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    Touch Architect shapes French patisserie like “the curve of a croissant”

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    Bangkok studio Touch Architect has created French Kitsch III, a patisserie in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, with a design that references French cathedrals and pastries.

    The 360-square-metre board-marked concrete building was informed by an idea of Frenchness that drew on many different sources, including religious architecture.
    French Kitsch III is located in Nakhon Ratchasima”French cathedrals have an architectural identity dating back to ancient times; they are merely one of the initial inspirations when thinking of Frenchness, aligned with the concept of the ‘French Kitsch’ brand,” Touch Architect co-founder Parpis Leelaniramol told Dezeen.
    In addition to cathedrals, the studio also looked to another French icon when designing the patisserie – the croissant.
    Touch Architect referenced different French symbols for its designThe studio used the shape of a croissant to create French Kitsch III’s interior, which features a number of arches with slightly uneven shapes.

    “The architectural space is formed by rhythmic arches, with the shape of four different arches created by the curve of a croissant in cross-sectional cut,” Leelaniramol said.
    “Moreover, the board-formed concrete material used throughout the building serves as a metaphor for the croissant stripes,” she added.
    Its interior has arches modelled on the shape of a croissantTouch Architect also used concrete for the structure to add to the “concept of imperfection”.
    “Not only croissant stripes, using concrete as the material also strengthens the concept of perfection of imperfection where the wall is not completely smooth, but it reflects the authenticity of the material, which can be beautiful by itself,” Leelaniramol said.
    The board-marked concrete was intended to resemble a croissant’s stripesSome of French Kitsch III’s curved forms double as solar shades, helping cool the building in Nakhon Ratchasima’s hot climate, which can reach 37 degrees in spring.
    “Thick walls and the inverted curves on the upper floor act as shading devices and reduce heat from direct sunlight,” Leelaniramol explained.

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    Inside, the arched concrete walls are lit by slender LED lights that emphasise their shape, while arched windows provide views of the exterior.
    “When light passes through the arched window, it creates reflections on the floor, similar to that of cathedral glass,” the studio said.
    LED lights illuminate the interior and emphasise its shapeA long counter is placed along one wall on the ground floor and can be seen from the second floor. Here, the studio carved voids into the concrete to let in more light.
    Touch Architect also added spaces for greenery inside, creating contrasts against the grey concrete.
    “Due to the limited size of the site, the building needs to maximise space to accommodate all functional requirements, leaving no room for an outdoor landscape,” Leelaniramol said. “Therefore, green areas are integrated inside the architecture.”
    Green plants and pink dogs feature inside the French Kitsch III patisserieDecorative pink bulldogs, the symbol for the French Kitsch brand, have been placed throughout the cafe.
    “A local sculptor created the pink bulldog sculpture based on our design, which analysed and integrated its placement into each space to create a livable atmosphere and truly connect with customers,” Leelaniramol concluded.
    Other recent Thai projects on Dezeen include a community building formed of rammed earth and a curving cafe with a Baobab tree growing inside.
    The photography is by Metipat Prommomate and Anan Naruphantawat.
    Project credits: 
    Architect: Touch ArchitectOwner: Chanon Jeimsakultip and Anuchit VongjonPrincipal architect: Setthakarn Y and Parpis LDesign team: Pitchaya T, Tanita P, Matucha K and Nutchapol ChInterior: Thanunya DCivil engineer: Chittinat WongmaneeprateepM&E engineer: Yodchai Kornsiriwipha x Isarapap RattanabumrungContractor: Samma Construction Part., Ltd.Narrator: Methawadee Pathomrattanapiban

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      Sculptural rattan installation meanders through Thai art gallery by Enter Projects Asia

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      Architecture studio Enter Projects Asia has completed a private gallery for a collector in Chiang Mai, Thailand, featuring an undulating rattan structure designed by an algorithm that weaves its way in and out of the building.

      The 2,000-square-metre gallery complex comprises gardens, water features and a series of pavilions for displaying the owner’s collection of silverware, fine china and porcelain, including what is reportedly the largest collection of Wedgwood porcelain in Southeast Asia.
      A rattan installation weaves throughout the galleryEnter Projects Asia, which is based on the Thai island of Phuket, developed a holistic proposal for the project that spanned everything from spatial planning to lighting and furniture, with the fluid rattan structures providing a consistent element throughout the scheme.
      The aim was to create a less “clinical, antiseptic” interpretation of a traditional gallery, based on the studio’s research into parametric design and dynamic forms, Enter Projects Asia director Patrick Keane explained.
      The overhead rattan structure drops down to form several pods”We sought to create an immersive experience, giving the space a warmth and depth uncharacteristic of conventional art galleries,” he said.

      The gallery features two wings arranged on either side of a central entrance. Each wing contains an exhibition space, with a private dining area also accommodated in the larger of the two volumes.
      The gallery complex also includes gardensThe rattan installation begins at the entrance and traces an overhead route through the building, seamlessly transitioning between inside and outside.
      At several points, the suspended structure drops down to create bulbous open-sided pods, incorporating shelves for displaying artworks and objects.
      The rattan structure weaves in and out of the buildingThe installation’s complex form was generated using generative design software and is intended to simulate the movement of clouds and steam.
      Its shape seems to change constantly when viewed from different perspectives, adding visual dynamism to the interior.

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      Lighting integrated within the overhead structure creates a warm glow both during the day and night, while concealed lights illuminate the display areas.
      The three rattan pods – measuring five, four and three-and-a-half metres in height respectively – were fabricated in a factory during the coronavirus lockdowns before being transported to the site and assembled.
      Lighting was incorporated into the rattan shapes to create a warm glowEnter Projects Asia regularly works with rattan palm, which is a naturally abundant resource in the region. Previously, the studio produced a similarly sculptural wickerwork installation for an office and factory building in Waregem, Belgium.
      During the pandemic, the practice also launched an initiative called Project Rattan that focuses on creating bespoke rattan furniture and lighting using local craft skills.
      The rattan structure creates a cohesive scheme throughout the galleryAccording to Keane, the fast-growing palm species are well suited to use in interior design, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional building materials.
      “It is not hard to be sustainable in construction if we adapt to our environment,” he said. “Why would we use synthetic, toxic plastics when we have all the noble materials we need at our fingertips?”
      The bulbous shapes were created with parametric design softwareKeane founded Enter Projects in 2005 after completing his studies in Australia and the USA. Since relocating to Asia, the firm’s projects aim to combine a focus on innovation with a strong sustainable agenda.
      Previously, a rattan studio the practice designed for yoga brand Vikasa was named leisure and wellness interior project of the year at the 2020 Dezeen Awards.
      The photography is by William Barrington-Binns.

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      The Standard to open design-led Asia flagship hotel in Bangkok

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      Promotion: hotel brand The Standard is set to open a Bangkok outpost in King Power Mahanakhon, featuring bright interiors by Spanish designer Jaime Hayon and The Standard’s in-house design team.

      Named The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon, the design-led lifestyle hotel in Thailand will open in May 2022 and become The Standard’s Asia flagship.
      The Standard is opening a hotel in Bangkok’s King Power Mahanakhon skyscraperThe 155-room hotel is being developed in the pixelated King Power Mahanakhon.
      Its interiors, which are being designed by Hayon in collaboration with the brand’s in-house designers, are hoped to encapsulate the “unmistakable energy of the Thai capital”.
      Its interiors are being designed by Jaime Hayon”There is nothing in Bangkok, or the entire region, like what we have created here,” said The Standard’s executive chairman Amar Lalvani.

      “We love the energy, style and culture Bangkok offers and couldn’t be more proud to partner with King Power to open our flagship for the region in this awe-inspiring building, in this incredible city.”
      The 155 guest rooms will vary in sizeThe 78-storey King Power Mahanakhon was chosen as the host building for the hotel in recognition of its iconic architectural design and setting within Bangkok’s central business district.
      It is also in close proximity to Bangkok’s Old Town, which the brand said: “has recently become the chosen enclave for the city’s dynamic creative community”.
      Finishes will be bright and colourfulThe interiors of the hotel will be distinguished by bright colours and fluid shapes. There will also be a mix of art installations and greenery.
      These finishes have been developed by Hayon to challenge the usual aesthetic of other luxury hotels in Bangkok.
      Greenery will feature throughoutHotel rooms will range in size from 40-square-metre guest rooms to a spacious 144-square-metre penthouse.
      In addition to the hotel rooms will be a meeting and events room, as well as shops and a gym that will be open to the local community.
      Like all other hotels by The Standard, there will also be an outdoor terrace pool and a mix of restaurant, lounge, bar and nightlife venues.
      The terrace, described by The Standard as “the highest alfresco sky beach in Bangkok” will have sweeping views of the city.
      The hotel aims to encapsulate the “unmistakable energy of the Thai capital”The Standard was established in 1999. It is known for its design-led approach to hotels.
      Its Bangkok outpost joins the US and European flagships, named The Standard, High Line, and The Standard, London, as well as waterside retreats in Miami, the Maldives, and Hua Hin. The Standard, Ibiza is also opening this spring.
      The hotel will feature a roof terrace and poolTo celebrate the opening of The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon, the brand is offering a pre-opening discount of 25 per cent on bookings until 31 Jul 2022 for stays until 28 Feb 2023.
      For more information on The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon, and its opening, visit its website.
      The imagery is courtesy of The Standard.
      Partnership content
      This article was written for The Standard as part of a partnership. Find out more about Dezeen partnership content here.

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      Space Popular uses green tones throughout Infinity Wellbeing spa in Bangkok

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      A tropical garden can be seen from within this spa in Sukhumvit, Bangkok, which architecture studio Space Popular has designed with soothing green and white treatment rooms.Infinity Wellbeing is set within a building on one of the side streets, or “sois”, that lead off Sukhumvit’s main road.
      It is entered via a luscious garden planted with dragon trees and lipstick palms, which Space Popular hopes will offset the shops, food vendors and towering skyscrapers that cluster around the spa.

      Above image: the garden that surrounds the spa’s entrance. Top image: one of the spa’s treatment rooms.

      “Designing the arrival and departure sequence is perhaps the most challenging element as the interior ambience is highly contrasting with the bustling street atmosphere in Bangkok,” the studio’s founders, Lara Lesmes and Fredrik Hellberg, told Dezeen.
      “Through the leaves of the garden, the spa is in strong contrast to the street with its often chaotic collage of sounds and sights.”

      The spa’s reception is decked out in calming shades of green and white
      The leafy plants also help obscure views through to the interior of the spa, where the studio has continued the calming ambience by utilising a serene colour palette of off-whites and pastel greens.
      Lesmes and Hellberg were particularly inspired to use the colour after coming across a local green-hued marble.

      Chairs in the spa are part of Space Popular’s latest furniture collection
      At the centre of the reception area is a fluted white service counter. Sheer white curtains have then been hung at the peripheries of the room, serving as a backdrop to customer seating areas.
      The accompanying armchairs, recliners and bar stools are all from Space Popular’s latest range of furniture called The Second Collection. Each piece features a tubular mint-green framework and “petroleum-blue” upholstery.

      Mint-green timber louvres line the spa’s corridors
      Green tube-like bases also feature on the stone-topped side tables dotted throughout the room, which also come as part of The Second Collection.

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      A contrasting pop of colour is provided by the copper-tone grid that runs across the reception’s backlit ceiling. Stems of the grid extend down and away from the ceiling to form overhead lamps.

      Green-terrazzo vanity units feature in the spa’s treatment rooms
      Corridors lined with mint-coloured timber louvres lead through to Infinity Wellbeing’s white-painted treatment rooms, most of which have been finished with vanity stands and washbasins crafted from green terrazzo.
      The garden-facing massage rooms are slightly moodier in tone – walls are clad in dark teal acoustic panels, while packaging foam is used to create coffered ceilings. Space Popular said it wanted to juxtapose high-end and humble materials like this from the outset of the project.
      “It’s a contrast often seen throughout Bangkok, which despite its abundance of luxury and shine manages to maintain its agility and inventiveness through its market and street food culture,” the studio explained.

      The moody massage rooms have up-close views of the garden
      Only one of the treatment rooms, which boasts sandy-pink walls, diverts from the colour palette seen in the rest of the spa. It also has a dramatic tiered ceiling which staggers upwards into a cone-like shape.
      “[The room] had very particular constraints due to where it was located – it doesn’t face the garden – so we decided to turn it into its own world,” added Space Popular.

      A tiered ceiling is the focal point of another treatment room
      This is the second branch that the studio has designed for the spa company. The first location, which is simply titled Infinity, was completed back in 2017. It’s situated in Bangkok’s Bang Rak district, occupying a pair of traditional Thai shophouses.
      More recently Space Popular has designed the venue for Punto de Inflexión, the first-ever architecture conference to be held in virtual reality.
      Photography is by Wison Tungthunya.

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      Rattan yoga pods create “space of captivating calmness” for studio in Bangkok

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      Thai architecture studio Enter Projects Asia has used rattan to enclose a series of studios for yoga brand Vikasa at its headquarters in Bangkok.Enter Projects Asia used rattan – a type of climbing plant with a flexible woody stem – as the main material to break up a 450-square-metre space in a triangular-shaped block in downtown Bangkok into a series of yoga studios.
      The studio is shortlisted for leisure and wellness interior of the year at Dezeen Awards 2020.

      Rattan was used to enclose private yoga studios
      Supported on a frame of Thai timber, the material was used to partition two public yoga studios and fully enclose two smaller, private studios.

      The architecture studio wrapped the spaces in the natural material to create “an urban oasis in the chaos of Bangkok – a retreat from the grind”.

      Rattan was chosen as it can be found on the island of Koh Samui of the east coast of the country, where yoga brand Vikasa had a retreat.
      “All elements of the project were made from natural, local materials to be a hub or a portal for their existing location, which is based on a hillside in Koh Samui: Thai hardwood, local black slate, bamboo and most notably, rattan,” said Enter Projects Asia design director Patrick Keane.
      “The result is a space of captivating calmness, cloaked in quiet contentment – an oasis of tranquillity amongst the chaos of Bangkok,” he told Dezeen.

      The studio’s reception has a rattan desk and light feature
      Along with the pods, rattan was used to create light fittings in the studios and a large, sinuous desk that dominates the reception area.
      The desk becomes a bench for those waiting for classes and turns into a light feature that winds its way above the reception area,  ending in a woven lampshade above the main staircase.

      The rattan light feature hangs above the stairs
      The three-dimensional rattan forms were created in collaboration with specialist furniture designer Project Rattan by combining traditional weaving techniques with digital design.

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      “We facilitated the fusion of 3D technologies with local Thai craftsmanship to bring nature to an urban context,” explained Keane.
      “We worked using 3D software, special effects modelling namely Maya and Rhino. Frames and templates were all printed on giant templates for the craftspeople to use as guides for their weaving techniques.”

      The rattan desk turns into a bench
      Overall, Enter Projects Asia hopes that it has created a space that communicates a sense of spirituality
      “It embraces all five senses, with soft geometry to counter hard urban edges, tactile materials that are touchable and natural, the smell of nature, and the technical acoustics – as good as a radio station – and the food and beverage Vikasa provides,” said Keane.

      Rattan forms are visible from outside the building
      The studios occupy the first floor of Vikasa’s headquarters, which has a cafe area on the ground floor, with the rattan forms designed to be visible through large glass windows from the street.
      Previous yoga studios on Dezeen include a bamboo pavilion nestled in the jungle in Tulum designed by CO-Lab Design Office and a muted studio with a textured sisal ceiling in Melbourne.
      Photography by Edmund Sumner.
      Project credits:
      Interiors architecture and design: Enter Projects AsiaDesign director: Patrick KeaneDesign team: Tomas Guevara, Azul Paklaian, Archana Ramesh, Sergio LissoneLocal craftsmanship: Project RattanBuilders: Enter Projects, Ian SykesEngineer: Lincoln ScottConsultants: Ian Sykes BuilderCollaborators: Project Rattan

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      Thomas Juul-Hansen opts for earthy tones in Bangkok's Scope Langsuan apartments

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      Dezeen promotion: the interiors of the Scope Langsuan residential building have been designed by Thomas Juul-Hansen, his first project in Thailand.Located in the heart of Bangkok’s city centre, the soon-to-be-completed development for Scope is situated on a piece of the most expensive freehold land in the city.

      Danish designer Thomas Juul-Hansen was behind the interior design for Scope Langsuan, which will feature a calming colour palette of warm, sandy hues and muted pastel tones.

      Juul-Hansen has selected fittings and furniture to complement this colour palette from brands such as Minotti, Walter Knoll and Poliform, as well as designing some bespoke furniture pieces for each unit in the development.
      The Copenhagen-born designer was previously responsible for the interior design of New York’s 75-story skyscraper One57, nicknamed The Billionaire Building, which reached completion in 2014.

      Global architecture firm Kohn Pedersen Fox (KPF) was design consultant for the building itself, which will accommodate 158 residences across 34 floors.
      “We’re a disruptive developer, focusing exclusively on designing and building top, international standard premium homes,” said Scope CEO Yongyutt Chaipromprasith.
      “We cater to a new generation of homeowners who seek design and build quality that match the very best available in New York or London,” he added. “So, we’ve teamed up with the best partners in the world.”

      Scheduled for completion in early 2023, the block will have one-bedroom residences sized at around 83 square metres, while two-bedroom apartments are sized at 153 to 162 square metres. Penthouse residences will be between 419 to 443 square metres.
      All apartments will have floor-to-ceiling windows and ceiling heights of 3.5 metres, with four metres for the penthouses.

      A wine cellar, cloakroom, cigar storage, piano room and 25-seat auditorium will be found on the third floor of the complex, while a fitness centre, temperature-control pool, business lounge and kids room will be located on the fourth floor.
      Thirty levels up, on the 34th floor, is a sky lounge, private kitchen and dining area and a barbecue deck.

      In the living spaces, the kitchens feature furniture by German manufacturer Bulthaup, as well as kitchen appliances from Gaggenau and Sub-Zero.
      The bedrooms also include built-in closets by Italian furniture manufacturer Lema, and luxury bathrooms designed by TOTO.

      Scope Langsuan will also offer a range of lifestyle facilities and five-star services, including maid and cleaning services, receptionists, 24-hour comprehensive security, and valet parking.
      “Scope Langsuan will be one of Thailand’s highest quality condominium developments with its clean and open simplicity, functionality, international good taste, and searingly close attention to details,” Chaipromprasith added.

      Located at the centre of the city on Lang Suan road, Scope Langsuan is 140 metres – just a two-minute walk – from the city’s BTS Skytrain and rail transit system.
      The complex will be positioned within minutes’ walk of Bangkok’s most prestigious retail avenue, Ploenchit Road, as well as the Central Embassy, Siam Center and Central Chidlom.Bangkok’s popular central Lumpini Park is also “only a straight-line jog away” at the end of Langsuan Road.
      For more information about Scope Langsuan can be found on the company’s website.

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      Integrated Field decorates children's hospital in Thailand with slides and a pool

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      Design studio Integrated Field has created colourful arched interiors filled with animals and clouds to provide an enjoyable experience for children at a hospital in Samut Sakhon, Thailand.Playful touches in EKH Children’s Hospital include a bright yellow slide that spirals through the reception and animal shapes above hospital beds and light-up constellations that act as night lights.

      A yellow slide spirals through the entrance
      EKH Children’s Hospital has been shortlisted for leisure and wellness interior of the year at Dezeen Awards 2020.

      Integrated Field wanted the young visitors to the medical facility to be put at ease in what can be a scary and unfamiliar place.

      Waiting rooms have play areas and soft benches
      The designers put fun elements, such as clouds above an indoor swimming pool and soft play areas in the waiting rooms, to help distract children who could be nervous or feeling unwell.
      “Imagine being a kid dreading going into the hospital, the slide will definitely make you stop crying,” said the studio.
      “The waiting area of each clinic is designed into a playground, which becomes something of a burden for the parents when having to convince the kids to leave the hospital.”

      Slides make hospital visits so fun sometimes children don’t want to leave
      An indoor swimming pool adds to the fun, with arched windows that form circular reflections in the water and white clouds decorating the walls against a sky-blue backdrop.
      In the pharmacy, the play area is designed so that parents can easily keep an eye on their charges when they’re waiting at the counter.

      The rooms are themed around animals such as rabbits
      Arches above doorways and alcoves and rounded seating areas were all designed with a child’s perspective in mind, and these architectural elements were scaled to their height.
      Rooms are painted in soft pastel tones, including pink, blue and yellow.

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      “The pastel colour tone encourages the children’s use of imagination,” Integrated Field told Dezeen.
      “As a kid, we all create our own imaginary world when we are experiencing a space for the first time,” it added. “Each specific colour refers to a specific animal representing each zone, such as sky blue for whales.”

      Ceiling decorations double as nightlights
      Rooms for overnight stays are given animal themes to make them more appealing – Whale, Turtle, Lion and Rabbit Constellation.
      The animal’s outline is picked out on the ceiling so that it is visible during the day. At night, soft lightbulbs and glow in the dark strips pick out a constellation of stars that acts as a comforting nightlight.

      Arches feature in the hospital’s bathrooms
      Lighting in all of the hospital rooms and corridors is also designed to be soft, rather than the harsh fluorescent lights usually found in hospital settings.
      In the hospital bathrooms, the girls’ toilets are tiled pink and the boys’ yellow. Sinks and urinals are set into arched alcoves, with half of the facilities placed at a child’s height for easy access.

      The facade is also decorated with animals
      On the exterior facade, pastel-coloured metal screens have perforations that form the shape of animals.
      “As adults, we find ourselves amazed if not a bit jealous by the mesmerising variety and development of children’s toys or even snacks these days,” said the studio.
      “EKH Children Hospital will change everyone’s perception about what the space of a children’s hospital can be.”
      Integrated Field was founded in 2011 and is based in Bangkok.
      Other colourful children’s hospitals include a hospital in Brisbane with a colourful facade and a layout inspired by trees, and a brightly coloured children’s outpatient clinic in Kyiv that is also designed to be deliberately un-threatening.
      Photography is by Ketsiree Wongwan.
      Project credits:
      Owner: Ekachai HospitalInterior architect: Integrated FieldArchitect: S:CSBLandscape architect: S:CSBLighting designer: Nopporn SakulwigitsinthuEnvironmental graphics: Integrated FieldStructural engineer: S:CSBElectrical engineer: S:CSBSanitary engineer: S:CSBMain contractor: Adisorn ConstructionInterior contractor: Open Interior, PansinSignage contractor: D.R. Advertising

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      Scope unveils luxurious clubhouse inside its Langsuan condominium development

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      Dezeen promotion: developer Scope has revealed designs for a new 2,500-square-metre clubhouse located inside its Scope Langsuan development in Bangkok, Thailand. Situated in Bangkok’s city centre, the 34-storey Scope Langsuan condominium development is being built on the most expensive piece of freehold land in the city. It is scheduled for completion in early 2023. The most recent […] More