architecture: Cuban Tile Flooring - historic and green (LOCALISM FEATURED) - 07/09/08 02:52 AM
You know I love old homes and have a passion for historic preservation. Cuban Tile is one of the popular flooring materials of the known "Spanish Mediterranean Revival" homes found in Miami - not to be confused with Historic Cuban Barrel Tile used for roofs (see article).
*photo courtesy El … (35 comments)
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architecture: 3301 NE 1st Avenue, unit 2615 - Miami, Florida 33137 - Midtown Miami **improved price** - 05/14/08 08:34 PM
We wanted to share a Miami real estate deal for sale now in 4 Midtown, one of Midtown Miami's new highrise buildings. This tower received its certificate of occupancy in February 2008 and people are already moving in and making this fabulous building their home.
How do we define a … (17 comments)
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architecture: Marina Blue - Miami Luxury Condo - 05/04/08 11:58 PM
Even for experienced Miami Realtors, visiting new condos is always exciting. I for one love to check out the finishes and the preliminary design flaws. Then I tear them apart with my clients, from finish choices to distribution problems.
This week I had the pleasure of visiting Marina Blue, designed … (18 comments)
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architecture: Green Urbanism in Miami - 12/24/07 12:10 PM
Most of you know that I have a bachelors degree in architecture from The University of Miami. The Dean of the school of architecture is Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk, from the firm DPZ and best known for their unbelievable urbanism concepts.I studied with The Luis and Jorge Trelles as well as Teofilo Victoria … (37 comments)
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architecture: Use of awnings for your historic house - 11/09/07 01:27 PM
Just last week, a real estate customer asked me to explain the correct and incorrect use of awnings for Mediterranean Revival architecture. I'm sure this will be an eye-opener for a lot of you, but the reality is that it is not rocket science. There are basic rules and some … (34 comments)
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architecture: Blog Action Day - Green Designer Finishes for your Kitchen - 10/15/07 10:58 AM
For those of you that don't know it, today is BLOG ACTION DAY! Bloggers around the world are writing about the environment, how we can help to make our world better, from materials to recycling to volunteering, and more. Make sure you take a look at the incredible articles that are … (66 comments)
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architecture: Please don't use the wrong window - 10/06/07 10:21 AM
You are going to think I am crazy for writing an article about the correct use of windows. But you need to know that windows are my pet peeve. Windows are a key element in a building's architecture, and the incorrect use of a window can ruin a building's facade.
I … (55 comments)
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architecture: Miami Green Architects from the past - 09/07/07 01:41 PM
To say that mid-century architects were more practical is an understatement. Yes we've seen a sudden "Green Movement" taking over, and NO, I don't think this is bad, quite the contrary, it's something everyone should be aware of. But looking at Miami's architecture, I have to admit that I have a … (36 comments)
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architecture: Oppenheim's Ten Museum Park in Miami - 08/29/07 09:16 AM
You can drive South to Downtown Miami on Biscayne Boulevard and look in horror as you see the number of construction cranes in action. With so many high-rises being erected and with such poor publicity from the media, you can only imagine what will happen to some of these buildings when … (23 comments)
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architecture: Lime Paints - what do you paint historic homes with? - 08/27/07 10:40 PM
There are several key factors or elements seen in Mediterranean Revival Architecture. I have told you about the style and what makes it special, I have also gone into detail about Historic Cuban Tile. Now I will describe the type of paint that is most appropriate for these homes - LIME-BASED … (56 comments)
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architecture: Contemporary Gem in Miami's Upper East Side - 07/21/07 03:19 PM
This Ultra Modern, Upper East Side Home in Miami will satisfy your hunger for contemporary architecture.
It is located at 696 NE 68th Street - Miami, FL 33138
FOR SALE $995,000
A custom 3-story home built in 2005 with all the modern amenities and necessities imaginable. The house has a state of the … (42 comments)
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architecture: California Bungalow Estate for Sale in Miami - 06/29/07 10:34 AM
Every once in a while I have the pleasure of telling you about historically significant homes that are on the market for sale. This time, there is a California Bungalow Estate located in The Shorecrest subdivision of Miami’s Upper East Side. It is the original estate of the Renuart Family, owners … (27 comments)
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architecture: Historic Cuban Barrel Tile - 06/12/07 09:47 AM
A lot of you will be reading this thinking it's a bit boring (at least Rick thinks so), but I wanted to address this because a lot of our customers are constantly asking us about certain elements of historic homes......so here it is....proceed with CAUTION:
Historic Cuban Barrel Tile is one … (30 comments)
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architecture: Real Estate Questions answered with conviction - 05/22/07 12:51 AM
Real Estate is full of questions, many of which we know the answers to , and others which need investigating. Just this week, I worked with some buyers that hired me for my architectural expertise, knowing I can help them identify design elements in a property, possible problems as well as … (40 comments)
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architecture: Richard Meier's first building in Miami - 05/20/07 11:16 PM
Richard Meier is a very well known and respected architect internationally. There are tons of books, publications and articles written about him and his buildings have become landmarks all over the world. When I think of Richard Meier I think of serene white buildings that reflect our modern times, buildings that are true … (12 comments)
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architecture: Miamism - our new site - 05/17/07 09:50 AM
As many of you know, we will be launching our new site Miamism.com very soon. It is looking SWEEeeeT....if I may say so myself. Just some minor technical aspects need to be worked out and a couple of tweaks here and there....but judge for yourself - I always like constructive criticism. … (18 comments)
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architecture: Stiltsville - a Miami Landmark - 05/01/07 07:46 AM
I've always been curious about the history of Stiltsville. Not many people know about it unless they frequent Biscayne Channel by boat. These "shack-like wooden structures" just sit there, like monuments in the landscape, a landscape of ocean blue. Stiltsville is a string of structures on pilings that you can only reach … (58 comments)
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architecture: Green does not have to mean unfashionable and scruffy - 04/28/07 10:37 PM
With all this talk about Green from our our own Dena and JaneAnn, I started doing a little research and came upon a great article and site that are so refreshing, I needed to share it with you.
Neal Woodburn of Gadling - the travelers weblog, starts off by saying "It wasn't so … (18 comments)
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architecture: Architecture and Real Estate - how do these 2 work together - 04/25/07 09:20 PM
Ardell DellaLoggia who I admire a great deal, had no idea that I was an architect and asked how I incorporate my architecture background into our Real Estate Business. So here it is Ardell, thanks for asking:
I graduated with a bachelor's degree in architecture from the University of Miami, and hence … (32 comments)
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architecture: Historic Preservation in Miami Shores - Mediterranean Revival architecture - 04/19/07 04:00 PM
A few years ago, while a board member of the Miami Shores Historic Preservation Board, I created, with the help of other board members, an educational brochure for our community. The brochure included the image shown as well as a brief history of Miami Shores and its development back in the … (33 comments)
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architecture: 1201 NE 98th Street, Miami Shores - Florida 33138 *IMPROVED PRICE* - 04/01/07 10:31 PM
1201 NE 98th Street - Miami Shores, Florida 33138
FOR SALE - $ 785,000
Architect's corner 1950's home is the perfect example of FORM meets FUNCTION, with large rooms and lots of closet space. This house sits on a great street East of Biscayne Boulevard, 1 block away from the bay. It has … (18 comments)
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architecture: The Pink House - Miami Shores, Florida - 03/20/07 02:21 PM
The Pink House is one of the best known and most photographed residences in Miami. It is a symbol of modern design. It is located in Miami Shores, on Biscayne Bay and occupies a double lot with over 100' of open bay water frontage.
Many factors make this house interesting, but its controversy has always intrigued … (33 comments)
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architecture: Tour Miami Shores, Florida - 01/30/07 01:54 PM
You have heard us talk about Miami Shores, Florida a bunch of times and you are still wondering what the big deal is. Rick and I live, work and play in Miami Shores. It is our home and we would not change it for anything.
Miami Shores has something for everyone. Its … (30 comments)
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architecture: 100th POST - tribute to tallent - 01/16/07 07:31 PM
So this is my 100th post and I have been tossing and turning trying to come up with something special to share with you. The standards have been set extremely high.
"My 100th Blog on ActiveRain" by Rich JacobsonThe Lovely Wife's 100th Post...Flavored With Synchronicity...ROAR! by TLWBTW, this is my … (45 comments)
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architecture: Eating at Houston's in North Miami Beach, Florida - 01/08/07 07:12 PM
Houston's is a chain of restaurants that can be found throughout the United States. It is known for the great steaks and healthy side dishes like asparagus, baked potatoes, eggplant, etc. Every time we visit one of these restaurants, they are packed with people and you can expect to wait for … (36 comments)
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architecture: Famous Architect, Wahl Snyder's home in Miami Shores - recently sold - 01/04/07 01:05 PM
I have to tell you about an incredible property that just SOLD in Miami Shores for $1,020,000. Historians, Architects, Builders and everyone with a slight interest in design and history should be interested in this single property and I will tell you why.
First I need to disclose that it was not our listing, and … (21 comments)
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architecture: The New Performing Arts Center in Miami - 10/31/06 10:26 PM
The Carnival Center for the Performing Arts is a complex of multi-purpose state-of-the-art performance halls . Designed by Cesar Pelli and Associates, it is the focal point of performing arts activity in South Florida and serves as a showcase for the finest established and developing cultural programs.
Located on Biscayne Boulevard between NE … (2 comments)
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architecture: Identifying Architectural Styles: ART DECO - 10/26/06 11:29 PM
I wrote a post called Architecture in Real Estate some time back that did not get much attention from the Active Rain Community. But from there Dave Rosenmarkle suggested the idea of offering “a series of short blogs about types of architecture”. So thank you Dave, here is my first attempt at enlightening … (22 comments)
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architecture: Architecture in Real Estate - 10/16/06 10:10 PM
A lot of Realtors are obsessed with the Architectural Style of homes and I would like to help with common misconceptions. Style is derived by elements within the architecture: the massing, scale, proportion, character derived from nature of building materials, details, and special distribution. Type, on the other hand, is usually … (11 comments)
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architecture: Knock Knock - 10/01/06 10:30 AM
What does your front door say about you?
We've all heard that the front door is one of the most important elements in a house and it is true. The front door not only echoes the architectural style of the home, but sets the tone for the rest of the home. When … (11 comments)
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architecture: Newcomers face Real Estate Sharks - 09/21/06 09:52 PM
My husband and I were successful in other professional careers before devoting ourselves full-time to Miami real estate…….and have never looked back.
I am an architect and specialize in residential real estate. I have so much fun dissecting homes and seeing their true potential and enjoy helping people visualize change. My husband … (4 comments)
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