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New 21-story apartment tower aims to be a walkable Inner Loop mini city withhigh-tech perks

The eighth floor of the Soverign Tower will hold all of the amenities.
The residential tower is just the first phase of an anticipated 10-yearconstruction timeline for Regent Square.
GID Development
The tower will stand 21 stories, but the lower floors will interact with thestreet level.
The Sovereign
GID Development
Developers are hoping to draw a nice mix of restaurants, retail, office andentertainment tenants.
GID Development
The pool at the Soverign

After several years of delays, ground has been broken at Regent Square, a mixed-use, multi-story, mini-city-within-the-city that will occupy 24 acres of inner Loop land. This is just phase one of the construction, which is expected to take place over the next 10 years.

Scott Ziegler, principal at Ziegler Cooper Architects, tells CultureMap to expect a lifestyle arrangement at Sovereign Tower, the 21-story, 290-unit apartment complex that comprises the first phase of the project.

It's all about the pedestrian, a solution to suburban sprawl.

"We're trying to give up the car as much as we can in Houston," Ziegler says.

In order to make that happen, his firm has, in conjunction with the GID Development Group, developed an urban district with everything a resident needs — restaurants, retail, office space and entertainment — in one space.

It's all about the pedestrian, a solution to suburban sprawl.

And it doesn't hurt that Regent Square is situated just steps from the Buffalo Bayou trail system, and only a couple of blocks from the Whole Foods Market that went up while the project was on hold.

Zielger expects to attract young professionals to the Sovereign Tower when it opens in March 2014. "This demographic wants an urban lifestyle without yard maintenance . . . at a lower cost of living than owning a home," he says.

Future residents of the LEED-certified tower will have first-class finishes and great downtown views, plus four-star amenities and a focus on green living.

The eighth floor amenity level will have an outdoor pool area and herb garden plots available for those residents who want to spend a few extra bucks each month to get their hands dirty. Inside is everything else: A fitness and yoga studio, a library, WiFi lounge and movie screening room.

The garage, which will be surrounded by seven levels units that relate to the street level, will have a charging station for electric cars. Ziegler hopes that there will be a bicycle shop there, too.

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Striking French-inspired Houston estate hits market for $12.5 million

TK Images for Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

412 Timberwilde Lane sits on more than two acres in Hunters Creek Village and is on the market for $12.5 million

A magnificent estate awaits in one of Houston’s most desirable neighborhoods. 412 Timberwilde Lane is a stunning brick and limestone home, inspired by French country manor houses. It’s on the market for $12.5 million and represented by Jay Monroe and Stephen Warrell ofMartha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

Nestled on nearly 2.5 acres of meticulously manicured grounds in exclusive Hunters Creek Village, this home blends old world elegance with modern amenities, including 24/7 private security. The grand foyer’s soaring ceiling sets the tone upon entry, announcing that 412 Timberwilde Lane is something special.

Consider the formal library, with its rich, paneled walls and cross-beam ceiling, and the spacious dining room with its cozy fireplace. The living room offers breathtaking views of the rear gardens, pool, cabana, and tennis courts. Just off the kitchen, a light-filled breakfast room is a perfect place for morning coffee and admiring the grounds.

The primary suite is the embodiment of luxury, with dual bathrooms and ample closet space, ensuring comfort and convenience. This private oasis is a place to unwind and relax.

The home’s second floor offers a floor plan that can be tailored to suit any lifestyle. The bedrooms are generously sized with large closets and private baths. A playroom with a built-in playhouse castle makes for a perfect spot for kids’ imaginations to run wild. Other rooms could be utilized for a second home office, exercise room, yoga retreat, crafting space, or whatever else a family might need.

The third floor offers a game room featuring a wet bar, billiards area, and a big-screen TV, making it the ultimate place to relax and have fun with family and friends. The outdoor areas include an in-ground pool and summer kitchen, perfect places.

This one-of-a-kind estate offers an array of amenities for living and entertaining. Its location is both convenient to the city and a restful retreat.

Photo by TK Images for Martha Turner Sotheby’s International Realty

412 Timberwilde Lane sits on more than two acres in Hunters Creek Village and is on the market for $12.5 million.

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