Halloween............

On the eve of "all saints" (Halloween)  it seems appropriate to honour an amazing architect, Bing Thom, who has recently passed on.  It has been a delight to have experienced  Bing through talks, events and discussions with others who were his friend.  I want to share something that stands out for me  from an article where Bing described his work.  He stated that in his architecture he wished to create a space where people would enter and feel tall, a grandeur of a place that would make one feel proud to be there.  

Returning from my travels in Croatia I have decided to share a place that gives me a special feeling that perhaps somehow will be captured in 851 Union st. (the short video is of the Velebit Mountain range taken from Pridraga)

With the Development permit behind us and the "new" waiting ..............

Hopefully, getting the Building Permit  will be an easier  phase of waiting.  With fingers crossed, I am going into this phase with the attitude of looking at interesting decisions others have made.  While in the homeland, which is Croatia, (take a look at the Big House section to see others from here who have lived in 851 Union)...my eyes are wide open at what things are taking place here.

Ok, we're not building a Hotel but check out images from this one on the island of Krk.  The choices made by this architect and owner on shape, windows, use of light and design are quite fabulous. Notice the light on the inside from both the first and last shot; exterior and interior.  When you sit in this restaurant you feel drawn to the world outside, looking at it from a different perspective.  When you stand outside one is intrigued by the shape of the building and also the artistic placement of the windows in the lower part of the complex.  I found it playful and beautiful at the same time. (for a larger view see the images in the Gallery section).

After leaving Otok (island) Krk I came across an interesting bathroom while in Zagreb and have included 3 shots.  Taking a picture of myself in a bathroom isn't what I usually do, but don't you think it was worth it? The tile work is great and those sinks!!  Gessi are the makers of the sink and faucet, which to my surprise I loved:  I'm not usually a fan of sinks that sit on the counter this way.  I found these in a great restaurant called Prishka which is worth taking in.

Another place to explore as a space of transformation is Lauba in Zagreb.  It was an old textile factory that now is an art gallery, event space, restaurant, office space and fantastic place to check out.  Sorry no photos of Lauba,  but if you follow me on everythingmira on Instagram you can see some there.

Lastly, I'll share a few photos of style depending on the door you choose.  Love them all so need to focus, focus.........focus.........(or maybe I'll just go grab a bite)

Yeah!! ........the waiting game has made some gains.

What a treat to celebrate receiving the Development Permit this week!  Congratulations to our team for all the hard work required in getting us to this stage.  It's not to be taken for granted going through this process of developing a property, I'll tell you.  

The Building Permit, which are plans with considerable details of what goes into the build, has been submitted.  Apparently, this is a shorter process of back and forth that takes place with a final permit delivered that takes us off to the races!!  More to come on this phase but for today happy to celebrate the DP!!

and guess what?...........waiting!

So close to getting through this permitting process I can taste the coffee. It will be a Milano's latte when that day comes!!   As luck would have it and while waiting I will seize the opportunity to explore design ideas while travelling hmmmm, why not look for dream concepts, right?

Feel free to call me............