High-Rise Living
A new 16-story luxury condominium, The Aurora towers above the tree-lined streets of the Uptown/Galleria area conveniently near high-end shopping and wonderful fine dining options. Designed by Sims Luxury Builders, the condominium tower has 40 units ranging from 3,400 to 4,000 square feet with pricing starting around $2 million; the top two floors are reserved for four exquisite two-story penthouses up to 6,000 square feet with prices starting around $4 million. The Aurora also features a stunning rooftop terrace, a pet-grooming station, a state-of-the-art fitness facility, a pool and 24-hour concierge services. With its distinct profile, The Aurora sits adjacent to Houston’s famed Tanglewood neighborhood on Post Oak Boulevard while inside, the luxurious residences and expansive penthouses provide sweeping views and extraordinary design.

Found in Houston’s vibrant Uptown area, Belfiore is a 16-story high-rise surrounded by the private urban setting in a tranquil environment. At Belfiore, every detail has been meticulously considered and planned. Housing just 46 residences that start at 4,650 square feet, Belfiore offers residents the enjoyment of two expansive corner terraces, a private entry lobby and four high-speed elevators. Interiors boast 11-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows that brighten the space and accentuate views, wide and gracious living spaces, oversized open-concept kitchens and an array of finishing packages that let owners tailor the space to their own liking. A discreetly restricted community, Belfiore provides street-level guest parking and 24-hour valet service with a concealed underground parking garage. The grandly elegant lobby offers a 24-hour Concierge Center while the recreation and relaxation area includes a heated swimming pool, whirlpool and lush garden that connects with an expansive party room and catering kitchen for supreme gatherings. The second floor features ample additional storage as well as a state-of-the-art athletic club with showers and a steam bath.

Built in 1983 but newly renovated, The Bristol Condominiums is one of Houston’s most exciting high-rise condominium conversions in a private park setting. Towering 27 stories above the dynamic Galleria area, the building offers breathtaking, panoramic views of the surrounding metropolis and a central location close to highways and prestigious shopping, dining and entertainment. With no more than four units per floor, The Bristol offers 93 residences, including eight two-story penthouses with spiral staircases with pricing from the mid-$200,000s to more than $1.5 million. Interiors boast nine-foot ceilings, private wraparound balconies, floor-to-ceiling windows, crown molding, hardwood floors and kitchens with stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops and wine coolers. Among the building’s amenities are 24-hour controlled access with a concierge and valet parking, a four-level parking garage with reserved spaces, a luxurious lobby, pet-friendly facilities, a pool with heated Jacuzzi, tennis court, a fully equipped fitness center with a sauna and, for entertaining, a sumptuous Club Room, wet bar and catering kitchen.

Find established, sophisticated luxury living at the Camden Post Oak Apartments. The 33-story tower offers breathtaking skyline views of Uptown from the floor-to-ceiling windows and private terraces of the one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses decked out with the finest modern finishes like quartz countertops, hardwood floors and 10-foot ceilings with crown molding. Units feature open-concept gourmet kitchens with energy-efficient stainless-steel appliances, French door refrigerators, double ovens and slate flooring while lots of closet space in the unit complements the elegant bathrooms with garden tubs and walk-in showers. With 24-hour concierge, maintenance and valet and onsite car washing service, Camden Post Oak residents also benefit from dry-cleaning service, a 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center with a yoga studio, executive conference room, covered garage parking, a climate-controlled wine room, a resort-style pool with cabanas, a garden terrace with outdoor grills, a 24-hour Internet café with coffee bar, the Resident Lounge with a poker room, the Resident Clubhouse and a catering kitchen and dining space for entertaining. Four-legged residents benefit from a private dog park and pet washing station while the human variety enjoy the community’s monthly brunch and other social gatherings.

Built in 2008, The Cosmopolitan Condominiums is a 23-story residential high-rise on Post Oak Boulevard at the heart of the Uptown/Galleria area near amazing shopping and dining. Ranging from $600,000 to $4 million, The Cosmopolitan’s 80 condos come with gourmet chef’s kitchens with state-of-the-art built-in appliances; 10-foot ceilings; floor-to-ceiling windows; hardwood floors; and luxurious spa-style bathrooms with standard and rain showers, a Origami “air bath” tub and a frameless glass shower. In addition, the 10 exclusive penthouses feature extra-large terraces and balconies, 12-foot ceilings and private garages. World-class amenities worthy of a five-star resort include 24-hour concierge service; a seventh-floor pool terrace with South Beach–style cabanas, open green space and breathtaking views; a movie theater and party room with a kitchen; a state-of-the-art fitness center; and a private meeting room and wine room.

   
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