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The Al Markhiya Project, Doha-Qatar
Posted: December 19, 2011, 1:37 pm by ujenzibora
Where?
Doha – Qatar
What?
The Al Markhiya Project : It’s the development that has got Qatar buzzing. Al Markhiya is currently being constructed around a 5000 sqm landscaped artificial lake.
The Project Spans across 55000 sqm, it’s build up of: International LibraryWorld class Restaurants. Offering a selection of international cuisines,Coffee Shops,Renowned ladies SPA Club.
Enter-learning centre for kids, Italian themed architecture.
Charming promenades along the lake.
“Al Markhiya” project is the Doha premier luxury complex and seeks nothing less than to transport the visitors to a high-end cosmopolitan restoration/shopping/library surroundings, unlike anything that can be found in Qatar.
Luxury shops, gastronomic & fine dining restaurants with the Italian touch decoration & style will take you to a new comprehensive meaning of an extravagance complex.
About Qatar
Qatar is the country with the highest GDP ranking in the world and will be hosting the FIFA 2022 World Cup. It is projected that Al Markhiya will soon be home to the World’s premium retail and restaurant brands.
- Qatar is a wealthy state with a big presence
- In Qatar the average annual income per head of more than $100,000 at purchasing power parity
- The Sovereign Wealth Fund of Qatar is estimated at $80bn, Its populatuon abt 1.7m (mostly foreigners)
- One Qatari resident described his country thus, ’We are small but we are everywhere’- Hamad al-Ibrahim
Who?
The project is being implemented by Al Emadi Enterprises. All images used on this post are the property of Al Emadi Enterprises Tel : (+974) 44666625
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The Al Markhiya Project, Doha-Qatar
Posted: December 19, 2011, 1:37 pm by ujenzibora
Where?
Doha – Qatar
What?
The Al Markhiya Project : It’s the development that has got Qatar buzzing. Al Markhiya is currently being constructed around a 5000 sqm landscaped artificial lake.
The Project Spans across 55000 sqm, it’s build up of: International LibraryWorld class Restaurants. Offering a selection of international cuisines,Coffee Shops,Renowned ladies SPA Club.
Enter-learning centre for kids, Italian themed architecture.
Charming promenades along the lake.
“Al Markhiya” project is the Doha premier luxury complex and seeks nothing less than to transport the visitors to a high-end cosmopolitan restoration/shopping/library surroundings, unlike anything that can be found in Qatar.
Luxury shops, gastronomic & fine dining restaurants with the Italian touch decoration & style will take you to a new comprehensive meaning of an extravagance complex.
About Qatar
Qatar is the country with the highest GDP ranking in the world and will be hosting the FIFA 2022 World Cup. It is projected that Al Markhiya will soon be home to the World’s premium retail and restaurant brands.
- Qatar is a wealthy state with a big presence
- In Qatar the average annual income per head of more than $100,000 at purchasing power parity
- The Sovereign Wealth Fund of Qatar is estimated at $80bn, Its populatuon abt 1.7m (mostly foreigners)
- One Qatari resident described his country thus, ’We are small but we are everywhere’- Hamad al-Ibrahim
Who?
The project is being implemented by Al Emadi Enterprises. All images used on this post are the property of Al Emadi Enterprises Tel : (+974) 44666625
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Rent Out Your House, Move to an Apartment, Pocket the Difference
Posted: December 19, 2011, 1:01 pm by ujenzibora
What?
The simple idea is to rent out your high-end home for a premium and moving into a less expensive apartment, profiting on the difference.
Photo by Salvatore Vuono
The underlying reason being that one wants to turn the house into an asset or simply moving because of financial constraints.
Why?
Is your house an asset or a liability?
Most of the people think their house is an asset. Is it true? Let Robert Kiyosaki explain what are the true Assets and Liabilities.
Fast Tube by CasperWho?
You can read the original article at Mainstreet or at Zillow as written by Jeff Brown
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Rent Out Your House, Move to an Apartment, Pocket the Difference
Posted: December 19, 2011, 1:01 pm by ujenzibora
What?
The simple idea is to rent out your high-end home for a premium and moving into a less expensive apartment, profiting on the difference.
Photo by Salvatore Vuono
The underlying reason being that one wants to turn the house into an asset or simply moving because of financial constraints.
Why?
Is your house an asset or a liability?
Most of the people think their house is an asset. Is it true? Let Robert Kiyosaki explain what are the true Assets and Liabilities.
Fast Tube by CasperWho?
You can read the original article at Mainstreet or at Zillow as written by Jeff Brown
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5 Reasons I Want To Know You Better
Posted: December 19, 2011, 10:03 am by ujenzibora
This is my 5 point summary on why relation – ships matter. To paint a picture for you, I would wish you to imagine a ship in the sea. If man could not invent the anchor and other implements for allowing ships to “enter rest”, sailing would have made absolutely no sense!
So let me build my case! Allow me to build my case so i can reach a favorable conclusion…
Hint 1 : We are living on a sea
Nothing rests. Everything moves. All things are in motion. To cease to be in motion is to die. The laws are at work and we know energy is constantly moving to, through and from.
Photo by Worradmu
Social networks are part of that ocean of motion.
Hint 2: You are a cargo carrier
A ship is a cargo-carrier. When thieves “steal”, they have in their possession cargo which belongs to other “ships”. Is this the metaphor of why suspects are “docked” in a court of law? And the cargo is displayed as “exhibits?”. Are jails not bays where confiscated ships are anchored? You are literally a ship in an Ocean or Sea of motion
Hint 3 : I am a Cargo Carrier
As it is for you, so it is for me! Maybe your cargo is music, or Architecture or like the show men, you are simply a ship carrying comedy. Is it any of the 8 Streams of Human Intelligence ? Do you even know what you carry?
Does this sentence sound familiar?
“The good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart. For out of the overflow of his heart his mouth speaks.”- Luke 6:45
Either way, you and I are cargo carriers!
Hint 4 : I have several bays for off-loading
I have a bay you can afford to off-load part of your cargo. This could be my timeline, mailbox , wall, blog, website, house. In theory, “If you receive a wise man because he is a wise man, you receive a wise-man’s reward”. A companion of fools suffers harm. I want to know you better because there is still room enough for part of your cargo.
Hint 5: Everyone is in Commerce
Black’s Law Dictionary, Fifth Edition defines commerce as:
“to exchange goods, productions, or property of any kind; the buying, selling, and exchanging of articles. Intercourse by way of trade and traffic between different peoples or states and the inhabitants thereof, including not only the purchase, sale, and exchange of commodities, but also the instrumentalities and agencies by which it is promoted and the means and applications by which it is carried on, and the transportation of persons as well as goods, both by land and sea.”
Photo by Renjith Krishnan
The term “commerce” means trade , traffic, commerce, transportation, or communication among the several states.
Need I to say more? No #Tafakari
Let us commerce
Qs. David Nahinga
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Metropol Parasol: The World’s Largest Wooden Structure
Posted: December 18, 2011, 10:50 pm by ujenzibora
What?
The beautiful series of undulating parasols comprise the world’s largest wooden structure. Metropol’s interlocking honeycomb of wooden panels rise from concrete bases, which are positioned to form canopies and walkways below the parasols.
Metropol Parasol is situated within the Seville’s historic medieval sector. In fact, it looms over archeological ruins, which have been incorporated into a museum.
The honeycomb umbrella roof is now accessible to visitors with a winding terrace and path, offering incredible views of the beautiful city.
The open-air structure was based upon the design of parasols, and it also references cathedral design.
The underside holds restaurants, shops, a community center and a visitor center.
Photo © Fernando Alda
Seville has always been known as an innovator in Europe, and Jurgen Mayer H. Architects wanted to celebrate that with Metropol Parasol.
Photographers Alda and Franck have captured the modern and sleek flow of Metropol Parasol, highlighted against the surrounding historic architecture.
Where?
Located at Plaza de la Encarnacion, in Seville, Spain
Why?
The site was originally meant to be a parking garage, but during excavation in the early 2000s, workers discovered a hidden archaeological site. Thankfully, instead of going on with the original plans, they decided to make the space into a culture and community center, which will be called the Plaza de la Encarnacion.
Who?
Architects: Jurgen Mayer H. Architects
The author of this blog is Lori Zimmer
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Metropol Parasol: The World’s Largest Wooden Structure
Posted: December 18, 2011, 10:50 pm by ujenzibora
What?
The beautiful series of undulating parasols comprise the world’s largest wooden structure. Metropol’s interlocking honeycomb of wooden panels rise from concrete bases, which are positioned to form canopies and walkways below the parasols.
Metropol Parasol is situated within the Seville’s historic medieval sector. In fact, it looms over archeological ruins, which have been incorporated into a museum.
The honeycomb umbrella roof is now accessible to visitors with a winding terrace and path, offering incredible views of the beautiful city.
The open-air structure was based upon the design of parasols, and it also references cathedral design.
The underside holds restaurants, shops, a community center and a visitor center.
Photo © Fernando Alda
Seville has always been known as an innovator in Europe, and Jurgen Mayer H. Architects wanted to celebrate that with Metropol Parasol.
Photographers Alda and Franck have captured the modern and sleek flow of Metropol Parasol, highlighted against the surrounding historic architecture.
Where?
Located at Plaza de la Encarnacion, in Seville, Spain
Why?
The site was originally meant to be a parking garage, but during excavation in the early 2000s, workers discovered a hidden archaeological site. Thankfully, instead of going on with the original plans, they decided to make the space into a culture and community center, which will be called the Plaza de la Encarnacion.
Who?
Architects: Jurgen Mayer H. Architects
The author of this blog is Lori Zimmer
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Saving Fort Jesus : Beautiful Kenya
Posted: December 13, 2011, 1:17 pm by ujenzibora
What?
Fort Jesus is a 418 Years Old Portuguese fort built in 1593 by order of King Philip I of Portugal (King Philip II of Spain), then ruler of the joint Portuguese and Spanish Kingdoms, located on Mombasa Island to guard the Old Port of Mombasa, Kenya. It was built in the shape of a man (viewed from the air), and was given the name of Jesus.
A Monument of great historical significance listed as a World Heritage Site by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO)
What does being on the UNESCO list mean for Fort Jesus?
It means Fort Jesus enjoys the same status and international standing as other famous sites like the Old City of Jerusalem, the pyramids at Giza in Egypt and the Vatican City.
For Fort Jesus to be on that list, it means its value transcends our National Boundaries. People from all walks of life can visit Kenya to enjoy the wonder and great beauty exemplified by the Fort Jesus.
According to UNESCO, a property nominated for its cultural significance could, for example, represent a work of human creative genius; a significant stage in human history; or a historic event or living tradition.
A property nominated for its natural values could have exceptional natural beauty; represent major stages of Earth’s history; or provide habitat for threatened species. Here is a full list of the 10 criteria
Why?
In the words of Michael :
“Fort Jesus is the most international landmark of the century.” Read Its History HERE as written by Michael.
How?
You can save Fort Jesus by visiting and contributing monies towards its preservation. Having such a great edifice comes with a huge cost for maintenance. Read more at the National Museums of Kenya website.
Acknowledgement: The photos above are by Michael Omare of [www.mikeymushi.info] and are used with his permission.
- Qs. Nahinga
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Need inspiration for decorating your home & garden?
Posted: December 12, 2011, 1:23 pm by ujenzibora
Where?
At Look4Design.com you can easily navigate to view a wide variety of exhibitors in the area of home and interior design.
What?
Look4design presents hundreds of beautifulkitchens, designed furniture, artistic flooring solutions, a wide variety of doors and windows and everything you need to build the house you dreamed about.
Bathrooms
Bedrooms
Doors & Windows
Staircases & Bannister
Interior Designers
Why?
There is a careful selection process of the companies which participate in this exhibition.
The exhibitors must comply with the highest quality design standards.
Who?
Most people will find i useful including Architects, Interior Designers, Quantity Surveyors, Engineers, Home Builders and Clients in the Built Environment looking for Ideas.
NB: All Images courtesy of http://www.look4design.co.uk
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Truth Is : Everyone is in the Real Estate Business!
Posted: December 11, 2011, 9:16 am by ujenzibora
What?
Real Estate: Check out the definition here
Why?
Safety. Most people and governments adjudge Real Estate to be a safe vehicle to invest in.
When?
On Nov.24, 2011 the Sydney Morning Herald published a wonderful article:
“Bonds Show 60% of Chinese Companies Dabble in Property”. The article described an important phenomenon that, while the government is curbing the flow of money into real estate companies, companies of other sectors, from pharmaceutical to high-tech, that can still get loans or issues bonds have been channeling their money into the property market.Image by : Tratong (Creator)
In 2010, China Institute of Social Science already published an alerting report that more than 60% of China’s listed companies are involved in the property market. Read Report
Who is involved?
Seventy-four of 121 companies that filed bond prospectuses since May with Chinabond, the nation’s clearinghouse, count one of their main businesses as real estate, have property subsidiaries or invest in the market. Read more
According to Ge Jin aka Jingle “In China, 74% of the fiscal income of local government is from land sale. Meanwhile, since no one really believes property will devaluate in the long run and property ownership has acquired spiritual value as a religion, Chinese households also store most of their wealth in property. According to a new survey by National Bureau of Statistics, 88% of Chinese households own property.”
Image Creator: Louisa Stokes
As it is with the Big Brothers, So it is with the Small
( Ge Jin is a writer, documentary filmmaker and independent investor based in Shanghai, China. This post is credited to him )
How do i join the band?
You need to read one of the posts i did in April 2010 titled, ” The Basics of Investing in Real Estate” http://p.ost.im/p/eUjfGG
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Ceramica Cleopatra: Setting new standards in tilework
Posted: December 10, 2011, 11:04 am by ujenzibora
Where?
Egypt, Africa: Ceramica Cleopatra is based at 10th of Ramadan City and was the Group’s fledgling ceramic tile factory.
Why?
At Ceramica Cleopatra the philosophy is to treat each ceramic wall and floor tile, porcelain tile and sanitary ware piece as a work-of-art – designed to turn your living space, bathroom or kitchen into a masterpiece. With more than one million Italian-inspired designs in 55 different sizes, Ceramica Cleopatra caters to a wide variety of tastes and styles. Ceramica Cleopatra tiles are showcased in sixteen showrooms across Egypt and with a number of local and international distributors. The tiles are exported to more than 100 countries world-wide.
What?
Ceramic Wall Tiles, Ceramic Floor Tiles, Decor Tiles
Handmade Decorative Tiles, Heavy Duty Tiles
Stain and Grease Resistant Tiles, Porcelain Stainware
Granite Tiles, Sanitary Ware, Acrylic Bath Tubes
Hydro Massage Tubs, Bathroom Accessories
Swimming Pools Tiles e.t.c
Who?
In the early 1980’s Egyptian Entrepreneur Mohamed Abou el Enein’s ambition was to produce world-class tiles in Egypt. In spite of overwhelming challenges he launched the Cleopatra Group with its flagship company, Ceramica Cleopatra in 1983.
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Wellington Court London, SW1X
Posted: December 9, 2011, 1:33 pm by ujenzibora
Where?Wellington Court, London
What?
A spectacular 6 bedroom lateral penthouse overlooking Hyde Park which has been magnificently re-designed with incredible attention to detail.
Accommodation : Drawing room , Dining Room, Study Area, Cinema Room, 6 Bedrooms, 7 Bathrooms, Gym, Treatment Room, Spectacular Roof Terrace, 4 Balconies, 24 Hour Porterage, Direct Lift Access
Who Savills, www.savills.co.uk tel: +44 (0)1392 455755
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To my Son by Amy R. Campbell
Posted: December 9, 2011, 1:13 pm by ujenzibora
To My Son Oh how the years go by,
Oh how time can certainly fly.
From once just a thought in far away dreams,
now into my arms and in my eyes gleam
the presence of you.
Your laughter and smiles
which go on for miles,
warms my heart and soul.
You’re growing up so fast,
as I wish each moment with you to last forever. My little boy will someday be a man and right by your side I will forever stand.
I will pick up the pieces when you fall,
I will hold your hand and help you stand tall.
And when the day comes when you are on your own,
never feel that you are alone.
No matter how near or far apart
I am always right there in your heart.
Always remember whatever you go through
that no matter what, I will always love you.© Amy R. Campbell
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Something about Skyscrapers and the Conduct of Life
Posted: December 6, 2011, 12:16 pm by ujenzibora
” A skyscraper is built from individual bricks, the laying of each brick being a single job which must be completed before the next brick can be laid.”
It is the same with any work, any study. To quote Professor James:
“As we become permanent drunkards by so many separate drinks, so we become saints in the moral, and authorities and experts in the practical and scientific spheres, by so many separate acts and hours of working.
Fast Tube by CasperLet no youth have any anxiety about the upshot of his education whatever the line of it may be. If he keep faithfully busy each hour of the working day he may safely leave the final result to itself. He can with perfect certainty count on waking some fine morning, to find himself one of the competent ones of his generation, in whatever pursuit he may have singled out….
Young people should know this truth in advance.
Aim High! If you miss the moon, you may hit a star
The ignorance of it has probably engendered more discouragement and lightheartedness in youths embarking on arduous careers than all other causes taken together.”
There is no law of limitation. The only law is of supply. You are yo
Imagination gives you the picture. Vision gives you the impulse to make the picture your own. Action will get the job done
#Tafakari
- Qs. Nahinga
Excerpt from “The Secret of the Ages by Robert Collier[ 1929]
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Finding a New Home : the Moving Process
Posted: December 6, 2011, 10:28 am by ujenzibora
Source : Real Estate Realist
Buying a home is a rewarding experience, but it takes organisation. Before finding that perfect property, you looked at dozens. You put in an offer, and waited nervously. You celebrated the day that you signed the contract. Now it is time to move into your new home, and the stress levels are rising!
If you take the time to plan properly, moving does not have to be traumatic. Here are some proven ideas to make your move go more smoothly…
Select the Right Mover
You will want a mover who is both professional and reasonably priced. Get several written quotes. Ask for references and ask any friends who have moved recently who they used.
If you have special requirements, such as moving a piano, make sure that your mover has experience with this.
Make Sure You Are Fully Insured
Accidents happen. Get valuations for any expensive items, such as appliances, furniture, antiques and china and crystal. Don’t skimp on insurance, and make sure that your contract includes an itemised list of all your goods. There’s no point buying a home if you lose your belongings on the way!
Pack Well In Advance
Packing can take longer than you think. Shop around for the best prices on packing materials. Wrap china and glass in newsprint before packing it and stuff the boxes with crumpled paper for further protection. You may want to buy wardrobe boxes for your clothes. Number all your boxes, and make a list of what each one contains.
Make sure you don’t pack essential items until the last minute. You don’t want to be opening boxes to find the kettle!
Where Do Things Go?
When the movers turn up at your new home, they will want to know where to put things. Visit your new home a few days beforehand, decide where everything should go, and make a list. This will save you time later on when you are unpacking.
Change of Address
Let your gas, electricity, telephone and internet providers know that you are moving and arrange for your new home to be connected. Let your credit card companies and bank know as well, and have you mail redirected. Don’t forget to get your driving licence updated!
On The Day
Get up early to pack your remaining essential items. Once the movers have left your old home, check to make sure that nothing has been left behind. Once you are at your new property, tell the movers where to put things using the list you made. You may also want to arrange for your children and pets to stay with friends for the day – they can create mayhem!
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Adding Real Estate To Your Diversified Portfolio
Posted: December 5, 2011, 8:54 pm by ujenzibora
If a truly diversified portfolio is your objective, don’t ignore real estate. An analysis of the volatility and correlation of real estate investment trusts, compared with the broad equity markets, shows that over periods of five years or more, REITs are less correlated to the overall stock market than any other equity sector.
“People are radically underestimating how much they should be investing in real estate, and they are overestimating how much they should be investing in stocks,” said Brad Case, an economist with the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts.
According to his analysis, real estate often is disregarded as a portfolio diversifier because the correlation to stocks can be high over short periods of time. Longer-term, however, the correlation shrinks.
Between January 1990 and October of this year, the average one-month performance correlation between REITs and the S&P 500 was 56.3%.
But by measuring the correlation over the same period in five-year increments, Mr. Case found that stocks and REITs moved in tandem just 7.1% of the time.
Meanwhile, the various sectors of the broad equity market indexes, which are often used by financial advisers as portfolio diversifiers, actually became more correlated to the broad market over longer holding periods.
REITs are least likely to march in lockstep with market indexes, at least over the medium run
The research, which Mr. Case is developing with additional sets of criteria, shows the beneficial noncorrelated nature of stocks and real estate.
An example is the monthly Consumer Price Index. If the CPI surprises the market by showing that inflation is higher than expected, the reaction is negative for stocks, but it is positive for REITs because real estate is considered an inflation hedge.
By Jeff Benjamin at jbenjamin@investmentnews.com
Source : Investment News
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