Dakota79 650 Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 So, I just heard from someone this afternoon that the entire block bounded by Bammel, Sackett, Earl and Philfall is under contract with Borlenghi. No confirmation if that is who actually has it under contract (I hope so) but supposedly the tenants have until the end of the year to vacate. This is the block of bungalows that have been used for years as offices. Would be a great location for a highrise. Can someone confirm? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
OkieEric 660 Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 Looks like it was sold to "GBL Developers LLC" in late July, 2015. The address for GBL Developers on the HCAD account (1400 POST OAK BLVD STE 150) is linked to Interfin Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ew2003 31 Posted August 9, 2016 Share Posted August 9, 2016 County Clerk records show the entire block sold in July 2015 with a note of $5.7M. GBL was created right before closing. GBL DEVELOPERS LLC Texas Taxpayer Number 32057788815 Mailing Address 1400 POST OAK BLVD STE 150 HOUSTON, TX 77056-6009 Right to Transact Business in Texas ACTIVE State of Formation TX Effective SOS Registration Date 07/15/2015 Texas SOS File Number 0802253823 Registered Agent Name GIORGIO BORLENGHI Registered Office Street Address 1400 POST OAK BLVD, SUITE 150 HOUSTON, TX 77056 You'll have to register/login to see the doc: http://www.cclerk.hctx.net/applications/websearch/EComm/ViewEdocs.aspx?ID=wGLQNx7kz6ZWN3cIrd0j7F9APFxndJBGE9a9XSB1YssbATBKpBF8OqYS1Kq0epoU0FjUBhmNzrbMfd54Kc74i88yeWeAWPmkQXtTzqoSdh3CfFCy0wc7KX76I0H5NUGOMNx+XSZGOxf4gCkKnmz3rw== Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Urbannizer 44115 Posted August 10, 2016 Share Posted August 10, 2016 Plat filed, Villa Borghese is the name. SubdivisionPlatPDF_VillaBorghese.pdf 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dakota79 650 Posted August 11, 2016 Author Share Posted August 11, 2016 6 hours ago, Urbannizer said: Plat filed, Villa Borghese is the name. SubdivisionPlatPDF_VillaBorghese.pdf Urbannizer - you're the best! Surely it'll be a high rise. Can't wait to find out. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Popular Post houstonfella 85 Posted August 22, 2016 Popular Post Share Posted August 22, 2016 Houstonia September 2016 14 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Urbannizer 44115 Posted August 22, 2016 Share Posted August 22, 2016 Sweet! I count 25-floors. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brijonmang 5510 Posted August 22, 2016 Share Posted August 22, 2016 Belfiore 2.0. Not that that is necessarily a bad thing. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Urbannizer 44115 Posted August 22, 2016 Share Posted August 22, 2016 I agree. My only gripe would be it being place in the center of the block and gated like Belfiore. That seems a bit awkward for Upper Kirby. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lockmat 2291 Posted August 23, 2016 Share Posted August 23, 2016 Close enough to River Oaks to warrant the conservative design but close enough to Kirby to be somewhat a disappointment. But as a typical Houstonian, I'll take it. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Popular Post Urbannizer 44115 Posted August 24, 2016 Popular Post Share Posted August 24, 2016 http://www.chron.com/business/real-estate/article/Borlenghi-to-build-luxe-tower-inside-the-loop-9181830.php#photo-10821290 Quote Giorgio Borlenghi, known for building Four-Leaf Towers, Villa d'Este, Montebello and Belfiore, is developing his first luxury residential tower inside the 610 Loop. It will also be one of the -- if not the -- most expensive buildings in Houston. The 26-story Villa Borghese, named after a park in Rome, will be built on Bammel Lane between Westheimer and West Alabama. The average unit will be priced at nearly $3.3 million. Most will fill 4,820 square feet and have two corner terraces. Borlenghi, founder of Houston based Interfin Cos., said construction will start after half the 46 units are pre-sold, which he remains confident about even amid a stubborn oil price decline. "The home market in River Oaks and the home market in west Houston are two completely different markets," Borlenghi said Wednesday. "We believe the people interested in these kinds of homes are less affected than people who are buying tract homes on the west side of Houston." Borlenghi said he hopes to be under construction a year from now. Thee tower would take two years to build. 10 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
monarch 3783 Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 ^^^ where is the resident parking? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Texasota 2932 Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 Well, this is absolutely terrible in terms of its street frontage. It's a fence surrounding a driveway surrounding a tower for the wealthy. It's a suburban design replacing a charming, unique block of businesses. 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
EllenOlenska 1180 Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 Just west of urbanity. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Urbannizer 44115 Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 http://www.bizjournals.com/houston/news/2016/08/24/houston-developer-plans-new-luxury-condo-tower-in.html Borlenghi, the founder of Houston-based The Interfin Cos., purchased the property last year for an undisclosed price. Currently, there are about 20 older homes on the site, all commercial businesses ranging from a restaurant, hairdresser, doctor’s office and shops. Most of the homes will be moved to new locations around town, Borlenghi said. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Urbannizer 44115 Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 http://villaborghesehouston.com/# Check out the views on their webpage...wow. 9 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
monarch 3783 Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 ^^^ beautiful.. elegant.. and plush.... 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
UrbanEnthusiast713 3 Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 2 hours ago, monarch said: ^^^ where is the resident parking? Surely it's underground! Touch of class unlike most of the condos being built around town 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KinkaidAlum 2821 Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 Architecture looks a bit more sleek than his three most recent beige designs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lockmat 2291 Posted August 24, 2016 Share Posted August 24, 2016 42 minutes ago, UrbanEnthusiast713 said: Surely it's underground! Touch of class unlike most of the condos being built around town Four leafs is underground. I guess only multi million dollar units get underground parking. 3 hours ago, Texasota said: Well, this is absolutely terrible in terms of its street frontage. It's a fence surrounding a driveway surrounding a tower for the wealthy. It's a suburban design replacing a charming, unique block of businesses. Since its not on a major road I'm not upset about it. The single family homes to the south will probably be there forever so it's not a major negative impact on the street scene. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
clubtokyo 3 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 wow....that tub view. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Triton 11778 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Huge shout out to the community for uncovering this project before the media! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Urbannizer 44115 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 17 minutes ago, Triton said: Huge shout out to the community for uncovering this project before the media! Don't we always? 8 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Triton 11778 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 21 minutes ago, Urbannizer said: Don't we always? True... very true. Guess I just wanted to acknowledge it. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
swtsig 2929 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 (edited) 19 hours ago, Texasota said: Well, this is absolutely terrible in terms of its street frontage. It's a fence surrounding a driveway surrounding a tower for the wealthy. It's a suburban design replacing a charming, unique block of businesses. true but this isn't even on a major thoroughfare so what difference does it make? this is literally plopped down in the middle of a residential area - it's not like there was a great deal of pedestrian activity although losing the neat businesses there is somewhat of a loss. had this been on westheimer i would feel differently but it isn't. edit: this block was actually under contract to the morgan group a few years back but they backed out. Edited August 25, 2016 by swtsig 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Texasota 2932 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 I mean, where do you think people walk from? Anyone walking from the neighborhood would pass this thing on the way to Westheimer. Is this the absolute worst possible location for this building? No, of course not. That doesn't make it good. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
houstontexasjack 2340 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 This will be the new "rich people" tower whose occupants Lamar football players will be instructed to try to wake up in morning warm-up drills during two-a-days. Yay! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Urbannizer 44115 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brijonmang 5510 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 Now that's how you introduce a building to the public 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
monarch 3783 Posted August 25, 2016 Share Posted August 25, 2016 (edited) ^^^ that VB video took my breath away. that white tub and restroom are what dreams are made of..... Edited September 7, 2016 by monarch 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SkylineView 1402 Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 I don't really see an issue with the location. Aside from people at the school and an occasional jogger, this isn't a foot-traffic area (especially since Crescent City left). I went to a wedding at St. John the Divine that had a reception at Bammel... nobody walked. And that's three blocks. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Texasota 2932 Posted August 26, 2016 Share Posted August 26, 2016 And we can either reinforce the status quo or we can push for improvement. This is not the most pedestrian-friendly area in the city, but it's a long way from the worst. It has serious potential, and this does nothing to build on that potential. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lectro 22 Posted August 27, 2016 Share Posted August 27, 2016 Either way, retail or shops should be facing the major corridors (Westheimer and Kirby). Yes, this development doesn't meet an urban standard, you just want the sidewalk to be at least 6 feet. I really hate West Ave because it has horrible street interaction. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sevfiv 1407 Posted September 7, 2016 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Note - duplicate topics merged. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Twinsanity02 1281 Posted September 7, 2016 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Is this connected to the Borghese family? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
htownboy 223 Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 Another 100m+!! https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/searchAction.jsp?action=displayOECase&oeCaseID=305700054&row=160 348 ft 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nativehoustonion 588 Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 (edited) I think this is the Hanover 39 floor highrise. Or is this the one off Bammel by Lamar High school? Edited September 28, 2016 by nativehoustonion Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Houston19514 4617 Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 7 minutes ago, nativehoustonion said: I think this is the Hanover 39 floor highrise. Or is this the one off Bammel by Lamar High school? It's the one that is the topic of this thread. It says "Structure Name: Villa Borghese Condominium" right there on the FAA form 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nativehoustonion 588 Posted September 28, 2016 Share Posted September 28, 2016 Sorry did not have my coffee. They are also building a midrise off Steel St. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KinkaidAlum 2821 Posted May 22, 2017 Share Posted May 22, 2017 Just drove by on my way to check on my Mom. The lot is being cleared. Looks like they're moving those bungalows somewhere. I never had doubts on this one. This guy (developer) knows what he's doing and this location is top notch (basically the end of River Oaks Blvd). 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AREJAY 1306 Posted May 22, 2017 Share Posted May 22, 2017 (edited) http://swamplot.com/small-flock-of-bungalows-getting-shepherded-around-at-bammel-ln-highrise-site/2017-05-22/ Quote THE POINTY glass Gardens of Bammel Lane conservatory isn’t the only structure on the block southeast of Bammel Ln. andEarl St. getting picked up and hauled elsewhere as part of the block’s cleanout for the 26-story Villa Borghese condo highrise. A handful of Cherry House Moving trailers were spotted on the site this weekend, hanging around and under several of the bungalows on the block A listing for $3.3M popped up on HAR toohttp://www.har.com/2855-bammel-1401/sale_64424452 Quote Priced ''to-the-white'' with walls & ceilings, finishes not included. 26 stories, 2 residences per floor, each with private elevator lobby. Floorplans from 3,930 to 9,640 SF. Create floorplan and customize finishes or choose from builder selections. Selling slab, to-the-white or finished. 24-hour valet, concierge and manned guard house. Heated pool, formal gardens, pet park, fitness facility with steam showers, card room & party room with caterer's kitchen. Ground breaking anticipated Fall 2017. Edited May 22, 2017 by AREJAY 8 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
j_cuevas713 3022 Posted May 22, 2017 Share Posted May 22, 2017 Look at that density! 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Urbannizer 44115 Posted June 8, 2017 Share Posted June 8, 2017 Although the site is currently being cleared, plans have been axed for now. http://www.chron.com/business/real-estate/article/High-rise-builder-pulls-back-on-luxury-tower-11203917.php Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Montrose1100 3714 Posted June 9, 2017 Share Posted June 9, 2017 I'm kind of relieved this isn't pushing through. While it wasn't a bad looking tower, my hopes for high rises in this area should be more visually appealing. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bobruss 4986 Posted June 9, 2017 Share Posted June 9, 2017 I could see this coming. The sad thing about it is they are taking away all of the bungalows and the businesses are gone. For what? A big fat vacant lot. There was such a nice bohemian feel to the area, and now it will just be crickets. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fortune 888 Posted June 10, 2017 Share Posted June 10, 2017 If the oil market ever goes back up this will be built. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cloud713 4037 Posted June 10, 2017 Share Posted June 10, 2017 19 minutes ago, Fortune said: If the oil market ever goes back up this will be built. As a HAIFer/urban development aficionado, I like the height, but everything else always seemed wrong. If it was a block north and the tower was on the north side of the block, fronting Westheimer, with a garage wrapped in townhouses, it would be a lot better IMO. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Urbannizer 44115 Posted May 16, 2018 Share Posted May 16, 2018 New subdivision plat filed for the property: SubdivisionPlatPDF_BrickellReserve.pdf 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
htownbro 603 Posted May 16, 2018 Share Posted May 16, 2018 On 8/25/2016 at 1:51 PM, Urbannizer said: Tres Magnifique! 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
j_cuevas713 3022 Posted May 16, 2018 Share Posted May 16, 2018 3 minutes ago, htownbro said: Tres Magnifique! Wow nice 3D 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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