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Published on Leave a comment on The Illegal Homes of Chiclana, Cadiz, Spain

There is a town in the province of Cádiz (Spain) where nearly half of the nearly 80,000 residents live in illegal homes. Even the city planning councilor lives in one of them.

This town is Chiclana, and it is trapped in a legal limbo that has forced it to return to a planning regulation dating from 1987 because the courts canceled all its later zoning plans and it cannot grant any new first occupancy licenses, a legal requirement in Spain.

46353 942012 foto 1 300x199 - The Illegal Homes of Chiclana, Cadiz, SpainMarisol Ayala, the local chief of city planning, got the post after creating a political party representing residents of these illegal homes. The party's program included a request for amnesty for their homes, fine reductions and a chance to rejoin legality at a minimum cost.

Nobody knows how it all began, or who took the first step. Chiclana progressively grew while authorities turned their eyes away from the fact that walls were going up on rural land, flood zones and protected areas. Within the walls, homes were built. And people came to live in these homes.
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Published on Leave a comment on Terraced house for sale in Benalmádena (Málaga)

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Area Lot 54m2, Built area 308m2, Area useful 179m2, Seaside Resort, Resale, In Rural Area

Nice new construction townhouse in Benalmádena (Málaga, Spain). Ready to be used, luxury decoration, located in an easy access complex next to all services you need and to the highway. Nice views to the sea. 50 m2 private garden. Communal garden and swimming pool. Next to Sport Club & Spa. Where you can enjoy paddle and tennis court, inside and outside swimming pool, restaurant and snack-bar, gym and wonderful SPA centre where you can relax and enjoy the healthy and beauty treatment.

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Published on 3 Comments on Minimalist Home in Ibiza (Spain)

Stuning oceanic views from the expansive deck and terrace are not the only appealing traits of the Dupli Dos house located in Ibiza, Spain.

This contemporary home maintains typical modern design features with clean lines, and neutral color tones. A refreshing outdoor pool and multilevel deck create a tranquil atmosphere ideal for enjoying the salty sea breeze.

Inside, a floating bed of spacious white rooms are accented with bold textures and rustic metal and wood. Hints of traditional Spanish roots are found spread throughout this luxury estate and planar overhangs provide shade to retreat from the sun.

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Published on Leave a comment on Spain sinks deeper into recession in third quarter

The Spanish economy shrank by 0.3pc between July and September, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of contraction.

danger crisis 263x300 - Spain sinks deeper into recession in third quarterSpain is buckling under the pressure of a large deficit and a property crash that has left its banks struggling under a mountain of bad loans.

Swingeing spending cuts and tax rises have stifled investment and have left consumers without the money or the will to spend.

The third-quarter data from Spain’s national statistics office was a first estimate of GDP with no detailed breakdown. Despite the decline, it reflected a slightly better performance than the 0.4pc fall in GDP economists had predicted.

However, economists said the figure was likely to have been flattered by consumers bringing forward purchases to beat the VAT rise in September, partly veiling a weak consumer backdrop.

“Domestic demand likely contracted sharply again, despite some spending being pulled forward ahead of the VAT hike,” said Greg Fuzesi, economist at JP Morgan. “Our forecast anticipates an intensification of the Spanish recession at the turn of the year.”
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Published on Leave a comment on Remarkable Design on this Hotel in Villabuena de Álava, Spain

Hotel Viura is a contemporary accommodation unit located in Villabuena de Álava in the Rioja Alavesa, Spain. Its modern architecture strongly contrasts its village landscape and form an interesting duo with the neighboring 17th century church.

Contemporary Hotel Viura in Spain By Designhouses 1 300x197 - Remarkable Design on this Hotel in Villabuena de Álava, SpainEnvisioned and implemented by Spanish architects Designhouses, the hotel’s appearance is surprising to say the least.

According to the official project description, the building is “composed of whimsically superimposed cubes that seem to surge forcefully from the center of the earth” and “punctuated by French windows that flood the rooms with views of the relaxing scenery“.

 
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Published on 1 Comment on New Rustic Style in this House for sale in Balearic Islands

Santanyi (Balearic Islands), 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Area Lot 262m2, Built area 319m2, Resale

56785 934856 foto 52 300x225 - New Rustic Style in this House for sale in Balearic IslandsURGENT SALE! A newly renovated magnificent stylish town house: A blend of modern and rustic elements, thanks to the composition of noble materials such as stone, wood, iron and ceramics. It offers all the amenities and luxuries you look for. Centrally located in a quiet street it is perfect for lovers of the Mallorcan lifestyle. The sunny courtyard provides a rich vegetation that is reflecting the orange light of the house. It has 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 guest toilets, dressing room, an office with fireplace (could be used as an additional bedroom), large living area with bodega and panorama view overlooking the patio, living room with fireplace, fully equipped luxury kitchen. The house shows its own character!.

 
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Published on Leave a comment on Centro Niemeyer, Avilés, Asturias

The Oscar Niemeyer International Cultural Centre or Centro Niemeyer (Spanish: Centro Cultural Internacional Oscar Niemeyer), (popularly known as el Niemeyer), is the result of the combination of a cultural complex designed by the Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer and an international cultural project. The center is located on the estuary of Avilés, Asturias (Spain). It was inaugurated on the 26 of May 2011.

art architecture spain 420x0 300x211 - Centro Niemeyer, Avilés, AsturiasThe architect described the Niemeyer Centre as "An open square to the humankind, a place for education, culture and peace".

It is possible to see the buildings from different places, even from the air. Its size and white, red and yellow colours highlight its location in the landscape of the town.

Oscar Niemeyer's vision is based on three pillars: education, culture and peace. The Centro Niemeyer tries to be a magnet for the three elements. The Niemeyer Centre also tries to combine international and national products.
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Published on 3 Comments on Modern Mediterranean Style: Villa in Sotogrande, Cádiz

4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, Area Lot 884m2, Built area 468m2, Swimming-pool, Resale, Sotogrande, Cádiz

Las Cimas de Almenara is a gated and guarded community with first class communal facilities. Las Cimas II is made up of 46353 924705 foto 11 300x199 - Modern Mediterranean Style: Villa in Sotogrande, Cádiz18 houses that have all been designed using the same criteria as the first phase, which has become one of Sotogrande's best examples of how to enjoy all the benefits of community living. It boasts unique architecture where colour and textures share the limelight with light and water. Courtyards, terraces and wide open spaces make Las Cimas de Almenara a peaceful haven. All the houses have a garden and private pool, with communal maintenance for both. To maintain the desired level of privacy the only communal areas are for access and service. The community is designed to offer a concierge and security service, to give you the peace of mind you need.

Integrated into its surroundings on a natural vantage point, Las Cimas de Almenara is a truly unique setting in one of the most exclusive and sought-after locations of all the Mediterranean. From this privileged location the views are spectacular. It is a beautiful landscape where the green of the golf courses contrasts with the blue of the sea, bringing out the whiteness of this exclusive development's unique architecture. Enjoying these privileges is reserved for a select few, those looking for the ultimate luxury.
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Published on Leave a comment on Palencia Cultural Civic Centre

Exit Architects have brought light into a 19th century prison by replacing the roof with a zink steel cover full of skylights.

1 1 94591 slide2 300x225 - Palencia Cultural Civic CentreSituated in Palencia, Castilla y León,  a city in northern Spain, the historic Neo-Mudéjar brick building has been transformed into a civic centre. The new dynamic hub combines both ancient and modern walls. Exterior walls of the four existing structures were retained and extended with five pavilions. The entire unit is crowned with stepped roof units to guarantee light-infused interior spaces.
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Published on Leave a comment on Controversy around the house of the Moorish King in Ronda (Málaga)

The 18th century building known as the Casa del Rey Moro (the House of the Moorish King) in Ronda (Malaga), looks set to becoming Ronda’s first luxury hotel, sooner or later. The property is currently in the hands of a German businessman who bought it armed with plans for a top hotel with innovative features.

casa del rey moro2 300x225 - Controversy around the house of the Moorish King in Ronda (Málaga)However so far the project has failed to see the light and the building stands neglected, gradually deteriorating before the uncomprehending eyes of thousands of tourists. Indeed the Casa del Rey Moro is included as one of the star features on the tour of local monuments; but it looks like it could fall down any minute.

Now the building has attracted more investors prepared to buy it, restore it and turn it into a five star hotel. The current and future urban development plans both allow the site to be used for tourist accommodation.

Interest has apparently increased since the Town Hall announced that it would apply for the Junta de Andalucía to list the building as a BIC, a ‘Bien de Interés Cultural’ (an asset of cultural interest), which would guarantee its protection as historical heritage.

The local councillor for Planning, Daniel Harillo, explained that the authority’s aim was to put pressure on the current owner, Jochen Knie, to carry out urgent work on the house, or face a possible compulsory purchase order in the future.

“We want to protect one of our town’s most valuable monuments”, said the councillor who stressed that Knie already faces a 60,000 euros fine for not keeping the building in line with safety regulations.

The German had previously announced an investment of 21 million euros to restore the property, set up a five star hotel and a mini-congress centre, even making part of the Guadalevín river navigable through the Tajo gorge. The scheme would create 50 jobs directly and an estimated 150 posts indirectly. The project has changed, however, and Knie’s latest plans centred around a venue for private functions with accommodation possibilities.

While authorities and business owners endeavour to find a way of bringing the Casa del Rey Moro back to life, the condition of the building is gradually deteriorating. It needs urgent work to make the façade and the structure safe and to prevent the roof leaking.

 

Source: surinenglish.com