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Originally Posted by LookingUp
Found an interesting site on the "future of high-rise living." Some group in Austin. Looks interesting, but hard to believe. 40% savings in cost and half the time. Sent an email, but haven't heard back yet.
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Thanks for sharing that. Very interesting clip. I do agree that it's hard to believe.
It's interesting how they compare New Century Living to Novare by emphasizing how Novare offers small units with apartment style amenities.
He then goes on to compare New Century Living condos to others in terms of construction quality. He says "many buildings use styrofoam and an epoxy coating for the exteriors". As this is explained, pictures of the Milago and Plaza Lofts in Austin are shown as examples of poor quality exteriors which you discussed in this thread awhile ago. (Hey, LookingUp... do you work for New Century Living? LOL)
It's also interesting to hear about how they can keep costs down by shortening the construction process and making it more efficient. Sounds great in the clip. Not being in construction or design, I can't challenge their approach, but it sounds too good to be true. It's also hard to believe that any developer is going to pass those savings onto the buyer when they could be raking in the profits. Any comments on it?