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Waterproofing Paparazzi-Proof Condos

Written by Jillian Turner | Jun 12, 2012 4:00:41 PM

Developers Elad Properties set out to build the world’s only paparazzi-proof condominiums for the most elite residents. The Carlyle Residences are a 24 story building which includes 78 private condominiums with prices beginning at $2.9 million USD and ranging up to $15 million USD.

 

The four level below grade parking structure is equipped with an elevator system that leads owners to their respective suites without so much as a single hallway. However, its placement above an aquifer challenged the architects. Every portion of the below grade area was waterproofed with Kryton’s waterproofing systems. The walls used Kryton’s Krystol Internal Membrane (KIM) admixture, and the slab and wall joints used the Krystol Waterstop System.

 

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