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Blum acquires majority stake in System Industrie Electronic
Blum is acquiring a 75.1% stake in the Austrian company System Industrie Electronic (SIE), based in the town of Lustenau, Vorarlberg. Blum’s managing director Martin Blum commented: ‘SIE’s focus is on the interaction of mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and information technology. At Blum, we develop product innovations for electric and intelligent furniture. Together, we can further expand our competencies in the business segments of SIE and in our mechatronic and smart development projects.’ The close partnership also creates new synergies in the procurement of electronic components and the flexible use of resources in research and development.
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Wilson Capital
announces plans for Wilson Tower for multifamily living in Austin
Austin-based real estate developer, Wilson Capital, has announced plans for Wilson Tower, a high-rise multi-family building located at 410 East 5th Street in the heart of downtown Austin in close proximity to the 6th Street Entertainment District, Austin Convention Center and CapMetro’s new Downtown Light Rail Station. The project is expected to commence in summer 2023. Designed by the Austin ofice of global
architecture firm HKS and interior design by Britt Design Group, Wilson Tower at its completion will reach 1,035 ft in height across 80 floors, making it an iconic contribution to Austin’s growing skyline. The 450-unit multi-family
development will offer exceptional features with hospitality-based services and sophisticated design, setting a new standard amongst Austin’s high-rise apartment towers. In addition to unobstructed skyline views, a signature ground floor restaurant and bar, activated streetscape and more, Wilson Tower will
offer valet, plus four full floors of amenities that will include an expansive pool deck with food and beverage service, full-service fitness and wellness centre, resident cocktail lounge and movie theatre, coworking spaces, and a floor dedicated to pets, outfitted with a pet playroom, grooming centre and dog run. Units will range from studios all
the way up to three and four-bedroom penthouses. ‘Our vision for Wilson Tower is to set a new bar in skyscraper residences for Austin that we believe will foster creativity and social connection,’ said Brad Wilkins, principal and design director for HKS Austin. ‘Along with welcoming outdoor terraces and gardens, the tower itself is wrapped in a brise soleil that offers protection from the hot Texas sun and wind while also providing structural strength. This brise soleil gives the building uniquely shaded and comfortable outdoor living spaces on every level.’
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Framery unveils all-new UK showroom in London
Framery has revealed its all-new showroom in the UK, which is located in the Gallery in Clerkenwell, London and marks the company’s increased investment in the UK market. On show are the Framery One and Framery Q soundproof booths allowing customers to experience their version of hybrid working. Framery’s drive to broaden
its UK presence comes at a pivotal time where the company recognises a distinct demand and opportunity amongst workers and employers for change within the ofice environment. Framery founder and CEO Samu Hällfors
said: ‘We are delighted to continue our expansion into the United Kingdom by opening this state-of-the-art showroom in London. This space marks an incredible milestone for the company, as we consider the UK market one of great importance and potential. I greatly look forward to UK customers and the public enjoying our globally pioneering products in-person and realising their potential for the future of work.’
The company’s range of
soundproof booths, pods and private meeting spaces allow employees to work in privacy inside a connected and fully sound-insulated space to maximise happiness and output.
frameryacoustics.com
The Julius Prague Marks Completion with Opening of New Gourmet Food Store Following the soft launch of The Julius Prague earlier this year, the new aparthotel brand has now completed its inaugural location with the launch of a House of Julius Meinl Gourmet store, located on the ground floor. The launch of The Julius Prague, and now the House of Julius Meinl Gourmet store, marks a continued commitment to luxury, high-quality services, now offered through a new hospitality experience designed to cater for ultimate flexibility and longer stays.
thejulius.eu
Skagerak by Fritz Hansen Skagerak is becoming ‘Skagerak by Fritz Hansen’, and their products will appear under the new ‘Skagerak by Fritz Hansen’ brand name. Josef Kaiser, CEO of Fritz Hansen and Skagerak, commented: ‘Skagerak and Fritz Hansen are a natural fit. Both are rooted in Nordic design traditions and responsible manufacturing, and synonymous with furniture and interior design of the highest quality.’
skagerak.com
Goddard Littlefair expands with its second ofice in Porto, Portugal Goddard Littlefair announces the opening of its European studio and second ofice in Porto, Portugal. The studio was founded by husband- and-wife duo Martin Goddard and Jo Littlefair in 2012. It has won multiple awards, including the British Homes Awards, Restaurant and Bar Design Awards and latterly securing the Mixology Award for Hotel project of the year in 2022 for the Mondrian Shoreditch.
goddardlittlefair.com
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