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The Watercolours, Grand Cayman
Announcing The Americas’ Best Property Professionals… This year’s competition is really heating up as we reveal the winners from our second region of the world. During the next few weeks our extensive panel of judges chaired by three active members of the UK’s House of Lords: Lord Caithness, Lord Best and Lord Courtown, will complete their annual quest to find companies showing exemplary levels of innovation, flair and eco-awareness across the remaining regions. Fulfilling all these factors perfectly, Best Single Unit Property was won by ‘Idyll Moments’ at Royal Westmoreland in Barbados, which also took the crown of Best Golf Development. This aptly named villa features a superb layout, high quality finishes and every modern amenity within a stunning gated, golfing estate. The Watercolours in Grand Cayman was also successful in being awarded both Best Residential Development and Best Apartment. ‘Grand Residence’ is a palatial sevenbedroom apartment with panoramic views while the development itself is built to the highest specification and offers residents bespoke services. Best Apartment Interior Design went to ‘Espace St-Dominique’ in Montreal, Canada by Anne Sophie Goneau Design. This condominium within a 1920’s industrial building has been transformed into a monochromatic masterpiece. Many congratulations to these companies and all award winners listed within this publication. May I also remind entrants that they are invited to participate in our forthcoming Property Summits in Dubai and London. Companies in related businesses as well as members of the public are also welcome to attend. Please visit our website www.propertyawards.net for dates, locations and how to register.
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Sponsors Judges Hammond Residential Real Estate Servicios Pangea / Supratera SA DE CV Cynthia Pimentel Duarte Arquitetura & Design Great Gulf / Tuscany Ridge Developments Inc Studio Otto Felix Simone Mantovani Arquitetura D’Alessio Inspired Architectural Designs Carranza y Ruiz Arquitectos Arup Datta Architect Ltd Gantous Arquitectos ActDesign Inc Aplenosol João Armentano Arquitetura Ltda Anne Hepfer Designs, Inc. Design Cayman Architects Carlos Rossi Arquitetura The WaterColours Promociones Industriales De Queretaro SA CV Desarrollos Residenciales Turisticos S.A de C.V. Di Vece Arquitectos Montserrat Development Corporation Rio Exclusive 2014 Americas Property Award Winners
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2014-2015 International Property Awards Judges Chairmen Lord Best
The Earl of Caithness
The Earl of Courtown
Sir David Michells
Ian Aitch Architecture Journalist
David Graham Grahams Hi-Fi
Duncan Macarthur Hotel Solutions Partnership
Paul Scrivener MCM Architecture
Peter Anscombe Hotel Finance
Ian Graham Hotel Consultant
Steve Macfarlane Stonegres
Judith Baker Travel Writer & Editor
Susan Grossman Journalist
Felix Mara Editor of Architects Journal
Helen Shield Editor-in-Chief, International Property & Travel magazine
Xuelin Bates Chinese Property Consultant
Simon Hamilton Managing Director, Simon Hamilton & Associates Ltd
Julia Marozzi Bentley Motors
Judging Panel
Peter Bolton-King Group Director, RICS Doreen Boulding Founder, DMB Consultants Russell Bragg Bragg & Co Stephen Brownless Gaggenau Peter Bush CEO, New Swansea Bay Xavier Calloc’h Director, Yacht Investor John Cetra Architect, CetraRuddy Architecture Ian Chalk ORMS Architecture Matthew Clare Building Consultant Sean Cochrane Cochrane Design Andrew Cockburn Design Director, International Property Media Katrina Craig Hotel Development Consultant David Dalby Former CEO, RICS Johnny Dunford Global Commercial Director, RICS James Dunford-Wood Hotel Consultant Imtiaz Farookhi Former CEO, NHBC Fred Finn Guinness World Record holder for most travelled person Will Gibbs MD, KLC School of Design
Julia Hands Hotelier Michael Harris Editor, Golf Monthly Richard Hartshorn NHBC Sean Hatcher MCM Architecture Amanda Hills Hills Balfour PR Daniel Hopwood Architect John Hunter Tenhurst Ian Jenkins Director of Research, University of Applied Sciences, Switzerland Rebecca Johnson Consultant, Bloomberg Television Tom Jones Architect, Populous Mike Jordan Cornish Stairways International Jill Keene Editor, International Property & Travel magazine Dawn Kitchener Interior Designer Brian Lawrence Director, Brian Lawrence Ltd James Lawton Colefax & Fowler Paul Lewis Architect, Altham Lewis Architects Andrew Link Chief Operating Officer, Construction Industry Council
James Mattin Managing Partner, Bond Wolfe Dr William Maxwell Institute of Travel Tony Mcguirk Architect Guy Medd Chosen Group Luis Montfort Porcelanosa Christian Morris Consultant, Aukett Fitzroy Robinson Laura Nixey Aston Martin PR Simon Numphud AA Hotel Services
Janine Stone Interior Designer Patrick Story Design Director, Casa Forma Gary Strong RICS Technical Standards Mark Taylor Interior Designer Paul Taylor Residential Faculty, RICS Sue Timney President, BIDA Tricia Topping Director, Carlyle Consultants Steve Turek Assistant Commissioner, London Fire Brigade Jo Vickers JV Public Relations
Helen Oldfield Founder, Affinity PR
Anthony Walker Deputy Director, Property Team, Education Funding Agency
Andrew Panting Director of Operations, British Property Federation
Nick Watson Daily Telegraph
Edward Park Park Designed Penny Patterson Interior Designer Stephen Rees Coutts Banking Real Estate Renuka Reins Fueng Shui expert David Reynolds Project Management & Quantity Surveyor, and Board Member, RICS Philippe Rossiter Former CEO, Institute of Hospitality
Eleanor Weaver Cochrane Design Gillian Wheatcroft PR Marketing Belen White Cochrane Design Stuart Wilsdon Wilsdon Design Associates Gail Wright Commercial Manager, Miele Benedict Zucchi Architect, BDP
Nancy Ruddy Architect, CetraRuddy Architecture Patrick Sanigar Architect, Space Shuffle
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BEST OFFICE ARCHITECTURE USA Eaton Center by Pickard Chilton
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BEST INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE CANADA Aldo House by Prototype Design Lab
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BEST HOTEL INTERIOR USA Loews Regency Hotel by Rottet Studio
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BEST INTERIOR DESIGN APARTMENT CANADA Espace St-Dominique by Anne Sophie Goneau Design
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BEST INTERIOR DESIGN APARTMENT CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA YOO Panama by YOO
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BEST OFFICE ARCHITECTURE CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Corujas by FGMF Arquitetos
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BEST OFFICE INTERIOR USA DonorsChoose.org by Eight Inc.
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BEST GOLF DEVELOPMENT USA BEST LEISURE DEVELOPMENT USA Huntsman Springs by Huntsman Springs Inc.
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United States of America R E A L E S TAT E
BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY MASSACHUSETTS, USA Hammond Residential Real Estate
BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY MARKETING MASSACHUSETTS, USA Hammond Residential Real Estate
HIGHLY COMMENDED BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY WEBSITE MASSACHUSETTS, USA www.HammondRE.com by Hammond Residential Real Estate
Hammond Residential Real Estate
Hammond is recognized as an
was founded in 1991 by Saul Cohen
industry leader for its innovative and
and Joseph Hare. The company was
multi-dimensional marketing platform.
established with the vision to attract the
The company is well-known for its
region’s top agents and provide them
dominant direct mail program, as well
with world-class marketing and support
as for its robust online, interactive
services. Starting with just one office
presence. With a focus on maximizing
and three agents, Hammond has grown
listing exposure and brand recognition,
to service over 96 communities out of
Hammond consistently markets to
16 offices, and boasts a roster of over
a well-targeted audience while
400 agents and staff.
creating a strong brand impression.
Since its founding, Hammond
Consumers identify Hammond with the
has assembled one of the top key
best the market has to offer: superior
management teams in the United
service, dedicated professionals, and
States with a combined 181 years of
successful results.
experience. Saul Cohen, president and
Hammond’s state-of-the-art website
co-founder, is a life-long resident of
www.hammondre.com takes exceptional
Newton and began his real estate career
local and regional exposure to national
in 1973. Since moving into management
and international levels. It provides a
in 1982, he has been a leader in the
comprehensive resource for consumers
industry, setting high standards of
to gather real-time information
performance and developing the creative
concerning all Hammond listings as well
marketing which has built a national
as information pertaining to the Greater
reputation for Hammond and placed the
Boston market and beyond. It receives
company among the top 100 real estate
nearly 900,000 consumer views each
firms in the United States.
year and offers direct, easy to navigate
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BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY MASSACHUSETTS, USA Hammond Residential Real Estate
BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY MARKETING MASSACHUSETTS, USA Hammond Residential Real Estate
access to the finest properties and real
addition to being known as the premier
estate professionals in Greater Boston.
sales firm in and around greater Boston,
Hammond is known as the premier
since its inception Hammond has had
residential real estate company in and
a separate group of residential leasing
around Greater Boston. Ranked by
specialists established to service the real
Real Trends magazine as one of the
estate needs of landlords and tenants.
most productive per agent firms in the
This division, known as The Hammond
country, the company is recognized for
Rental Group, is well-versed in all aspects
its commitment to providing superior
of the business of residential rentals.
service, in addition to its strong marketing
closely with its sales associates to provide
the top producers in Greater Boston
a seamless transition from the leasing
and the company’s network and unique
to the sales or buying experience.
resources provide its clients with
Additionally, Hammond’s Relocation
unrivalled advantages, Hammonds wide
Department represents sellers who
array of services includes residential
benefit from the company’s long-standing
sales, rentals, global relocation services
referral affiliations, targeted mailings
and referrals.
and corporate contacts with hospitals,
Hammond agents market a diverse
BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY WEBSITE MASSACHUSETTS, USA www.HammondRE.com by Hammond Residential Real Estate
Hammond’s rental specialists work
platform. Hammond agents are among
array of properties at all price points. In
HIGHLY COMMENDED
universities, regional companies and recruiting firms.
Hammond Residential Real Estate 826 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467, USA t: +1 617 731 4644 f: +1 617 566 8379 e: Hammond@hammondre.com w: www.HammondRE.com Americas Property Awards 21
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Mexico A RC H I T E C T U R E
BEST GOLF COURSE CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Golf Zibata by Pangea Desarrolladora Inmobiliaria S.A.P.I. de C.V.
BEST GOLF COURSE MEXICO Golf Zibata by Pangea Desarrolladora Inmobiliaria S.A.P.I. de C.V.
Zibata Golf is the first of its kind
concept is a radial change to the
in Mexico. It is part of Zibata, a
current golfing environment but one
development project consisting of
which is considered both necessary and
more than 1,000 hectares of mixed-
worthwhile. It is hoped that Zibata Golf
use land. Zibata is another successful
will become a model for future investors
project by Supraterra, one of the most
and help extend the scope of golf to
important developers in the centre of
middle class families in Mexico.
Mexico with many years of experience.
Golf is one of the most popular
Designed with the concept of a ‘planned
sports in the world and its courses
community’, Zibata is one of the most
offer superb landscaped surroundings
ambitious residential and commercial
which are often used for the
projects in the city.
development of hotels, sports clubs and
The most outstanding feature of
residential projects. In this case, Zibata
Zibata Golf is its concept, which is to
Golf provides the most spectacular
create a first class golf course open to
views for the Zibata development. It is
the general public with accessible green
located in Queretaro which is the best
fees – making it unique in Mexico. Players
located city in Mexico due to the main
don’t have to be residents of Zibata or
commercial, industrial and tourist routes
buy a membership – they don’t even
passing through it. The city has also been
have to buy their own equipment as golf
named as a UNESCO World Heritage
clubs and buggies can be hired for a very
Site since 1996.
reasonable price. Golf is a minority and elitist
The golf course was designed by Carter Morrish and Rafael Alarcon
sport which has developed through
who are known throughout the
predominantly private courses. This
world for their expertise. Through a
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BEST GOLF COURSE CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Golf Zibata by Pangea Desarrolladora Inmobiliaria S.A.P.I. de C.V.
BEST GOLF COURSE MEXICO Golf Zibata by Pangea Desarrolladora Inmobiliaria S.A.P.I. de C.V.
sustainable design, respecting the original
completed. This includes nine holes,
topography and taking special care not
three lakes, a pitch and putt, driving
to harm the native plant species, Zibata
range, academy, pro-shop, club house,
Golf endeavours to maintain in balance
parking lot and cart storage. The
with the natural habitat. It also meets
construction of the remaining nine holes
broader environmental standards by
is projected to start at the end of 2014
using treated water and preserving the
with completion of the entire project by
area’s biodiversity by controlling the use
late 2015.
of agrochemicals. The Zibata Golf course was
The finished course will have 18-holes par 72, distributed across
opened to the general public on
80 hectares and championship tees
September 19th 2013, getting an
measuring 7,455 yards. Its three lakes
extraordinary acceptance by the general
extend to more than three hectares and
public and players and is now considered
the practice range of 330 yards long by
by many to be the best course in the
110 yards wide, has a capacity for up to
area. Currently, almost 70 per cent of
60 people simultaneously and will be
the Zibata Golf project has been
floodlit in the near future.
Servicios Pangea / Supratera SA DE CV Circuito Universidades s/n El Marques, Queretaro, Mexico t: +52 442 294 2282 e: informes@zibatagolf.com w: www.zibatagolf.com Americas Property Awards 23
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Brazil INTERIOR DESIGN
BEST INTERIOR DESIGN APARTMENT BRAZIL VILA NOVA CONCEICAO RESIDENCE by Cynthia Pimentel Duarte Arquitetura & Design
Cynthia Pimentel Duarte Arquitetura &
Travertino Navona marble floors
Design was commissioned to create the
were chosen for ease of maintenance
interior design for an apartment in Vila
and casual elegance while a palette of
Nova Conceicao, Sao Paulo, Brazil. The
light colours was used for the walls,
main challenge for the 250m² apartment
contemporary furniture, furnishings
was to meet the many expectations of
and rugs. Two antique chairs contrast
the client, a successful businesswoman
beautifully with the modern elements
with two daughters. Appreciating fine
such as the pair of white Loom chairs
art and quality furniture, she wanted
in laser cut leather, mirror centre tables
to entertain friends elegantly within a
and black Murano table lamp. A reef
comfortable and functional family home.
suspension hanging chandelier in stainless
The solution devised by the
steel and ceramic foam gives a further
accomplished interior design company
eccentric and contemporary touch to
was to create one shared ambient
the dining room. All these elements,
to encompass the living, dining, home
combined with works of art by well
theatre and veranda areas. These spaces
respected artists and a lighting design
were all connected for the free flow of
using directional lamps to enhance the
São Paulo, Brazil
guests yet provided maximum room
paintings, helped to create the desired
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while preserving the identity of each one.
artistic and elegant ambience.
Cynthia Pimentel Duarte Arquitetura & Design Rua Tabapuã, 114 cj 42
t: +55 11 98593 9332 Rua Pintor Oswaldo Teixeira, 150 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil t: +55 21 99591 7011 e: cynthia@cynthiapimentelduarte.com.br w: www.cynthiapimentelduarte.com.br Americas Property Awards 25
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Canada DE VELOPMENT
BEST RESIDENTIAL HIGH-RISE DEVELOPMENT CANADA One Bloor by Great Gulf
BEST RESIDENTIAL HIGH-RISE DEVELOPMENT CANADA One Bloor by Great Gulf
One Bloor Toronto is an impressive
tower with sculpted, undulating balconies.
high-rise residential project by the
These frit glass balconies pinwheel around
developer Great Gulf. Strategically
the building, increasing in size for the
placed at the south-east corner of Yonge
preferential corner units, while capitalizing
Street and Bloor Street, its prestigious
on view and light.
location has two converging subway
Luxurious interiors are the vision
lines below and marks the threshold of
of Ceconni Simone and feature
Canada’s premier shopping district.
seamless dine-cook-live spaces and
Balancing the high density of the
designer bathrooms. Spa-like amenities
area, One Bloor complements this
occupy two levels and an expansive
iconic corner with a stylish and modern
amenity deck consisting of two pools
streetscape and dramatic tower. Set
surrounded by densely planted trees and
back from the podium, the tower allows
outdoor cabanas create a recreational
for a sense of drama and grandeur and
oasis for residents.
offers residents of practically every suite incomparable views of the city beyond. Featuring architecture by David
Without doubt, One Bloor is poised to become a true global address. It has already proved an award-winning success
Great Gulf / Tuscany Ridge Developments Inc
Pontarini of award-winning Hariri Pontarini
with 75% of units selling within just nine
Architects, the building comprises a multi-
months of opening and, as of mid-2014,
3751 Victoria Park Avenue,
level podium and 75-storey residential
the project was over 95% sold.
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Brazil INTERIOR DESIGN
HIGHLY COMMENDED INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE BRAZIL FL House by Studio Otto Felix
Studio Otto Felix regards architecture
Studio Otto Felix’s solution was
as a form of art and takes pride in
to mix Brazilian contemporary design,
offering sophistication and innovation
which already has a warmer feel than
integrated with its designs. The
many other styles, with more traditional
company was commissioned to
elements and an elegant colour
transform the interiors of FL House,
scheme. The dining room features
a Palladian property in Sao Paulo, Brazil,
a buffet by Studio Bola and Aristeu
into a contemporary, yet ultimately
Pires chairs to provide the required
cosy, home.
contemporary touches while the living
The clients’ daughters had moved abroad with their children and so, finding themselves alone, the couple decided to
room has modern grey armchairs by Jader Almeida. As the porch is part of the façade,
change the classic style of their home’s
traditional options were selected, yet
social areas. The main challenge for Studio
the wooden table in Provencal style,
Otto Felix was to create a style that
breaks this style in a subtle manner. The
was modern without appearing overly
bedroom was subject to a more drastic
minimalistic; it had to retain a warm,
change and was given a grey, rather
family friendly atmosphere for when the
masculine design along with some gentler
grandchildren visited.
forms to give harmony to the space.
Studio Otto Felix Rua Doutor Heitor Penteado, 1029, Joaquim Egídio – Campinas/SP, 13.108.002 - Brazil t: +55 19 3298 6678 e: otto@ottofelix.com.br w: www.ottofelix.com.br Americas Property Awards 27
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BEST ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Baroneza Residence by Simone Mantovani
BEST ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE BRAZIL Baroneza Residence by Simone Mantovani
Simone Mantovani Arquitetura follows
The physical integration of the
the philosophy that style represents the
spaces, featuring few walls, straight lines,
consequence of a thought developed
open spans and transparency, were
into a project. With Baroneza Residence,
the design’s conceptual and aesthetic
the client’s request was for the company
guidelines. The structure was based on
to design a weekend home where he
distinct functional blocks: main access-
could enjoy the exuberant nature of
garage-domestic-staff quarters, main
the gated community, as well as get-
living area, services area, family
togethers with family and friends in a
bedrooms and guestrooms. These
modern, integrated space.
elements were overlaid in different
Located between the towns of Itatiba and Braganca Paulista in Brazil,
levels and intercommunicated through flat stairways.
the property’s total area amounts to
Family bedrooms have a private
3,150m². Approximately 900m² of this
garden and face the morning sun, while
has been allocated for construction
guest rooms are located on a higher
including the swimming pool area.
floor for more privacy. A family room
The architectural design process was
complete with dressing room has also
developed based on bold design, which
been integrated into the main living space
Simone Mantovani Arquitetura
strongly emphasizes spatial integration,
and the entire services area connects
external and internal integration, natural
with the main living space in a discreet
Avenida 9 de Julho 5017 cj 41,
illumination and open spaces.
and functional manner.
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United States of America A RC H I T E C T U R E
HIGHLY COMMENDED ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE PENNSYLVANIA, USA Cote d’Azur by D’Alessio Inspired Architectural Designs
HIGHLY COMMENDED
D’Alessio Inspired Architectural Designs
provide a light and airy ambience to
is an international legacy builder/
the living areas. A sweeping staircase
developer, renowned for award-winning,
leads to en suite bedrooms while a Juliet
exquisite haute couture, bespoke
balcony ‘hovers’ over the grandeur of this
architectural interior millwork and
spectacular room.
exterior masonry details that create
D’Alessio’s award-winning landscape
one-of-a-kind luxury mansion estates
design involves the seamless extension
and châteaux.
of indoor living spaces integrating them
This property with stunning views
RESIDENTIAL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE PENNSYLVANIA, USA 5-Star Backyard Landscape Oasis by D’Alessio Inspired Architectural Designs
into an outdoor, relaxing, five-star resort
of the Delaware River and Canal
styled backyard oasis. Designed for a
forms a perfect example. The client
three-generational family to have fun
has three young children and wanted a
and entertain, the project makes use of
European styled, comfortable yet elegant,
a 10,000 square feet, unusable wooded
sophisticated home for modern living.
area. A pool/spa was designed as the
Therefore, the French inspired, intimate
focal point and is surrounded by elegant
family residence features an open plan
terraces and patios. The impressive
first floor with a great room as the
landscape design creates new access
central focus. French doors open on to
points from indoor rooms as well as a
D’Alessio Inspired Architectural Designs
a terrace with river views and two and
garden ‘moon gate’ entrance from the
217 Thompson Street,
a half story, floor to ceiling windows
motor court.
Suite 414, New York, NY 10012, USA t: +1 646 937 4391 f: +1 212 673 5160 e: Info@BuiltByDAlessio.com w: www.BuiltByDalessio.com Americas Property Awards 29
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Mexico A RC H I T E C T U R E
HIGHLY COMMENDED ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE MEXICO Rancho Albero by Carranza y Ruiz Arquitectos
Rancho Albero
HIGHLY COMMENDED OFFICE ARCHITECTURE MEXICO Jones Day Mexico City Office by Carranza y Ruiz Arquitectos
Jones Day
Founded in Mexico City in 1982,
Jones Day
With Jones Day’s new office in
Carranza y Ruiz Arquitectos’ mission
Mexico City, Carranza y Ruiz capitalised
is to create the best contemporary
on its unbeatable location adjacent to
Mexican architecture with each
the Angel of Independence monument
project being unique and with its
on Paseo de la Reforma. Situated
own character.
amid some of Mexico’s most important
Rancho Albero in Tepeji del Rio,
buildings, including the Mexican Stock
Mexico is one such project based on
Exchange and Senate of the Republic,
the requirement for a family’s country
the Reforma 342 tower is ideal for
house (or ranch) to accommodate up to
a reputable law firm with 39 established
20 people. The clients wanted to spend
offices across five continents.
weekends and holidays there and enjoy
Key areas include the reception
the benefits of its natural landscape and
directly after the elevators where clients
contemporary design. Carranza y Ruiz’s
can feel the warmth of the Mexican
concept for the property mainly centres
colour palette and appreciate the
Carranza y Ruiz Arquitectos
on the separation of areas. This enables
spectacular views of the city. Elegant and
Av. de la Palma #8 int 502,
it to function well when there are few
efficient, the new offices offer excellent
Interlomas,
people in residence but also separates
communication between all the various
San Fernando La Herradura,
the different environments successfully
interdisciplinary teams with a systematic
Estado de México,
when there are many people staying.
design to improve work processes.
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Canada A RC H I T E C T U R E
BEST RETAIL ARCHITECTURE CANADA South Pointe Lexus by ARUP DATTA ARCHITECT LTD.
South Pointe Lexus
South Pointe Lexus
Callaghan Ravines
Arup Datta Architect specializes in
Blackmud Creek ravine, the surrounding
high quality architectural design and
landscape has been brought into the
prime consulting services for master
site and complemented by high quality,
planning, mixed use, commercial, and
aesthetically pleasing architecture.
residential projects. The first of the company’s two latest
Lexus South Pointe is a unique, one of a kind car dealership in Edmonton,
award-winning projects is Callaghan
Alberta. While all Lexus showrooms have
Ravines, Edmonton a heritage resort-
the sharp feature canopy as a trademark
style, signature multi-family project with
design element, Arup Datta wrapped this
a total of 353 units. Sensitive to the
around the full perimeter of the building
requirements of local planning guidelines,
beautifully.
the development takes full advantage
BEST RETAIL ARCHITECTURE CANADA South Pointe Lexus by ARUP DATTA ARCHITECT LTD.
HIGHLY COMMENDED ARCHITECTURE MULTIPLE RESIDENCE CANADA Callaghan Ravines by ARUP DATTA ARCHITECT LTD.
The sides of the building are finished
of its stunning views of Blackmud Creek
in high quality materials and glazing
ravine and the surrounding south vistas.
while a feature corner is anchored by
The project has been designed
an illuminated car display tower which
to transition the masses and vary the
stands out as an architectural statement
building heights and orientations so as
day and night. Attracting attention to the
ARUP DATTA ARCHITECT LTD
to have minimal impact on the adjacent
fine cars on sale, the spectacular building
1909 – 10th Avenue SW,
low-density residential neighbourhoods.
acts as a strongly positive marketing tool
Calgary,
By using the natural contours of
for the brand.
Alberta, T3C 0K3, Canada t: +1 403 244 8818 f: +1 403 244 8982 e: adal@telus.net w: www.adal.ca Americas Property Awards 31
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Mexico A RC H I T E C T U R E
BEST RESIDENTIAL HIGH-RISE ARCHITECTURE CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Torres Panorama by Gantous Arquitectos
Torres Panorama
BEST RESIDENTIAL HIGH-RISE ARCHITECTURE MEXICO Torres Panorama by Gantous Arquitectos
BEST ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE MEXICO Casa ML by Gantous Arquitectos
HIGHLY COMMENDED ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE MEXICO Casa SJ by Gantous Arquitectos
Casa ML
Casa SJ
Since 1992, Gantous Arquitectos (GA)
luxurious. It has three levels to afford city
has positioned itself as a leader in
views, yet spaces flow openly between
contemporary architecture and interior
a formal living room, inviting family area
design as these three award-winning
and glamorous central staircase. Walls
projects demonstrate.
assert imposing structural volume in steel,
Panorama Towers is a hilltop
glass, stone and concrete but also create
residential complex consisting of four
a delicacy that veils the structure’s multi-
towers within the new suburb of
level volume.
Altozano, overlooking the beautiful city of
SJ Residence, in a prestigious area of
Morelia. Rising 13 storeys high, GA gave
Guadalajara, Mexico, represents one of
each tower a ‘butterfly’ shaped footprint
GA’s most successful fusions of interior
to overcome northern exposures and
and exterior space. Its T-shaped structure
maximize light, warmth and city skyline
is solid at level two yet almost transparent
vistas for every unit. Superior amenities
on level one. This serves as a gate leading
include a large gym, multi-purpose room,
to spectacular, terraced rear gardens and
gardens and play areas.
a sunken travertine pool. The living/dining
ML Residence’s narrow plot called
area opens completely to the outdoors
Gantous Arquitectos
for design solutions to suit the owners’
via glass pocket doors while a cosy
Calle Dos 2,
casual lifestyle while being dramatic and
outdoor lounge ‘floats’ above the pool.
Reforma Social, Mexico City 11650, Mexico t: +52 55 5202 8852 f: +52 55 5202 0438 e: info@gantousarquitectos.com w: www.gantousarquitectos.com 32 Americas Property Awards
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Canada INTERIOR DESIGN
HIGHLY COMMENDED INTERIOR DESIGN APARTMENT CANADA Loft Old Montreal by ActDesign
Loft Old Montreal
HIGHLY COMMENDED
St-Sauveur
Loft Old Montreal
ActDesign was founded by Alain
finish glass serve as décor while walnut
Thibodeau in 1994 and has since
flooring and furnishings balance the
created numerous residential and
colder materials.
commercial projects, all bearing his distinctive signature.
High on a mountain in Quebec, St-Sauveur is a residence dating from
The Loft Old Montreal is in a
the 1980s. ActDesign was commissioned
century-old, former cold store on the
to update both the interior and exterior
edge of Montreal’s old port. Offering
of the building with modernity, refined
the ideal setting for a 21st century
materials and comfort being the
loft, ActDesign first updated the
project’s watchwords.
loft’s structure and installations then
A main priority was to maximize
completely remodeled the kitchen,
the stunning view and create a strong
bathrooms, bedrooms, office and
link to the outside. This was achieved by
walk-in closet.
reversing the levels and enlarging the
A modern art enthusiast, the client
INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE CANADA Home St-Sauveur by ActDesign
existing windows to extend from floor to
gave ActDesign carte blanche for the
ceiling. All the second-storey living areas
interior design. Based on a horseshoe
including the kitchen, dining room, living
layout, it makes the most of the windows
room, custom wine cellar and tasting area
and minimizes the flow of traffic through
were gathered into one spectacular area
the loft. Marble, porcelain and crystal
surrounded by windows.
ActDesign Inc 34-2065 rue Parthenais, Montreal, Quebec, H2K 3TI, Canada t: +1 514 523 0625 e: info@actdesign.ca w: www.actdesign.ca Americas Property Awards 33
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Mexico A RC H I T E C T U R E
HIGHLY COMMENDED RESIDENTIAL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE MEXICO Garden in Tepoztlan by Aplenosol
Aplenosol is a leading landscape
Aplenosol’s main challenge, as well
design company in Mexico founded
as its greatest opportunity, has been to
by Kathrin Grimm, Pia Rosado and
understand that this site is a constant
Lorena Iturralde. The company was
work of transformation. There is no
commissioned to become involved with
beginning and no end and commissions
the ongoing planning of a garden in
flow seamlessly. As the family, site and
Tepoztlán, Mexico – a project which has
buildings have evolved, so the garden has
been in progress for 20 years.
expanded around all these aspects.
Set in a dry region with only four
Although there has never been a
months of rain, the garden is irrigated
formal design brief, Aplenosol has realized
exclusively with harvested rainwater
the importance of linking the site to
thanks to the client’s aim of achieving
the surrounding imposing mountains.
an independent and self-sufficient water
All planting has been carefully selected
supply. The property is built on top of a
for colour and texture so that it suits
large lava bed and so volcanic rock dug
the surroundings and can withstand dry
out for the installation of water storage
conditions. Some species have been
cisterns has been used to build attractive
chosen for their sculptural attributes which
walls and paths.
add to the rugged beauty of the garden.
Aplenosol Agua 440, Jardines del Pedregal, Del. Avaro Obregón, 01900 Mexico City t: +52 55 24 57 94 46 e: contacto@aplenosol.mx w: www.aplenosol.mx 34 Americas Property Awards
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Brazil INTERIOR DESIGN
BEST INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Casa Terra / Ground Home by João Armentano Arquitetura Ltda
BEST INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE BRAZIL Casa Terra / Ground Home by João Armentano Arquitetura Ltda João Armentano is a Brazilian architect
The residence is on a 3,634m²
who has been operating in both national
plot with a construction area of
and international markets for over 30
1,245m². It features a large central
years. He specializes in architectural
living room integrated with dining and
and interior design projects covering
outdoor areas (complete with balcony,
the residential, commercial, corporate
gourmet kitchen and swimming pool).
and hospitality segments. By choosing
On the left there are bedrooms and
materials and furnishings that offer
private areas with a large circulation
comfort, elegance and beauty, he meets
around a stunning water mirror lit by
and exceeds the expectations of clients
a skylight glass. A spectacular master
in each new project.
bedroom features its own spa and
The award-winning Casa Terra is in
private winter garden. All the kitchen,
the city of Barueri in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
services and staff areas are placed on
It is owned by a successful businessman
the opposite side.
who is married with three children. His
Highlights of the project include
client brief to Joao Armentano was to
the careful selection of materials, use of
create an extensive, modern home with
natural elements, connection between
spacious living and leisure areas and a
the interiors and garden, abundant
distinct connection between interiors
natural lighting, cross ventilation and
and the garden.
generous openings.
João Armentano Arquitetura Ltda Rua Fidencio Ramos, 101-14 Andar, Sao Paulo 04551-010, Brazil t: +55 11 3048 1299 f: +55 11 3048 1362 e: arquitetura@joaoarmentano.com w: www.joaoarmentano.com Americas Property Awards 35
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United States of America INTERIOR DESIGN
BEST INTERIOR DESIGN PRIVATE RESIDENCE CALIFORNIA, USA Telegraph Hill, San Francisco by Anne Hepfer Designs, Inc.
Interior design entrepreneur Anne
California living and comfort were of
Hepfer is known for her keen artistry
utmost importance to the overall look
and tireless devotion to clients. Born in
and feel of the project. Sophisticated, yet
New York City, she draws inspiration
fun, the clients craved colour and a mix
from her cosmopolitan experiences,
of styles, eras, patterns and textures to
fusing elements from a range of periods
juxtapose against a clean backdrop for
and cultures while maintaining a
their beautifully curated art collection.
distinctive and timeless style. This private residence in Telegraph
A main goal was to replace the small bay side windows with large
Hill, San Francisco, was built in 1960 with
expansive doors and windows to
sweeping 180 degree bay views from the
welcome the outdoors inside. The
Bay Bridge to Alcatraz. This four-storey
ceilings were also opened up to integrate
10,000 square foot original landmark
natural light throughout via skylights.
building required a complete overhaul.
A series of smaller rooms and two
Anne Hepfer Designs spent two and a
apartments were consolidated into one
half years working on it from conception
single family home, while three additional
to final installation in collaboration with
apartments were renovated for use as
the clients and a renowned architect.
guest quarters.
Anne Hepfer Designs, Inc. 1004 Eglinton Avenue West, Toronto, Ontario, M6C 2C5 Canada t: +1 416 800 2485 e: info@annehepfer.com w: www.annehepfer.com 36 Americas Property Awards
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Cayman Islands A RC H I T E C T U R E
BEST ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE CARIBBEAN O’Hara Residence by Design Cayman Limited
BEST ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE CAYMAN ISLANDS O’Hara Residence by Design Cayman Limited
Design Cayman Architects has over
Design Cayman to create an elevated,
20 years of Caribbean experience and
hurricane resistant Jamaican Great House
is led by qualified British architects.
with a viewing tower and an area to
With the motto that ‘Good design
cultivate orchids. Although the choice
elevates the human spirit,’ this full service
of architectural styles in the area is
architectural studio is able to provide
quite diverse, this project is the first to
a hands-on, collaborative approach to
introduce the traditional Great House
creative and tailored architectural design
approach with a significant touch of
solutions, including a complimentary 45
contemporary design.
minute diagnostic consultation.
The two-storey, five-bedroom family
Professional services include
home has three key design elements,
architecture, interior design, project
a double height courtyard garden with
management, development and
shaded louvered bridges connecting the
master planning, PAD applications,
main house to the guest suite and media
conceptual strategies, feasibility studies,
suite; a three-storey circulation tower
construction management and a strong
with observation deck; and the large,
focus on sustainability.
open concept lounge/dining ‘great room’,
The award-winning O’Hara
from which all interior spaces stem.
Residence is located on Patricks Island,
Linked by 18 foot wide sliding doors
an established residential area with
which stack into a wall pocket, the client’s
gated access in Grand Cayman, BWI.
desire for a true indoor/outdoor living
The client’s main requirements were for
experience is realised.
Design Cayman Architects Brian Macdonald ARB, RIBA, ARIAS Chartered Architect 125 Owen Roberts Drive, Breezy Castle U-16, PO Box 10315, Ky1 - 1003, Grand Cayman t: +1 (345) 949 2800 e: brian@design-cayman.ky w: www.design-cayman.ky Americas Property Awards 37
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Brazil INTERIOR DESIGN
BEST INTERIOR DESIGN SHOW HOME CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Riserva Due by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura
Casa Office 2012
BEST INTERIOR DESIGN SHOW HOME BRAZIL Riserva Due by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura
BEST OFFICE INTERIOR BRAZIL Habib’s Headquarters by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura
HIGHLY COMMENDED OFFICE INTERIOR BRAZIL Casa Office 2012 by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura
Habib’s Headquarters
Riserva Due
Established for over 20 years, Carlos
solution for their headquarters based
Rossi Arquitetura specializes in
in Sao Paulo. The winning solution
innovative and contemporary
was customized spaces with spatial
design solutions worldwide.
functionality bringing the brand’s
Rjz Cyrela, a development company
identity to the spaces. Natural elements
in Rio de Janeiro, invited Carlos Rossi to
and materials brought the outside
design a model home within a high-end
in throughout the office and a large,
residential complex overlooking a golf
centralized meeting point was created for
course. As the gated community is in
informal meetings and research.
an exclusive beach neighbourhood, the
Casa Office is an upscale commercial
project was aimed at a highly luxurious
building in Sao Paulo and features
market. Carlos Rossi Arquitetura’s
different design solutions from selected
concept created a stunning home that
professionals for each corporate
integrated the outside environment,
segment. Carlos Rossi Arquitetura was
bringing the feeling of being close to
responsible for a 363m² area of the
nature inside the spaces.
building. The intimate space shows an
Habib’s is a Brazilian fast food
innovative and sustainable concept, with
Carlos Rossi Arquitetura
company specializing in Middle Eastern
specially selected finishes and furnishings
Rua Funchal 513,
cuisine with more than 475 outlets across
to create a setting emphasizing the
Cj 111,
the country. Carlos Rossi Arquitetura
interrelationships between employees,
Vila Olimpia,
was asked to present the best possible
visitors and collaborators.
Sao Paulo, SP Brazil t: +55 11 3045 6666 e: carlos@carlosrossi.com.br w: www.carlosrossi.com.br 38 Americas Property Awards
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Cayman Islands DE VELOPMENT
BEST APARTMENT CARIBBEAN The Watercolours by The Watercolours Limited BEST RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT CARIBBEAN The Watercolours by The Watercolours Limited
The WaterColours is Grand Cayman’s
suites, private boardroom facilities, state-
most exclusive luxury residence. This
of-the-art oceanfront fitness studio, private
innovative condominium community
massage room, 24-hour security and valet
from the celebrated Caribbean
parking to name a few. The sea-facing,
developer Fraser Wellon is on the
continuous infinity edge pool will offer
world famous Seven Mile Beach. With
more than 200 feet of vanishing edge and
its brilliant design, this distinguished
will complement the transitional design of
new development is constructed to the
the building’s interior and exterior.
highest specifications. Featuring 60 elegant and stylish
BEST APARTMENT CAYMAN ISLANDS The Watercolours by The Watercolours Limited
BEST RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT CAYMAN ISLANDS The Watercolours by The Watercolours Limited
Customers can choose from three, four, six or seven-bedroom floor plans,
private residences, The WaterColours
ranging from 3,600 to 7,300 square feet.
represents far more than just luxury
All residences are ocean facing with
living; it’s a complete lifestyle of relaxation,
expansive glass balconies maximizing
convenience, quality and service. Residents
unobstructed views of the Caribbean
receive a personalized bespoke level
Sea. The WaterColours’ award-winning
of service catered to their own set of
apartment is known as its ‘Grand
PO Box 31315,
preferences. They will have access to
Residence’. This spectacular seven-
Grand Cayman,
20,000 square feet of common area
bedroom, seven bath and two half-bath
KY1-1206,
amenities within the building’s main
suite totals 7,200 square feet and boasts
Cayman Islands
levels. These include concierge services,
the ultimate in design with panoramic
professionally designed owners’ guest
island views.
The WaterColours
Exclusive listing agent: Kim Lund, RE/MAX Cayman Islands t: +1-345-916-5555 t: +1-345-949-9742 e: info@thewatercolourscayman.com w: www.thewatercolourscayman.com Americas Property Awards 39
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Mexico DE VELOPMENT
BEST INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Parque Industrial Queretaro by Promociones Industriales de Queretaro S.A de C.V.
BEST INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT MEXICO Parque Industrial Queretaro by Promociones Industriales de Queretaro S.A de C.V.
Parque Industrial Queretaro (PIQ)
Kirksey Architecture of Houston, Texas,
in Mexico is Latin America’s leading
all aspects of PIQ have been designed
industrial park. Construction began in
to care for its social and ecological
1997 with an investment of $140 million
surroundings through conservative and
to acquire the land, infrastructure
sustainable use of natural resources.
and basic equipment. That same year,
An effective combination of first-class
the new North American Free Trade
infrastructure and services has provided
Agreement was signed between Canada,
industry spaces that optimize growth and
the USA and Mexico.
business opportunities. Wide roads, green
In 1998, major companies such as Valeo Silvanya, Plexco, Plenco and Beach
been specifically designed to satisfy the
Mold started to invest in PIQ, making
needs of modern industry.
it one of the most important industrial
PIQ also offers a safe, sustainable
parks, not only in Mexico but also Latin
and healthy working environment for
America. Now companies from more than
employees, thus improving their quality
11 industrial sectors and over 16 countries
of life as well as productivity. The park
have set up manufacturing plants within it.
is constantly improving to develop and
Developed by Dasarrollos
Promociones Industriales De Queretaro SA CV
areas and specialist industrial plots have
empower new technologies to ensure
Residenciales Turisticos (DRT), a leading
companies enjoy better industrial growth
company in Mexico and designed by
and a more effective investment.
Avenida La Montana, No 100 Parque Industrial Queretaro, Queretaro, Mexico t: +52 44222 94850 e: info@piq.com.mx 40 Americas Property Awards
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Mexico DE VELOPMENT
BEST RESIDENTIAL HIGH-RISE DEVELOPMENT CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA Juriquilla Towers by Desarrollos Residenciales Turisticos S.A de C.V.
BEST RESIDENTIAL HIGH-RISE DEVELOPMENT MEXICO Juriquilla Towers by Desarrollos Residenciales Turisticos S.A de C.V. Established in Mexico in 1993,
including a gym, semi Olympic pool,
Desarrollos Residenciales Turisticos
outdoor pool, spa bath, steam rooms,
(DRT) is considered one of the
saunas and snack bar. Both towers
country’s leading developers
share a green area of over 11,000m², an
with successful projects covering
artificial lake of 1,800m² that acts as a
residential, hotel, warehouse, mall
central attraction, a kids’ club, four paddle
and industrial park projects. Juriquilla
tennis courts and a jogging circuit.
Towers, an award-winning high-rise
Setting the benchmark for
residential project by DRT, is located
vertical buildings in the city with its
in the exclusive development area of
contemporary architectural style,
Queretaro city.
Juriquilla Towers provides both heritage
Residents in Juriquilla Towers live
and investment for families and
in the city’s highest and most exclusive
investors. As well as being a luxury
buildings amid a host of luxurious
apartment building, it is also a complete
amenities. The project comprises two
condominium development due to its
towers of 30 floors each with a double
extensive amenities, location and quality
height lobby, 25 floors of standard
of life it offers. In addition, its competitive
apartments and three penthouses, one
pricing range signifies one of the best
with a stunning roof garden. A third
short-term investment options in
building is for sport and aquatic amenities
Queretaro city.
Desarrollos Residenciales Turisticos S.A de C.V. Paseo Jurica No 105, Int 49 Col Jurica CP 76100 Mexico t: +52 44 222 94850 e: jserrano@drt.com.mx w: www.juriquillatowers.com Americas Property Awards 41
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Mexico A RC H I T E C T U R E
HIGHLY COMMENDED PUBLIC SERVICE ARCHITECTURE MEXICO Capilla del Lago by Di Vece Arquitectos
Capilla del Lago
HIGHLY COMMENDED ARCHITECTURE SINGLE RESIDENCE MEXICO Casa LH by Di Vece Arquitectos Casa LH
Casa LH
Proving the scope of its architectural
expression of timeless beauty. Its contrast
expertise, Di Vece Arquitectos has
of mass and void relates directly to the
presented two extremely different
sense of protection and serenity that the
award-winning projects.
building provides to its users.
Capilla del Lago in Michoacan,
Casa LH in Jalisco, Mexico is a
Mexico is an ecumenical chapel with
residential project inspired by promoting
a unique architectural concept. This
the supreme well being of its owners
architectural icon features countless
and their three children. Its architectural
disorderly columns supporting the roof
concept revolves around ‘contrasts in
of the chapel. These structures resemble
balance’, responding to both the shape
a group of filaments that, when lit with
and size of the site as well as the family’s
the proper energy, can illuminate earthly
lifestyle needs. The house revolves
lives with a glimpse of heavenly light.
around a central courtyard from which
The chapel seats 250 people and
all the circulation originates. It also
is situated on the shore of a central,
contains water features, plants and
picturesque lake within Lago del Bosque,
trees that connect the interior with
a luxurious residential development also
the exterior. This provides the perfect,
Di Vece Arquitectos
designed by Di Vece. Capilla del Lago’s
tranquil, urban retreat for the family, their
Justo Sierra 2326-2A,
bold simplicity is a humble and pure
friends and relatives.
Ladrón de Guevara cp: 44600, Guadaljajara, Jalisco, Mexico t: +52 (33) 36 151 581 e: taller@divece.mx w: www.divece.mx 42 Americas Property Awards
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Montserrat DE VELOPMENT
HIGHLY COMMENDED LEISURE DEVELOPMENT MONTSERRAT Marine Village by Montserrat Development Corporation
Following a series of natural disasters
the only large-scale developable site.
including a hurricane and several
Covering approximately 198 acres, it
volcanic eruptions, Montserrat
has been designated as the location
Development Corporation’s (MDC’s)
for Montserrat’s new capital town, an
mission is to help the island by attracting
integrated development of civic, leisure
new international and local investment,
and visitor facilities, a new port and marina.
developing sites and properties and supporting local enterprises. Marine Village in Little Bay is a
MDC has been given responsibility for the implementation of the entire Little Bay development master plan and
commercial development of four
Marine Village has a unique role within
beachfront, leisure facilities covering
it. Covering 1.25 acres, Marine Village
6,423m² – a dive centre, restaurant and
has a classic Caribbean beach location
bandstand, coffee shop and wine bar
with sand, palm trees, sunsets and a lush,
and sports bar. The site has long been
mountainous backdrop. The underlying
established as a traditional ‘liming’ location
theme of its architectural style reflects
for locals and improved facilities will
local history, culture, architectural heritage
ensure continuity of its social use.
and construction techniques. Natural
In the northern third of the island
materials have been used wherever
where the population and economy are
practicable and all four buildings have
now concentrated, Little Bay represents
outdoor space overlooking the beach.
Montserrat Development Corporation E. Karney Osborne Building, Little Bay, Montserrat t: +1 664 491 4702 e: ibrowne@mdc.ms w: www.investmontserrat.com Americas Property Awards 43
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Brazil R E A L E S TAT E
BEST LETTINGS AGENCY CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA
BEST LETTINGS AGENCY BRAZIL BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY MARKETING CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA
BEST REAL ESTATE AGENCY MARKETING BRAZIL
BEST PROPERTY CONSULTANCY BRAZIL
HIGHLY COMMENDED REAL ESTATE AGENCY BRAZIL Rio Exclusive
Located in Rio de Janeiro, Rio Exclusive
marvelous properties and expert local
is an elite agency founded in 2007,
knowledge, are able to offer clients
which combines personalized real
something exceptional in the Rio de
estate services, luxury vacation rentals
Janeiro real estate and vacation
and bespoke concierge support to
property rental market – exclusive
meet and exceed the demands of its
experiences, unique opportunities and
discerning clientele. Whether you are
unforgettable memories.
searching for a beachfront penthouse
Rio Exclusive focuses its energy on
in Copacabana, or a chic apartment in
a curated property collection, making
BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT CENTRAL & SOUTH AMERICA
Ipanema or Leblon, Rio Exclusive has a
sure only the best and most desirable
luxury portfolio to satisfy every need.
properties fill their portfolio. All of
Their team is made up of multi-
BEST REAL ESTATE AGENT BRAZIL Juliana Guzman for Rio Exclusive
their properties are comprehensively
lingual, international staff from
reviewed, visited by its professional
around the world, who, with their
team and handpicked to ensure the best
hands-on approach, access to
quality for their clients.
Rio Exclusive Rua Gomes Carneiro 112, sala 302, Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil t: +55 21 99450 0234 e: properties@rioexclusive.com w: www.rioexclusive.com 44 Americas Property Awards
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Americas Property Award Winners 2014-2015 Canada
Barbados (cont.)
Architecture Multiple Residence
Residential Development
Highly Commended
Callaghan Ravines by ARUP DATTA ARCHITECT LTD.
Royal Apartments
Development Marketing
by Royal Westmoreland - Barbados
Forest Lakes Country Club by Graham Associates (Global Marketing Solutions)
Cayman Islands
Interior Design Apartment
Apartment
Espace St-Dominique by Anne Sophie Goneau Design
The Watercolours by The Watercolours Limited
Highly Commended
Loft Old Montreal by ActDesign
Architecture Single Residence
Highly Commended
Espace St-Denis by Anne Sophie Goneau Design
O’Hara Residence by Design Cayman Limited
Interior Design Private Residence
Residential Development
Aldo House by Prototype Design Lab
The Watercolours by The Watercolours Limited
Highly Commended
Home St-Sauveur by ActDesign
Office Interior Highly Commended
Newalta Corporation by Walker Lawson Interior Design Inc.
Property Consultancy
Cuba Hotel Interior Hotel Saratoga by Arquitectura de Interiores
Colliers International Property Consultancy Marketing
Montserrat
989 West Broadway by Colliers International
Leisure Development
Property Consultancy Website
Highly Commended
www.collierscanada.com by Colliers International
Marine Village by Montserrat Development Corporation
Property Single Unit Serenity by G. D. Nielsen Developments Ltd.
St Kitts & Nevis
Public Service Architecture
Architecture Multiple Residence
Highly Commended
Beaulieu Elementary School by Charest Parenteau & Associés inc.
The Nevis Hill Club by ECI Wealth Limited
Real Estate Agency
Condominium
Faith Wilson Group
The Nevis Hill Club by ECI Wealth Limited
Real Estate Agency Website
New Hotel Construction & Design
www.faithwilsongroup.com by Faith Wilson Group
Park Hyatt St. Kitts by Range Developments
Residential High-rise Architecture
Residential Development
Highly Commended
Six50 King West by CORE Architects Inc.
The Nevis Hill Club by ECI Wealth Limited
Residential High-rise Development One Bloor by Great Gulf
Turks & Caicos
Retail Architecture
New Small Hotel Construction & Design
South Pointe Lexus by ARUP DATTA ARCHITECT LTD.
Highly Commended The
Shore Club by The Hartling Group
Retail Interior Mark Lash Flagship by Burdifilek
Caribbean
Central & South America Argentina Interior Design Apartment
Barbados
CH Apartment by Adriana Randazzo
Developer Website
Mixed-use Development
www.royalwestmoreland.com
Crowne Plaza - Greenville Polo & Resort by Pereiraola S.A.
by Royal Westmoreland - Barbados Golf Development
New Hotel Construction & Design
Royal Westmoreland by Royal Westmoreland - Barbados
Crowne Plaza - Greenville Polo & Resort
Interior Design Private Residence ‘Umoya’ (Place of Wind), Apes Hill Club by Stephanie Barnes Interior Design Studio Inc.
by Pereiraola S.A. Office Interior MH Office by Adriana Randazzo
Property Single Unit
Property Consultancy
Idyll Moments by Royal Westmoreland - Barbados
Highly Commended
JLL - Jones Lang LaSalle
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Belize
Brazil (cont.)
Developer Website
Office Architecture
www.sanctuarybelize.com by Sanctuary Belize
Corujas by FGMF Arquitetos
Mixed-use Development
Highly Commended The
Sanctuary Belize by Eco-Futures Belize
Office Interior
Belize (cont.)
Habib’s Headquarters by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura
Real Estate Agency Website Highly Commended
Property Consultancy
by Coldwell Banker Southern Belize Realty
Rio Exclusive
Coldwell Banker Belize
Residential Development Highly Commended
Casa Office 2012 by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura
www.coldwellbankerbelize.com
Real Estate Agency Highly Commended
Highly Commended
One Building by FarKasVolGyi Arquitetura
Sanctuary Belize by Eco-Futures Belize
Property Single Unit Highly Commended The
Coral by BRIC Group
Real Estate Agency Town Property Highly Commended
Rio Exclusive
Brazil
Real Estate Agency Marketing
Architecture Single Residence
Rio Exclusive
Baroneza Residence by Simone Mantovani
Real Estate Agency Website
Highly Commended The Highly Commended
Coral by BRIC Group
Project 336 by Crisa Santos Arquitetos
Commercial High-rise Architecture Highly Commended
www.saopauloflat.com by Sao Paulo Flat
Juliana Guzman for Rio Exclusive
Edificio Patio Victor Malzoni
Residential Development
by Botti Rubin Arquitetos Associados
The Coral by BRIC Group
Commercial Landscape Architecture Highly Commended
Highly Commended
Real Estate Agent
Plaza of Olive Trees by Daniel Nunes Paisagismo
Residential High-rise Architecture Highly Commended Tutto
Residenziale by Torres & Bello Arquitetos + Monte Bello
Hotel Interior
Residential Landscape Architecture
Brisas do Lago by Odebrecht Realizacoes Imobiliarias
Haras Patente by Marcelo Novaes Paisagismo
Highly Commended
Beach Front Harbor by Juliana Pippi Arquitetura e Design
Highly Commended
Interior Design Apartment VILA NOVA CONCEICAO RESIDENCE by Cynthia Pimentel Duarte Arquitetura & Design Highly Commended Adolfo Highly Commended
by Alexandre Furcolin Paisagismo Retail Interior Mistral Wine Store by Studio Arthur Casas
Lutz Residential by Bitty Talbot + Cecilia Teixeira
Project 125 by Crisa Santos Arquitetos
Highly Commended Vila
Fazenda São Pedro do Brumado
Nova Apartment by Paula Magnani Arquitetura
Chile Architecture Single Residence
Interior Design Private Residence
Highly Commended
Casa Terra / Ground Home by Joao Armentano Arquitetura Ltda
Hotel Architecture
House For Marcelo Rios by Gonzalo Mardones
Highly Commended
Brazilian Riviera by Mayra Lopes Arquitetura e Interiores
Hotel Hornitos by Gonzalo Mardones
Highly Commended
FL House by Studio Otto Felix
Hotel Interior
Interior Design Show Home
Hotel de la Isla by Larrain Asociados y Cia. Ltda
Riserva Due by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura
Property Consultancy
Highly Commended
Nova Bossa by Juliana Pippi Arquitetura e Design
Highly Commended
Sala do Marido Gourmet by Juliana Pippi Arquitetura e Design
Highly Commended
Inmobiliaria Jones Lang LaSalle Limitada
Colombia
Leisure Architecture
Office Architecture
Villagio São José by Torres & Bello Arquitetos
Highly Commended
+ Construesse Incorporadora
Edificio Naos - NQS 101 by Constructora Las Galias / Arquitectura en Estudio
Lettings Agency
Property Consultancy
Rio Exclusive
JLL - Jones Lang LaSalle Limitada
Mixed-use Architecture Highly Commended
Highly Commended
Brascan Century Plaza Green Valley Commercial and Residential
Costa Rica
by Jose Lucena Arquitetura
Leisure Development
Praca Sao Paulo by Odebrecht Realizacoes Imobiliarias
Highly Commended Villa
Punto de Vista
Mixed-use Development Praca Sao Paulo by Odebrecht Realizacoes Imobiliarias
Mexico
Highly Commended The
Architecture Multiple Residence
Coral by BRIC Group
New Hotel Construction & Design
Reforma 2394 by Desarrolladora Del Parque + Aflo Arquitectos
Brisas do Lago by Odebrecht Realizacoes Imobiliarias
Highly Commended TREVOX
223 by CRAFT Arquitectos
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Mexico (cont.)
Uruguay (cont.)
Architecture Single Residence
Office Architecture
Casa ML by Gantous Arquitectos
Abitab Corporate Building by CARLOS OTT, Architects
Highly Commended
Casa LH by Di Vece Arquitectos
Highly Commended
Rancho Albero by Carranza y Ruiz Arquitectos
Highly Commended
Casa SJ by Gantous Arquitectos
Golf Course
in Association with CARLOS PONCE de LEON, Architects
United States of America
Golf Zibata by Pangea Desarrolladora Highly Commended
Inmobiliaria S.A.P.I. de C.V.
California
Paraiso Country Club by Guereca Golf Design
Architecture Single Residence
Golf Development
The Hall Residence by Burgeoning Architects
Yucatan Country Club by Yucatan Country Club
Golf Development
Industrial Development
The Residence Club at PGA WEST
Parque Industrial Queretaro
Interior Design Private Residence
by Promociones Industriales de Queretaro S.A de C.V.
Telegraph Hill, San Francisco
Mixed-use Architecture
by Anne Hepfer Designs, Inc.
Mall of Guadalajara by Design International
Highly Commended
Mixed-use Development
Office Interior
Avanta Gardens by Insar
Highly Commended ADL
Office Architecture Highly Commended
Highly Commended
Office & Studio
by Artistic Designs for Living (ADL)
Office Under The Shade Of An Almond Tree
Real Estate Agency
by Arturo Campos Arquitectos
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Jones Day Mexico City Office
Highly Commended The Agency
by Carranza y Ruiz Arquitectos
Real Estate Agency Marketing
Public Service Architecture
Coldwell Banker International by Coldwell Banker
Terrazas Belvedere Interlomas by Micheas Arquitectos Highly Commended
Lily’s Pad by Artistic Designs for Living (ADL)
Capilla del Lago by Di Vece Arquitectos
Residential Brokerage Real Estate Agent Highly Commended
Linda May for Coldwell Banker Previews
Residential Development
Retail Architecture
Yucatan Country Club
Santa Monica Place by The Jerde Partnership Inc.
Residential High-rise Architecture Torres Panorama by Gantous Arquitectos Highly Commended
Magma Towers by Gilberto L. Rodriguez
for owner, Macerich Retail Development Santa Monica Place by The Jerde Partnership, Inc.
Residential High-rise Development Juriquilla Towers by Desarrollos Residenciales Turisticos S.A de C.V. Residential Landscape Architecture Highly Commended
Garden in Tepoztlan by Aplenosol
Connecticut Real Estate Agency Klemm Real Estate Highly Commended William
Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty
Retail Architecture
Real Estate Agency Marketing
Mall of Guadalajara by Design International
William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty
Retail Interior Highly Commended
SG Image Studio by Micheas Arquitectos
Florida Architecture Single Residence
Panama
Casey Key Residence
Interior Design Apartment
by Sweet Sparkman Architects
YOO Panama by YOO
Public Service Architecture
Retail Interior
Highly Commended
D’Mario - Panama by Sara Battelli & Partners
Sarasota County Beach Pavilions by Sweet Sparkman Architects
Residential High-rise Development Peru
Regalia by Regalia Beach Developers
Residential High-rise Development Malecon by YOO by YOO
Idaho Golf Development
Uruguay
Huntsman Springs by Huntsman Springs Inc.
Architecture Single Residence Highly Commended
La Dorita Residence by Jose Luis Andre Architects
Leisure Development Huntsman Springs by Huntsman Springs Inc.
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Illinois Real Estate Agency Blue Fence Real Estate Massachusetts Real Estate Agency Hammond Residential Real Estate Real Estate Agency Marketing Hammond Residential Real Estate Real Estate Agency Website Highly Commended
www.HammondRE.com by Hammond Residential Real Estate
Nevada Interior Design Private Residence Vegas Views by Creative Building Corporation Residential Renovation/Redevelopment Highly Commended Vegas Views
by Creative Building Corporation
New York Architecture Single Residence Highly Commended
Daniels Lane by Blaze Makoid Architecture
Hotel Interior Loews Regency Hotel by Rottet Studio Interior Design Apartment The New York Apartment by Shalini Misra Limited Office Interior DonorsChoose.org by Eight Inc. Real Estate Agency Website www.manhattanmiami.com by Manhattan Miami Real Estate Real Estate Agent Highly Commended Timothy
Eaton Center by Pickard Chilton Pennsylvania Architecture Single Residence Cote d’Azur by D’Alessio Inspired Architectural Designs Residential Landscape Architecture 5-Star Backyard Landscape Oasis by D’Alessio Inspired Architectural Designs South Carolina Real Estate Agency Website Highly Commended
Best Development Marketing Forest Lakes Country Club by Graham Associates (Global Marketing Solutions) Best Interior Design Apartment Espace St-Dominique by Anne Sophie Goneau Design Best Interior Design Private Residence Aldo House by Prototype Design Lab Best Property Consultancy Colliers International Best Property Consultancy Marketing 989 West Broadway by Colliers International Best Property Consultancy Website www.collierscanada.com by Colliers International Best Property Single Unit Serenity by G. D. Nielsen Developments Ltd. Best Real Estate Agency Faith Wilson Group Best Real Estate Agency Website www.faithwilsongroup.com by Faith Wilson Group Best Residential High-rise Development One Bloor by Great Gulf Best Retail Architecture South Pointe Lexus by ARUP DATTA ARCHITECT LTD. Best Retail Interior Mark Lash Flagship by Burdifilek
Caribbean
Office Architecture
Highly Commended
Canada
G. Davis for Corcoran
Ohio
Highly Commended
Overall Americas Property Award Winners
www.danielravenelsir.com by Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty
Washington Property Consultancy Website www.colliers.com by Colliers International
Best Apartment The Watercolours by The Watercolours Limited Best Architecture Multiple Residence The Nevis Hill Club by ECI Wealth Limited Best Architecture Single Residence O’Hara Residence by Design Cayman Limited Best Developer Website www.royalwestmoreland.com by Royal Westmoreland - Barbados Best Golf Development Royal Westmoreland by Royal Westmoreland - Barbados Best Interior Design Private Residence ‘Umoya’ (Place of Wind), Apes Hill Club by Stephanie Barnes Interior Design Studio Inc Best New Hotel Construction & Design Park Hyatt St. Kitts by Range Developments Best Property Single Unit Idyll Moments by Royal Westmoreland - Barbados Best Residential Development The Watercolours by The Watercolours Limited
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These companies represent the top winners across the Americas. Each of these will go on to compete in the overall International Property Awards to determine the World’s Best in each category. Central & South America Best Architecture Multiple Residence Reforma 2394 by Desarrolladora Del Parque + Aflo Arquitectos Best Architecture Single Residence Baroneza Residence by Simone Mantovani Best Developer Website www.sanctuarybelize.com by Sanctuary Belize Best Golf Course Golf Zibata by Pangea Desarrolladora Inmobiliaria S.A.P.I. de C.V. Best Golf Development Yucatan Country Club by Yucatan Country Club Best Hotel Interior Brisas do Lago by Odebrecht Realizacoes Imobiliarias Best Industrial Development Parque Industrial Queretaro by Promociones Industriales de Queretaro S.A de C.V. Best Interior Design Apartment YOO Panama by YOO Best Interior Design Private Residence Casa Terra / Ground Home by Joao Armentano Arquitetura Ltda Best Interior Design Show Home Riserva Due by Carlos Rossi Arquitetura Best Leisure Architecture Villagio São José by Torres & Bello Arquitetos + Construesse Incorporadora Best Lettings Agency Rio Exclusive Best Mixed-use Architecture Mall of Guadalajara by Design International Best Mixed-use Development Avanta Gardens by Insar Best New Hotel Construction & Design Brisas do Lago by Odebrecht Realizacoes Imobiliarias Best Office Architecture Corujas by FGMF Arquitetos Best Office Interior MH Office by Adriana Randazzo Best Property Consultancy JLL - Jones Lang LaSalle Limitada Best Public Service Architecture Terrazas Belvedere Interlomas by Micheas Arquitectos Best Real Estate Agency Town Property Best Real Estate Agency Marketing Rio Exclusive Best Real Estate Agent Juliana Guzman for Rio Exclusive
Best Residential Development The Coral by BRIC Group Best Residential High-rise Architecture Torres Panorama by Gantous Arquitectos Best Residential High-rise Development Juriquilla Towers by Desarrollos Residenciales Turisticos S.A de C.V. Best Residential Landscape Architecture Haras Patente by Marcelo Novaes Paisagismo Best Retail Architecture Mall of Guadalajara by Design International Best Retail Interior D’Mario - Panama by Sara Battelli & Partners
United States of America Best Architecture Single Residence The Hall Residence by Burgeoning Architects Best Golf Development Huntsman Springs by Huntsman Springs Inc. Best Hotel Interior Loews Regency Hotel by Rottet Studio Best Interior Design Apartment The New York Apartment by Shalini Misra Limited Best Leisure Development Huntsman Springs by Huntsman Springs Inc. Best Office Architecture Eaton Center by Pickard Chilton Best Office Interior DonorsChoose.org by Eight Inc. Best Property Consultancy Website www.colliers.com by Colliers International Best Real Estate Agency Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Best Real Estate Agency Marketing Coldwell Banker International by Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Best Real Estate Agency Website www.manhattanmiami.com by Manhattan Miami Real Estate Best Residential High-rise Development Regalia by Regalia Beach Developers Best Retail Architecture Santa Monica Place by The Jerde Partnership Inc. for owner, Macerich Best Retail Development Santa Monica Place by The Jerde Partnership, Inc.
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