

this elegant house apart from the main

and outdoor living areas, a communal

island’s traditional architecture. Indulgent

Monastiraki Center,

lounge and swimming pool. Although

touches include a personal gym, sauna,

Office 3-4 Georgiou A1 Street,

it has equally breathtaking sea views,

entertainment room, infinity pool, fur

Limassol,

its site offers a more tranquil setting

coat storage and wine cellar.

Cyprus t: +357 25 322 117 f: +357 25 322 132 e: sales@cypruspropertygallery.com w: www.cypruspropertygallery.com 36 European Property Awards

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Russia INTERIOR DESIGN

HIGHLY COMMENDED INTERIOR DESIGN APARTMENT RUSSIA UniverCity 3-storied apartment

by INTRO by Chak

HIGHLY COMMENDED

Established in 2005, INTRO by Chak

UniverCity is a three-storey

Interior Design & Decoration has

apartment in a prestigious area

proved its diversity of creativity by

of Moscow. The project involved

winning awards for two very different

reorganizing the space to suit a

interior design projects.

couple, their three young children

White Lama is a two-storey,

INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE RUSSIA White Lama Two-storied Cottage House

by INTRO by Chak

and an adult son visiting occasionally.

countryside cottage owned by a young

The main challenge was to create

couple with two small daughters. While

separate living spaces for adults,

the wife preferred a minimalistic concept,

children and entertaining guests

her husband favoured a Provencal look.

within just 193m².

INTRO by Chak’s solution was to

INTRO by Chak utilized the

create airy, spacious and light living areas

attic to create a vast mezzanine floor

featuring a colour palette of white with

as a master bedroom suite for the

rare shades of grey and beige. Carefully

owners. The first floor became the

selected furniture acts as mood setters

children’s territory with two

while a glass wall and mirrors visually

bedrooms, a playroom and home

enhance certain areas. By combining

cinema, while the second floor is for

modern interior design techniques with

entertaining guests. Finished to the

softer styles of Provence and neo-

highest possible standard throughout,

romanticism, the home is elegant yet

the apartment is both opulent and

warm and comfortable for family life.

welcoming.

INTRO by Chak Interior Design & Decoration 119607 Moscow, Russia Mitchurinsky prospect, 47, 4th floor t: + 7 495 542 0572 e: intropochta@gmail.com w: www.introbychak.com European Property Awards 37

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Russia A RC H I T E C T U R E

 BEST HOTEL ARCHITECTURE RUSSIA Hyatt Regency Rostov Don-Plaza Hotel

by AR Architecture

AR Architecture is an innovative

so had a full knowledge of the project.

architectural practice providing

AR Architecture was therefore the

comprehensive professional services

ideal company to be appointed to

to developers, investors, homeowners,

recommence the design process in

hotel operators and fellow architects.

March, 2012.

Located in London, the company has affiliated partners in the Republic of

use complex comprised of the Hyatt

Ireland and Russian Federation.

Regency 5-star hotel with 188 rooms and

The Hyatt Regency Rostov Don-

43 serviced apartments, a luxury retail

Plaza Hotel was originally designed in

gallery, executive penthouse offices and

2005-2006 as an International Congress

three levels of car parking. All were to be

Centre. However, due to the economic

designed in strict accordance to Hyatt

downturn in 2008, alterations were made

Regency Brand standards, the commercial

to the original plan to turn the office part

concept prepared by CBRE and local

into a Hyatt Regency Hotel. Regrettably,

codes. Every façade of the hotel has been

the architects went into liquidation two

entirely reconsidered using sustainable

years later and the project came to a halt.

materials, solar shading and vertical

Before founding AR Architecture,

AR Architecture

The client’s final brief was for a mixed-

landscaping. Green roofs and external

Alexander Rakita had been Project

louvres combined with solar panels also

Leader for the former architects and

became crucial architectural elements.

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Romania

BEST LEISURE DEVELOPMENT EUROPE Stejarii Country Club

by S.C. Medusa Hotel International S.R.L.

 BEST LEISURE DEVELOPMENT ROMANIA Stejarii Country Club

by S.C. Medusa Hotel International S.R.L.

 Stejarii Country Club project team’s

from the constant impact of human

aim was to develop a sports and leisure

civilization. As soon as members

concept with a difference in the north

step into Stejarii Country Club they

of Bucharest. Something revolutionary

discover a refined ambiance designed

was needed in terms of design to ensure

to provide a complete escape from the

it took advantage of Baneasa’s beautiful

city’s perpetual stresses and agitation.

landscape while also blending naturally

Accommodated under a green shell,

into the middle of an oak forest.

members are offered a full spectrum

The result is Romania’s first

of integrated sports, wellness, leisure

country club to include sports facilities,

and event services. They can also enjoy

event rooms and an international spa.

walking across the green roof that creates

Additonally, Shisheido Spa at Stejarii

the feeling of a public park in the heart of

Country Club is the first of its kind in

the forest.

Romania and also the brand’s first to be launched in Eastern Europe.

The team conceived the project

BEST LEISURE ARCHITECTURE ROMANIA Stejarii Country Club

by S.C. Medusa Hotel International S.R.L.

This warm and attractive setting blends harmoniously with the surrounding countryside and allows

as an inversion of New York’s famous

members to combine social and business

Central Park, which provides inhabitants

networking opportunities with a vast

with a visual and physical break

range of health and fitness facilities.

Stejarii Country Club 14A Jandarmeriei Street 1st District, Bucharest – 013896 Romania t: +40 744 332 155 e: office@stejariicountryclub.ro w: www.stejariicountryclub.ro European Property Awards 39

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Russia

 BEST MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT RUSSIA VTB Arena Park

by VTB Group

HIGHLY COMMENDED MIXED-USE ARCHITECTURE RUSSIA VTB Arena Park

by VTB Group

VTB Arena Park is an award-winning

project unique, not just in Russia but also

reconstruction and renovation

in Europe. Construction work on the

project by the developer, CJSC MC

foundations of the new sports stadium

Dynamo. The mixed-use development

and arena is now well underway and the

has a unique location in a green and

first match will be held at the Dynamo

historical area within the heart of

Central Stadium in October, 2017.

Moscow and combines a perfect

Other amenities within VTB Arena

blend of contemporary and traditional

Park include Dynamo Sports Academy

architectural design.

for training in more than 20 different

The existing Dynamo Stadium

sports. Additionally, Dynamo Sports Park

and its surrounding area was looking

creates an attractive wooded area for

very rundown and was in dire need of

relaxation and also serves to separate

remodelling. Setting a benchmark for

the Arena Park business complex

future projects of this type, VTB Arena

and residential area from the sports

–Dynamo Central Stadium features

complex. Superior office buildings, more

an outdoor stadium and an indoor

than 1,000 luxurious apartments and

CJSC MC Dynamo

multi-purpose arena above the level of

the exclusive Hyatt Regency Moscow,

Bld 29,

commercial and retail outlets. Having

Petrovsky Park Hotel complete the

Leningradsliy Prospekt 36,

the stadium and arena within the same

extensive facilities of this impressive and

Moscow,

preserved historical walls makes the

well-planned development.

125167 Russia t: +7 499 755 42 22 f: +7 499 755 42 23 e: project@vtb-arena.com w: en.vtb-arena.com w: www.arena-park.ru 40 European Property Awards

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Greece INTERIOR DESIGN

 BEST OFFICE INTERIOR GREECE Conceptual Minimalism

by BllendDesignOffice Conceptual Minimalism

HIGHLY COMMENDED

Redefinition of Mountain Typology

Neoclassic Wellness

BllendDesignOffice has won awards for

context without using stereotypical, rustic

three interior design projects, displaying

elements. Chosen materials emit the

the company’s versatility in creating

architectural feeling of black burnt metal,

different concepts.

pine wood and volcanic stone while a

‘Conceptual Minimalism’ was the target for the interiors of a relocating multidisciplinary design studio. Reflecting

spiral staircase winds like a black ribbon from top floor to basement guest area.

HIGHLY COMMENDED LEISURE INTERIOR GREECE Neoclassic Wellness

by BllendDesignOffice

‘Neoclassic Wellness’ is a project

the studio’s aesthetic and environmental

relating to the overall design and

concerns, the open plan space is

architectural corporate identity of a

emphasized by clean lines and huge

new cosmetology and spa company. It

glazed openings ensuring plenty of

occupies the first floor of a neoclassic

natural daylight. Different functions and

building and so needed to incorporate

routines are performed in the same

the advanced technological corporate

section of a space which allows team

profile in a building of historic

members to interact and work together

importance. The application of lavaplaster

on a project.

on floors and walls, laminated formicas

‘Redefinition of Mountain Typology’

INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE GREECE Redefinition of Mountain Typology

by BllendDesignOffice

pressed on plywood, glass and quartz

involved the major interior renovation

mosaics dominate the interior while the

of a three-level mountain house. The

colour palette draws inspiration from the

client’s brief was to keep the mountain

first light of dawn.

BllendDesignOffice 75A Alimou Avenue & Irous 2, Alimos 17455, Greece t: + 30 210 990 4255 f: +30 210 990 4254 e: info@bllend.com w: www.bllend.com European Property Awards 41

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Greece A RC H I T E C T U R E

HIGHLY COMMENDED ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE GREECE The Split House

by Roula Kotsilati Architecture

Founded in 2004, Roula Kotsilati

house as a journey through a medieval

Architecture is an award winning

village, as those still seen on Chios Island.

architecture firm with international

It was to convey a mystic, fairytale-like

distinctions of identity projects such as

atmosphere through a unique type of

residences, offices, industrial buildings

Greek architecture. Interpreting this

and commercial spaces. The practice

historical typology, the house combines

focuses at the innovation of form with

the four strong elements of a medieval

highly crafted designs and specific

village: the wall, entrance, bridge and

emphasis in sustainable architecture.

central plaza.

The Split House on Chios Island, Greece is a spectacular, five-bedroom

fireplace and dining area has fabulous

vacation home specially designed for a

panoramic views and connects beautifully

couple and their daughter. Their detailed

to the garden, barbecue and swimming

requirements were for a hospitable house

pool. This symbolic and clear separation

close to the beach with privacy so that

of the home’s different functions and

they could relax, meditate, read and enjoy

the strong dialogue of the interiors with

fabulous sea views with family and friends.

the existing landscape have combined to

The clients were delighted with

Roula Kotsilati Architecture

The open living room featuring a

Roula Kotsilati’s concept of designing the

bring the family much closer to the island they love so much.

93 Ioannou Chrysostomou str, 132 31 Attica, Greece t: +30 210 5056939 m: +30 6977461533 e: info@rkarchitecture.gr w: www.rkarchitecture.gr 42 European Property Awards

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Cyprus INTERIOR DESIGN

HIGHLY COMMENDED OFFICE INTERIOR CYPRUS Melford

by Interior L

International award-winning interior

consisted of sophisticated sea front

designer Larissa Zolotareva, has become

penthouse developments, exclusive

one of the world’s leading experts in

gated communities.

design. Over the past seven years she

Having always dreamed of trying her

has built a stellar name for herself with

hand at commercial property design, she

her unique work. Her international list

was delighted to receive the commission

of private clientele is as varied as the

to create the interiors for Melford Tower.

designs she incorporates in her work,

The office building in Limassol, Cyprus,

adapting to any client’s needs.

required a luxurious space, suited to

At the core of Larissa’s practice lies

an up and coming multi-field company.

basic respect for her clients, along with

Its specialization on natural resources,

their lifestyle preferences. Her bespoke

construction and developing meant that

service ensures she is involved in every

the company had global aspirations. By

single step of the project, overseeing

creating this high tech office environment

every feature personally, thus making

using materials such as concrete, steel,

her attention to detail and elegant style

aluminum and glass, luxury and functional

a hit with clients, and professionals alike.

furniture, the company now has the tools

Interior L

Concentrating on the high-end luxury

required to expand globally and reach its

Apartments 031,

market, most of Larissa’s projects have

full potential.

Block 3, Sandy Beach Apartments, Amathus Avenue, Limassol, Cyprus 4532 t: +357 99 800303 e: info@interiorl.com w: www.interiorl.com European Property Awards 43

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Turkey A RC H I T E C T U R E

HIGHLY COMMENDED COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE TURKEY Forum Corum Landscape Project

by Türkan Erdem Landscape Architecture and Design Studio & T+T Design BV.

Forum Corum

HIGHLY COMMENDED RESIDENTIAL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE TURKEY NEF 11 Landscape Project

by Türkan Erdem Landscape Architecture and Design Studio

Forum Corum

NEF 11

Founded in 2012, Türkan Erdem

their stone patterns. The project’s

Landscape Architecture and Design

landscape design has also been inspired

Studio has undertaken a wide range of

by the area’s historical past and features

national and international projects.

topography, materials, planting and

The area around the city of Corum

geometric patterns that form a link

in Turkey dates far back through being

between the contemporary city and

the capital of the Hittite Empire to the

its history.

Paleolithic ages. Therefore, when a major

Nef 11 comprises a project of

retail developer chose the area for its

10,380m² residential and 2,500m² office

next project, the site’s historical heritage

landscaping in Kagithane, Istanbul. As 95%

was of prime importance. Forum Corum

of the landscape area is on concrete,

will be the city’s first modern retail

soil depth is limited and so perennial

and entertainment facility and covers

plants rather than trees dominate. Türkan

37,000m². The project’s first architectural

Erdem has incorporated hardscaping in

concept was designed by T+T Design

alternate dark and light grey horizontal

Türkan Erdem Landscape Architecture and Design Studio

before being further developed by

stripes from ground floor to terrace to

Türkan Erdem.

represent a rhythmic design element.

The archaeological remains from

Attractive miniature gardens have also

Ataturk Mh. Yakut Cd.

Hittites were the main reference for

been created for each apartment with

Yesim 7/4 Atasehir,

the building and its façade resembles

bamboo used for separation.

Istanbul, Turkey t: +90 216 5481859 f: +90 216 5481228 e: info@turkanerdempeyzaj.com w: www.turkanerdempeyzaj.com 44 European Property Awards

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Germany

BEST COMMERCIAL RENOVATION / REDEVELOPMENT EUROPE

 BEST COMMERCIAL RENOVATION / REDEVELOPMENT GERMANY BEST DEVELOPMENT MARKETING EUROPE

 Moritz Gruppe’s design brief for Secret

studios, meetings and conferences

Garden in Berlin combines historical,

complemented by luxury apartments

preserved architecture with modern but

for short term and executive rental.

timeless elements and state-of-the-art

An elaborate shady garden growing

technologies. The heritage-listed building

rare trees and plants is also planned to

consists of apartments built in 1902 at

enhance the Secret Garden concept.

the front as well a Garden House built

This extensive and meticulous

between 1904 and 1905. The Garden

renovation project is based on the

House was formerly used as a variety

harmonious interplay of history and

theatre, a restaurant and dance hall

innovation. Defining elements such

before being abandoned in the mid 30s.

as arches, columns and gazebos are

As the building cannot be

BEST DEVELOPMENT MARKETING GERMANY

 BEST MIXED-USE ARCHITECTURE GERMANY Secret Garden Berlin

by Moritz Gruppe

highlighted through new contrasting

turned back into a music hall due

materials. Each floor has its own unique

to city regulations, Moritz Gruppe is

character with differences in ceiling

transforming it into a mixed-use project

height and varying elements worthy

combining art and contemporary

of preservation. The final architectural

living. The Secret Garden consists of

concept marries historical substance with

a basement, a ground floor and two

technical innovation and plays between

upper floors. It will feature areas for

the rich facets of Berlin life in the eclectic

performances and exhibitions, artists’

borough of Mitte.

Moritz Gruppe GmbH Palisadenstrasse 40, 10243 Berlin, Germany t: +49 30 4226 8111 e: info@moritzgruppe.de w: www.moritzgruppe.de European Property Awards 45

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Russia

HIGHLY COMMENDED MIXED-USE ARCHITECTURE RUSSIA Empire Tower

by UNK project

HIGHLY COMMENDED OFFICE INTERIOR RUSSIA MAIL.RU GROUP head office

by UNK project UNK Project, a well-established

pierces the cubic volume of the complex

architectural company based in Moscow,

diagonally. Splitting the cubic volume into

was successful in winning a competition

two, the north building, from its third to

staged by the Committee for Urban

eighth floor, is occupied by parking with

Development and Architecture of

offices placed higher. The south building’s

Moscow. The task was to design a

second and third floors house a medical

building capable of becoming one of

centre with offices above. A landscaped

the final key elements of the mixed-

roof will act as a sightseeing platform

use development Empire Tower. It was

accessible by elevator from the atrium.

specified that part of the complex was

Efficiency and economy became

to be an above-ground car park, another

one of the central themes of the project

part was for offices and the top and

using typical solutions and existing

bottom floors were to be a public area

sub-structures where possible. Glass

with shops and cafes.

walls have been covered with a grid of

The architects at UNK Project

architectural concrete. As the grid is

concentrated on the movement of

reflected in the glass it gets fractured

pedestrian flow – thus the hero of

and multiplied beautifully enhancing the

the piece is played by the atrium that

building’s facade.

UNK Project Zamorenova 21, Moscow, 123022 Russia t: +74 99255 4818 e: info@UNKproject.ru w: www.UNKproject.ru 46 European Property Awards

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Israel & Georgia A RC H I T E C T U R E

HIGHLY COMMENDED ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE ISRAEL White Villa

by Y.P. Architects

White Villa

HIGHLY COMMENDED HOTEL ARCHITECTURE GEORGIA Rixos Tbilisi

by City M / Y.P. Architects Rixos Tbilisi

Rixos Tbilisi

Founded in 2000,YP Architects

privacy for the clients, their children and

specializes in designing buildings,

grandchildren.

apartments, public buildings and

Rixos Tbilisi will be a five-star hotel

multipurpose complexes. White Villa is

in Tbilisi downtown, the most prestigious

one of the company’s award-winning

area of Georgia’s capital. Planned as

projects and features natural stone and

a Museum District with each new

glass as its main materials.

development becoming a valued addition,

The client’s brief was for YP

YP Architects’ stunning design features

Architects to create a warm and

a glass-domed roof. By including four

comfortable house for a family made

floors, this dome gives guests panoramic

up of three generations. While it had

city views. Its design was inspired by

to provide the possibility for the whole

the painting ‘Fortune Teller’ by Lado

family to live in one house at the same

Gudiashvili, a famous Georgian painter,

time, it was vital that there were private

after whom the street in which the hotel

areas for each person. Divided into

stands is named. This landmark project,

three levels, the basement includes

built to internationally approved standards,

leisure amenities for the whole family,

will include high quality hotel rooms, three

while the ground and first floor provide

restaurants, eight shops, seven meeting

spacious accommodation with ample

rooms, spa facilities and a rooftop pool.

YP Architects Haharoshet 5 st Nesher, Israel 36603 t: +97 2522 667 121 f: +97 2420 4078 e: yp.architects@gmail.com w: www.yp-arc.com European Property Awards 47

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Turkey

 BEST INTERIOR DESIGN APARTMENT TURKEY Rooms Galata Apartment

by B Design Rooms Galata Apartment

HIGHLY COMMENDED LEISURE INTERIOR TURKEY Setup Cafe

by B Design

HIGHLY COMMENDED HOTEL ARCHITECTURE TURKEY Dosso Dossi Hotels Downtown

by B Design

Setup Cafe

B-Design specializes in restoring

eating and drinking venues as offices

historical buildings and the architectural

locate there. The café is on the ground

design of both residential and

floor of a building facing the Bosporus

commercial buildings. The company has

with a folding façade allowing for open

presented three very different award-

air seating in summer. B-Design gave

winning projects.

the cafe the required modern, dynamic,

Rooms Galata is in the heart of

art based character using rusted steel,

Istanbul. It consists of two historic

concrete base flooring and a red colour-

buildings joined by common areas and

coordinated industrial feel.

includes apartments with gardens and

BG Mimarlik Musavirlik Ltd Sti

Dosso Dossi Hotels Downtown

Dosso Dossi Hotels Downtown is

private terraces, maisonettes and single

part of a group of hotels named after

and double rooms with kitchenettes.

the famous Italian painter. Located almost

B-Design was commissioned to create

in the centre of Istanbul’s historical

the interior design for this boutique-style

peninsula, B-Design had to ensure that its

residence using contemporary techniques

architectural concept met with the area’s

to harmonise with the historical character

strict massing and façade codes. Therefore,

of the buildings.

guest rooms, reception and restaurants

Café Setup is in the Kabatas district

are above ground with meeting areas,

Asmail Mescit Mah,

of Beyoglu/Istanbul which has become

large spa, swimming pool and technical

Istiklal Caddesi,

increasingly artistic with many more

areas within three basement levels.

Suriye Pasajı No 166 K:5 d:49, Istanbul, Turkey t: +90 212 293 1640 f: +90 212 293 1643 e: info@b-design.com.tr w: www.b-design.com.tr 48 European Property Awards

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Russia A RC H I T E C T U R E

HIGHLY COMMENDED ARCHITECTURE MULTIPLE RESIDENCE RUSSIA Grafskie Prudy by Archstroydesign ACD & Alltech Development

Alltech Development is an investment

The main points of the client’s

and construction company engaged

brief were to place 80 properties

in large-scale development projects

within the development and emphasize

with intensive social and engineering

the landscape to make it a highly

infrastructure in the Moscow region.

attractive feature of the community.

In 2007, Alltech Development invited

Having submitted the successful

four Moscow project companies to

tender, Archstroydesign ASD compiled

participate in a competitive tender to

a full package of necessary

design a general construction plan for

documentation and state authority

Grafskiye Prudy.

approvals enabling Alltech Development

The project comprises a cottage community (20 km from Moscow outer

to proceed with the award-winning architectural project.

ring road on Kievskoe Highway) with

The master plan features an

a total area of around 62 hectares. It is

attractive park with a central pond

designed as a premium class community

creating a visual axis from the entrance

composed of 110 single-family houses in

to the forest. This links each home with

Frank Lloyd Wright ‘organic’ architecture

the park and surrounding forest. Meeting

style and public facilities. The site is

the expectations of the target customer,

enclosed in a centuries-old forest which

the new middle class, its architecture is

Alltech Development

frames Grafskie Prudy and stretches

a combination of modern architecture

Minskaya str,

for miles.

upholding local traditions.

Moscow 11, Russia t: + 7 (495) 411 91 11 f: + 7 (495) 786 67 56 e: grafskoe@alltech.ru w: www.grafskoe.ru European Property Awards 49

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Russia INTERIOR DESIGN

BEST PUBLIC SERVICE INTERIOR EUROPE Lobbies and public spaces of “Dominion” Res by iq_studio

 BEST PUBLIC SERVICE INTERIOR RUSSIA Lobbies and public spaces of “Dominion” Res by iq_studio

Founded by Eric Valeev, iq_studio is an

It was important to make each

architectural firm in Moscow, Russia.

block unique but also to maintain

The company’s philosophy is based on

overall integrity. The design intention

intersecting the maximum number of

was to avoid any historical replicas

disciplines during each design process.

or high tech themes and to create

This ensures a high level of quality

welcoming spaces with a deep, natural

across a vast diversity of project

feeling, free of any set style. Therefore

types, ranging from private and public

the idea of primary elements evolved,

interior design to commercial and

with each block becoming ‘Fire’, ‘Water’,

residential architecture, landscape and

‘Earth’ or ‘Air’.

master planning.

With the residential project

This harmony of the elements formed welcoming lobbies inspired and

Dominion in Moscow, iq_studio’s scope

drawn from nature. The idea behind each

of work was to create public spaces for

one was that people returning to their

four 20-storey buildings with 10 lobbies

homes would pass through the lobbies

in each block. The total area covered by

and feel they were travelling into another

the design amounts to approximately

realm. This new dimension of calm helps

iq_studio

1,6000m² and the overall time spent on

to refresh the mind and soothes away

Design Center Artplay,

the project was five years.

the stresses of everyday living.

block2, office 16.6/1, Niznaya Siromatnicheskaya st.10, Moscow t: +7 495 646 00 27 f: +7 495 646 00 27 e: info@iqstudio.ru w: www.iqstudio.ru 50 European Property Awards

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Russia INTERIOR DESIGN

 BEST INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE RUSSIA Private residence “BANANA-HOUSE”

by FABER GROUP

Faber Group is an architectural

A substantial volume of the main

company founded in 2000 by architects

building was to be divided into three

Alyona Franchyan and Boris Matveev.

major areas: parental zone, children’s

Working in different styles, from Art

zone and shared multifunctional living

Deco to the classics, Faber Group

room. Externally, the property is

has completed numerous successful

functional and ascetic, featuring stone,

projects in Russia, Miami, Nice, Berlin

wood and glass.

and Crete among other locations. The

Inside, the building is dramatically

company creates residential and public

different and resembles a beautiful

buildings, all featuring unique design

jewellery box. Based on the style of

elements such as carpentry, carpets,

a wild rose, the flower welcomes the

furniture and chandeliers.

owners and their guests as they enter

Banana House, an out-of-town,

the house. It can be seen in the

private residence in Moscow, belongs

decoration of the façade, entrance,

to a Russian businessman whose vision

roof overhang and throughout the

of beauty can be described a mosaic of

living spaces. Since all items and

various cultural images. Faber Group was

design elements have been developed

commissioned to design the main house

exclusively for this project, the pattern

with a full-size pool and spa area, summer

can be traced through murals, textiles,

kitchen and separate staff house.

lamps, furniture and wall panels.

Faber Group Milutinskiy per., 10/1 Moscow 101000, Russia, t: +7 495 223 64 17 e: fm@faberfm.ru w: www.faberfm.ru European Property Awards 51

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Russia DE VELOPMENT

HIGHLY COMMENDED OFFICE DEVELOPMENT RUSSIA MOROZOV Business Centre Phase 2

by KR Properties

MOROZOV Business Centre Phase 2

HIGHLY COMMENDED CONDOMINIUM RUSSIA Club Complex RASSVET LOFT*STUDIO

by KR Properties

HIGHLY COMMENDED RESIDENTIAL RENOVATION / REDEVELOPMENT RUSSIA Club Complex RASSVET LOFT*STUDIO

by KR Properties

RASSVET LOFT*STUDIO

KR Properties was established in

RASSVET LOFT*STUDIO

KR Properties also renovates

Moscow in 2000 and offers a complete

industrial buildings from different

package of real estate property

eras to turn them into housing

management from design, construction,

with a classic loft style. RASSVET

repairs and renovation to the successful

LOFT*STUDIO in Moscow is a five-

implementation of projects.

storey complex located in a former

By applying its experience, along

furniture factory dating from the early

with high technology and the best

20th century. KR Properties together

engineering and architectural solutions,

with DNK Architectural Group is

KR Properties designs business centre

transforming the roomy, industrial

interiors to be both convenient and

premises into highly contemporary

efficient. MOROZOV Business Centre

and 75 ultra comfortable loft

Phase 2 is a unique project within the

apartments and studios. Designed in

Russian commercial real estate market.

the format of two-level spaces, ground

The philosophy behind it was to create

floor apartments take the form of

harmonious space to balance life and

classical townhouses with a separate

work in comfortable and pleasant

entrance and own front garden, while

KR Properties

surroundings. MOROZOV Business

the properties on the highest level

9 bldg.,

Centre Phase 2 features original interior

feature mansard roofs and fireplaces.

1B, Varshavskoe shosse,

and exterior designs, ergonomics and

All properties from the first floor

Moscow,

ecological compatibility and integration

upwards also feature attractive balconies

117105 Russia

into its historical surroundings.

and terraces.

t: +7(495) 780 4040 f: +7(495) 786 8501 e: info@kr-pro.ru w: www.kr-pro.ru 52 European Property Awards

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Ukraine INTERIOR DESIGN

BEST INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE EUROPE Belle Epoque

by DreamDesign

 BEST INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE UKRAINE Belle Epoque

by DreamDesign

DreamDesign, a well-established

The living room and dining room are

company in Ukraine, was commissioned

on the ground floor with the guestroom

to undertake the interior design of

and daughter’s bedroom placed on the

Belle Epoque, a four-storey property

first floor. The second floor is feminine

in Kiev. The client’s brief was to create

with its own bedroom, cloakroom

an infrastructure where the three-

and bathroom while the third floor is

person family could have common

masculine territory with a collection

spaces to spend time together as well

of Netsuke, a bedroom and subsidiary

as individual, fully equipped areas for

rooms. Female spaces are designed to be

each member.

light and elegant while the man’s rooms

The interior style has been based on elegant Art Deco luxury, its artistic

are darker and more restrained.

The Art Deco mood and rhythm

sense and the particular mood it creates.

for the whole interior were set through

It was important for DreamDesign to

patterns applied on the walls, floor, some

reproduce the spirit of the era using not

ceilings and in decorative detailing. The

just handcrafted techniques and unique

colour palette is of placid monochrome

materials but also new technologies

shades with visual accents expressed

and its own understanding of creating a

through eye-catching pieces of furniture,

contemporary and comfortable house.

lighting and rich textures.

DREAMDESIGN Vladimirska 49a, 01034 Kiev, Ukraine t: +380503313363 e: dobrovolska@dreamdesign.com.ua w: www.dobrovolska.com European Property Awards 53

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Switzerland

HIGHLY COMMENDED OFFICE ARCHITECTURE SWITZERLAND VF International Headquarters

by CBRE Ltd

HIGHLY COMMENDED OFFICE INTERIOR SWITZERLAND VF International Headquarters

by CBRE Ltd CBRE’s role in creating a new

building and its interior design to the

headquarters in Stabio, Switzerland for

management of the complete project

VF International presented an ideal

through to completion. Its design

opportunity for substantial creativity.

concept was developed through a

As well as offices and staff facilities,

number of iterations and discussions

the building needed to accommodate

with the client and responded to many

a technology centre for research and

different factors. These included VF’s

testing and to act as a showcase for the

desire for a dramatic atrium entrance,

company’s extensive brands.

the financial and regulatory influence

VF includes The North Face, Napapijri, Timberland, Vans, Reef, 7 For All Mankind, Kipling, Eastpak, Jansport,

CBRE St Martin’s Court,

on the building’s orientation and a sustainable, low energy proposal.

The concept evolved around an

Lee and Wrangler and the new building

atrium and building shielded by a brise

was to accommodate all of these

soleil deck supported on random columns

brands. Therefore, the overall design had

that stand in a reflective pool. Satisfying

to ensure that each space was unique

the client’s brief in all respects, it provided

and properly reflected the brand’s

a combination of simple, flexible internal

individual personality.

floorplates, exciting and stimulating interior

The brief extended from the

spaces, a dramatic approach and visitor

architectural design of the 16,000m²

experience, and an eco-friendly design.

10 Paternoster Row, London EC4M 7HP United Kingdom t: +44 (0)20 7182 3116 e: peter.fearon-brown@cbre.com w: www.cbre.com 54 European Property Awards

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Turkey DE VELOPMENT

HIGHLY COMMENDED COMMERCIAL RENOVATION / REDEVELOPMENT TURKEY Palm City Mersin Shopping Center

by RETFUND - AERIUM Turkey

HIGHLY COMMENDED

Aerium is an independent, pan-European

has been completed with a new name:

real estate investment manager,

“Palm City Mersin”.

headquartered in Luxembourg. Aerium

Palm City Mersin, built on an area of

Turkey, one of the major teams of

95,000m² with outdoor parking for 1,250

Aerium, has recently received two

vehicles, currently accommodates 65

new awards in addition to some other

stores. Decathlon, a famous international

international awards with the Palm City

sport and leisure brand, has opened its

Mersin Shopping Center, Turkey’s first

largest store in the region (exceeding

ever-significant regeneration project, in

4,000m²), alongside the gallery. High

its category.

quality entertainment and social areas

In 2003, Carrefour Mersin was the

RETAIL DEVELOPMENT TURKEY Palm City Mersin Shopping Center

by RETFUND - AERIUM Turkey

have also been added to the wide

first shopping center in Mersin, one of the

selection of leisure options; including

fastest growing cities in Turkey. The city’s

Cinemarine, a high-tech, biggest cinema

increasing needs for new infrastructures

complex in Mersin, indoor and outdoor

have paved the way for an unparalleled

event areas, and a spacious food court

urban modernization period. Carrefour

with a spectacular terrace. Thanks to

Mersin is a remarkable project that boasts

its renewed identity, Palm City Mersin,

the successful completion of releasing,

is providing a comfortable shopping

refurbishment, reconstruction, renovation,

and leisure atmosphere for its visitors,

repositioning and rebranding. In parallel

and is a “touchstone” for an innovative,

with its renewed, appealing design and

professional approach to shopping center

architecture, and strong shopping center

development, management, leasing and

identity, Carrefour Mersin’s transformation

marketing in Turkey.

Aerium Turkey Terrace Fulya Center 2 D.40, Hakkı Yeten Cad., Tes¸vikiye 34365, S¸is¸li, Istanbul, Turkey t: +90 212 215 50 95 f: +90 212 215 50 96 e: info@aeriumturkey.com w: www.aerium.com European Property Awards 55

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Russia INTERIOR DESIGN

HIGHLY COMMENDED INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE RUSSIA Residential Interior

by Design Studio AvKube

Design Studio AvKube is a company

overall style chosen for the property’s

of highly creative and experienced

interior design concept can best be

designers, architects, artists and

described as ‘eclecticism’.

other skilled professionals. Over the

Design Studio AvKube

The team at Design Studio AvKube

years, the company has successfully

has managed to harmonise Art Deco,

carried out dozens of design projects

contemporary and classical styles all

such as country houses, apartments,

in one stunning residence. This is best

offices, public buildings. Its interior

demonstrated by the designing of the

design services include everything

clients’ private zone. Based on the

Moscow Head Office,

from private and business interiors,

confrontation of their two different

19 Leninskaya Sloboda,

architecture, space planning and decor

characters, an interesting style tandem

Business Center Omega Plaza

to project management.

has been created. The atmosphere

Moscow,

The interior introduced is a four-

and mood of both individuals can be

Russia 115280

storey private residence is a four-storey

easily recognized; not interrupting but

t: +7 495 979 0211

private residence in a quiet village in

rather supplementing each other. Great

the Moscow region, close to the capital.

attention has been paid to the materials

Dubai Office

It belongs to a successful businessman

chosen throughout the design and also

JLT,

who prefers a classical style of design

to the inclusion of modern technologies

Cluster X. Tower X2,

and his wife who prefers more colourful

such as the intellectual control system

Office 4006,

and decorative solutions. Therefore, the

and soft multi-variant lighting.

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The Netherlands A RC H I T E C T U R E

HIGHLY COMMENDED ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE NETHERLANDS Villa Kogelhof

by Paul de Ruiter Architects

Right from launching in the 90s, Paul

one floating above ground. Designed

de Ruiter Architects has been a great

as an uncompromising glass box, it is

advocate and practitioner of sustainable,

supported by a steel V-frame.

energy saving architectural design.

The underground volume includes

The company undertakes a myriad of

the entrance, parking for six cars and

projects from residential developments

a tractor, storage, bathroom and a

and schools to commercial buildings

workspace looking out over the pond.

such as universities, theatres, offices and

The living area is in the floating glass box

underground car parks.

above ground with a completely open

Villa Kogelhof ’s design is based

floor plan, except for some subtle glass

on complete autarky: therefore it will

room dividers. There are several separate

be energy neutral. By using several

volumes for the kitchen, bedrooms,

techniques, the villa has a comfortable

bathroom and a multifunctional room

climate all year round, whilst being

while the façade is completely made out

extremely energy efficient. The client’s

of glass offering spectacular views over

brief was to create a simple, abstract,

the surrounding landscape. The villa’s goal

yet spectacular villa. The result is a

has been achieved – it is self-sufficient

composition; consisting of two square

and generates its own energy and will

stacked volumes: one underground and

heat its own water in the near future.

Paul de Ruiter Architects Valschermkade 36 D, 1059 CD Amsterdam, The Netherlands t: +31 20 6263244 f: +31 20 6237002 e: info@paulderuiter.nl w: www.paulderuiter.nl European Property Awards 57

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Greece A RC H I T E C T U R E

BEST ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE EUROPE Mirabello Blue Gulf Villa

by Europlan Real Estate Developers

 BEST ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE GREECE Mirabello Blue Gulf Villa

by Europlan Real Estate Developers Europlan Real Estate Developers

offering the maximum amount of

specializes in the design and

bedrooms for the space, thus suiting

construction of private development

lessees who mostly require villas for

projects. The company has built up a

large groups. Through careful designing,

reputable team of certified engineers

the use of space was optimized without

that can guarantee both quality and safe

compromising the villa’s general lay out.

implementation of all projects.

Its award-winning Mirabello Blue

Europlan Real Estate Developers 13 R. Kapetanaki St, 72100, Aghios Nikolaos, Crete, Greece 33 Smirnis St, 71201,

The living areas had to be able to cater for larger parties of people, as

Gulf Villa is on a hill overlooking the

did the outside areas. A swimming pool

Bay of Mirabello in Agios Nikolaos

was also essential to attract lessees as

Crete, Greece. Perched high on a

the property, although less than one

4,093m² plot, the villa has magnificent

kilometer from the sea, is further away

views to the beach of Almyros and the

than many rental properties. As the

spectacular colour-changing mountain

design progressed, the overall size of

range of Thripti.

the villa increased and a third floor was

The clients stipulated that they

added. The exterior space was also

wanted a rental property targeted

innovatively modeled into four separate

towards the high-end, luxury market.

areas enabling visitors to have their own

Europlan therefore opted for a design

private area if required.

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Turkey A RC H I T E C T U R E

HIGHLY COMMENDED RESIDENTIAL HIGH-RISE ARCHITECTURE TURKEY Point Bornova

by Derinyesil Architects

Derinyesil Architects was founded

units in a 42 storey tower above the

in Turkey in 2007 and has offices in

retail streets.

Ankara and Izmir. The company is a

The project’s concept stems from

versatile architectural practice, known

the unique setting of the city with its

for combining technical innovation and

bay, nature and urban lifestyle along

design excellence.

the Aegean coastline. Residents and

Point Bornova is an award-winning

visitors are welcomed by urban scale

high-rise development in the historic

entry plazas with water and landscape

port city of Izmir. Developed by Kavuklar

features at both the North and West of

Real Estate Development Group, which

the development. Three shopping and

is one of the leading development and

entertainment streets have been created

general contracting companies in Turkey,

with distinct characters representing ‘sea’,

and designed by Derinyesil, it is the

‘mountains’ and ‘city’. These are arranged

largest mixed-use project in Izmir with a

around a triangular ‘jewel’ which serves as

total of over 260,000m² of floor area. The

a base for the residential tower above.

complex brings together all the elements

Point Bornova allows for 24/7

of living, working and leisure with urban

shopping, dining and open-air

streets leading to a high-rise residential

entertainment for most of the year with

tower at its heart. It offers 52,000m² of

its 5,000m² retractable glass roof over

Derinyesil Architects

leasable shopping and entertainment area

the streets which closes in minutes on

Alacam Sokak 10/6,

as well as 646 varied, high-end residential

rainy days.

Cankaya, Ankara, Turkey t: +90 312 426 1344 f: +90 312 426 1322 e: duygu@derinyesil.com w: www.derinyesil.com European Property Awards 59

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European Property Award Winners 2014-2015 Finland

Austria Office Architecture Highly Commended

Unternehmenszentrale der i+R Gruppe

Public Service Architecture Highly Commended

by Dietrich|Untertrifaller Architekten ZT GmbH

Helsinki Seafarers’ Centre

by ARK-house Architects

Real Estate Agency  SAGE Immobilien Real Estate GmbH

France

Real Estate Agency Website

Real Estate Agency

 www.muhr-immobilien.com by Marlies Muhr Immobilien GmbH

 Leggett Immobilier Real Estate Agency Website

Belgium

 www.home-hunts.com by Home Hunts SARL

Real Estate Agency Website Highly Commended

www.atlantisimmo.eu by Atlantis Real Estate

Retail Development Highly Commended

Beaugrenelle by Apsys

Real Estate Agent Highly Commended

Atlantis Real Estate

Georgia

Residential Renovation/Redevelopment

Hotel Architecture

 Chambon by Cluster Chambon

Highly Commended

Rixos Tbilisi by City M/ Y.P. Architects

Leisure Interior Croatia

 Restaurant Bohema by Designbureau

Leisure Development

Mixed-use Development

 Leisure Development Sun Gardens Dubrovnik

Highly Commended

by Radisson Blu Resort & Spa at Sun Gardens Dubrovnik Property Single Unit

Babillon Tower by Tam Geo

Residential Development Highly Commended

Lisi Veranda by Lisi Development

 Villa Ivy by Pin & Pin Highly Commended

Villa Monte by Dussmann Homes

Public Services Development Highly Commended

Astronomical Centre Rijeka by Rijeka sport Ltd

Germany Apartment  Living 108 by Peach Property Group AG

Residential Development

Commercial Renovation/Redevelopment

 Residences at Sun Gardens Dubrovnik

 Secret Garden Berlin by Moritz Gruppe

by Sun Gardens Dubrovnik

Development Marketing  Secret Garden Berlin by Moritz Gruppe

Cyprus

Highly Commended

Apartment

Interior Design Private Residence

 The Penthouse at Opera

Highly Commended

by Askanis Group of Companies Highly Commended

St. Barts Residence by Vazanias & Vattis Constructions Ltd

Living 108 by Peach Property Group AG Villa in the Shades of Secular Trees by Architect Nana Hernandez Getashvili & NG Galaxy Holding GmbH

Mixed-use Architecture

Architecture Single Residence

 Secret Garden Berlin by Moritz Gruppe

 Royal Blue Residence by Property Gallery

Real Estate Agency

Interior Design Private Residence

Highly Commended

 Villa Dieci by V&V Interiors

Residential Development

Leisure Interior

 Living 108 by Peach Property Group AG

Rubina Real Estate

 O’SHIN RESTAURANT by Marios Makris Interior Design Consultants Ltd

Gibraltar

Mixed-use Architecture

Property Single Unit

 Nereus Tower and Residence by Property Gallery

 New Aloes by Fairhomes Group

Office Architecture  Nereus Tower by Property Gallery

Greece

Office Interior

Architecture Single Residence

 Home Chic Home Offices

 Mirabello Blue Gulf Villa by Europlan Real Estate Developers

Highly Commended

by E.A. Home Chic Properties Ltd

Highly Commended

Artemide Estate by Hellenic Homes

Melford by Interior L

Highly Commended

The Split House by Roula Kotsilati Architecture

Property Single Unit

Interior Design Apartment

 Villa La Boheme, Opera by Askanis Group of Companies

 Apartment in Kifissia by Stirixis Group Interior Design Private Residence

Czech Republic

Highly Commended

Industrial Development  Ingersoll Rand Ovcary-Kolin

by Goodman Czech Republic s.r.o.

Redefinition of Mountain Typology

by BllendDesignOffice

Leisure Development Highly Commended

THESEUS BEACH VILLAGE by TEAK S.A.

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Greece (cont.)

Latvia (cont.)

Leisure Interior

Residential Development

Highly Commended

Neoclassic Wellness by BllendDesignOffice

Highly Commended

LEGEND. by R.Evolution City

Mixed-use Interior Highly Commended

The ToC - Times of Change by Stirixis Group

Malta

Office Interior

Lettings Agency

 Conceptual Minimalism by BllendDesignOffice

Highly Commended

Highly Commended

Stirixis SA Offices by Stirixis Group

Real Estate Agency

Frank Salt Real Estate Ltd

Real Estate Agency  Frank Salt Real Estate Ltd

 Colliers International Greece Highly Commended

Proprius

Montenegro

Highly Commended

Savvaidis & Associates

Interior Design Private Residence

Real Estate Agency Website

Highly Commended

 www.savvaidis.com by Savvaidis & Associates

Property Single Unit

Villa Oasis by Mary Cullen + Tristram Douglas

 Villa Oasis by Mary Cullen + Tristram Douglas Hungary Public Service Architecture Highly Commended

M4 Fovam Gellert Stations by sporaarchitects

Public Services Development

Netherlands Architecture Single Residence Highly Commended

Villa Kogelhof by Paul de Ruiter Architects

 Erzsébet Square by Erzsébet Vagyonkezelö Kft. Norway Israel

Mixed-use Architecture

Architecture Single Residence

Highly Commended

The Carve by A-lab

 V House by Zahavi Architects Highly Commended

White Villa by Y.P. Architects

Leisure Architecture Highly Commended

River Restaurant by Vstudio Architects

Leisure Interior Highly Commended

Little Italy by STUDIO OPA

Poland Architecture Multiple Residence  Nowa Papiernia by AP SZCZEPANIAK Sp z.o.o. SK Architecture Single Residence  Edge House by Mobius Architekci

Residential Development

Highly Commended

 The Residences At The Ritz-Carlton, Herzliya

Hotel Interior

by Tidhar and Adis Investment

Ruda House by Reform Architekt Marcin Tomaszewski

 Hotel Tobaco by EC-5 Architects Interior Design Apartment

Italy

 Hill Park Apartments by Hola Design

Hotel Interior

Highly Commended

Highly Commended

Relais Ca’ Sabbioni 5* by FPA Architecture

Interior Design Apartment

Grzybowska Apartment by Nasciturus Design

Mixed-use Architecture Highly Commended

 Sansovino Mezzanine by Sara Battelli & Partners

Towarowa 41 Residential Building by Pracownia Architektoniczna E. I S. Sipinskich

Office Interior

New Hotel Construction & Design

 Autodesk Headquarters

 DoubleTree by Hilton Lodz by TOYA GROUP

by Goring & Straja Studio Property Single Unit

Office Architecture Highly Commended

B4B - Bonarka for Business Office Complex by Artur Jasinski i

 Masseria La Spinetta by Essentis Properties Group

Wspolnicy Biuro Architektoniczne sp. z.o.o., TriGranit

Real Estate Agency Website

Development Corporation and IPR Ltd

Highly Commended

www.abode.it by Abode SRL

Retail Architecture Highly Commended

Nave de Vero by Design International

Highly Commended

Asseco Poland Headquarters by Hermanowicz Rewski Architects

Residential Development  Nowe Orlowo by Invest Komfort Spolka Akcyjna S.K.A.

Retail Interior  Archivio Dondup by Fortebis Group

Portugal Interior Design Apartment

Latvia

 Chic Lisbon by Maria Barros Home

Architecture Multiple Residence

New Hotel Construction & Design

 LEGEND. by R.Evolution City

Highly Commended

Highly Commended

The Home by R.Evolution City

Leisure Development Highly Commended

LEGEND. by R.Evolution City

Pousada de Cascais Cidadela Historic Hotel & Art District

by Group Pestana

Real Estate Agency  PortugalProperty.com

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Portugal (cont.)

Russia (cont.)

Real Estate Agency Website

Property Consultancy

 www.portugalproperty.com by PortugalProperty.com

Highly Commended

Kalinka Real Estate Consulting Group

Public Service Interior Romania

 Lobbies and public spaces of “Dominion” Res by iq_studio

Leisure Architecture

Real Estate Agency Marketing

 Stejarii Country Club by S.C. Medusa Hotel International S.R.L.

 Deluxe Property Marketing Soutions by Kalinka Real Estate

Leisure Development

Consulting Group

 Stejarii Country Club by S.C. Medusa Hotel International S.R.L.

Residential Development

Residential Development

Highly Commended

Klenovy Dom by CJSC “Don-Stroy Invest”

Highly Commended

Leontievsky Mys

Highly Commended

Edenia Titan by Adama Group

Retail Development Highly Commended

Residential High-rise Development

Promenada in Floreasca City by Raiffeisen Evolution Project

 Solar System by Urban Group

Development G

Highly Commended

Dolina Setun by CJSC “Don-Stroy Invest”

Highly Commended

Alye Parusa by CJSC “Don-Stroy Invest”

Russia

Residential Renovation/Redevelopment

Architecture Multiple Residence

 St.Nickolas by VESPER

 Reconstruction of milling plant “Schmidt Brothers”

Highly Commended

Club Complex RASSVET LOFT*STUDIO by KR Properties

by T+T Architects Highly Commended

Grafskie Prudy by Archstroydesign ACD & Alltech Development

Spain

Highly Commended

Residential complex on Kovensky lane by Evgeny Gerasimov

New Small Hotel Construction & Design

and partners

 Portals Hills Boutique Hotel by Finest Selection Group

Condominium Highly Commended

Club Complex RASSVET LOFT*STUDIO by KR Properties

Property Consultancy  Urban Oasis

Hotel Architecture

Property Single Unit

 Hyatt Regency Rostov Don-Plaza Hotel by AR Architecture

 Palacio Bardaji by Ibiza Sotheby’s International Realty

Highly Commended

Radisson Blu Resort Hotel & Congress Center

Real Estate Agency

by Oncuoglu + ACP

 Mercers

Hotel Interior

Highly Commended

 The State Hermitage Museum Official Hotel

Real Estate Agency Website

Industrial Development

 www.altavistaproperty.com by Altavista Property

Highly Commended

PNK-Chekhov 2,Warehouse Complex by PNK Group

Altavista Property

Residential Development

Interior Design Apartment

Highly Commended

Portals Hills Boutique Hotel by Finest Selection Group

 Between Sky and Earth by Architect Nana Hernandez Getashvili

Highly Commended

Sea Senses by TM Real Estate Group

& NG Galaxy Holding GmbH Highly Commended

UniverCity 3-storied apartment by INTRO by Chak

Switzerland

Highly Commended

Primavera Apartment by Olga Glazunova Interiors

Developer Website

(Art Impress Ltd.)

Highly Commended

www.beach-house.ch by Peach Property Group AG

Interior Design Private Residence

Office Architecture

 Private residence “BANANA-HOUSE” by FABER GROUP

Highly Commended

VF International Headquarters by CBRE Ltd

Highly Commended

Residential Interior by Design Studio AVKUBE

Office Interior

Highly Commended

White Lama Two-storied Cottage House by INTRO by Chak

 Coca-Cola HBC Head Offices by Stirixis Group

Leisure Interior

Highly Commended

VF International Headquarters by CBRE Ltd

 Zodiac by ArchPoint Mixed-use Architecture

Turkey

Highly Commended

Empire Tower by UNK project

Architecture Multiple Residence

Highly Commended

VTB Arena park by VTB Group

 Lotus Residences by Koray Yavuzer Mimarlik

Mixed-use Development

Highly Commended

Gumus Su Villas by Cirakoglu Architects

 VTB Arena park by VTB Group

Highly Commended

Qent Istinye by Toya Real Estate & Construction Inc.

Office Development

Architecture Single Residence

Highly Commended

Business Center MOROZOV Phase 2 by KR Properties

Highly Commended

Office Interior  Port Plaza Moscow by Olga Glazunova Interiors

Zumrut Huseyin Erikoglu Residence by Efekta Mimarlik Yapi End. San. Tic. Ltd. Sti.

Highly Commended

Park Village by Profil Mimarlik ve Dekorasyon Ltd. Sti.

(Art Impress Ltd.)

Commercial High-rise Architecture

Highly Commended

Kaspersky Lab Headquarters by ABD architects

 Adam Tower by Dap Yapi

Highly Commended

MAIL.RU GROUP head office by UNK project

Highly Commended

The Paragon by Gokhan Aksoy Mimarlik Ltd. Sti.

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Turkey (cont.)

Commercial High-rise Development

Office Architecture

 IstanbulMarin by Dap Yapi

 Seba Office Boulevard by Koray Yavuzer Mimarlik

Highly Commended

Vazo (Vase) Towers by Dap Yapi

Highly Commended

Bumerang by Dap Yapi

Highly Commended

Adam Tower by Dap Yapi

Highly Commended

IzPark by DORE Architecture

Commercial Landscape Architecture Highly Commended

Highly Commended

Office Development

Forum Corum Landscape Project by Türkan Erdem Landscape

Highly Commended

Architecture and Design Studio & T+T Design BV.

Office Interior

Tema Istanbul Showroom Landscape by Yazgan Design

 Dardanel Administration Building by Alatas Architecture & Consulting

Architecture Co. Ltd. Commercial Renovation/Redevelopment

Dap Valley by Dap Yapi

Highly Commended

Dunya Group by Dogru Tasarim Mimarlik Kalekent by RSG

Highly Commended

Maltepe Royal Centre by Dap Yapi

Highly Commended

Highly Commended

Palm City Mersin Shopping Center

Property Consultancy

by RETFUND - AERIUM Turkey

 EVA Real Estate Appraisal Consultancy

Development Marketing Highly Commended

IstanbulMarin by Dap Yapi

Highly Commended

Cushman & Wakefield Turkey

Public Service Architecture

Hotel Architecture

 Bursa Court House Campus by Sozuneri Architectural Studio

 Vogue Hotel Bodrum by M-Ofis Architects

Highly Commended

Bursa Metropolitan Stadium by Sozuneri Architectural Studio

Highly Commended

Turkey Ministry of Transport and Maritime Affairs and

Highly Commended

Dosso Dossi Hotels Downtown by B Design

Highly Commended

Yesimtasi Termal Otel by Efekta Mimarlik Yapi End. San. Tic. Ltd. Sti.

Communication Building by Ven Architecture Public Services Development

Hotel Interior

 Dap Valley by Dap Yapi

 Edition Istanbul Hotel by Gabellini Sheppard Associates LLP

Real Estate Agent

Industrial Development  TRI˙OS 2023 by PULSAR ˙I NS¸. AS¸. & KURUMAHMUTOG˘LU

Highly Commended

˙I NS¸. LTD.

 KÖY (The Village) by Siyahkalem Engineering Construction

Interior Design Apartment  Rooms Galata Apartment by B Design

Seaside Alanya Real Estate

Residential Development Industry & Trade Co. Ltd. Highly Commended

Sinpas GYO Bursa Modern by SINPAS REIT

Highly Commended

Karamustafaoglu House by Dogru Tasarim Mimarlik

Highly Commended

Iconova by Sireci Acarsan Insaat Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S.

Highly Commended

Qent Istinye by Toya Real Estate & Construction Inc.

Residential High-rise Architecture

Interior Design Private Residence

 Iconova by Sireci Acarsan Insaat Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S.

 Istinye House by Koray Yavuzer Mimarlik

Highly Commended

Point Bornova by Derinyesil Architects

Interior Design Show Home

Highly Commended

ONS Incek Residences by Yazgan Design Architecture Co. Ltd.

Highly Commended

Mavera Basaksehir by Gonye Proje Tasarim

Leisure Architecture

Residential Landscape Architecture Highly Commended

 Trump Cadde by GAD Global Architectural Development

NEF 11 Landscape Project by Türkan Erdem Landscape Architecture and Design Studio

Highly Commended

IstanbulMarin by Dap Yapi

Retail Architecture

Highly Commended

The Seed Multifunctional Concert Hall by NSMH

 Keypark by Ven Architecture

Leisure Interior

Highly Commended

 Sodexo Armoni / Istanbul by Ongun+Caglayan

Retail Development

Forum Kapadokya by ERA Planning Architecture Consulting Ltd

Architecture&Design

 Forum Kayseri Shopping Center by Union Investment

Highly Commended

Setup Cafe by B Design

Highly Commended

Highly Commended

Mocca Cafe by Ongun+Caglayan Architecture&Design

Palm City Mersin Shopping Center

by RETFUND - AERIUM Turkey

Mixed-use Architecture

Retail Interior

 Esas Aeropark by Tabanlıog¯lu Architects

Highly Commended

Valeron Shop by Serpil Cerrahoglu + Fulin Guzeldere

Highly Commended

Mistral Izmir Project by DNA Mimarlik

Highly Commended

Tanca Kids by SKM Projects+

Highly Commended

Torba Resort Villas & Beach Club by GAD Global

Safe Home Award

Architectural Development

 KÖY (The Village) by Siyahkalem Engineering Construction

Mixed-use Development  TRI˙OS 2023 by PULSAR ˙I NS¸. AS¸. & KURUMAHMUTOG˘LU

Industry & Trade Co. Ltd.

˙I NS¸. LTD.

Ukraine

Highly Commended

IstanbulMarin by Dap Yapi

Interior Design Private Residence

Highly Commended

Zorlu Center Project by Zorlu Property Group

 Belle Epoque by Dreamdesign

New Hotel Construction & Design

Residential High-rise Development

 Burgu (Twist) Tower by Dap Yapi

Highly Commended

Highly Commended

TangoTower by Dap Yapi

Obolon Residences by Dragon-Ukrainian Properties & Development

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Overall European Property Award Winners These companies represent the top winners across Europe. Each of these will go on to compete in the overall International Property Awards to determine the World’s Best in each category.

Best Apartment Europe The Penthouse at Opera by Askanis Group of Companies

Best New Small Hotel Construction & Design Europe Portals Hills Boutique Hotel by Finest Selection Group

Best Architecture Multiple Residence Europe LEGEND. by R.Evolution City

Best Office Architecture Europe Seba Office Boulevard by Koray Yavuzer Mimarlik

Best Architecture Single Residence Europe Mirabello Blue Gulf Villa by Europlan Real Estate Developers

Best Office Interior Europe Port Plaza Moscow by Olga Glazunova Interiors (Art Impress Ltd.)

Best Commercial High-rise Architecture Europe Adam Tower by Dap Yapi

Best Property Consultancy Europe Urban Oasis

Best Commercial High-rise Development Europe IstanbulMarin by Dap Yapi

Best Property Single Unit Europe New Aloes by Fairhomes Group

Best Commercial Renovation/Redevelopment Europe Secret Garden Berlin by Moritz Gruppe

Best Public Service Architecture Europe Bursa Court House Campus by Sozuneri Architectural Studio

Best Development Marketing Europe Secret Garden Berlin by Moritz Gruppe

Best Public Service Interior Europe Lobbies and public spaces of “Dominion” Res by iq_studio

Best Hotel Architecture Europe Vogue Hotel Bodrum by M-Ofis Architects

Best Public Services Development Europe Erzsébet Square by Erzsébet Vagyonkezelö Kft.

Best Hotel Interior Europe Hotel Tobaco by EC-5 Architects

Best Real Estate Agency Europe Colliers International Greece

Best Industrial Development Europe Ingersoll Rand Ovcary-Kolin by Goodman Czech Republic s.r.o.

Best Real Estate Agency Marketing Europe Deluxe Property Marketing Soutions by Kalinka Real Estate Consulting Group

Best Interior Design Apartment Europe Between Sky and Earth by Architect Nana Hernandez Getashvili, NG Galaxy Holding GmbH Best Interior Design Private Residence Europe Belle Epoque by Dreamdesign Best Leisure Architecture Europe Trump Cadde by GAD Global Architectural Development Best Leisure Development Europe Stejarii Country Club by S.C. Medusa Hotel International S.R.L.

Best Real Estate Agency Website Europe www.portugalproperty.com by PortugalProperty.com Best Residential Development Europe KÖY (The Village) by Siyahkalem Engineering Construction Industry & Trade Co. Ltd. Best Residential High-rise Architecture Europe Iconova by Sireci Acarsan Insaat Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S. Best Residential High-rise Development Europe Solar System by Urban Group

Best Leisure Interior Europe Sodexo Armoni / Istanbul by Ongun+Caglayan Architecture&Design

Best Residential Renovation/Redevelopment Europe St.Nickolas by VESPER

Best Mixed-use Architecture Europe Esas Aeropark by Tabanlıog¯lu Architects

Best Retail Architecture Europe Keypark by Ven Architecture

Best Mixed-use Development Europe TRI˙OS 2023 by PULSAR ˙I NS¸. AS¸. & KURUMAHMUTOG˘LU ˙I NS¸. LTD.

Best Retail Development Europe Forum Kayseri Shopping Center by Union Investment

Best New Hotel Construction & Design Europe DoubleTree by Hilton Lodz by TOYA GROUP

Best Retail Interior Europe Archivio Dondup by Fortebis Group European Property Awards 65

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Announcing The Americas’ Best Property Professionals…

This year’s competition is really heating up as we reveal the winners from our second region of the world. During the next few weeks our extensive panel of judges chaired by three active members of the UK’s House of Lords: Lord Caithness, Lord Best and Lord Courtown, will complete their annual quest to find companies showing exemplary levels of innovation, flair and eco-awareness across the remaining regions.

Fulfilling all these factors perfectly, Best Single Unit Property was won by ‘Idyll Moments’ at Royal Westmoreland in Barbados, which also took the crown of Best Golf Development. This aptly named villa features a superb layout, high quality finishes and every modern amenity within a stunning gated, golfing estate.

The Watercolours in Grand Cayman was also successful in being awarded both Best Residential Development and Best Apartment. ‘Grand Residence’ is a palatial sevenbedroom apartment with panoramic views while the development itself is built to the highest specification and offers residents bespoke services.

Best Apartment Interior Design went to ‘Espace St-Dominique’ in Montreal, Canada

by Anne Sophie Goneau Design. This condominium within a 1920’s industrial building has been transformed into a monochromatic masterpiece.

Many congratulations to these companies and all award winners listed within this publication. May I also remind entrants that they are invited to participate in our forthcoming Property Summits in Dubai and London. Companies in related businesses as well as members of the public are also welcome to attend. Please visit our website www.propertyawards.net for dates, locations and how to register.

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Sponsors Judges Hammond Residential Real Estate Servicios Pangea / Supratera SA DE CV Cynthia Pimentel Duarte Arquitetura & Design Great Gulf / Tuscany Ridge Developments Inc Studio Otto Felix Simone Mantovani Arquitetura D’Alessio Inspired Architectural Designs Carranza y Ruiz Arquitectos Arup Datta Architect Ltd Gantous Arquitectos ActDesign Inc Aplenosol João Armentano Arquitetura Ltda Anne Hepfer Designs, Inc. Design Cayman Architects Carlos Rossi Arquitetura The WaterColours Promociones Industriales De Queretaro SA CV Desarrollos Residenciales Turisticos S.A de C.V. Di Vece Arquitectos Montserrat Development Corporation Rio Exclusive 2014 Americas Property Award Winners

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2014-2015 International Property Awards Judges Chairmen Lord Best

The Earl of Caithness

The Earl of Courtown

Sir David Michells

Ian Aitch Architecture Journalist

David Graham Grahams Hi-Fi

Duncan Macarthur Hotel Solutions Partnership

Paul Scrivener MCM Architecture

Peter Anscombe Hotel Finance

Ian Graham Hotel Consultant

Steve Macfarlane Stonegres

Judith Baker Travel Writer & Editor

Susan Grossman Journalist

Felix Mara Editor of Architects Journal

Helen Shield Editor-in-Chief, International Property & Travel magazine

Xuelin Bates Chinese Property Consultant

Simon Hamilton Managing Director, Simon Hamilton & Associates Ltd

Julia Marozzi Bentley Motors

Judging Panel

Peter Bolton-King Group Director, RICS Doreen Boulding Founder, DMB Consultants Russell Bragg Bragg & Co Stephen Brownless Gaggenau Peter Bush CEO, New Swansea Bay Xavier Calloc’h Director, Yacht Investor John Cetra Architect, CetraRuddy Architecture Ian Chalk ORMS Architecture Matthew Clare Building Consultant Sean Cochrane Cochrane Design Andrew Cockburn Design Director, International Property Media Katrina Craig Hotel Development Consultant David Dalby Former CEO, RICS Johnny Dunford Global Commercial Director, RICS James Dunford-Wood Hotel Consultant Imtiaz Farookhi Former CEO, NHBC Fred Finn Guinness World Record holder for most travelled person Will Gibbs MD, KLC School of Design

Julia Hands Hotelier Michael Harris Editor, Golf Monthly Richard Hartshorn NHBC Sean Hatcher MCM Architecture Amanda Hills Hills Balfour PR Daniel Hopwood Architect John Hunter Tenhurst Ian Jenkins Director of Research, University of Applied Sciences, Switzerland Rebecca Johnson Consultant, Bloomberg Television Tom Jones Architect, Populous Mike Jordan Cornish Stairways International Jill Keene Editor, International Property & Travel magazine Dawn Kitchener Interior Designer Brian Lawrence Director, Brian Lawrence Ltd James Lawton Colefax & Fowler Paul Lewis Architect, Altham Lewis Architects Andrew Link Chief Operating Officer, Construction Industry Council

James Mattin Managing Partner, Bond Wolfe Dr William Maxwell Institute of Travel Tony Mcguirk Architect Guy Medd Chosen Group Luis Montfort Porcelanosa Christian Morris Consultant, Aukett Fitzroy Robinson Laura Nixey Aston Martin PR Simon Numphud AA Hotel Services

Janine Stone Interior Designer Patrick Story Design Director, Casa Forma Gary Strong RICS Technical Standards Mark Taylor Interior Designer Paul Taylor Residential Faculty, RICS Sue Timney President, BIDA Tricia Topping Director, Carlyle Consultants Steve Turek Assistant Commissioner, London Fire Brigade Jo Vickers JV Public Relations

Helen Oldfield Founder, Affinity PR

Anthony Walker Deputy Director, Property Team, Education Funding Agency

Andrew Panting Director of Operations, British Property Federation

Nick Watson Daily Telegraph

Edward Park Park Designed Penny Patterson Interior Designer Stephen Rees Coutts Banking Real Estate Renuka Reins Fueng Shui expert David Reynolds Project Management & Quantity Surveyor, and Board Member, RICS Philippe Rossiter Former CEO, Institute of Hospitality

Eleanor Weaver Cochrane Design Gillian Wheatcroft PR Marketing Belen White Cochrane Design Stuart Wilsdon Wilsdon Design Associates Gail Wright Commercial Manager, Miele Benedict Zucchi Architect, BDP

Nancy Ruddy Architect, CetraRuddy Architecture Patrick Sanigar Architect, Space Shuffle

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BEST OFFICE ARCHITECTURE USA Eaton Center by Pickard Chilton

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BEST INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE CANADA Aldo House by Prototype Design Lab

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BEST HOTEL INTERIOR USA Loews Regency Hotel by Rottet Studio

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BEST INTERIOR DESIGN APARTMENT CANADA Espace St-Dominique by Anne Sophie Goneau Design

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BEST INTERIOR DESIGN APARTMENT CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA YOO Panama by YOO

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BEST OFFICE ARCHITECTURE CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Corujas by FGMF Arquitetos

16 Americas Property Awards

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BEST OFFICE INTERIOR USA DonorsChoose.org by Eight Inc.

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BEST GOLF DEVELOPMENT USA BEST LEISURE DEVELOPMENT USA Huntsman Springs by Huntsman Springs Inc.

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 BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY MASSACHUSETTS, USA Hammond Residential Real Estate

 BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY MARKETING MASSACHUSETTS, USA Hammond Residential Real Estate

HIGHLY COMMENDED BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY WEBSITE MASSACHUSETTS, USA www.HammondRE.com

by Hammond Residential Real Estate

Hammond Residential Real Estate

Hammond is recognized as an

was founded in 1991 by Saul Cohen

industry leader for its innovative and

and Joseph Hare. The company was

multi-dimensional marketing platform.

established with the vision to attract the

The company is well-known for its

region’s top agents and provide them

dominant direct mail program, as well

with world-class marketing and support

as for its robust online, interactive

services. Starting with just one office

presence. With a focus on maximizing

and three agents, Hammond has grown

listing exposure and brand recognition,

to service over 96 communities out of

Hammond consistently markets to

16 offices, and boasts a roster of over

a well-targeted audience while

400 agents and staff.

creating a strong brand impression.

Since its founding, Hammond

Consumers identify Hammond with the

has assembled one of the top key

best the market has to offer: superior

management teams in the United

service, dedicated professionals, and

States with a combined 181 years of

successful results.

experience. Saul Cohen, president and

Hammond’s state-of-the-art website

co-founder, is a life-long resident of

www.hammondre.com takes exceptional

Newton and began his real estate career

local and regional exposure to national

in 1973. Since moving into management

and international levels. It provides a

in 1982, he has been a leader in the

comprehensive resource for consumers

industry, setting high standards of

to gather real-time information

performance and developing the creative

concerning all Hammond listings as well

marketing which has built a national

as information pertaining to the Greater

reputation for Hammond and placed the

Boston market and beyond. It receives

company among the top 100 real estate

nearly 900,000 consumer views each

firms in the United States.

year and offers direct, easy to navigate

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 BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY MASSACHUSETTS, USA Hammond Residential Real Estate

 BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY MARKETING MASSACHUSETTS, USA Hammond Residential Real Estate

access to the finest properties and real

addition to being known as the premier

estate professionals in Greater Boston.

sales firm in and around greater Boston,

Hammond is known as the premier

since its inception Hammond has had

residential real estate company in and

a separate group of residential leasing

around Greater Boston. Ranked by

specialists established to service the real

Real Trends magazine as one of the

estate needs of landlords and tenants.

most productive per agent firms in the

This division, known as The Hammond

country, the company is recognized for

Rental Group, is well-versed in all aspects

its commitment to providing superior

of the business of residential rentals.

service, in addition to its strong marketing

closely with its sales associates to provide

the top producers in Greater Boston

a seamless transition from the leasing

and the company’s network and unique

to the sales or buying experience.

resources provide its clients with

Additionally, Hammond’s Relocation

unrivalled advantages, Hammonds wide

Department represents sellers who

array of services includes residential

benefit from the company’s long-standing

sales, rentals, global relocation services

referral affiliations, targeted mailings

and referrals.

and corporate contacts with hospitals,

Hammond agents market a diverse

BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY WEBSITE MASSACHUSETTS, USA www.HammondRE.com

by Hammond Residential Real Estate

Hammond’s rental specialists work

platform. Hammond agents are among

array of properties at all price points. In

HIGHLY COMMENDED

universities, regional companies and recruiting firms.

Hammond Residential Real Estate 826 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467, USA t: +1 617 731 4644 f: +1 617 566 8379 e: Hammond@hammondre.com w: www.HammondRE.com Americas Property Awards 21

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Mexico A RC H I T E C T U R E

BEST GOLF COURSE CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Golf Zibata

by Pangea Desarrolladora Inmobiliaria S.A.P.I. de C.V.

 BEST GOLF COURSE MEXICO Golf Zibata

by Pangea Desarrolladora Inmobiliaria S.A.P.I. de C.V.

Zibata Golf is the first of its kind

concept is a radial change to the

in Mexico. It is part of Zibata, a

current golfing environment but one

development project consisting of

which is considered both necessary and

more than 1,000 hectares of mixed-

worthwhile. It is hoped that Zibata Golf

use land. Zibata is another successful

will become a model for future investors

project by Supraterra, one of the most

and help extend the scope of golf to

important developers in the centre of

middle class families in Mexico.

Mexico with many years of experience.

Golf is one of the most popular

Designed with the concept of a ‘planned

sports in the world and its courses

community’, Zibata is one of the most

offer superb landscaped surroundings

ambitious residential and commercial

which are often used for the

projects in the city.

development of hotels, sports clubs and

The most outstanding feature of

residential projects. In this case, Zibata

Zibata Golf is its concept, which is to

Golf provides the most spectacular

create a first class golf course open to

views for the Zibata development. It is

the general public with accessible green

located in Queretaro which is the best

fees – making it unique in Mexico. Players

located city in Mexico due to the main

don’t have to be residents of Zibata or

commercial, industrial and tourist routes

buy a membership – they don’t even

passing through it. The city has also been

have to buy their own equipment as golf

named as a UNESCO World Heritage

clubs and buggies can be hired for a very

Site since 1996.

reasonable price.

Golf is a minority and elitist

The golf course was designed by Carter Morrish and Rafael Alarcon

sport which has developed through

who are known throughout the

predominantly private courses. This

world for their expertise. Through a

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BEST GOLF COURSE CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Golf Zibata

by Pangea Desarrolladora Inmobiliaria S.A.P.I. de C.V.

 BEST GOLF COURSE MEXICO Golf Zibata

by Pangea Desarrolladora Inmobiliaria S.A.P.I. de C.V.

sustainable design, respecting the original

completed. This includes nine holes,

topography and taking special care not

three lakes, a pitch and putt, driving

to harm the native plant species, Zibata

range, academy, pro-shop, club house,

Golf endeavours to maintain in balance

parking lot and cart storage. The

with the natural habitat. It also meets

construction of the remaining nine holes

broader environmental standards by

is projected to start at the end of 2014

using treated water and preserving the

with completion of the entire project by

area’s biodiversity by controlling the use

late 2015.

of agrochemicals.

The Zibata Golf course was

The finished course will have 18-holes par 72, distributed across

opened to the general public on

80 hectares and championship tees

September 19th 2013, getting an

measuring 7,455 yards. Its three lakes

extraordinary acceptance by the general

extend to more than three hectares and

public and players and is now considered

the practice range of 330 yards long by

by many to be the best course in the

110 yards wide, has a capacity for up to

area. Currently, almost 70 per cent of

60 people simultaneously and will be

the Zibata Golf project has been

floodlit in the near future.

Servicios Pangea / Supratera SA DE CV Circuito Universidades s/n El Marques, Queretaro, Mexico t: +52 442 294 2282 e: informes@zibatagolf.com w: www.zibatagolf.com Americas Property Awards 23

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 BEST INTERIOR DESIGN APARTMENT BRAZIL VILA NOVA CONCEICAO RESIDENCE

by Cynthia Pimentel Duarte Arquitetura & Design

Cynthia Pimentel Duarte Arquitetura &

Travertino Navona marble floors

Design was commissioned to create the

were chosen for ease of maintenance

interior design for an apartment in Vila

and casual elegance while a palette of

Nova Conceicao, Sao Paulo, Brazil. The

light colours was used for the walls,

main challenge for the 250m² apartment

contemporary furniture, furnishings

was to meet the many expectations of

and rugs. Two antique chairs contrast

the client, a successful businesswoman

beautifully with the modern elements

with two daughters. Appreciating fine

such as the pair of white Loom chairs

art and quality furniture, she wanted

in laser cut leather, mirror centre tables

to entertain friends elegantly within a

and black Murano table lamp. A reef

comfortable and functional family home.

suspension hanging chandelier in stainless

The solution devised by the

steel and ceramic foam gives a further

accomplished interior design company

eccentric and contemporary touch to

was to create one shared ambient

the dining room. All these elements,

to encompass the living, dining, home

combined with works of art by well

theatre and veranda areas. These spaces

respected artists and a lighting design

were all connected for the free flow of

using directional lamps to enhance the

São Paulo, Brazil

guests yet provided maximum room

paintings, helped to create the desired

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while preserving the identity of each one.

artistic and elegant ambience.

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Canada DE VELOPMENT

BEST RESIDENTIAL HIGH-RISE DEVELOPMENT CANADA One Bloor

by Great Gulf

 BEST RESIDENTIAL HIGH-RISE DEVELOPMENT CANADA One Bloor

by Great Gulf

One Bloor Toronto is an impressive

tower with sculpted, undulating balconies.

high-rise residential project by the

These frit glass balconies pinwheel around

developer Great Gulf. Strategically

the building, increasing in size for the

placed at the south-east corner of Yonge

preferential corner units, while capitalizing

Street and Bloor Street, its prestigious

on view and light.

location has two converging subway

Luxurious interiors are the vision

lines below and marks the threshold of

of Ceconni Simone and feature

Canada’s premier shopping district.

seamless dine-cook-live spaces and

Balancing the high density of the

designer bathrooms. Spa-like amenities

area, One Bloor complements this

occupy two levels and an expansive

iconic corner with a stylish and modern

amenity deck consisting of two pools

streetscape and dramatic tower. Set

surrounded by densely planted trees and

back from the podium, the tower allows

outdoor cabanas create a recreational

for a sense of drama and grandeur and

oasis for residents.

offers residents of practically every suite incomparable views of the city beyond.

Featuring architecture by David

Without doubt, One Bloor is poised to become a true global address. It has already proved an award-winning success

Great Gulf / Tuscany Ridge Developments Inc

Pontarini of award-winning Hariri Pontarini

with 75% of units selling within just nine

Architects, the building comprises a multi-

months of opening and, as of mid-2014,

3751 Victoria Park Avenue,

level podium and 75-storey residential

the project was over 95% sold.

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Brazil INTERIOR DESIGN

HIGHLY COMMENDED INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE BRAZIL FL House

by Studio Otto Felix

Studio Otto Felix regards architecture

Studio Otto Felix’s solution was

as a form of art and takes pride in

to mix Brazilian contemporary design,

offering sophistication and innovation

which already has a warmer feel than

integrated with its designs. The

many other styles, with more traditional

company was commissioned to

elements and an elegant colour

transform the interiors of FL House,

scheme. The dining room features

a Palladian property in Sao Paulo, Brazil,

a buffet by Studio Bola and Aristeu

into a contemporary, yet ultimately

Pires chairs to provide the required

cosy, home.

contemporary touches while the living

The clients’ daughters had moved abroad with their children and so, finding themselves alone, the couple decided to

room has modern grey armchairs by Jader Almeida.

As the porch is part of the façade,

change the classic style of their home’s

traditional options were selected, yet

social areas. The main challenge for Studio

the wooden table in Provencal style,

Otto Felix was to create a style that

breaks this style in a subtle manner. The

was modern without appearing overly

bedroom was subject to a more drastic

minimalistic; it had to retain a warm,

change and was given a grey, rather

family friendly atmosphere for when the

masculine design along with some gentler

grandchildren visited.

forms to give harmony to the space.

Studio Otto Felix Rua Doutor Heitor Penteado, 1029, Joaquim Egídio – Campinas/SP, 13.108.002 - Brazil t: +55 19 3298 6678 e: otto@ottofelix.com.br w: www.ottofelix.com.br Americas Property Awards 27

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BEST ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Baroneza Residence

by Simone Mantovani

 BEST ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE BRAZIL Baroneza Residence

by Simone Mantovani

Simone Mantovani Arquitetura follows

The physical integration of the

the philosophy that style represents the

spaces, featuring few walls, straight lines,

consequence of a thought developed

open spans and transparency, were

into a project. With Baroneza Residence,

the design’s conceptual and aesthetic

the client’s request was for the company

guidelines. The structure was based on

to design a weekend home where he

distinct functional blocks: main access-

could enjoy the exuberant nature of

garage-domestic-staff quarters, main

the gated community, as well as get-

living area, services area, family

togethers with family and friends in a

bedrooms and guestrooms. These

modern, integrated space.

elements were overlaid in different

Located between the towns of Itatiba and Braganca Paulista in Brazil,

levels and intercommunicated through flat stairways.

the property’s total area amounts to

Family bedrooms have a private

3,150m². Approximately 900m² of this

garden and face the morning sun, while

has been allocated for construction

guest rooms are located on a higher

including the swimming pool area.

floor for more privacy. A family room

The architectural design process was

complete with dressing room has also

developed based on bold design, which

been integrated into the main living space

Simone Mantovani Arquitetura

strongly emphasizes spatial integration,

and the entire services area connects

external and internal integration, natural

with the main living space in a discreet

Avenida 9 de Julho 5017 cj 41,

illumination and open spaces.

and functional manner.

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United States of America A RC H I T E C T U R E

HIGHLY COMMENDED ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE PENNSYLVANIA, USA Cote d’Azur

by D’Alessio Inspired Architectural Designs

HIGHLY COMMENDED

D’Alessio Inspired Architectural Designs

provide a light and airy ambience to

is an international legacy builder/

the living areas. A sweeping staircase

developer, renowned for award-winning,

leads to en suite bedrooms while a Juliet

exquisite haute couture, bespoke

balcony ‘hovers’ over the grandeur of this

architectural interior millwork and

spectacular room.

exterior masonry details that create

D’Alessio’s award-winning landscape

one-of-a-kind luxury mansion estates

design involves the seamless extension

and châteaux.

of indoor living spaces integrating them

This property with stunning views

RESIDENTIAL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE PENNSYLVANIA, USA 5-Star Backyard Landscape Oasis

by D’Alessio Inspired Architectural Designs

into an outdoor, relaxing, five-star resort

of the Delaware River and Canal

styled backyard oasis. Designed for a

forms a perfect example. The client

three-generational family to have fun

has three young children and wanted a

and entertain, the project makes use of

European styled, comfortable yet elegant,

a 10,000 square feet, unusable wooded

sophisticated home for modern living.

area. A pool/spa was designed as the

Therefore, the French inspired, intimate

focal point and is surrounded by elegant

family residence features an open plan

terraces and patios. The impressive

first floor with a great room as the

landscape design creates new access

central focus. French doors open on to

points from indoor rooms as well as a

D’Alessio Inspired Architectural Designs

a terrace with river views and two and

garden ‘moon gate’ entrance from the

217 Thompson Street,

a half story, floor to ceiling windows

motor court.

Suite 414, New York, NY 10012, USA t: +1 646 937 4391 f: +1 212 673 5160 e: Info@BuiltByDAlessio.com w: www.BuiltByDalessio.com Americas Property Awards 29

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Mexico A RC H I T E C T U R E

HIGHLY COMMENDED ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE MEXICO Rancho Albero

by Carranza y Ruiz Arquitectos

Rancho Albero

HIGHLY COMMENDED OFFICE ARCHITECTURE MEXICO Jones Day Mexico City Office

by Carranza y Ruiz Arquitectos

Jones Day

Founded in Mexico City in 1982,

Jones Day

With Jones Day’s new office in

Carranza y Ruiz Arquitectos’ mission

Mexico City, Carranza y Ruiz capitalised

is to create the best contemporary

on its unbeatable location adjacent to

Mexican architecture with each

the Angel of Independence monument

project being unique and with its

on Paseo de la Reforma. Situated

own character.

amid some of Mexico’s most important

Rancho Albero in Tepeji del Rio,

buildings, including the Mexican Stock

Mexico is one such project based on

Exchange and Senate of the Republic,

the requirement for a family’s country

the Reforma 342 tower is ideal for

house (or ranch) to accommodate up to

a reputable law firm with 39 established

20 people. The clients wanted to spend

offices across five continents.

weekends and holidays there and enjoy

Key areas include the reception

the benefits of its natural landscape and

directly after the elevators where clients

contemporary design. Carranza y Ruiz’s

can feel the warmth of the Mexican

concept for the property mainly centres

colour palette and appreciate the

Carranza y Ruiz Arquitectos

on the separation of areas. This enables

spectacular views of the city. Elegant and

Av. de la Palma #8 int 502,

it to function well when there are few

efficient, the new offices offer excellent

Interlomas,

people in residence but also separates

communication between all the various

San Fernando La Herradura,

the different environments successfully

interdisciplinary teams with a systematic

Estado de México,

when there are many people staying.

design to improve work processes.

52787 Mexico t: +52 (55) 5290 2829 f: +52 (55) 5290 7699 e: contacto@carranzayruiz.com w: www.carranzayruiz.com 30 Americas Property Awards

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Canada A RC H I T E C T U R E

BEST RETAIL ARCHITECTURE CANADA South Pointe Lexus

by ARUP DATTA ARCHITECT LTD.

South Pointe Lexus



South Pointe Lexus

Callaghan Ravines

Arup Datta Architect specializes in

Blackmud Creek ravine, the surrounding

high quality architectural design and

landscape has been brought into the

prime consulting services for master

site and complemented by high quality,

planning, mixed use, commercial, and

aesthetically pleasing architecture.

residential projects.

The first of the company’s two latest

Lexus South Pointe is a unique, one of a kind car dealership in Edmonton,

award-winning projects is Callaghan

Alberta. While all Lexus showrooms have

Ravines, Edmonton a heritage resort-

the sharp feature canopy as a trademark

style, signature multi-family project with

design element, Arup Datta wrapped this

a total of 353 units. Sensitive to the

around the full perimeter of the building

requirements of local planning guidelines,

beautifully.

the development takes full advantage

BEST RETAIL ARCHITECTURE CANADA South Pointe Lexus

by ARUP DATTA ARCHITECT LTD.

HIGHLY COMMENDED ARCHITECTURE MULTIPLE RESIDENCE CANADA Callaghan Ravines

by ARUP DATTA ARCHITECT LTD.

The sides of the building are finished

of its stunning views of Blackmud Creek

in high quality materials and glazing

ravine and the surrounding south vistas.

while a feature corner is anchored by

The project has been designed

an illuminated car display tower which

to transition the masses and vary the

stands out as an architectural statement

building heights and orientations so as

day and night. Attracting attention to the

ARUP DATTA ARCHITECT LTD

to have minimal impact on the adjacent

fine cars on sale, the spectacular building

1909 – 10th Avenue SW,

low-density residential neighbourhoods.

acts as a strongly positive marketing tool

Calgary,

By using the natural contours of

for the brand.

Alberta, T3C 0K3, Canada t: +1 403 244 8818 f: +1 403 244 8982 e: adal@telus.net w: www.adal.ca Americas Property Awards 31

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Mexico A RC H I T E C T U R E

BEST RESIDENTIAL HIGH-RISE ARCHITECTURE CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Torres Panorama

by Gantous Arquitectos

Torres Panorama

 BEST RESIDENTIAL HIGH-RISE ARCHITECTURE MEXICO Torres Panorama

by Gantous Arquitectos

 BEST ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE MEXICO Casa ML

by Gantous Arquitectos

HIGHLY COMMENDED ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE MEXICO Casa SJ

by Gantous Arquitectos

Casa ML

Casa SJ

Since 1992, Gantous Arquitectos (GA)

luxurious. It has three levels to afford city

has positioned itself as a leader in

views, yet spaces flow openly between

contemporary architecture and interior

a formal living room, inviting family area

design as these three award-winning

and glamorous central staircase. Walls

projects demonstrate.

assert imposing structural volume in steel,

Panorama Towers is a hilltop

glass, stone and concrete but also create

residential complex consisting of four

a delicacy that veils the structure’s multi-

towers within the new suburb of

level volume.

Altozano, overlooking the beautiful city of

SJ Residence, in a prestigious area of

Morelia. Rising 13 storeys high, GA gave

Guadalajara, Mexico, represents one of

each tower a ‘butterfly’ shaped footprint

GA’s most successful fusions of interior

to overcome northern exposures and

and exterior space. Its T-shaped structure

maximize light, warmth and city skyline

is solid at level two yet almost transparent

vistas for every unit. Superior amenities

on level one. This serves as a gate leading

include a large gym, multi-purpose room,

to spectacular, terraced rear gardens and

gardens and play areas.

a sunken travertine pool. The living/dining

ML Residence’s narrow plot called

area opens completely to the outdoors

Gantous Arquitectos

for design solutions to suit the owners’

via glass pocket doors while a cosy

Calle Dos 2,

casual lifestyle while being dramatic and

outdoor lounge ‘floats’ above the pool.

Reforma Social, Mexico City 11650, Mexico t: +52 55 5202 8852 f: +52 55 5202 0438 e: info@gantousarquitectos.com w: www.gantousarquitectos.com 32 Americas Property Awards

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Canada INTERIOR DESIGN

HIGHLY COMMENDED INTERIOR DESIGN APARTMENT CANADA Loft Old Montreal

by ActDesign

Loft Old Montreal

HIGHLY COMMENDED

St-Sauveur

Loft Old Montreal

ActDesign was founded by Alain

finish glass serve as décor while walnut

Thibodeau in 1994 and has since

flooring and furnishings balance the

created numerous residential and

colder materials.

commercial projects, all bearing his distinctive signature.

High on a mountain in Quebec, St-Sauveur is a residence dating from

The Loft Old Montreal is in a

the 1980s. ActDesign was commissioned

century-old, former cold store on the

to update both the interior and exterior

edge of Montreal’s old port. Offering

of the building with modernity, refined

the ideal setting for a 21st century

materials and comfort being the

loft, ActDesign first updated the

project’s watchwords.

loft’s structure and installations then

A main priority was to maximize

completely remodeled the kitchen,

the stunning view and create a strong

bathrooms, bedrooms, office and

link to the outside. This was achieved by

walk-in closet.

reversing the levels and enlarging the

A modern art enthusiast, the client

INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE CANADA Home St-Sauveur

by ActDesign

existing windows to extend from floor to

gave ActDesign carte blanche for the

ceiling. All the second-storey living areas

interior design. Based on a horseshoe

including the kitchen, dining room, living

layout, it makes the most of the windows

room, custom wine cellar and tasting area

and minimizes the flow of traffic through

were gathered into one spectacular area

the loft. Marble, porcelain and crystal

surrounded by windows.

ActDesign Inc 34-2065 rue Parthenais, Montreal, Quebec, H2K 3TI, Canada t: +1 514 523 0625 e: info@actdesign.ca w: www.actdesign.ca Americas Property Awards 33

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Mexico A RC H I T E C T U R E

HIGHLY COMMENDED RESIDENTIAL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE MEXICO Garden in Tepoztlan

by Aplenosol

Aplenosol is a leading landscape

Aplenosol’s main challenge, as well

design company in Mexico founded

as its greatest opportunity, has been to

by Kathrin Grimm, Pia Rosado and

understand that this site is a constant

Lorena Iturralde. The company was

work of transformation. There is no

commissioned to become involved with

beginning and no end and commissions

the ongoing planning of a garden in

flow seamlessly. As the family, site and

Tepoztlán, Mexico – a project which has

buildings have evolved, so the garden has

been in progress for 20 years.

expanded around all these aspects.

Set in a dry region with only four

Although there has never been a

months of rain, the garden is irrigated

formal design brief, Aplenosol has realized

exclusively with harvested rainwater

the importance of linking the site to

thanks to the client’s aim of achieving

the surrounding imposing mountains.

an independent and self-sufficient water

All planting has been carefully selected

supply. The property is built on top of a

for colour and texture so that it suits

large lava bed and so volcanic rock dug

the surroundings and can withstand dry

out for the installation of water storage

conditions. Some species have been

cisterns has been used to build attractive

chosen for their sculptural attributes which

walls and paths.

add to the rugged beauty of the garden.

Aplenosol Agua 440, Jardines del Pedregal, Del. Avaro Obregón, 01900 Mexico City t: +52 55 24 57 94 46 e: contacto@aplenosol.mx w: www.aplenosol.mx 34 Americas Property Awards

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Brazil INTERIOR DESIGN

BEST INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Casa Terra / Ground Home

by João Armentano Arquitetura Ltda

 BEST INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE BRAZIL Casa Terra / Ground Home

by João Armentano Arquitetura Ltda João Armentano is a Brazilian architect

The residence is on a 3,634m²

who has been operating in both national

plot with a construction area of

and international markets for over 30

1,245m². It features a large central

years. He specializes in architectural

living room integrated with dining and

and interior design projects covering

outdoor areas (complete with balcony,

the residential, commercial, corporate

gourmet kitchen and swimming pool).

and hospitality segments. By choosing

On the left there are bedrooms and

materials and furnishings that offer

private areas with a large circulation

comfort, elegance and beauty, he meets

around a stunning water mirror lit by

and exceeds the expectations of clients

a skylight glass. A spectacular master

in each new project.

bedroom features its own spa and

The award-winning Casa Terra is in

private winter garden. All the kitchen,

the city of Barueri in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

services and staff areas are placed on

It is owned by a successful businessman

the opposite side.

who is married with three children. His

Highlights of the project include

client brief to Joao Armentano was to

the careful selection of materials, use of

create an extensive, modern home with

natural elements, connection between

spacious living and leisure areas and a

the interiors and garden, abundant

distinct connection between interiors

natural lighting, cross ventilation and

and the garden.

generous openings.

João Armentano Arquitetura Ltda Rua Fidencio Ramos, 101-14 Andar, Sao Paulo 04551-010, Brazil t: +55 11 3048 1299 f: +55 11 3048 1362 e: arquitetura@joaoarmentano.com w: www.joaoarmentano.com Americas Property Awards 35

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United States of America INTERIOR DESIGN

 BEST INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE CALIFORNIA, USA Telegraph Hill, San Francisco

by Anne Hepfer Designs, Inc.

Interior design entrepreneur Anne

California living and comfort were of

Hepfer is known for her keen artistry

utmost importance to the overall look

and tireless devotion to clients. Born in

and feel of the project. Sophisticated, yet

New York City, she draws inspiration

fun, the clients craved colour and a mix

from her cosmopolitan experiences,

of styles, eras, patterns and textures to

fusing elements from a range of periods

juxtapose against a clean backdrop for

and cultures while maintaining a

their beautifully curated art collection.

distinctive and timeless style.

This private residence in Telegraph

A main goal was to replace the small bay side windows with large

Hill, San Francisco, was built in 1960 with

expansive doors and windows to

sweeping 180 degree bay views from the

welcome the outdoors inside. The

Bay Bridge to Alcatraz. This four-storey

ceilings were also opened up to integrate

10,000 square foot original landmark

natural light throughout via skylights.

building required a complete overhaul.

A series of smaller rooms and two

Anne Hepfer Designs spent two and a

apartments were consolidated into one

half years working on it from conception

single family home, while three additional

to final installation in collaboration with

apartments were renovated for use as

the clients and a renowned architect.

guest quarters.

Anne Hepfer Designs, Inc. 1004 Eglinton Avenue West, Toronto, Ontario, M6C 2C5 Canada t: +1 416 800 2485 e: info@annehepfer.com w: www.annehepfer.com 36 Americas Property Awards

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Cayman Islands A RC H I T E C T U R E

BEST ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE CARIBBEAN O’Hara Residence

by Design Cayman Limited

 BEST ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE CAYMAN ISLANDS O’Hara Residence

by Design Cayman Limited

Design Cayman Architects has over

Design Cayman to create an elevated,

20 years of Caribbean experience and

hurricane resistant Jamaican Great House

is led by qualified British architects.

with a viewing tower and an area to

With the motto that ‘Good design

cultivate orchids. Although the choice

elevates the human spirit,’ this full service

of architectural styles in the area is

architectural studio is able to provide

quite diverse, this project is the first to

a hands-on, collaborative approach to

introduce the traditional Great House

creative and tailored architectural design

approach with a significant touch of

solutions, including a complimentary 45

contemporary design.

minute diagnostic consultation.

The two-storey, five-bedroom family

Professional services include

home has three key design elements,

architecture, interior design, project

a double height courtyard garden with

management, development and

shaded louvered bridges connecting the

master planning, PAD applications,

main house to the guest suite and media

conceptual strategies, feasibility studies,

suite; a three-storey circulation tower

construction management and a strong

with observation deck; and the large,

focus on sustainability.

open concept lounge/dining ‘great room’,

The award-winning O’Hara

from which all interior spaces stem.

Residence is located on Patricks Island,

Linked by 18 foot wide sliding doors

an established residential area with

which stack into a wall pocket, the client’s

gated access in Grand Cayman, BWI.

desire for a true indoor/outdoor living

The client’s main requirements were for

experience is realised.

Design Cayman Architects Brian Macdonald ARB, RIBA, ARIAS Chartered Architect 125 Owen Roberts Drive, Breezy Castle U-16, PO Box 10315, Ky1 - 1003, Grand Cayman t: +1 (345) 949 2800 e: brian@design-cayman.ky w: www.design-cayman.ky Americas Property Awards 37

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Brazil INTERIOR DESIGN

BEST INTERIOR DESIGN SHOW HOME CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Riserva Due

by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura



Casa Office 2012

BEST INTERIOR DESIGN SHOW HOME BRAZIL Riserva Due

by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura

 BEST OFFICE INTERIOR BRAZIL Habib’s Headquarters

by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura

HIGHLY COMMENDED OFFICE INTERIOR BRAZIL Casa Office 2012

by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura

Habib’s Headquarters

Riserva Due

Established for over 20 years, Carlos

solution for their headquarters based

Rossi Arquitetura specializes in

in Sao Paulo. The winning solution

innovative and contemporary

was customized spaces with spatial

design solutions worldwide.

functionality bringing the brand’s

Rjz Cyrela, a development company

identity to the spaces. Natural elements

in Rio de Janeiro, invited Carlos Rossi to

and materials brought the outside

design a model home within a high-end

in throughout the office and a large,

residential complex overlooking a golf

centralized meeting point was created for

course. As the gated community is in

informal meetings and research.

an exclusive beach neighbourhood, the

Casa Office is an upscale commercial

project was aimed at a highly luxurious

building in Sao Paulo and features

market. Carlos Rossi Arquitetura’s

different design solutions from selected

concept created a stunning home that

professionals for each corporate

integrated the outside environment,

segment. Carlos Rossi Arquitetura was

bringing the feeling of being close to

responsible for a 363m² area of the

nature inside the spaces.

building. The intimate space shows an

Habib’s is a Brazilian fast food

innovative and sustainable concept, with

Carlos Rossi Arquitetura

company specializing in Middle Eastern

specially selected finishes and furnishings

Rua Funchal 513,

cuisine with more than 475 outlets across

to create a setting emphasizing the

Cj 111,

the country. Carlos Rossi Arquitetura

interrelationships between employees,

Vila Olimpia,

was asked to present the best possible

visitors and collaborators.

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Cayman Islands DE VELOPMENT

BEST APARTMENT CARIBBEAN The Watercolours

by The Watercolours Limited BEST RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT CARIBBEAN The Watercolours

by The Watercolours Limited

 The WaterColours is Grand Cayman’s

suites, private boardroom facilities, state-

most exclusive luxury residence. This

of-the-art oceanfront fitness studio, private

innovative condominium community

massage room, 24-hour security and valet

from the celebrated Caribbean

parking to name a few. The sea-facing,

developer Fraser Wellon is on the

continuous infinity edge pool will offer

world famous Seven Mile Beach. With

more than 200 feet of vanishing edge and

its brilliant design, this distinguished

will complement the transitional design of

new development is constructed to the

the building’s interior and exterior.

highest specifications.

Featuring 60 elegant and stylish

BEST APARTMENT CAYMAN ISLANDS The Watercolours

by The Watercolours Limited

 BEST RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT CAYMAN ISLANDS The Watercolours

by The Watercolours Limited

Customers can choose from three, four, six or seven-bedroom floor plans,

private residences, The WaterColours

ranging from 3,600 to 7,300 square feet.

represents far more than just luxury

All residences are ocean facing with

living; it’s a complete lifestyle of relaxation,

expansive glass balconies maximizing

convenience, quality and service. Residents

unobstructed views of the Caribbean

receive a personalized bespoke level

Sea. The WaterColours’ award-winning

of service catered to their own set of

apartment is known as its ‘Grand

PO Box 31315,

preferences. They will have access to

Residence’. This spectacular seven-

Grand Cayman,

20,000 square feet of common area

bedroom, seven bath and two half-bath

KY1-1206,

amenities within the building’s main

suite totals 7,200 square feet and boasts

Cayman Islands

levels. These include concierge services,

the ultimate in design with panoramic

professionally designed owners’ guest

island views.

The WaterColours

Exclusive listing agent: Kim Lund, RE/MAX Cayman Islands t: +1-345-916-5555 t: +1-345-949-9742 e: info@thewatercolourscayman.com w: www.thewatercolourscayman.com Americas Property Awards 39

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Mexico DE VELOPMENT

BEST INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Parque Industrial Queretaro

by Promociones Industriales de Queretaro S.A de C.V.

 BEST INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT MEXICO Parque Industrial Queretaro

by Promociones Industriales de Queretaro S.A de C.V.

Parque Industrial Queretaro (PIQ)

Kirksey Architecture of Houston, Texas,

in Mexico is Latin America’s leading

all aspects of PIQ have been designed

industrial park. Construction began in

to care for its social and ecological

1997 with an investment of $140 million

surroundings through conservative and

to acquire the land, infrastructure

sustainable use of natural resources.

and basic equipment. That same year,

An effective combination of first-class

the new North American Free Trade

infrastructure and services has provided

Agreement was signed between Canada,

industry spaces that optimize growth and

the USA and Mexico.

business opportunities. Wide roads, green

In 1998, major companies such as Valeo Silvanya, Plexco, Plenco and Beach

been specifically designed to satisfy the

Mold started to invest in PIQ, making

needs of modern industry.

it one of the most important industrial

PIQ also offers a safe, sustainable

parks, not only in Mexico but also Latin

and healthy working environment for

America. Now companies from more than

employees, thus improving their quality

11 industrial sectors and over 16 countries

of life as well as productivity. The park

have set up manufacturing plants within it.

is constantly improving to develop and

Developed by Dasarrollos

Promociones Industriales De Queretaro SA CV

areas and specialist industrial plots have

empower new technologies to ensure

Residenciales Turisticos (DRT), a leading

companies enjoy better industrial growth

company in Mexico and designed by

and a more effective investment.

Avenida La Montana, No 100 Parque Industrial Queretaro, Queretaro, Mexico t: +52 44222 94850 e: info@piq.com.mx 40 Americas Property Awards

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Mexico DE VELOPMENT

BEST RESIDENTIAL HIGH-RISE DEVELOPMENT CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Juriquilla Towers

by Desarrollos Residenciales Turisticos S.A de C.V.

 BEST RESIDENTIAL HIGH-RISE DEVELOPMENT MEXICO Juriquilla Towers

by Desarrollos Residenciales Turisticos S.A de C.V. Established in Mexico in 1993,

including a gym, semi Olympic pool,

Desarrollos Residenciales Turisticos

outdoor pool, spa bath, steam rooms,

(DRT) is considered one of the

saunas and snack bar. Both towers

country’s leading developers

share a green area of over 11,000m², an

with successful projects covering

artificial lake of 1,800m² that acts as a

residential, hotel, warehouse, mall

central attraction, a kids’ club, four paddle

and industrial park projects. Juriquilla

tennis courts and a jogging circuit.

Towers, an award-winning high-rise

Setting the benchmark for

residential project by DRT, is located

vertical buildings in the city with its

in the exclusive development area of

contemporary architectural style,

Queretaro city.

Juriquilla Towers provides both heritage

Residents in Juriquilla Towers live

and investment for families and

in the city’s highest and most exclusive

investors. As well as being a luxury

buildings amid a host of luxurious

apartment building, it is also a complete

amenities. The project comprises two

condominium development due to its

towers of 30 floors each with a double

extensive amenities, location and quality

height lobby, 25 floors of standard

of life it offers. In addition, its competitive

apartments and three penthouses, one

pricing range signifies one of the best

with a stunning roof garden. A third

short-term investment options in

building is for sport and aquatic amenities

Queretaro city.

Desarrollos Residenciales Turisticos S.A de C.V. Paseo Jurica No 105, Int 49 Col Jurica CP 76100 Mexico t: +52 44 222 94850 e: jserrano@drt.com.mx w: www.juriquillatowers.com Americas Property Awards 41

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Mexico A RC H I T E C T U R E

HIGHLY COMMENDED PUBLIC SERVICE ARCHITECTURE MEXICO Capilla del Lago

by Di Vece Arquitectos

Capilla del Lago

HIGHLY COMMENDED ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE MEXICO Casa LH

by Di Vece Arquitectos Casa LH

Casa LH

Proving the scope of its architectural

expression of timeless beauty. Its contrast

expertise, Di Vece Arquitectos has

of mass and void relates directly to the

presented two extremely different

sense of protection and serenity that the

award-winning projects.

building provides to its users.

Capilla del Lago in Michoacan,

Casa LH in Jalisco, Mexico is a

Mexico is an ecumenical chapel with

residential project inspired by promoting

a unique architectural concept. This

the supreme well being of its owners

architectural icon features countless

and their three children. Its architectural

disorderly columns supporting the roof

concept revolves around ‘contrasts in

of the chapel. These structures resemble

balance’, responding to both the shape

a group of filaments that, when lit with

and size of the site as well as the family’s

the proper energy, can illuminate earthly

lifestyle needs. The house revolves

lives with a glimpse of heavenly light.

around a central courtyard from which

The chapel seats 250 people and

all the circulation originates. It also

is situated on the shore of a central,

contains water features, plants and

picturesque lake within Lago del Bosque,

trees that connect the interior with

a luxurious residential development also

the exterior. This provides the perfect,

Di Vece Arquitectos

designed by Di Vece. Capilla del Lago’s

tranquil, urban retreat for the family, their

Justo Sierra 2326-2A,

bold simplicity is a humble and pure

friends and relatives.

Ladrón de Guevara cp: 44600, Guadaljajara, Jalisco, Mexico t: +52 (33) 36 151 581 e: taller@divece.mx w: www.divece.mx 42 Americas Property Awards

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Montserrat DE VELOPMENT

HIGHLY COMMENDED LEISURE DEVELOPMENT MONTSERRAT Marine Village

by Montserrat Development Corporation

Following a series of natural disasters

the only large-scale developable site.

including a hurricane and several

Covering approximately 198 acres, it

volcanic eruptions, Montserrat

has been designated as the location

Development Corporation’s (MDC’s)

for Montserrat’s new capital town, an

mission is to help the island by attracting

integrated development of civic, leisure

new international and local investment,

and visitor facilities, a new port and marina.

developing sites and properties and supporting local enterprises.

Marine Village in Little Bay is a

MDC has been given responsibility for the implementation of the entire Little Bay development master plan and

commercial development of four

Marine Village has a unique role within

beachfront, leisure facilities covering

it. Covering 1.25 acres, Marine Village

6,423m² – a dive centre, restaurant and

has a classic Caribbean beach location

bandstand, coffee shop and wine bar

with sand, palm trees, sunsets and a lush,

and sports bar. The site has long been

mountainous backdrop. The underlying

established as a traditional ‘liming’ location

theme of its architectural style reflects

for locals and improved facilities will

local history, culture, architectural heritage

ensure continuity of its social use.

and construction techniques. Natural

In the northern third of the island

materials have been used wherever

where the population and economy are

practicable and all four buildings have

now concentrated, Little Bay represents

outdoor space overlooking the beach.

Montserrat Development Corporation E. Karney Osborne Building, Little Bay, Montserrat t: +1 664 491 4702 e: ibrowne@mdc.ms w: www.investmontserrat.com Americas Property Awards 43

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Americas Property Award Winners 2014-2015 Canada

Barbados (cont.)

Architecture Multiple Residence

Residential Development

Highly Commended

Callaghan Ravines by ARUP DATTA ARCHITECT LTD.

 Royal Apartments

Development Marketing

by Royal Westmoreland - Barbados

 Forest Lakes Country Club by Graham Associates (Global Marketing Solutions)

Cayman Islands

Interior Design Apartment

Apartment

 Espace St-Dominique by Anne Sophie Goneau Design

 The Watercolours by The Watercolours Limited

Highly Commended

Loft Old Montreal by ActDesign

Architecture Single Residence

Highly Commended

Espace St-Denis by Anne Sophie Goneau Design

 O’Hara Residence by Design Cayman Limited

Interior Design Private Residence

Residential Development

 Aldo House by Prototype Design Lab

 The Watercolours by The Watercolours Limited

Highly Commended

Home St-Sauveur by ActDesign

Office Interior Highly Commended

Newalta Corporation by Walker Lawson Interior Design Inc.

Property Consultancy

Cuba Hotel Interior  Hotel Saratoga by Arquitectura de Interiores

 Colliers International Property Consultancy Marketing

Montserrat

 989 West Broadway by Colliers International

Leisure Development

Property Consultancy Website

Highly Commended

 www.collierscanada.com by Colliers International

Marine Village

by Montserrat Development Corporation

Property Single Unit  Serenity by G. D. Nielsen Developments Ltd.

St Kitts & Nevis

Public Service Architecture

Architecture Multiple Residence

Highly Commended

Beaulieu Elementary School by Charest Parenteau & Associés inc.

 The Nevis Hill Club by ECI Wealth Limited

Real Estate Agency

Condominium

 Faith Wilson Group

 The Nevis Hill Club by ECI Wealth Limited

Real Estate Agency Website

New Hotel Construction & Design

 www.faithwilsongroup.com by Faith Wilson Group

 Park Hyatt St. Kitts by Range Developments

Residential High-rise Architecture

Residential Development

Highly Commended

Six50 King West by CORE Architects Inc.

 The Nevis Hill Club by ECI Wealth Limited

Residential High-rise Development  One Bloor by Great Gulf

Turks & Caicos

Retail Architecture

New Small Hotel Construction & Design

 South Pointe Lexus by ARUP DATTA ARCHITECT LTD.

Highly Commended The

Shore Club by The Hartling Group

Retail Interior  Mark Lash Flagship by Burdifilek

Caribbean

Central & South America Argentina Interior Design Apartment

Barbados

 CH Apartment by Adriana Randazzo

Developer Website

Mixed-use Development

 www.royalwestmoreland.com

 Crowne Plaza - Greenville Polo & Resort

by Pereiraola S.A.

by Royal Westmoreland - Barbados Golf Development

New Hotel Construction & Design

 Royal Westmoreland by Royal Westmoreland - Barbados

 Crowne Plaza - Greenville Polo & Resort

Interior Design Private Residence  ‘Umoya’ (Place of Wind), Apes Hill Club

by Stephanie Barnes Interior Design Studio Inc.

by Pereiraola S.A. Office Interior  MH Office by Adriana Randazzo

Property Single Unit

Property Consultancy

 Idyll Moments by Royal Westmoreland - Barbados

Highly Commended

JLL - Jones Lang LaSalle

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Belize

Brazil (cont.)

Developer Website

Office Architecture

 www.sanctuarybelize.com by Sanctuary Belize

 Corujas by FGMF Arquitetos

Mixed-use Development

Highly Commended The

 Sanctuary Belize by Eco-Futures Belize

Office Interior

Belize (cont.)

 Habib’s Headquarters by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura

Real Estate Agency Website Highly Commended

Property Consultancy

by Coldwell Banker Southern Belize Realty

 Rio Exclusive

Coldwell Banker Belize

Residential Development Highly Commended

Casa Office 2012 by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura

www.coldwellbankerbelize.com

Real Estate Agency Highly Commended

Highly Commended

One Building by FarKasVolGyi Arquitetura

Sanctuary Belize by Eco-Futures Belize

Property Single Unit Highly Commended The

Coral by BRIC Group

Real Estate Agency  Town Property Highly Commended

Rio Exclusive

Brazil

Real Estate Agency Marketing

Architecture Single Residence

 Rio Exclusive

 Baroneza Residence by Simone Mantovani

Real Estate Agency Website

Highly Commended The Highly Commended

Coral by BRIC Group

Project 336 by Crisa Santos Arquitetos

Commercial High-rise Architecture Highly Commended

www.saopauloflat.com by Sao Paulo Flat

 Juliana Guzman for Rio Exclusive

Edificio Patio Victor Malzoni

Residential Development

by Botti Rubin Arquitetos Associados

 The Coral by BRIC Group

Commercial Landscape Architecture Highly Commended

Highly Commended

Real Estate Agent

Plaza of Olive Trees by Daniel Nunes Paisagismo

Residential High-rise Architecture Highly Commended Tutto

Residenziale by Torres & Bello Arquitetos + Monte Bello

Hotel Interior

Residential Landscape Architecture

 Brisas do Lago by Odebrecht Realizacoes Imobiliarias

 Haras Patente by Marcelo Novaes Paisagismo

Highly Commended

Beach Front Harbor by Juliana Pippi Arquitetura e Design

Highly Commended

Interior Design Apartment  VILA NOVA CONCEICAO RESIDENCE

by Cynthia Pimentel Duarte Arquitetura & Design Highly Commended Adolfo Highly Commended

by Alexandre Furcolin Paisagismo Retail Interior  Mistral Wine Store by Studio Arthur Casas

Lutz Residential by Bitty Talbot + Cecilia Teixeira

Project 125 by Crisa Santos Arquitetos

Highly Commended Vila

Fazenda São Pedro do Brumado

Nova Apartment by Paula Magnani Arquitetura

Chile Architecture Single Residence

Interior Design Private Residence

Highly Commended

 Casa Terra / Ground Home by Joao Armentano Arquitetura Ltda

Hotel Architecture

House For Marcelo Rios by Gonzalo Mardones

Highly Commended

Brazilian Riviera by Mayra Lopes Arquitetura e Interiores

 Hotel Hornitos by Gonzalo Mardones

Highly Commended

FL House by Studio Otto Felix

Hotel Interior

Interior Design Show Home

 Hotel de la Isla by Larrain Asociados y Cia. Ltda

 Riserva Due by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura

Property Consultancy

Highly Commended

Nova Bossa by Juliana Pippi Arquitetura e Design

Highly Commended

Sala do Marido Gourmet

by Juliana Pippi Arquitetura e Design

Highly Commended

Inmobiliaria Jones Lang LaSalle Limitada

Colombia

Leisure Architecture

Office Architecture

 Villagio São José by Torres & Bello Arquitetos

Highly Commended

+ Construesse Incorporadora

Edificio Naos - NQS 101

by Constructora Las Galias / Arquitectura en Estudio

Lettings Agency

Property Consultancy

 Rio Exclusive

 JLL - Jones Lang LaSalle Limitada

Mixed-use Architecture Highly Commended

Highly Commended

Brascan Century Plaza Green Valley Commercial and Residential

Costa Rica

by Jose Lucena Arquitetura

Leisure Development

Praca Sao Paulo by Odebrecht Realizacoes Imobiliarias

Highly Commended Villa

Punto de Vista

Mixed-use Development  Praca Sao Paulo by Odebrecht Realizacoes Imobiliarias

Mexico

Highly Commended The

Architecture Multiple Residence

Coral by BRIC Group

New Hotel Construction & Design

 Reforma 2394 by Desarrolladora Del Parque + Aflo Arquitectos

 Brisas do Lago by Odebrecht Realizacoes Imobiliarias

Highly Commended TREVOX

223 by CRAFT Arquitectos

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Mexico (cont.)

Uruguay (cont.)

Architecture Single Residence

Office Architecture

 Casa ML by Gantous Arquitectos

 Abitab Corporate Building by CARLOS OTT, Architects

Highly Commended

Casa LH by Di Vece Arquitectos

Highly Commended

Rancho Albero by Carranza y Ruiz Arquitectos

Highly Commended

Casa SJ by Gantous Arquitectos

Golf Course

in Association with CARLOS PONCE de LEON, Architects

United States of America

 Golf Zibata by Pangea Desarrolladora Highly Commended

Inmobiliaria S.A.P.I. de C.V.

California

Paraiso Country Club by Guereca Golf Design

Architecture Single Residence

Golf Development

 The Hall Residence by Burgeoning Architects

 Yucatan Country Club by Yucatan Country Club

Golf Development

Industrial Development

 The Residence Club at PGA WEST

 Parque Industrial Queretaro

Interior Design Private Residence

by Promociones Industriales de Queretaro S.A de C.V.

 Telegraph Hill, San Francisco

Mixed-use Architecture

by Anne Hepfer Designs, Inc.

 Mall of Guadalajara by Design International

Highly Commended

Mixed-use Development

Office Interior

 Avanta Gardens by Insar

Highly Commended ADL

Office Architecture Highly Commended

Highly Commended

Office & Studio

by Artistic Designs for Living (ADL)

Office Under The Shade Of An Almond Tree

Real Estate Agency

by Arturo Campos Arquitectos

 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage

Jones Day Mexico City Office

Highly Commended The Agency

by Carranza y Ruiz Arquitectos

Real Estate Agency Marketing

Public Service Architecture

 Coldwell Banker International by Coldwell Banker

 Terrazas Belvedere Interlomas

by Micheas Arquitectos Highly Commended

Lily’s Pad by Artistic Designs for Living (ADL)

Capilla del Lago by Di Vece Arquitectos

Residential Brokerage Real Estate Agent Highly Commended

Linda May for Coldwell Banker Previews

Residential Development

Retail Architecture

 Yucatan Country Club

 Santa Monica Place by The Jerde Partnership Inc.

Residential High-rise Architecture  Torres Panorama by Gantous Arquitectos Highly Commended

Magma Towers by Gilberto L. Rodriguez

for owner, Macerich Retail Development  Santa Monica Place by The Jerde Partnership, Inc.

Residential High-rise Development  Juriquilla Towers by Desarrollos Residenciales Turisticos S.A de C.V. Residential Landscape Architecture Highly Commended

Garden in Tepoztlan by Aplenosol

Connecticut Real Estate Agency  Klemm Real Estate Highly Commended William

Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty

Retail Architecture

Real Estate Agency Marketing

 Mall of Guadalajara by Design International

 William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty

Retail Interior Highly Commended

SG Image Studio by Micheas Arquitectos

Florida Architecture Single Residence

Panama

 Casey Key Residence

Interior Design Apartment

by Sweet Sparkman Architects

 YOO Panama by YOO

Public Service Architecture

Retail Interior

Highly Commended

 D’Mario - Panama by Sara Battelli & Partners

Sarasota County Beach Pavilions

by Sweet Sparkman Architects

Residential High-rise Development Peru

 Regalia by Regalia Beach Developers

Residential High-rise Development  Malecon by YOO by YOO

Idaho Golf Development

Uruguay

 Huntsman Springs by Huntsman Springs Inc.

Architecture Single Residence Highly Commended

La Dorita Residence by Jose Luis Andre Architects

Leisure Development  Huntsman Springs by Huntsman Springs Inc.

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Illinois Real Estate Agency  Blue Fence Real Estate Massachusetts Real Estate Agency  Hammond Residential Real Estate Real Estate Agency Marketing  Hammond Residential Real Estate Real Estate Agency Website Highly Commended

www.HammondRE.com

by Hammond Residential Real Estate

Nevada Interior Design Private Residence  Vegas Views by Creative Building Corporation Residential Renovation/Redevelopment Highly Commended Vegas Views

by Creative Building Corporation

New York Architecture Single Residence Highly Commended

Daniels Lane by Blaze Makoid Architecture

Hotel Interior  Loews Regency Hotel by Rottet Studio Interior Design Apartment  The New York Apartment

by Shalini Misra Limited Office Interior  DonorsChoose.org by Eight Inc. Real Estate Agency Website  www.manhattanmiami.com

by Manhattan Miami Real Estate Real Estate Agent Highly Commended Timothy

 Eaton Center by Pickard Chilton Pennsylvania Architecture Single Residence Cote d’Azur by D’Alessio Inspired Architectural Designs Residential Landscape Architecture 5-Star Backyard Landscape Oasis

by D’Alessio Inspired Architectural Designs South Carolina Real Estate Agency Website Highly Commended

Best Development Marketing Forest Lakes Country Club by Graham Associates (Global Marketing Solutions) Best Interior Design Apartment Espace St-Dominique by Anne Sophie Goneau Design Best Interior Design Private Residence Aldo House by Prototype Design Lab Best Property Consultancy Colliers International Best Property Consultancy Marketing 989 West Broadway by Colliers International Best Property Consultancy Website www.collierscanada.com by Colliers International Best Property Single Unit Serenity by G. D. Nielsen Developments Ltd. Best Real Estate Agency Faith Wilson Group Best Real Estate Agency Website www.faithwilsongroup.com by Faith Wilson Group Best Residential High-rise Development One Bloor by Great Gulf Best Retail Architecture South Pointe Lexus by ARUP DATTA ARCHITECT LTD. Best Retail Interior Mark Lash Flagship by Burdifilek

Caribbean

Office Architecture

Highly Commended

Canada

G. Davis for Corcoran

Ohio

Highly Commended

Overall Americas Property Award Winners

www.danielravenelsir.com

by Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty

Washington Property Consultancy Website  www.colliers.com by Colliers International

Best Apartment The Watercolours by The Watercolours Limited Best Architecture Multiple Residence The Nevis Hill Club by ECI Wealth Limited Best Architecture Single Residence O’Hara Residence by Design Cayman Limited Best Developer Website www.royalwestmoreland.com by Royal Westmoreland - Barbados Best Golf Development Royal Westmoreland by Royal Westmoreland - Barbados Best Interior Design Private Residence ‘Umoya’ (Place of Wind), Apes Hill Club by Stephanie Barnes Interior Design Studio Inc Best New Hotel Construction & Design Park Hyatt St. Kitts by Range Developments Best Property Single Unit Idyll Moments by Royal Westmoreland - Barbados Best Residential Development The Watercolours by The Watercolours Limited

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These companies represent the top winners across the Americas. Each of these will go on to compete in the overall International Property Awards to determine the World’s Best in each category.

Central & South America Best Architecture Multiple Residence Reforma 2394 by Desarrolladora Del Parque + Aflo Arquitectos Best Architecture Single Residence Baroneza Residence by Simone Mantovani Best Developer Website www.sanctuarybelize.com by Sanctuary Belize Best Golf Course Golf Zibata by Pangea Desarrolladora Inmobiliaria S.A.P.I. de C.V. Best Golf Development Yucatan Country Club by Yucatan Country Club Best Hotel Interior Brisas do Lago by Odebrecht Realizacoes Imobiliarias Best Industrial Development Parque Industrial Queretaro by Promociones Industriales de Queretaro S.A de C.V. Best Interior Design Apartment YOO Panama by YOO Best Interior Design Private Residence Casa Terra / Ground Home by Joao Armentano Arquitetura Ltda Best Interior Design Show Home Riserva Due by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura Best Leisure Architecture Villagio São José by Torres & Bello Arquitetos + Construesse Incorporadora Best Lettings Agency Rio Exclusive Best Mixed-use Architecture Mall of Guadalajara by Design International Best Mixed-use Development Avanta Gardens by Insar Best New Hotel Construction & Design Brisas do Lago by Odebrecht Realizacoes Imobiliarias Best Office Architecture Corujas by FGMF Arquitetos Best Office Interior MH Office by Adriana Randazzo Best Property Consultancy JLL - Jones Lang LaSalle Limitada Best Public Service Architecture Terrazas Belvedere Interlomas by Micheas Arquitectos Best Real Estate Agency Town Property Best Real Estate Agency Marketing Rio Exclusive Best Real Estate Agent Juliana Guzman for Rio Exclusive

Best Residential Development The Coral by BRIC Group Best Residential High-rise Architecture Torres Panorama by Gantous Arquitectos Best Residential High-rise Development Juriquilla Towers by Desarrollos Residenciales Turisticos S.A de C.V. Best Residential Landscape Architecture Haras Patente by Marcelo Novaes Paisagismo Best Retail Architecture Mall of Guadalajara by Design International Best Retail Interior D’Mario - Panama by Sara Battelli & Partners

United States of America Best Architecture Single Residence The Hall Residence by Burgeoning Architects Best Golf Development Huntsman Springs by Huntsman Springs Inc. Best Hotel Interior Loews Regency Hotel by Rottet Studio Best Interior Design Apartment The New York Apartment by Shalini Misra Limited Best Leisure Development Huntsman Springs by Huntsman Springs Inc. Best Office Architecture Eaton Center by Pickard Chilton Best Office Interior DonorsChoose.org by Eight Inc. Best Property Consultancy Website www.colliers.com by Colliers International Best Real Estate Agency Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Best Real Estate Agency Marketing Coldwell Banker International by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Best Real Estate Agency Website www.manhattanmiami.com by Manhattan Miami Real Estate Best Residential High-rise Development Regalia by Regalia Beach Developers Best Retail Architecture Santa Monica Place by The Jerde Partnership Inc. for owner, Macerich Best Retail Development Santa Monica Place by The Jerde Partnership, Inc.

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