Yeah. . .I'm afraid of heights and although the balconies are pretty cool, they are also a bit terrifying. . . sure they're sturdy enough, but as some people already had alluded to, they sure don't look like it. . .
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I am not afraid of heights and I was struck by how those photos made my knees weak. I think the undulating quality is the cause. Looking at those photos - seems like you could feel really hanging, floating. shiver
Mirrors are used to make small spaces seem larger. It may not make a difference for you, but for people who are claustrophobic, it is a small relief.
Yea I know, I still think it's tacky in a kitchen though, but I realize it's only the hotel portion, so they try to make the illusion that it is larger than it actually is.
"...occupancy recently granted Aqua’s 3rd floor outdoor deck and indoor pools. Significant progress has been made on the 2nd floor amenities including the fitness center. LifeFitness and Technogym equipment were delivered late last week and will be installed this week. The Media Center surround sound and equipment is now installed. Some furniture for the 2nd floor amenities is scheduled to arrive this week..."
From the comparison sheet between Rental Apartments and Condominium units, here are the differences between the ceiling and the kitchen finishes:
Ceiling Height: 8' vs 8'8" or higher
Ceiling Finish: Spackle vs Skim Coat
Washer/Dryer: GE vs Whirlpool Full Size
Kitchen hardware: Basic Brushed Nickel vs Upgraded Brushed Nickel
Flooring Living/Dining/Hallways: Nylon Carpeting vs Hardwood
Countertops: Granite vs Upgraded Granite/Hanstone Options
Sink Fixture: American Standard vs Grohe or Moen
Kitchen Sink: Single Drop-In Stainless Steel vs Undermount Stainless Steel DOuble Bowl
Cabinetry: Standard Maple vs Snaidero or Fieldstone
Appliances: GE Stainless Steel vs Stainless Steel Kitchen Aid Architect Series
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I was just thinking about the issue of street and general city noise (especially HVACs on top of neighboring buildings) and was thinking that maybe another added benefit of all these huge balconies might be the deflection of some of that noise away from the glass, especially higher up. Do you guys think that these balconies will have much of a positive effect in this manner?
I was just thinking about the issue of street and general city noise (especially HVACs on top of neighboring buildings) and was thinking that maybe another added benefit of all these huge balconies might be the deflection of some of that noise away from the glass, especially higher up. Do you guys think that these balconies will have much of a positive effect in this manner?
That's certainly an interesting concept. I also wonder if it might have an adverse effect by creating a bit of an echo-y space between the floors.
It would be so exciting to check out the amenities on the 52nd and 53rd floors! This may also seem weird, but I wonder what the elevators in the building will look like, I wonder that about almost all highrises though. May seem strange, but it's always kind of been an interest of mine.
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