World's Top 50 Apartments

Author: Australia Images Publishing Company / Country: Mainland China
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Publish Date: 2006-07-01
Features: Are apartments the future of living? For some, apartments are the only way to live, while for most apartment dwellers, elements such as beautiful surroundings, functional layouts, low property fees, and convenient urban locations are far more important than the advantages of traditional suburban quarter-acre neighborhoods. This book showcases the world's top 50 apartments through text introductions, exquisite photographs, and detailed floor plans. The charming landscapes of cities like New York, London, Melbourne, Sydney, S?o Paulo, Hong Kong, and Rio de Janeiro serve as these apartments' envy-worthy "backyards." These vistas inspired renowned architects and designers to create luxurious interior designs that highlight the geographical advantages of apartments. In addition to introducing some luxurious penthouse apartments, the book also features creatively designed small-space apartments. The inherent limitations of these apartment buildings challenged architects to overcome difficulties, ultimately creating unique living spaces for those residing in small urban apartments. The book focuses on the exquisite interior designs of apartments while also including various renovation plans for different buildings. These buildings may have originally been featureless concrete shells or industrial or commercial structures. Regardless of their past appearances, they have been successfully transformed into luxurious penthouse apartments, stylish lofts, trendy residences, sophisticated single residences, and opulent homes. A group of talented architects and designers demonstrate their exceptional skills and insights.