This is great news for everyone who lives around Piedmont Park, especially those who are going to take up residence at Luxe Midtown. Having access to the park is a wonderful thing. It’s literally steps from your front door. The park is a huge part of Atlanta’s culture, so it’s really exciting news to see these changes being made. 

The Conservancy is utilizing the returned three acres of woodlands to access the northern part of Piedmont Park and now is in the process of expanding the Park by 53 acres, a 40 percent increase in useable green space. 

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There has been a lot of discussion about The Mansion on Peachtree’s Gold crown. Some people love it and some people really think it is entirely underwhelming. Consider this: the slim profile of the building, the understated elegance of the exterior, simplicity of the buildings design and terrace setbacks. I’m not really sure what else would have looked great on top of the building. I think it fits in with look of the building. I would have liked a little more height and perhaps the grooves could have been a little more pronounced. Maybe a little more “New York” style? What are your thoughts? I’d love to know so feel free to comment. 

These terrific photos of the models were released, so I thought I would share them with you. These photos give you a good idea of what to expect in 2009 at the Streets of Buckhead. I am really impressed with the design of the buildings, especially the hotels. They look quite interesting and aren’t your standard cookie-cutter designs. One is very elegant, while the other is ultra hip. It’s a nice mix for the project and gives something for everyones taste.

Below: Peachtree Road South View - Baccarat Hotel and Residences

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The St. Regis seems to be moving right along. It’s amazing how fast they can construct this building. You can tell the quality of construction by looking at how thick the exterior skin is. Everything they are doing is substantial. This project is nearly sold out, last time I checked there were only five residences left.

Below: The pool will be located on the other side of this. 

I personally would love to be getting some sun and sipping on a cold drink high above the city – 28 floors to be exact. Sovereign’s pool deck is quite amazing and is the first of it’s kind. There is no other pool quite as high in a condominium building, so you will have bragging rights for sure. When completed, you will have a skyline view, infinity edge, zero entry pool, hot tub with fireplace, and tons of landscaping. 

To complete my update, I took a hardhat tour of the inside of the building yesterday. The sales team informed me they are about 30% sold, which is great for their price point. I was thoroughly impressed with the progress. Everything that you see in these photos is standard. Amazing. They thought of everything, from a sophisticated wiring system for home automation to installing drapery pockets throughout every room (including the bathroom) with electrical ready to mobilize your drapes. The quality is supreme.

Below: Hanging off the side of a 50 story building.
 

This is an example of a finished standard unit. The Barbara Westbrook model will be completed within a month.

Below: The great room.

Located in the heart of Peachtree Battle, Regents Park is a collection of 14 luxury townhomes and nine beautiful flats. Developed by Carter, Atlanta‘s oldest and largest privately held full-service commercial real estate company, and designed by notable Atlanta residential designers Pak Heydt & Associates and Rule Joy Trammell+Rubio as architects, Regents Park is a place you can easily call home. The developer is selling these units as shells, which means you need to finish them out and add your own style. Call your architect and interior designer.  The quality of workmanship that has gone into the exterior doesn’t make me wonder about the hefty price tag. The truth – quality, craftsmanship and good design costs money. 

Features include:

• Four-story townhomes ranging from approximately 4,900 to over 7,000 heated square feet
• One-level flats ranging from approximately 4,100 to 4,600 heated square feet
• Private entry, three-car garage and private elevator in every home
• 11-foot ceilings in all residences
• 24-hour guarded security
• Ample green space which includes a dog park
• Fee-simple ownership
• Convenient access off Peachtree Road via a traffic signal