Vol. 5, No. 7, July 2008
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OPEN HOUSE: Aquella Luxury Homes
The ultimate in luxury European minimalism
OPEN HOUSE: ‘Minimalism with Maximum Appeal’
The luxury homes at Aquella, overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway across from Frank S. Farley Marina, can be summed up in the words of realtor Todd Gordon, who calls them “the ultimate in luxury European minimalism.”
That minimalism is evident in the glass-steel-and-stone Poggenpohl kitchens, the floating butcher-block stairway, the clear glass partitions that separate the dining and living areas, and an almost severe design sensibility that, rather than seeming cold, simply allows the splendor of the surroundings to dominate.
With eight units already sold, Aquella will ultimately consist of 16 townhomes and seven estate homes, all with boat slips, valued at $1.2 million to $4 million. The hefty price tag is justified by the breathtaking views of Borgata and the Water Club, Harrah’s, Trump Marina (soon to become a “Margaritaville” casino), a bustling waterway and abundant wildlife.
Philadelphia-based Cecil Baker & Associates and Qb3 designed the homes, which earned builder CREI a CNBC International Property Award.
“There’s never been anything like this” in Atlantic City, says Paula Hartman of the Hartman Home Team. “Every detail is impeccable, from the imported tiles to the hard woods, the Gaggenau appliances and Dornbracht & Duravit faucets. They skimped on nothing. This is minimalism with maximum appeal.”
Design consultant Pam Sinderbrand has outfitted the model townhome in a neutral palette and natural fibers to complement the modern lines of the living space. “The interior is almost second to the view,” she says.
The nautical theme is continued in the roof caps, which are crafted in the shape of sails. Terraces from several levels of each residence overlook the marina, where Donald Trump’s 282-foot yacht, Trump Princess, once moored.
“It’s a boater’s dream,” says Hartman. “You can arrive by sea and come and go as you please—it’s all about freedom.”
For more information on Aquella—which has no condo fees and enjoys a five-year tax abatement—visit www.aquellaac.com or call the Hartman Home Team at Prudential Fox & Roach Realtors, 609-487-7234.
“Seeing is believing,” says Hartman. “This is the start of a whole new, beautiful Atlantic City.”
