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Investing In Penthouses

05 Tuesday May 2015

Posted by Dawn Advertiser in Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Karachi, Lahore, REAL ESTATE

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balconies, high ceilings, high dust impact, investing in a penthouse, Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, large covered areas, large windows, luxury homes, Penthouses, privacy, reduced noise pollution, roof gardens, top floor, Uzma Nawaz

Real LeadUntil the early noughties, penthouses were primarily limited to Karachi. However, over the last five years, their construction has increased in Islamabad, and recently in Lahore, due to an increasing annual demand of five to eight percent. No wonder then, penthouses are gaining traction among investors and homeowners alike.

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From A Quiet Neighbourhood To A Bustling Hub

13 Tuesday Jan 2015

Posted by Dawn Advertiser in Karachi, REAL ESTATE, Real Estate Review

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apartment complexes, Bahadurabad, banks, Block 2 PECHS, bustling hub, Chinese Food, Clifton, commercial enterprises, dining, falooda, hospitals, imperial court, Karachi, Khalid Bin Waleed Road, Kow Loon, Kulfi, Little China, manicured gardens, Noorani Kabab House, Nursery Bun Kabab, palatial houses, quiet neighbourhood, Rahmat-e-Shireen, recreational avenues, salons, schools, shopping, Sindhi Muslim Housing Society, smaller houses, Sohni Sweets, sprawling houses, supermarkets, Tariq Road, townhouses, Uzma Nawaz, Zahid Nihari

Property value and rentals have increased significantly

– Property value and rentals have increased significantly.

Think of Block 2, PECHS and the chances are that Tariq Road will come to mind. However, the truth is that this block is one of Karachi’s oldest and most expensive residential districts. 

Tariq Road is a  popular commercial area.

Tariq Road is a popular commercial area.

Past to present… Established in the late 1950s, Block 2 was a quiet, upscale neighbourhood until the 1980s. Sprawling houses were built on large plots with manicured gardens replete with fountains and pergolas. At the time only a few mom and pop shops fulfilled residents’ grocery needs. All this has now changed and although you may still find a few palatial houses there today, most have been demolished to make way for apartment complexes, smaller houses and townhouses, as well as commercial enterprises such as banks, hospitals, salons, schools and supermarkets.  Continue reading →

Lifestyles In Lalazar

09 Friday Jan 2015

Posted by Dawn Advertiser in Karachi, REAL ESTATE, Real Estate Review

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Bahria College, Beach Luxury Hotel, Boat Club, classy locale, Clifton, crabbing Manora Island, Defence, Karachi, Karachi Club Annexe, Keamari, Lalazar, Maryam Gabaji, MT Khan Road, Port Grand, posh residential neighbourhood

Lalazar has been home to Karachi’s well-heeled for decades

Lalazar has been home to Karachi’s well-heeled for decades

Established in the 1970s, Lalazar is located on MT Khan Road in proximity to Karachi’s well known areas such as Clifton and Defence. This posh residential neighbourhood exudes a serene ambience, with large houses along tree-lined roads with minimal noise and traffic. Needless to say, Lalazar has been home to the city’s well  heeled for decades. 

Rambling houses and quiet lanes characterise Lalazar

Rambling houses and quiet lanes characterise Lalazar

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Benazir Bhutto Park

20 Saturday Dec 2014

Posted by Dawn Advertiser in Karachi, REAL ESTATE, Real Estate Review

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Baloch Icecream, bird-watchers, Boat Basin, Burger King, carnations, chambeli, Clifton Block 2, condo-style apartments, gerbera, KFC, lush greenery, Mariam Gabaji., Nihari Inn, Pakistan’s only woman Prime Minister, Pizza Hut, red-brick canopies, roses, rosy arbours, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Park, woodland area

Intricately patterned flowerbeds are a picturesque sight

Intricately patterned flowerbeds are a picturesque sight

One of Pakistan’s most artistically landscaped parks, the Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Park , is named in memory of Pakistan’s only woman Prime Minister – the iconic Benazir Bhutto.

Gazebos and cobbled pathways

Gazebos and cobbled pathways

Inside the park… Inaugurated in 2008, the Park is spread across 152 acres of lush greenery, dotted with red-brick canopies and gazebos, jogging tracks, and         tree-lined, cobbled pathways. As you step inside, it is easy to forget Karachi’s crowds and noise, as rosy arbours and trellises forming cosy enclosures above marble benches, present a picturesque sight. Intricately patterned flowerbeds of chambeli, gerbera, roses and carnations create an aesthetically appealing visual impact. The newly constructed bridge interlinking the Park’s two sections has become a popular spot for photography buffs as it offers panoramic views of the Park and Karachi’s skyline.

A popular picnic spot

A popular picnic spot

Recreational options… Providing a perfect antidote to stressful weeks, this green oasis is packed with joggers, cyclists, hikers and visitors. The artistically inclined camp under the gazebos with sketchbooks, capturing the scenic beauty. The surrounding woodland area, a haven for bird-watchers, is a recent addition. The dearth of secure and well-maintained parks makes it popular as a family picnic spot, although the small jetty that was built for boating, is no longer functional. 

Out and about… Occupying a central location in Clifton Block 2, the neighbourhood is a hub of commercial activity with schools, hospitals and Karachi’s famous Boat Basin food street. Visitors have a mix of desi, fast food and barbeque options to satisfy their palates with Nihari Inn, Baloch Icecream, Pizza Hut, KFC – and the current crowd favourite – Burger King. Property prices have skyrocketed in the last three years and the few vacant plots that were there until a few years ago are being converted into condo-style apartments and offices; traffic jams and lack of parking space continue to be an inconvenience for both residents and visitors. 

In a nutshell… Whether you want to burn calories, satisfy hunger pangs or simply let nature revitalise you – you are sure to find the perfect spot at the Shaheed Benzair Bhutto Park.

– Mariam Gabaji   

First published in the Real Estate Section of The DAWN National Weekend Advertiser on March 2, 2014.

All That Glitters…

13 Saturday Sep 2014

Posted by Dawn Advertiser in Karachi, REAL ESTATE, Real Estate Review

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bullion bars, chandan haars, hand-crafted chokers, Jewellery, jhumkas, Kagzi Bazaa, karas, karigars, Khajoor Bazaar, Kundan Street, Lea Market, MA Jinnah Road, Sarafa Bazaar, sathlaras, Uzma Nawaz, wedding season, wholesale gold market

All that Glitters

Sarafa Bazaar was established in the 1950s

With the wedding season in full swing, Sarafa Bazaar, Pakistan’s largest wholesale gold market, bustles with shoppers all day long, due to the wide variety of jewellery that is on offer there.  Continue reading →

Fixtures, Flowers, Fabric And Furniture

30 Saturday Aug 2014

Posted by Dawn Advertiser in ARCHITECTURE & INTERIOR DESIGN, CARS, Interior design, Karachi, Maintenance Tips, REAL ESTATE, Real Estate Review, Shopping

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bouquets, bows, braids, buttons, car, car accessories, car mechanics, car repair shops, cards, carved wooden furniture, curtain railings, Dr Omar Farooq Khan, embroidery, fabrics, fresh flowers, garlands, Gizri Commercial Karachi, glossy paper, gota, grills, Home Improvement, home makeover, lace, Lighting, locks, low-rise buildings, Mirrors, paint, plumbing fixtures, readymade clothes, ribbon, rims, sanitary fittings, standalone shops, Submarine Chowk, tailoring shops, tiles, wholesale flower market, wood polish

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Although Gizri Commercial Area (located near Submarine Chowk) may not be one of Karachi’s most upscale commercial pockets, it is definitely one of the city’s most diverse in terms of the products and services it offers. Continue reading →

School Books At Urdu Bazaar

26 Tuesday Aug 2014

Posted by Dawn Advertiser in Karachi, Property Advice, Real Estate Review, Shopping

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back to school, Jamia Cloth Market, Kaghazi Bazaar, MA Jinnah Road, New Urdu Bazaar, Radio Pakistan, Robert Galbraith, school bags, School Books, school essentials, stationery, study aids, textbooks, Urdu Bazaar, Uzma Nawaz, wholesale

The iconic Radio Pakistan building near Urdu Bazaar

The iconic Radio Pakistan building near Urdu Bazaar

Urdu Bazaar Located near the iconic Radio Pakistan building and accessible via MA Jinnah Road, Urdu Bazaar began life as a cluster of bookstalls in the early 1950s. Over the decades it has morphed into the largest wholesale market for books in Karachi. Continue reading →

Chand Raat In Karachi

28 Monday Jul 2014

Posted by Dawn Advertiser in Eid, Karachi, Karachi, Pakistan Attractions, REAL ESTATE, Real Estate Review, Recreation, Shopping, Special Occasions, Days and Events

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Mouth-watering food options at Khadda Market

Mouth-watering food options at Khadda Market

With Eid a few days away, here are three must-visit spots in Karachi to enjoy chand raat festivities: Khadda Market, Bahadurabad and Meena Bazaar.

Food And Beauty At Khadda Market

The Eid take… Located off Khayaban-e-Shamsheer, Khadda Market, boasts of countless salons ideal for those facials and mani-pedis that have become a must do before Eid. The Market also offers wide ranging culinary delights – think spicy chana papri, steaming biryani, grilled chicken, mouth-watering pancakes and sizzling steaks. TV addicts can also stock up on the latest DVDs for the holidays. Continue reading →

The ‘H’ Factor

18 Friday Jul 2014

Posted by Dawn Advertiser in Buying, Selling & Rental Guide, Karachi, REAL ESTATE, Real Estate Review

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Al Madni Mall, Aldo Rossi, apparel, Arizona Grill, bangles, Block H, bun kababs, Carlo Scarpa, chana chaat, Chinese Chow Mein, commercial areas, computers, dahi baras, Delhi Muslim Kabab, Dolmen Mall, fruit chaat, gota-kinari, Hardee’s, household appliances, Hyderi Market, Italian architects, Javaid Hyder, Jewellery, KFC, khussas, McDonald’s, Meerath Kabab, mehndi, mosques, North Nazimabad, pakoras, parks, Red Apple, residential areas, Saima Mall, samosas, schools, sherbets

North Nazimabad is one of Karachi’s oldest residential areas

North Nazimabad is one of Karachi’s oldest residential areas

North Nazimabad is one of Karachi’s oldest residential areas; it was planned and designed by Carlo Scarpa and Aldo Rossi, renowned Italian architects, in the late 1950s. It is divided into 22 blocks with facilities and amenities, such as commercial areas, mosques, parks and schools. Block H, however, remains one of North Nazimabad’s most popular blocks, primarily due to its proximity to the vibrant Hyderi Market. Continue reading →

Ramazan Shopping At Khajoor Bazaar

01 Tuesday Jul 2014

Posted by Dawn Advertiser in Eid, Karachi, Ramazan, REAL ESTATE, Real Estate Review

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ajraks, Ajwa, Aseel, Balochi wraps, Balochistan, Begam Jangi, chutneys, dates, Dera Ismail Khan, Dhakki, Eid, faluda, foodie, gola gandas, home accessories, Iran, Iraq, Jewellery, Kakri Ground, Khajoor Bazaar, khajoors, MA Jinnah Roads, Maulana Mohammad Ali Jauhar Park, Mecca, Medina, Napier, Nigar Jaffery, Pakistan's largest wholesale market, pakoras, papadoms, parties, rallis, Ramazan, Saddar, Shah Alam Bokhari, Sindh, Sindhi topis, sussi chunri fabric, Syria, The Jaffer Fuddoo, weddings

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Khajoor Bazaar offers a variety of dates

Ramadan-Kareem-WallpaperLocated in Saddar and accessible via Napier and MA Jinnah Roads, the bustling Khajoor Bazaar offers home accessories and foodie options – in addition to its specialty – juicy, mouth-watering khajoors for weddings, parties, and of course Ramazan and Eid.

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The Jaffer Fuddoo Tower – an iconic landmark

A world of dates… Visitors have to navigate narrow, winding lanes, packed with makeshift stalls set up on pavements in front of shops to find what they are looking for. As its name suggests, Khajoor Bazaar’s main attraction is its dates, and is reputed to be Pakistan’s largest wholesale date market. Dates on offer include Aseel, Begam Jangi and Dhakki, from Balochistan, Dera Ismail Khan and Sindh respectively; imported varieties from Iran, Iraq and Syria are also available. Ajwa dates – high-end, premium quality dates from Mecca and Medina – are available these days, since Ramazan is around the corner, and people are willing to splurge on them. Continue reading →

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