CERCLE DIPLOMATIQUE - issue 01/2017

SAVOIR VIVRE PROPERTY
INSIDER’S TALK
Luxussegment mit Mehrwert
Luxury segment with added value
Johanna Seeber, Vorstand der Seeste Bau AG | Chair of the Seeste Bau AG
Wie weit beeinflusst der Kunst- und
Kulturstatus von Wien Kaufentscheidungen
von Immobilieninteressenten?
Bei internationalen Kunden spielt in manchen Fällen
der herausragende Kunst- und Kulturstatus Wiens
eine große Rolle und somit auch die Lage – und
zwar die fußläufige Nähe – zu den Kunst- und
Kulturstätten im ersten Wiener Gemeindebezirk.
Wen spricht das Projekt Schillerplatz 4
konkret an?
Das Klientel des Schillerplatz 4 interessiert sich für
das exklusive Luxussegment und sucht Immobilien
in hervorragenden Lagen mit außerordentlicher
Architektur und hochwertiger Ausstattung. Auch
der atemberaubende Blick über die Dächer Wiens
der hellen Penthäuser gehört zu den Kaufgründen
unserer exklusiven Interessenten aller Altersgruppen,
sowohl national als auch international.
Wie wichtig sind renommierte Interior-
Designer?
Für Kunden in diesem Luxussegement ist
hochwertiges und exklusives Design sehr wichtig.
Oft lassen sich unsere Kunden die Wohnungen von
namhaften Innenarchitekten und Interior-Designern
komplett einzugsbereit bis in das kleinste Detail,
wie Besteck und Handtücher, einrichten.
How much does the status of Vienna as an art
and culture city influence the property
purchasing decisions of interested customers?
When it comes to international customers, the
status of Vienna as an art and cultural city can play
a big role and thereby also the location – meaning
reachability by foot – in regard to the art and
cultural institutions within the first city district of
Vienna.
What clientele does the project Schillerplatz 4
specifically address?
The clientele of Schillerplatz 4 is particularly
interested in the exclusive luxury segment and is
looking for properties in outstanding locations with
exceptional architecture and high-quality
furnishings and equipment. The breathtaking view
over the roofs of Vienna‘s bright penthouses is one
of the reasons to purchase one of our exclusive
properties by our national and international clients
of all age groups.
How important are renowned interior designers
such as Steinwender?
For customers interested in this luxury segment,
high-quality and exclusive design is very important.
Many times, our customers like to have their
apartments completely furnished by well-known
interior architects and interior designers, all the way
to the very last detail such as the cutlery and the
towels.
Vienna does not only enjoy a reputation as a
metropolis, but also as a residential city,
where people like to flock from all around
the globe due to its historic atmosphere, openness
and flair. The impressive testimonials of Viennese architecture
are as much a focal point as the cultural
events in the renowned theatres, opera houses and
museums with a world reputation. And thus, all these
elements of the city centre merge into one exclusive
blend. Cercle Diplomatique has put together a list
of impressive projects to provide an inside look at
what constitutes the charm of these iconic places.
Am Kaiserforum
Aesthetics and individuality define the domiciles
at the historical address of Nibelungengasse 15/Babenbergerstraße
7. Whereas the aristocracy still resided
here at the turn of the century, today’s ambience
is marked by a relationship to the arts, where contemporary
works by the Viennese artist couple Ernst
and Eleonor Friedrich in collaboration with Andrew
Stewart, an artist from London, are exhibited.
Goethegasse
As per the motto ”Imperial Living“, this property
is to be understood as a symbol for the exclusive
comfort within the setting of a UNESCO World Heritage
Site (yes, this status is held by the entire historical
city centre of Vienna). Close to the Albertina
museum, the Vienna State Opera and the Hofburg
palace, penthouses impress with their high ceilings,
360° all-round views, green roof landscapes as well
as an outdoor spa. Pros from studios such as Christian
L. Einwaller and Interior Moments – Isabelle Farrokhnia
are responsible for the interior design.
Schillerplatz
1870 was the year in which the history of this
building began. The planning stage of the former
”Hotel Britannia“ was put into motion by Carl Tietz
on the occasion of the busy construction activity
around the imminent World Fair. Some might still
remember it as the telecommunications centre. Not
too long ago, Paulus Manker directed his epochal piece
”Alma“ across four floors in the building. Today,
you will find first-class apartments resulting from
the interplay between old and new with creative architecture
and advanced technology providing a truly
unique living experience.
PHOTOS: RICHARD TANZER, SASCHA VAN DER WERF, TONI RAPPERSBERGER, OTTO IMMOBILIEN/MARTIN WOSCHITZ
the distance from the Mediterranean climate, ensuring
that residents can enjoy the imposing view towards
Ringstrasse and Karlsplatz throughout the
year. In close proximity to the Musikverein, the State
Opera and the Albertina museum, grand living
within the context of art and culture is part of the
overall residential experience here.
To conclude our city tour, we give the final word to
Johanna Seeber, chair of the Seeste Bau AG and expert
concerning luxury properties, to provide a focused
look at what matters most. ”Modern living standards
go hand in hand with the blending of tradition and
innovative technology. Exclusive city centre locations
in historically interesting buildings with high ceilings,
but also the combination between classic and modern
are particularly crucial. Generous and representative
entrances, high-class decor and innovative high-tech
features such as systems for entertainment, light and
security, as well as monitored room ventilation systems
with climate ceilings that can be controlled from
a distance via smartphones and tablets, are expected
in high-class properties today.“
BÖSENDORFERSTRASSE.
Penthouse mit Pool im Ringstraßenpalais in unmittelbarer Nähe zur Staatsoper von Marschall Real
Estate.
Penthouse with pool in the Ringstrassenpalais in close proximity to the State Opera, by Marschall
Real Estate.
SCHILLERPLATZ 4.
Ein geschichtsträchtiger Ruhepol inmitten
der Stadt, der von kulturellen Institutionen
Wiens umringt ist.
A historical haven in the middle of the city,
surrounded by Vienna’s cultural institutions.
Bösendorferstrasse
If you are looking for that certain something, this
is a good place to start. The penthouse with almost
300 square metres does not only have grand interior
rooms but also a terrace with windproof panoramic
glazing. Not a bad architectural touch considering
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