Posted by rhodora on March 29th, 2008 in Information
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Why living in lofts has become top choice especially among singles is not at all surprising. Firstly, lofts give aesthetic joy to anyone who knows how to appreciate good architecture, art and easy living. What appeal most to residents are its physical characteristics and in-town lifestyle which perfectly fit anyone’s picky taste. Most loft residents [...]
Posted by Jared on March 25th, 2008 in Information
In the last quarter of 2002, local councils received more than 75,000 domestic planning applications — 13% higher than in the same period in 2001. Most were applications to extend a house or flat. The increase is partly due to uncertainty about the economic climate.
Owners are worried about the time it will take to [...]
Posted by Jared on March 20th, 2008 in Information
What defines a loft? High ceilings, open spaces, town location, huge windows. It can be an expensive way to live but Capitol Hotel makes it relatively affordable. They are the epitome of cool – urban living personified and every yuppy’s dream. We are talking, of course, about lofts. Once the work-cum-living space of [...]
Posted by rhodora on March 17th, 2008 in space
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Once upon a time, the roof space was used mainly to store things which are seldom needed like Christmas decors, old books , toys and clothes that children have already outgrown. In some other cases, the roof also used to house hot water cylinders or pipes for air conditioning units.
Now however, more people are [...]
Posted by Jared on March 15th, 2008 in Information
One of Anchorage’s most infamous and troubled neighborhoods is gaining a second lease on life.
Many are dubbing it the “Spenard Renaissance.” Residents have seen new lofts go up in the community along with restaurants and boutiques. In fact, small businesses say Spenard has become the place to be in Anchorage these days.
REI, La Mex and [...]
Posted by Jared on March 10th, 2008 in Information
There’s a new step in the redevelopment of downtown Tulsa. Extensive construction work has now begun at the First Street Lofts. It’s the first downtown housing project partially funded by Vision 2025 and it could give another boost to downtown businesses.
Right now the First Street Lofts are nothing more than a gutted brick [...]
Posted by Jared on March 5th, 2008 in Information
Typically, urban lofts are converted from heritage structures such as factories, warehouses, banks, and churches. Due to the limited number of older buildings in Vancouver, and the growing demand of more unique lofty spaces, many developers are designing their new condo’s to have that trendy loft feeling.
So what makes a Loft?
1. Open floor plan. [...]
Posted by Jared on March 1st, 2008 in Safety
Make sure that your stairs and steps are very secure to avoid accidents and injuries.
1. The reason why rails are installed is for safety. If you are worried about how rails would make your loft less posh then by all means, have one commissioned to your taste.
2. Make sure that all steps are of [...]