I think maybe the higher floors are way of for snagging..

Maybe the lower floors might be better,,,, Why are Abraj doing this?

snagging is too early there...I dont know why they organise now.


Inexperienced developer who's trying to 'speed' things up and not piss off the buyers anymore after all their fuck ups.

Handover looks like quite a distance away from those pictures.

Todays Gulf News property page "Time Place Tower, partial marina view: Ready July 08".

I dont know why OTR and the likes write stuff to make people pissed off, ok he may say he is only passing on info but please read it , digest it, keep it. As for Krazy he is begining to get right up my nose . Leave it out with your negative shit you keep writing.

I dont know why OTR and the likes write stuff to make people pissed off, ok he may say he is only passing on info but please read it , digest it, keep it. As for Krazy he is begining to get right up my nose . Leave it out with your negative shit you keep writing.

Boralad,

Sorry but no intention to piss people off, I was only keeping individuals up to date in particular for people that are distant from Dubai.

I know that if I was located in the UK or elsewhere I would appreciate info from people who are local as opposed to be constantly fed info from Abraj who in my opinion are feeding crap to you guys.

I am in the same situation myself where I should move into my new place next month, but the property pages say March 08, not a nice way of finding out.


I am almost on the TP doorstep and had previously offered to help where possible with pics or anything that could keep people up to date, no worries though I will keep my thoughts to myself in future.

I dont know why OTR and the likes write stuff to make people pissed off, ok he may say he is only passing on info but please read it , digest it, keep it. As for Krazy he is begining to get right up my nose . Leave it out with your negative shit you keep writing.

Borland

Krazy does drive me up the wall too, but listen to him, most of the time he is right.

Boralad,

Sorry but no intention to piss people off, I was only keeping individuals up to date in particular for people that are distant from Dubai.

I know that if I was located in the UK or elsewhere I would appreciate info from people who are local as opposed to be constantly fed info from Abraj who in my opinion are feeding crap to you guys.

I am in the same situation myself where I should move into my new place next month, but the property pages say March 08, not a nice way of finding out.


I am almost on the TP doorstep and had previously offered to help where possible with pics or anything that could keep people up to date, no worries though I will keep my thoughts to myself in future.


I appreciate your help even if its positive or negative :cheers:

Todays Gulf News property page "Time Place Tower, partial marina view: Ready July 08".

July is way off, Feb is more realistic.

I appreciate your input, please keep it coming. The truth hurts sometimes but we have to keep it real. As much as I hate to say this but Krazy is right yet again :bash:

Abraj's plan is working, we stopped talking about delays, Sun Dial and the clock we are now as usual into the "let us be grateful, get the keys and forget about it". Another developer is going to get away with it again :)

From MD 4

http://www.ccjr.name/upload/photos/ssp-nov-2007/md4_view_marina_5-s.jpg

http://www.ccjr.name/upload/photos/ssp-nov-2007/md4_view_marina_6-s.jpg

Well Krazy has a point and it's not only Time Place with problem but also Marina Views, Snagging happening to Early.

Look at the Jewels and Marina Promenade, they are at a similar or if not slightly advanced stage, and they not begun Snagging.

All i'd say is Time and Place not a million miles of completion, so could happen 1st quater of 2008.

As for Krazy he is begining to get right up my nose . Leave it out with your negative shit you keep writing.

:poke:

LOL well i got to laugh.
I by the way do appreciate you all .
make that a large one bar man.

06/November/2007

Time Place

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Hi All. I thought I would share my experiences of snagging on an apartment I own in Marina Heights. I used a company to do the snagging report and they picked up quite a bit of stuff. But when it came to handover I had to pay the balance before getting the keys and I was very concerned that if I paid then they wouldn't bother to fix things. But I had no choice. Anyway, once the developer had their money I got the keys and found quite a lot of things that needed attention. However they gave me a sheet to write out any snagging points. Everything on my list was then attended to within a week. I did have to hassle them each day as I was only in the country for a week and wanted it done before I left.

Once week later I left a lovely, clean, fully furnished apartment which is fantastic. The snagging was done and everything was connected (except the TV/internet).

I too am worried about snagging etc. on my TP apartment. However, my previous experience gives me confidence that even after the handover there are teams on site to help sort out problems (all the workmen are still around for a long time working on the common areas). I found it no different to buying a new home in the UK. They were happy to fix things even after I'd paid the last installment.

I'm sure TP will be the same. So don't worry too much about this snagging. Even if you find more things after the handover they should still get fixed.

(By the way, things like the pool were not ready in my other block until a few months after handover. So you also need to expect a lot of building activity still going on after you've moved in.)

Hope this is helpful.

Heh, people, I thought this thread is supposed for sharing information. If we don't like the news, don't hit the messenger :ohno::ohno::ohno:

Therefore, OTR etc. please keep posting news as we who are living abroad can only share our speculations. I understand that people are frustrated waiting for such a long time (me too :ohno:) but that's how things are in Dubai. IMO don't take for granted what the developer is telling but rather judge based on facts....... and the pics are facts !!!!

Well, I agree July 08 sounds really far off and I, personally, calculate more with end March 08. If handover will be earlier, great :)

I assume that most people on this thread do read also threads on other towers at the Marina. So, we can be happy, TP is in the final stage, what cannot be said for other projects launched at the same time. To repeat Mackie, TP is a great investment and we all will be very happy when it is finished and most of the development at the Marina done. The Marina is going to be one of the hot spots in Dubai :banana::banana::banana:

I would say christmas holidays at TimePlace nooooo problem :cheers:
with a christmas tree on the balkony,that sounds good !

and many thanks to Imre three updates in one week -thats a christmas gift !

I would say christmas holidays at TimePlace nooooo problem

Sure.. if you don't mind setting up your christmas tree and decorations with the construction workers .. .and maybe have some christmas lights on the crane
:lol:

^^ I think Abraj have already put the christmas lights up.. :runaway:

^^ I think Abraj have already put the christmas lights up.. :runaway:

It's not funny :bash::bash::bash::bash:

Ta mate good info no shit stirring like some of the others, im not even moving in so im not over bothered about date its just the vagueness and the basic lies from Abraj that annoy be they should have just been honest with owners. Anyway thanks for the information.
Up the Boro !

Ladies and gentlemen

We have always been very civilised on this thread, yet able to debate. Let us not revert to too much sarcasm and calling. We all depend upon the information posted by all of those interested in the progress, be it quick, be it slow, of Timeplace.

The photographs and comments are greatly appreciated and have kept me up to date over the past three years. We are reaching the final stage of the project and cracks are appearing.

Final six months now, chin up chaps and chappesses.

Ta mate good info no shit stirring like some of the others, im not even moving in so im not over bothered about date its just the vagueness and the basic lies from Abraj that annoy be they should have just been honest with owners. Anyway thanks for the information.
Up the Boro !


If I am amongst the shit stirrers when only relaying facts what can I say.

Anyway heres the advert just to show I was stating facts and not BS.
http://aycu01.webshots.com/image/31600/2002084443139822770_th.jpg (http://allyoucanupload.webshots.com/v/2002084443139822770)

if you see the Gulfnews , 80% of the properties adverts are wrong , maybe more...

(Betterhomes is the best they are advertising "The PAD" (Business Bay) --ready:) )

Wrong size,views,completion dates, etc...

Just see the DEC Towers advert , completion date is Dec 2007... The Jewels --- VACANT:)

found this one (of course betterhomes):

http://img210.imageshack.us/img210/4620/save0015wd4.th.jpg (http://img210.imageshack.us/my.php?image=save0015wd4.jpg)


It seems that the 7th floor ready now , 8th floor will be ready December 2007 and 16th floor ready in November 2007:)

Well i seemed to open a can of worms , so firstly I apologise if anyone took offence . I again am most greatful for the info and i shall keep my thoughts of some post's to myself.....I hope OTR was not thinking any comments were in his direction as they were and are not , i had one issue and that was with Krazy who thought it was good info to write about june or july being more realistic moving in date..........i just thought that was naughty . Imre to let you know i had a friend of mine go to TP last week to look at my 5th floor aprtment as she wants to lease it but unfortunatley firstly she was dissapointed of the size 1 bedroom.....size does matter , bathroom had no lights so was difficult to view so was generally not the best idea to invite her there taken into account the mess around .
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is that BH ad for real? a 590 sq ft 1 bdr for 1.29 million? :lol:

Well i seemed to open a can of worms , so firstly I apologise if anyone took offence . I again am most greatful for the info and i shall keep my thoughts of some post's to myself.....I hope OTR was not thinking any comments were in his direction as they were and are not , i had one issue and that was with Krazy who thought it was good info to write about june or july being more realistic moving in date..........i just thought that was naughty . Imre to let you know i had a friend of mine go to TP last week to look at my 5th floor aprtment as she wants to lease it but unfortunatley firstly she was dissapointed of the size 1 bedroom.....size does matter , bathroom had no lights so was difficult to view so was generally not the best idea to invite her there taken into account the mess around .
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Comn The Bora

i had one issue and that was with Krazy who thought it was good info to write about june or july being more realistic moving in date..........i just thought that was naughty

When did I ever claim that TP would be handed over by june or july? naughty naughty you

is that BH ad for real? a 590 sq ft 1 bdr for 1.29 million? :lol:

Where didy you see this Krazy?

^^ Imre's post #2023

is that BH ad for real? a 590 sq ft 1 bdr for 1.29 million? :lol:

Yes sure,TP is a prime location and a prime tower,the only building
with an indoor pool (low maintenance) :lol:here you can pay 1.29
its a good deal,we speak together in 5 years when you pay more
mainteneance as mortgage per year.

^^ that's great, but how is that related to my post?

Thanks Krazy. This price is very unrealistic.

unrealistic ? wait and see.

^^ so you're saying TP property is as hot in Dubai's market today as Old Town was earlier this year?

^^This property is soooooooooooo hot, it glows in the dark (and not just your normal red), We are too hot baby :banana:

Betterhomes offer :



http://www.bhomes.com/view-details.aspx?id=72587&lookfor=B&curPage=20&cid=&sid=&aid=&communityname=&type=1&state=&community=0&propertyname=0&minprice=5&maxprice=7&br=2&sqft=0&sector=&status=1&orderby=&src=1


http://www.bhomes.com/view-details.aspx?id=72733&lookfor=B&curPage=23&cid=&sid=&aid=&communityname=&type=1&state=&community=0&propertyname=0&minprice=5&maxprice=7&br=2&sqft=0&sector=&status=1&orderby=&src=1


http://www.bhomes.com/view-details.aspx?id=72734&lookfor=B&curPage=24&cid=&sid=&aid=&communityname=&type=1&state=&community=0&propertyname=0&minprice=5&maxprice=7&br=2&sqft=0&sector=&status=1&orderby=&src=1



http://www.bhomes.com/view-details.aspx?id=10277&lookfor=B&curPage=24&cid=&sid=&aid=&communityname=&type=1&state=&community=0&propertyname=0&minprice=5&maxprice=7&br=2&sqft=0&sector=&status=1&orderby=&src=1


http://www.bhomes.com/view-details.aspx?id=73385&lookfor=B&curPage=26&cid=&sid=&aid=&communityname=&type=1&state=&community=0&propertyname=0&minprice=5&maxprice=7&br=2&sqft=0&sector=&status=1&orderby=&src=1

^^ so you're saying TP property is as hot in Dubai's market today as Old Town was earlier this year?

Krazy can we keep this to the investment thread

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

^^ Are you still drunk from last night? I thought it would take you a few days to come around from last night result:)

[QUOTE=carpetking;16338279]Betterhomes offer :

What do Better Homes know that we dont, they still describe it as set under the worlds tallest and biggest sundial?

Actually we know that Better Homes is an organization of illiterate fools

Krazy can we keep this to the investment thread

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:


I am waiting for a come back Mr Mod

your wish is granted

09/November/2007

Time Place

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09/November/2007

Time Place, short video

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Thanks Imre:):) :),i will put the video on the TimePlace Owner website

Yes, many thanks Imre:cheers: :bow::bow::bow:

Yep it's all gone quiet over here. This was a very sociable thread. Warnings from mods due to excessive chit chat in the past. What has gone wrong? Nothing for days...:ohno::ohno::ohno::ohno::nuts:

Yep it's all gone quiet over here. This was a very sociable thread. Warnings from mods due to excessive chit chat in the past. What has gone wrong? Nothing for days...:ohno::ohno::ohno::ohno::nuts:

This thread is like an old peoples coffee mornings

Okay, I will give you an update. I have seen my apartment yesterday and..... it is far off completion !!!! Although I was still told DEWA connection will be beginning of December 2007, there is NO WAY that this will happen.

Maybe people who urgently need to move in as they are working in Dubai, will have handover in March 2008? (my speculation) But the tower as such with all facilities ready will not make it before summer.

I am very sorry guys, it is not my intention to destroy all your hopes, but I am just realistic and have seen the status of the work. There have been a lot of workers inside, but still there are sooooo many things left still to be done.

If I work out how to post pics, I will share some of mine. But the quality is not great as I had problems with my camera.

Despite the delay in handover, I am very excited about my apartment. It is relatively small, but the views....... and location..... and the size of the balcony (type 2B)..... the marina once finished will be THE place :nuts:

^^ I don't wanna say this but thanks... but you're only stating the obvious to anyone who knows anything about Dubai's developers

So are Abraj going to apologies to all who attended premature (seven months) snagging sessions for the money spent unnecessary due to their deviation from the truth?

At this stage surely they should be in a position to advise all owners of this development what the true status is on.

a) A true completion date.
b) What will replace the sun dial.
c) What will be in the adjacent plots.
d) What are the true maintenace fees per sq/ft when released in 2008.

I doubt it and the lies and false snagging dates will continue to frustrate all, and at no additional cost to Abraj.

What will be the next episode from this crowd will no doubt instigate many new posts to this thread.

I guess d) will be one of them?

All have shown their pics of the view.... here I am, there are mine :lol:

http://i3.tinypic.com/8e1pydd.jpg

http://i8.tinypic.com/6l8dmwy.jpg

http://i4.tinypic.com/8a4ibtu.jpg

Sorry, I don't know how to make them smaller ....

And here is the status of the pool area.....

http://i13.tinypic.com/8643ajm.jpg

Kids pool area

http://i16.tinypic.com/82e3iwg.jpg

Villa

http://i10.tinypic.com/8e8yio5.jpg

first of all ... :lol: at the size of the indoor pool. i hope that's not all and there's more somewhere else.

secondly, i agree with OTR. Looks to me like Abraaj is just trying to buy time with the false hopes being given to the customers and 'snagging' scheduling. Pure BS.

Is this the actual air quality and usual smog-like view
from the marina towards the palm, or is it just the camera?
http://i3.tinypic.com/8e1pydd.jpg

Krazy - that is the pool. There is no more.

So once Carpetking and I are in, that's it - full.

Krazy - that is the pool. There is no more.

So once Carpetking and I are in, that's it - full.



:lol::lol::lol: :cheers:

Krazy - that is the pool. There is no more.

So once Carpetking and I are in, that's it - full.

:ohno:Too small for my long legs.

:ohno:Too small for my long legs.

Oh my, what a fantastic thought to commence such a cold day on. Thank you for that. MMMMMMMMM

:ohno:Too small for my long legs.

:okay: This is far more interesting than snagging reports.

Imre, can we get an update of the long legs? :lol:

:ohno:Too small for my long legs.

Oh well, maybe you can just dance by the pool instead.

Guys, stop talking about water, Its bloody cold here, I don,t wanna be wet.:cheers:

So are Abraj going to apologies to all who attended premature (seven months) snagging sessions for the money spent unnecessary due to their deviation from the truth?

At this stage surely they should be in a position to advise all owners of this development what the true status is on.

a) A true completion date.
b) What will replace the sun dial.
c) What will be in the adjacent plots.
d) What are the true maintenace fees per sq/ft when released in 2008.

I doubt it and the lies and false snagging dates will continue to frustrate all, and at no additional cost to Abraj.

What will be the next episode from this crowd will no doubt instigate many new posts to this thread.

I guess d) will be one of them?

Feb/March hand over max, Anybody willing to have a wager on this with me?
You may not have all the facilities100% but you will be able to get the keys by then.

I am very disappointed about the Sundial but having seen the building now, I still like it and it looks far better than most if not all the Emaar projects.

We know what is going next to Timeplace and I love the views of the Marina/tallest block and Sea from my unit, it is worth a fortune.

The Maintenance fees are AED 8 for the first year all in except for the Air Con. And it can increase only by a maximum of 10% (it is all in the contract) and confirmed recently by the developer.

Love the fact that it is an indoor swimming pool and the beach club will be yards away. I originally thought of selling it or renting it but the more I see it the more I like it and thinking of keeping it as a family holiday home.

I spent about three or four weeks looking through this and other sites and analysing many investments and found that this is on of the top two or three top investment in Dubai. When I have time, I will explain more.

Off to Dubai on the 25th and will report back with photos.

Now then, who is up for a swim in the Marina, all invited short and long legs:banana:

Abraj like most of the Developers in Dubai (if not all) absolutely suck and do not give a ****** about their customers but the fact remains that the building and location are absolutely fantastic and the investment has doubled. Bloody **** I started to sound like Morris, I better take some bills.

Did I mention before that I love Greece :)

http://i3.tinypic.com/8e1pydd.jpg

^^^^
Ok so this is a view of sorts but it really doesn’t do much for me. I think some of the so called "Sea Views" in Dubai are really over rated. The mere fact that you can see water from a Window or balcony doesn’t justify some of the premiums sellers/developers are demanding. It's not just the sight of water that constitutes a sea view (Ok by definition it is), it's the whole ambience surrounding the sea that makes a view breath taking.

I will now probably be shot down in flames but hey this my personal opinion and I am not singling out this particular picture, just using it as an example.

These are the kind of "Sea Views" I would consider paying a high premium for:

http://www.bookings.net/images/hotel/org/603/603905.jpg

http://www.st-barths.com/sea-view-realty/st_barts_harbour415x440bl.jpeg

http://www.mevagissey.net/cotts/mevator06.jpg

I hope you understand what I am trying to say, however I'll get my coat in case you don't :runaway:

your right

I hope you understand what I am trying to say, however I'll get my coat in case you don't :runaway:

I don't get your point, I am talking about something that I have and I like, not a wishful dream, the fact that I have it is good enough for me. What is your point? Why would you think that you would need the coat, everybody is entitle to have their say .

This is by far a much better investment than my other ones including the Torch which the worse I’ve made up to now.

Guys, stop talking about water, Its bloody cold here, I don,t wanna be wet.:cheers:


Naz.... is that you?

Naz.... is that you?

Please tell me it's not true after the thoughts I had this morning:lol:

Yep it's all gone quiet over here. This was a very sociable thread. Warnings from mods due to excessive chit chat in the past. What has gone wrong? Nothing for days...:ohno::ohno::ohno::ohno::nuts:

Is this exciting enough for you Kevan?

@anjam
Sorry guy, but I think you slightly missed the point on the view :nuts:
My apartment was sold with Full Marina View, not see view. The last is something quite nice at the moment which will disapear when all towers will have been build (at least of the 1BR). We were NOT sold the apartments with see view and I would have burst out for a laugh if someone would have tried.
The 3BR will still have a see view, small but blue water is visible :lol:


http://i16.tinypic.com/6k8fq0k.jpg

and sorry for the quality, it is the camera and not the hazy weather outside

It is not true that you will loose the sea view all together from the type 2B, you will have two areas one is a narrow gap and the other large gap over the bridge towards the Palm. Forget about the photos I have been on the balcony just like you and the views of the Marina and Sea/Palm are great. Far better than Botanica which I am paying over AED 1500/sqft for. :banana:

^^ did u invest in Botanica?

Agreed Mackie, but I would not call it any longer a see view with only a glims of blue visible...... however, yes some people would rent out their apartments advertising "partial see view".
:bash::bash::bash:

first of all ... :lol: at the size of the indoor pool. i hope that's not all and there's more somewhere else.

OMG I thought that was the hot tub :lol:

what is it with you men? a girl puts on a sexy animation, mentions the word long legs and you are all frothing at the bit! Jesus. Well done greek girl, the power us women have !

Having this being the first time ive invested in a tower block, do all the apartments get handed over at the same time, or is it in stages. Because if it 's when they are already i cant see that it will be feb or march , i think it will be more the summertime. I have bought another apartment in JLT where the stage of the constuction is way in front of timeplace, about 4 or five months i would say, and we still havnt been invited to snag it. And they are quoting feb or march for handover.Can anyone tell me what happens thanks

what is it with you men? a girl puts on a sexy animation, mentions the word long legs and you are all frothing at the bit! Jesus. Well done greek girl, the power us women have !


not all men are like that.. just the old married types :runaway:

thats sweet!.......... But they are!
Do you know if they handover apartments in sections, or is it all done altogether?

what is it with you men? a girl puts on a sexy animation, mentions the word long legs and you are all frothing at the bit! Jesus. Well done greek girl, the power us women have !

Come on Kaz, you were invited for the Marina swim, everybody was invited:lol:

not all men are like that.. just the old married types :runaway:

There is no need to talk about Kevan or True Blue in this Manner :lol:

what is it with you men? a girl puts on a sexy animation, mentions the word long legs and you are all frothing at the bit! Jesus. Well done greek girl, the power us women have !

You,re right magnet, I am too sexy for Time Place, I better stick to my hot Trident:kiss:

mackie,
I will be the first one in. you have my details, i thought we were going to meet out there anyway?

greekgirl,

Are you sure the nearest you've got to being greek is eating too many kebabs:lol:

OMG I thought that was the hot tub :lol:

Don't know what you laughing at Steve. It's nearly as big as the Torch's but for less than 1/3 of the number of people :lol:

mackie,
I will be the first one in. you have my details, i thought we were going to meet out there anyway?

Sure we will, just waiting for a couple of meetings to be confirmed and will be in touch.

great, looking forward to meeting fellow investors, albeit im sure they will all be men, wish there were more women in this business.
mackie can i ask you what is the problem with the torch, i read on singingpig that if a resale came up in the torch that would be the one to buy into, so what are the issues with it, karen

Three / four years delay and the money being tied up, other than that, great location and will be a great looking building and much better quality. Read through the torch thread especially the old one, it's a great laugh:)

There are many women investors over in Dubai I could introduce you to some but I doubt if you would like them, the money does weird things to some otherwise nice folks :)

I completley agree with you, and its a shame, there are only a few of us, whos success doesnt change the people we are. However I sometimes feel that I have keep my success to myself as I dont come into contact with people who think along the same lines as me. And it just becomes intimidating for your freinds etc, so it will be nice to meet up with like minded people, even if only is to justify to myself that there are other people out there like me who want the good things in life!

^^ Delay was a problem then but not now, Torch is a good investment to make now.

i am going to go onto the thread and read about it, thanks

great, looking forward to meeting fellow investors, albeit im sure they will all be men, wish there were more women in this business.

We can all wear kilts and wigs if that helps :dunno:

:lol:

Given the choice I would prefer a man's company any day of the week. women I find usual talk about the cost of washing powder, and whoever isnt in the room at the time. Not my bag. Much prefer having a laugh, and talking about business, and usually thats in male company not female. So dubai steve are you going to meet me. if you want to pm me your number i can call you when im there, and we can meet with some of the others, what do you think? mackie and myself and 2 others are all out there round about the same time.

Would love to meet up but I am working in the UK now not in lovely warm sunny Dubai till next spring. May be moving there in 2 years. :banana:

sorry, i just presumed you were out there, given your name, thats what we get for presumng!

You are not alone ..... and I was smiling about your comment on women and washing maschine powder cost :lol:
I am fulltime working woman and play golf. Can you imagine how odd it is playing with housewifes ....... almost as bad as with men (high handicaps :lol::lol::lol: ) because they have difficulties when beaten by a lady :banana::banana::banana:
Any keen golfer in TP ready for a matchplay ???

You are not alone ..... and I was smiling about your comment on women and washing maschine powder cost :lol:
I am fulltime working woman and play golf. Can you imagine how odd it is playing with housewifes ....... almost as bad as with men (high handicaps :lol::lol::lol: ) because they have difficulties when beaten by a lady :banana::banana::banana:
Any keen golfer in TP ready for a matchplay ???

Not now I've got the ironing to do!

mackie,
I will be the first one in. you have my details, i thought we were going to meet out there anyway?

greekgirl,

Are you sure the nearest you've got to being greek is eating too many kebabs:lol:

I am not into these ridiculously small and dry kebabs, I love my long and juicy sausages:lovethem:

You are not alone ..... and I was smiling about your comment on women and washing maschine powder cost :lol:
I am fulltime working woman and play golf. Can you imagine how odd it is playing with housewifes ....... almost as bad as with men (high handicaps :lol::lol::lol: ) because they have difficulties when beaten by a lady :banana::banana::banana:
Any keen golfer in TP ready for a matchplay ???

Sorry, got to wash and colour my hair :lol:

Do you still Tee 100yds ahead :banana:

I am not into these ridiculously small and dry kebabs, I love my long and juicy sausages:lovethem:


really... is that you Naz?

Im up for golf im 17 handicap. I show you womens lip and all that bollocks. :lol:

Nice one Mackie lad about the 100yds ahead......i nearly choked with laughter. I better go and do the washing up..:banana:

PM
Another female property investor here, I like the banter. I've bought 3 properties and still looking for more. There'll be some house warmings in the next few years.

Bloody H**, they are all coming out of the woods now.....With all the golf balls they have lost there:lol:

well thats 3 of us. I wouldnt include Greek Girl as 'she' is a bloke.Mind you I think its hilarious that he got all these men going. Can someone tell me who is out in Dubai from the 26th - 30th. I would like to meet anyone and everyone. I just hope to god that you men out there have got the balls to meet us women, and it isnt like a dating site where you all hide behind fake profiles!Pretending you are this and that. !!!! So if anyone would pm there mobille im going to purchase a dubai mobile when im out there and ill ring everyone up and try and get everyone together for a drink. Anyone up for it?
Cugenva, i have never played golf a,d i know its probabley crap for you to show someone else the ropes but if you dont mind me tagging along i'll try and hit the thing! But if its embarassing i understand that too. And as for you Mackie get your finger out and let me know when we are meeting! Bloody men!
Kevan, i pissed myself laughing when you said you were doing the ironing, what a tonic. A man with an iron in his hand? Come on? :)

At my age, pissing myself is an every day occurance..

so which apartment is yours then kevan? Are you a geordie then, you know what those geordie accents do for us women?

Bloody H**, they are all coming out of the woods now.....With all the golf balls they have lost there:lol:

:lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

A friend has just sent me these so I shall include them for all.
Yep, born on the banks of the Tyne and it is one of the most awful accents in the world.

16th floor.

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im on the 19th, are there anymore pics theres only one loaded.

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Carpetking - you are more than welcome to use them

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great stuff.Im going to take a load of pictures when i go out, i have a cracking camera, does anyone want any pictures taken of anything in particular?

OK!! Steady guys :lol:

Naz.... is that you?

What in God's name are you talking about? This is me.

multiple personalities.. multiple accounts.. just checking

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Thanks Imre for the pics and I was just going to say that Kevan, you posted quite old pics..... as when I was visiting my flat on Monday, the crane was already gone

Mackie, sorry to embarasse you...... but I play sometimes also from men's tee.... and am able to keep up :)

PM, if you really would like to try it, I would recommend to go for an introduction course.

Borolad, when we will be in Dubai at the same time, I will invite you as a guest to play a round at the Emirates and I would not give you more than 5 shots :banana: :banana: :banana:

when did this thread become so sexual? :lol:

everything is possible at Timeplace community :lol::lol::lol:

Thanks Imre for the brilliant pics !!!!

yes imre thanks a bunch, cant wait to see it for myself in a few days, karen

Ok, im sweating thinking about it.

im on the 19th, are there anymore pics theres only one loaded.

Hey, we're neighbours then...

I'm in Abu Dhabi and i'll b happy to meet every1 when in Dubai :cheers:

im over in a weeks time, if you forward me your cell phone i will call you and arrange something regards karen

Are they still gonna have the giant sundial at the top?

I saw yesterday , cladding almost reached the top but still no clock and I think without crane they will put just a small one there and maybe nothing..

They told me last week that there is definetively no sundial. When I asked whether there will be any other spire feature to keep the balance of the design...... well, they didn't know and aren't aware of anything. Does that not sound like real Dubai..... :bash:

There will be a clock to be seen from distance. However, IMO a final decision has not been made yet and that's why owners do not get any detailed information. As the handover will anyway not occur before spring..... they still have enough time. And even if the clock is not installed for handover..... it's Dubai...... :bash:

I asked whether the clock would be installted in the holes on the top, but they denied. Well, let's see whether this at least is finally correct information...... :nuts:

Speculations keep going ..... :lol::lol::lol: I am more interested to receive realistic information from the developer on the completion date..... but it's Dubai...... one has to make it's own assumptions

If I am amongst the shit stirrers when only relaying facts what can I say.

Anyway heres the advert just to show I was stating facts and not BS.
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from the today Gulfnews, they are advertising with November 2008 completion date.

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Nov 08, that's a good joke :lol::lol::lol:
I think this is a spelling mistake. Anyway, I have seen also "ready" somewhere :nuts:
Imre, don't you agree that completion dates in Golf News normally are wrong as nobody bothers to update the ads???

yes, most of adverts wrong there:)
just see the JLT, Vista Del Largo, Feb 2008 and there is just a big hole now:)

and Princess Tower , March 2009..

I Think this thread have opportunity advertising more then they other dubai marina thread ....?!! the giant sundial could be the reason ...above 2,000 posts !!!

This, I hear is being replaced with a Digital clock that will be visible from all sides and also to the residents in the Marina area.
Don't ask me how??

My freind Margaret called me from Dubai this morning. She has bought a 2 bed. The chap she met was very hostile towards her. Shes a pleasant person and managed to calm him down, and it came out the reason why he was hostile is because hes fed up of everyone complaining, she had an appointment to snag her apartment and basically he told her it was a waste of time, as it was nowhere near . He advised her to come back to dubai in february, and this was to snag , not handover. She rang me as she knows im going out next week, to advise me to cancel the flight. Why on earth have they got us there on false pretences. so handover i dont think will be until the summer.So she never even got to snag the aprtment, but she did say the builidng was in far bette shape than the last time she saw it. sorry guys.

I have followed this forum since it started as I was an owner in this project but I am so glad I got out of this development as the delay has caused me to change my personal situation for living in Dubai. Like all projects the last 10% takes the longest time to finish.

I had a 1 bedroom apartment but managed to sell before completion - I still got a decent return in the end - I may have got more if I held out but I anticipated there would be hassle to see it through completion and it looks my prediction is correct. Its a shame, I wanted to hold onto it but poor dealings with the developer throughout the whole project led me to take the action I took.

I just hope it does not get sour for the rest of the owners so good luck guys and gals.

He advised her to come back to dubai in february, and this was to snag , not handover. She rang me as she knows im going out next week, to advise me to cancel the flight. Why on earth have they got us there on false pretences.


I don't know how to say this but......




I told you so. :poke:

A digital clock??? I was really looking forward to the sundial

I think we were all looking forward to it..........It's the digital age so we might as well have a tacky digital clock.

I don't care how well designed or good it looks it's not a good alternative to the sundial

I have followed this forum since it started as I was an owner in this project but I am so glad I got out of this development as the delay has caused me to change my personal situation for living in Dubai. Like all projects the last 10% takes the longest time to finish.

I had a 1 bedroom apartment but managed to sell before completion - I still got a decent return in the end - I may have got more if I held out but I anticipated there would be hassle to see it through completion and it looks my prediction is correct. Its a shame, I wanted to hold onto it but poor dealings with the developer throughout the whole project led me to take the action I took.

I just hope it does not get sour for the rest of the owners so good luck guys and gals.

You have lost out there big time, 1 bedded room with the right view in this building is worth more than AED 1.4 mill.

Info I have recived from Abraj:

As we communicated earlier, we are making sure to finalize the clock to be if not equal a better option from the Sundial. It is taking time, yes because the companies involved in this new design are in Cyprus and Italy and we are waiting for the final illustration to reach us next week. It is taking time because we have rejected three designs so far since they were not up to expectations. Now we have reached the final revisions and we are expecting the final design.

Handover response
The final date is subject to the testing and commissioning that the authorities are doing and which are involving DEWA (Electricity and Water Authorities), the municipality, and the Civil defense. Their process started already and when we have more information and guidelines about the progress, we will inform you. Now the snagging of apartments is going on with customers very smoothly.

I don't know how to say this but......




I told you so. :poke:


Krazy dont start !!!!!!!:ohno:

I hate it when you are right :ohno:

Now the snagging of apartments is going on with customers very smoothly.[/QUOTE]


Yeah right

Exactly, because the customers don't call it SNAGGING visit anymore. If I would have started to list all items which needed fixing, I am not sure if 10 pages would have been enough. On top, no checking for electricity or water connection is possible, so why continuing calling it snagging visit :ohno::ohno::ohno: it's the same BS from every developer.....

Uppss, when I now read all the comments, it seems that suddenly, with my expected handover of March 2008....., I will move to the optimistic part of this thread :banana::banana::banana:

You have lost out there big time, 1 bedded room with the right view in this building is worth more than AED 1.4 mill.

You expect that, let's say in 1-2 years from now, when also the Marina is more towards finalisation and no major construction work ongoing near by?
There is still the 2CDE tower which will be under contruction for some time.... but of course this would only affect the noice level but not our view :nuts:

Looks like my so called snagging visit next week is going to be a complete waste of time and money, based on what I have read.... Unfortunately I only found out about the web site after I had booked my flights.....Im still waiting for Mazen from Abraj to confirm my appointment...Seems to be avoiding my emails...Im looking forward to meeting the irate man on site and also Mazen................Steve...

Welcome NS, but at least you will be able to walk around and see the current status...... and enjoy being in Dubai :)
I would love to be back..... it was quite a tough climate change from nice 25°C when boarding and -7°C when leaving the airplane :nuts::nuts::nuts:

^^welcome back to Europe cugeneva :)

You have lost out there big time, 1 bedded room with the right view in this building is worth more than AED 1.4 mill.

Dude, to avoid getting hounded about investments and getting up the nose of moderators - all I can say is you don't know how much I sold for and and also your valuation of the "market price" is exactly that, your valuation. I got I was happy with given all the circumstances.

"...opinions are like arseholes, eveyones got one..."

I'll second that..............its nearly funny enough to laugh at and as for the bull about DEWA dont tell me they are being held up by them the building is still a bloody mess with unfinished apartments and lobby and and ......

Now the snagging of apartments is going on with customers very smoothly.[/quote]


Yeah right
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easy now DjRaje...... note the name....'rage', well done with your sale but steady up fella.

it looks better and better and I think the clock not too important. I would put a nice spire on the top , thats all:)

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I agree Imre

Great shots,,,

Have they given the building a good clean on the outside or is it just the sunlight

Thank you Immi :hug:

:lovethem:

LOVING IT!!!!!!!!

thanks Imre.

[QUOTE=Imre;16657200]it looks better and better and I think the clock not too important. I would put a nice spire on the top , thats all:)

I agree Imre, I think that any one who can't see that this is a very good looking building is blind!!
I've been there today and i saw my apartment and I also had a quick look around the tower.
Honestly, it didn't look all that bad to me. Yes it needs a lot of cleaning, a missing tile here and there, but overall, it was ok..
Mind you, i've seen the same level of finishing in some already finished and handed over properties in the marina! So, give it time and i beleive it'll look so much better.

As for communal areas, the entrance is still on the decoration process and the pool is nearing completion. It's very small though for such a big tower.
I'd say they've still got a good 2-3 months of work to finish that one off.

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Kitchen
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Thanks for sharing the pictures Nell :):):)

greetings to Youssef.

Thanks Nell and Imre for the great pictures. As mentioned before I will be visiting next monday. And hopefully will take plenty of pickies... Thats if Im allowed to get to the 30th floor... If the electicity is not on yet it will be a good workout, up the stairs...
Any requests for pictures anyone???? Again if I'm allowed that is....
Regards.Steve...

I see my Pool is coming along nicely, what about the rest of you where are you planning to swim? Good job the Marina is right outside the door :nuts:

I am also on site on Monday :)

Kaz; Are you still going?

Imre; I will deliver you the Kiss from the GreekGirl personally very soon, be afraid, be very afraid :)

Cheers Nell :cheers:


This photo was taken in Dubai this week, Looking forward to eating there :lol:
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im still going mackie course i am cant wait, ive emailed you my number we shall see if you call, typical male i doubt if you will! so i will drink all my lattes in starbucks by myself!

oh dear. Whats happened to the footie. Southgate is on thin Ice me thinks by the sounds of the radio phone in.............at least Newc, Sund got hammered to . A sad day for the north East. F... time place for tonight. Hey steady up Karen your scaring the lads off..lol

oh dear, keep this site up to speed fellow owners/ members.
Thank you
Please if anyone is about in Dubai go and have a butchers at my place and take a couple of snaps it is only small should only take a min.....508 type D 5th floor
Ta Very in advance of all the nice peolpe.

The front is OK but the rear is a real eyesore when seen from SZR and it seams it will stay visible from there for long. :ohno:

BTW, why still 158 meters?

A few to keep you going until tomorrow, too tired but should get better photos tomorrow!

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It is very slow here so keep the faith, I have some more !!

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Who is standing on my Balkony ?

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Have you seen this guy having a leak, he was there for ages the dirty B******d.

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I will attempt to upload a couple of small videos now but if not you will have to wait until tomorrow, off to do a bit of sunbathing and watch my Torch friends from Marina hieght swimming pool area!

Will attempt to get better photos and videos tomorrow once I get some sleep :)

Mackie, thanks for the great pictures. Did you ask them why there are no windows in the fitness and pool area (towards the marina) anymore? I see the concrete wall, but it could have had windows (like in the brochure).

And will we have a coffee shop in the retail area or what are their plans for that?

Enjoy you time in Dubai.... it's going to snow here today :nuts:

Mackie, thanks for the great pictures. Did you ask them why there are no windows in the fitness and pool area (towards the marina) anymore? I see the concrete wall, but it could have had windows (like in the brochure).

And will we have a coffee shop in the retail area or what are their plans for that?

Enjoy you time in Dubai.... it's going to snow here today :nuts:

I have just arrived but I will be visiting site tomorrow at 10AM and will ask all kind of Q's. I just had a walk and a coffee :)

It is too hot here today, I could do with 1 hour in the snow and then back here :)

Excellent, enjoy the sun.
When I asked them about the windows, they told me the area is below the marina level. But when looking at you pics, this is B...... S as the retail area should be on the same level.

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Thanks for the great pictures mackie :cheers:can you ask them why we have no
windows at the pool level ?

Timeplace looks better and better,i like the Tower and all the neighbours :):):)

View My Video (http://tinypic.com/player.php?v=8f10k1x&s=1)

Will try better tomorrow with a Video Camera not the phone :)

Will Load some quick Photos then go to enjoy some sun, the full report later tonight......................Yes I need a drink or two :bash::bash:

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Great updates. Just need one of interiors now.

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Got loads more but will have to wait for tonight, too slow here.

"Will Load some quick Photos then go to enjoy some sun, the full report later tonight......................Yes I need a drink or two"

Sounds ominous - I see one photograph of one clean corridoor.... pity about the rest. I think the potential is FAB, but can they deliver?

"Mackie-Imre-1964" praise indeed. The photographs are excellent. R you renting in Marina Heights this week or do you own?

Many thanks Mackie1964 for the great pictures :bow::bow::bow::bow:

Kevan / CarpetKing;

Can you send me a test email, I will send you some photos and videos to post, this is very painfull and I have to go and meet a few friends. Have not manage to meet Imre yet, we meet tomorrow:)

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Mackie what does you mean (testmail) ? i have send you an e-mail yesterday :)

please send to : info@timeplacetower-dubai.com

thank you :cheers:

Great pictures! and good progress. Congratulations guys, the location and views are excellent. :cheers:

Sent one to your personal e-mail _ Kevan

Email is even slower :bash:

Here is some more

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Have today recieved an e-mail from Mazen, stating handover expected end of january 2008, then 3weeks after that the dubai municipality have done their checks, so light at end of tunnel getting closer.... Do i believe it????????? lets hope anyway.


MACKIE, your photos looking good, how many apartments did you visit as i noted different kitchens

Chippy, what kind of handover was he referring to? The one from the developer?? Remember, Abraj needs first the certificate of completeness from the developer before DEWA connection will be made..... and DEWA is currently running late in all developments..... a nice way to control the market to avoid oversupply :ohno:

Mackie, did you ask about the lack of windows in fitness and pool area?

DEWA are not going to connect into TP till mid Janaury....

It seems that the new tram line will go over the new bridge just next to Bayside residence. This means that we at TP do not need even to walk to the Metro station or JBR but can use the tram :banana::banana::banana:

Location location location..... are we ever going to sell our properties :)

Sorry I have not been able to spend more time, I have answers to some of the questions and my own real assessment, give me a day to get all of the meetings ....etc out of the way and I will let you know more details.



dewa Connection should be much earlier than Mission has stated, they have already been on site to inspect and asked Abraj to modify some infrastructure which I am told has been carried out already and they should be back to site next week or week after if you believe their consultant. (After meeting many consultants here in Dubai, I have decided along with my business partner to drop consultant from our profile, I would rather be called a dick head rather than be in the same club as these W*****rs, sorry ladies). Will be back soon with some more, sorry for the s[pelling I have not looked at the screen :). Thanks for the tip CU will do it.

Well done mate let us all know the story.
Cheers

top man

dewa Connection should be much earlier than Mission has stated


Hi Mackie

I hope you are having a good trip...

I got a e-mail from Saad the MD who told me when it was going to happen.

just 2 pics , Mackie will post more, I think:)


28/November/2007

Time Place

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Imre you naughty Boy, Have you been climbing places you should not have done :lol::lol::lol::lol:

She is still angry you know :lol::lol::lol:

I have to go up and see her again............:lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:

you are lucky because you will leave the site tomorrow:)

She is coming to get you, don't worry the dog she has is only so tiny.....:lol:

I even tried to be nice to her dog but she wasn't having it. The dog is also angry :lol:

Do you think an offer of a nice drink at Bar 44 would do?

I offered to buy her a drink and she was nice about it, you are back in the clear. You need to come and visit Abu Dahbi and Al Ain, some fantastic photos to be had here. :)

Today I managed to get into Most of your apartments before travelling to Abu Dhabi(people who asked me including Borolad and Alyioo) and I have some photos and videos of a few of them, Can't load or email them, too slow will have to wait until Sunday. Sorry to the guys at Abu Dhabi I can't meet this time as promised, I have to return to Dubai straight after my meetings.

dewa Connection should be much earlier than Mission has stated
I got a e-mail from Saad the MD who told me when it was going to happen.
Here's an email a few of us got yesterday from Deirdre of SPHERE complete homes who is doing our snagging.
Yet again, there appear to be mixed messages with respect to DEWA connection.
One contact is saying DEWA connection in 1 week, the other is saying mid Jan:dunno:

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Dear All

For your reference:

I am so sorry to be the bearer of bad news but as yet the Municipality has not approved the DEWA connections for Time Place (ie utilities). The connections are expected to be active in 1 week but this is not guaranteed. From my perspective, there is really no point in undertaking the snag inspections as scheduled for commencement on 3rd December, as they would be incomplete.

I have therefore arranged to meet with Mazen, of Abraj, at the site on 3rd Dec to view the status of some of the properties – at this time, I will take some photos for your reference. However, kindly note, I will not conduct any individual snag inspections until I am in a position to complete a full inspection on each property. As mentioned before, only those properties below the 20th floor will be ready for inspection at this time. Properties higher than the 20th floor are still under construction so it’s a case of ‘watch this space’….

Should you have any issues pertaining to these delays, kindly contact Abraj directly! I am merely the messenger in this instance.

With best regards, Dee

Deirdre McCarthy-Betzold

SPHERE complete homes

I Actually met with this nice lady and we suggested to her based on my two/three visits to site to hold back and we agreed that there was no point until Power and water are connected. She has quite a few units to snag at Timeplace. She seem to know her stuff and been here for 15 years and have few properties herself so I expect excellent service.

If your property is between the 1st and 16th floor, once Dewa carried out final connection, I can not see any reason to why Snagging can't take place.

Quality is not perfect by any means but all issues can be resolved if we all take the correct position of not accepting your unit until it is 100% to your satisfaction and that includes common areas.

I have actually spoken to one of the DEWA Engineers that was parking his car near Timeplace and he confirmed the story that I was told on site, which is once they carry out the requested modifications, he will be back to do final connection.

I was extremely angry during my first visit and I let them know believe me, they called one of their so called consultants to site to speak to about all issues. I have since chilled out a little having been to too many other developments in Dubai Marina, Palm, JLT & others. Believe it or not Cold Crest views 1 at JLT is one of the best I have seen for Dubai.

Location and views are extremely nice and once the construction around finishes, this is going to be one of the best places to live so for all the Timeplacers and in general, you have done extremely well but we will have to ensure that we get the final finish right and rectify all issues before accepting our units.

@ Carpetking;
Be nice to Mazen, he said he is trying his best and he is only the messenger and trying to get a microwave for everybody as a compensation, I told him where to stick his microwave :lol: I say give him hell :lol:

The Pilipino Safety officer has long gone and as for the new guy, if he knows anything about safety I must be King Richard. IN general I am wondering how the people I meet in Dubai manage to build these sky scrapers, there must be some clever guys some where but in my last few visits to Dubai I am yet to meet any of them :)

I told them to stop having a leak in all of our Baths the dirty B********ds, the smell was becoming unbearable. Last visit was much better. :ohno:

Coming soon some more photos and Videos upon my return to the UK on Sunday or Monday.

Depending on your floor level, hand over could be between Feb/March to June/July with the lower ones being the earliest. Alyioo; you can forget your Penthouse for a while, sorry :)

They have moved the pool to the basement and the Architect needs to be shot immediately to stop him making any more fatal errors. The ramp / slope along the side of the building prevent them from adding the windows in part, it can be done still tastefully in part but they choose not to. They Gymm is the same and will be too dark and you will have to be really bad to be send down there to workout in the dungeon.

Believe it or not Cold Crest views 1 at JLT is one of the best I have seen for Dubai.


thanks Mackie:)

:nocrook:

what about the girl , she is hot?:)

Thanks for your effort Mackie :)

what girl you mean Imre ? the snagging queen ??

not, she is from the penthouse of the MH:)

She is not just hot, she is extremely rich.....Just your type of Girl Imre :banana:

Any way let us load some to keep you going. I stayed at a house of a friend in Abu Dhabi last night.....Wow, I never knew such Luxury existed, forget about Burj El Arab and the Plaza.........wow. Lucky ****************. He would not let me take some photos.

Back to reality, here is some from Timeplace:

The Gymm/ Dungeon, the pool and the kids pool

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Just a teaser for you know who :lol:
You will have to wait until Sunday

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Many thanks Mackie for you nice update and your estimation of handover dates perfectly fits with my expectation based on my visit in Dubai earlier this month. :banana::banana::banana:

Isn't it terrible that they changed the plans and missed out the windows. I personally think that putting in small windows would be MUCH better than nothing. But I guess, there is no way to let them change their minds ..... :bash::bash::bash:

Mackie ta mate very kind.

Mackie ta mate very kind.

Here is a video of your apartment, despite your bad taste in football :lol: Taken yesterday 11:45 AM

View My Video (http://tinypic.com/player.php?v=6t0rhhx&s=1)

more photos and videos coming soon for others.

Kevan / Carpetking, I did not get any of your emails!!!!

@Mackie

do you have a new e-mail adress ?

I am in Al Ain today, does anybody live near by and wants to meet tonight, I meet with somepeople until 10 and free after that. I head for the Dubai Airport at 5 AM

My email is the same but maybe it has been Auto downloading while I am away.

Have a good flight tomorrow :)

cheers

Frank

Well mucker your born a Boro fan you dont get to pick your team like some but im happy about that.................umm or am I lol , 6 pointer today with Reading so bring it on i have my hankies ready.

Thanks Mackie for the Video it looks alright the bedroom is a good size .
Cheers

Hi All,
Can anyone tell me how to change my posting rules, so that I can send photo attachments,,
Is it something like ...Http:/ .........

Script prompt = URL of my image


Bit unsure ??? Thanks Steve...

Hi All,
Can anyone tell me how to change my posting rules, so that I can send photo attachments,,
Is it something like ...Http:/ .........

Script prompt = URL of my image


Bit unsure ??? Thanks Steve...

Steve You don't need to attach anything.

"Post reply" allows the submission of photographs. Post the photos on www.tinypic.com or similar, then you get an image URL.
Back in your post reply, click on the yellow box with a mountain on it (4th from right on the toolbar) and include the refence number of your Tiny post. Then submit reply. If you are struggling give me a private message and I shall supply you with my e-mail address and I will post them for you.

Kevan (How far North are you?)

http://http://i16.tinypic.com/6xr7xcl.jpgHi Kevan,
Just trying your instuctions ......see what happens .... Just found the map of the Metro routes and the yellow rout goes past TP ...How good is that....

Im in Euxton Near Preston... is that north enough for you???
Thanks for the info Regards ... Steve...

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Try again..regards.. Steve

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Just try these two pickies from last thursday

Will send more when I get the hang of sending them
Steve....

Hi All ,
From my previous pickies, the guys working on the hoists were water pressure cleaning the building from top to bottom, as you can see from the stains it needed it
Regards,
Steve....

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Hi all,
Imre or Mackie, do either of you know if this plot of land on the opposite bank to Timeplace is going to be built on, the one in the dip right next to the marina edge where the blue cabin is???? I hope not as this would impair views for the residents facing the new bridge..... Thanks Regards, Steve....

Mackie ...was nice to meet you in Dubai...shame we didnt have more time for a drink,,, maybe next time.... Steve..

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Hi All,
Picture shows the view from the 30th floor , as you can see a great view,
but still lots of work to complete the higher floors....

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Not the best night time shot

Hi All,
Additional from my earlier request about a plot a land opposite TP, I have attached the plot map,,,Can anyone help with information...Cheers Steve..
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i thought at the moment there were no towers released for those plots... i can be wrong

Here we go, I will upload as many as I can through the day. Got to earn some more brownie points, ran out already for this year :)

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Yes Great to meet you and your Wife/Partner too Steve, Sorry did not get the time to come for the drink with too much to do, I am sure there will be many other opportunities :) Will answer your questions shortly.

The views from our balcony on 21st floor:

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The Abraj Owner’s Villa (AL Rajhi I think)

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I know it's late, I also know it's still a mess, I know they tell us anything, I also know that I have my "Time Place Rose Coloured Specs" on, but I have just watched Mackie's video and I am excited again. It's a much better feeling rather than depression.

Hi All,
Additional from my earlier request about a plot a land opposite TP, I have attached the plot map,,,Can anyone help with information...Cheers Steve..
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not sure, I just heard about that those plots owner is the Diamond Investments, so Marina Diamonds maybe:)

^^Wasn't Al Fanar tower going there, or was this just a rumor?
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showpost.php?p=15819895&postcount=1606
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then one Diamond , one Al Fanar:)

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Well having visited Dubai last week, and visiting Timeplace, me personally am very disappointed. The quality isnt there unfortunateley. We have all been let down, The swimming pool has been built on the ground floor now instead of the podium level as shown in the brochures, therefore no windows. The finish isnt that good. I have bought another apartment in JLT which is almost ready for handover and is far better spec than timeplace. I just hope that they can pull it together. There was just stupid little things, that if they had changed it would of made a far better job,the tiles in the bathrooms are gross, and went out of fashion thirty years ago, the appliances are unbranded and will probabely blow up when you start using them, nothing is covered up , anywhere, so there will only be more and more damage.Doors dont close, kitchens havnt been fitted properly, the granite is the crapiest quality ive ever seen in my life. However it is in a great spot, and this development is months and months away from completion, i think it will be around june or july or even later.Dont bank on handover before then, theres no chance.Met the engineer, what a joke he was, there wasnt any kind of authority or organisation, workers sleeping on the job, it was a disgrace.There is one electric socket in the kitchen,and its a single one. with the exception of the floor mounted one for the fridge, what on earth are you meant to do with one socket?

Well having visited Dubai last week, and visiting Timeplace, me personally am very disappointed. The quality isnt there unfortunateley. We have all been let down, The swimming pool has been built on the ground floor now instead of the podium level as shown in the brochures, therefore no windows. The finish isnt that good. I have bought another apartment in JLT which is almost ready for handover and is far better spec than timeplace. I just hope that they can pull it together. There was just stupid little things, that if they had changed it would of made a far better job,the tiles in the bathrooms are gross, and went out of fashion thirty years ago, the appliances are unbranded and will probabely blow up when you start using them, nothing is covered up , anywhere, so there will only be more and more damage.Doors dont close, kitchens havnt been fitted properly, the granite is the crapiest quality ive ever seen in my life. However it is in a great spot, and this development is months and months away from completion, i think it will be around june or july or even later.Dont bank on handover before then, theres no chance.Met the engineer, what a joke he was, there wasnt any kind of authority or organisation, workers sleeping on the job, it was a disgrace.There is one electric socket in the kitchen,and its a single one. with the exception of the floor mounted one for the fridge, what on earth are you meant to do with one socket?

Bad flight was it or did we get out of the wrong side of the bed. Some valid points but it is not all that bad, seen much worse in Dubai (including Emaar properties). It can all be fixed as long as we stick to accepting completed properties. :cheers:

If Carpetking decide to have a party without inviting me, I know which breaker to disconnect :lol:

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From Borolad’s Balcony:

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Small switchroom for every floor, main switch gear outside in a stand-alone switchroom.

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Photos from Floors 5 and 16:

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33rd floor, sorry Aliyoooooo; Talking about sleeping on the Job, hope you are charging rent :)
I think they find it better sleep than at the Camp !!

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posted by Mackie :If Carpetking decide to have a party without inviting me, I know which breaker to disconnect


Mackie.....you are invited :cheers:

and thanks for the beautiful videos and pictures i think my dream comes true !

the lobby looks great and the kitchen looks good for me,hope we get our keys
in Jan. 2008

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Mackie.....you are invited :cheers:

and thanks for the beautiful videos and pictures i think my dream comes true !

the lobby looks great and the kitchen looks good for me,hope we get our keys
in Jan. 2008

The best Video will be in a couple of days

33rd floor, sorry!!

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That's all for Today, Enjoy :)

im sure there are a lot worse in dubai, but none of us should get bad workmanship, and they have let us dowm mackie, no sundial, the swimming pool, the finish in general, however its in a great place close to the tram and the metro.I just hope they can get the downstairs right, i;ll work on my own apartment to get that upto scratch, i left a message for you saying thanks for everything i hope you got it. And didnt have bad flight i was just saying as i saw it.:ohno:

^^No, haven't checked my phone but you are welcome.....Aaaaaaaaaaah :lol:

Thanks Mackie for the great neighborhood shots as well!!!!!

Well having visited Dubai last week, and visiting Timeplace, me personally am very disappointed. The quality isnt there unfortunateley. We have all been let down, The swimming pool has been built on the ground floor now instead of the podium level as shown in the brochures, therefore no windows. The finish isnt that good. I have bought another apartment in JLT which is almost ready for handover and is far better spec than timeplace. I just hope that they can pull it together. There was just stupid little things, that if they had changed it would of made a far better job,the tiles in the bathrooms are gross, and went out of fashion thirty years ago, the appliances are unbranded and will probabely blow up when you start using them, nothing is covered up , anywhere, so there will only be more and more damage.Doors dont close, kitchens havnt been fitted properly, the granite is the crapiest quality ive ever seen in my life. However it is in a great spot, and this development is months and months away from completion, i think it will be around june or july or even later.Dont bank on handover before then, theres no chance.Met the engineer, what a joke he was, there wasnt any kind of authority or organisation, workers sleeping on the job, it was a disgrace.There is one electric socket in the kitchen,and its a single one. with the exception of the floor mounted one for the fridge, what on earth are you meant to do with one socket?
Property magnet steady up now take it in your stride your a business lady , we don't pay until snagging is done and satisfactory. Some valid points I see with the One socket now that is nearly strange enough to laugh about and I must point out to the lady doing the snagging .....eventually that it needs resolving i.e more sockets.

Hi Karen AKA Property Magnet,

Was very nice to meet you ...hope you had a good stay. and got most of your meetings / shopping completed... Regarding your comments... good one about the socket,,, But going back to square one having bought off plan,, its very difficult at that stage to get an angle on 'quality of finish' when written down tiles are tiles.... I agree they are not the best quality., but like you say, you can upgrade them to your particular standard...like all things in the apartment..... But overall it will be a good starting point...

Speak to you soon.. Wish we were back in Dubai... the weather here is atrocious

Thanks again Mackie for some great photo's Steve.....

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enjoy ...Steve...

PM have you noticed that the place for the socket of the fridge is wrongly placed as well? At least for Type 2B, the socket is on the right wall instead of the back (wall to living room). This makes it VERY tight to fit in a normally sized fridge..... because of the granit overlapping the cupboards.....:ohno::ohno::ohno:

Furthermore, I asked how I could fit a dishwasher and was told next to the oven I could remove a cupboard and fit the dishwasher. I asked about water connection and was told it is there???? However, why am I suspicious??? Don't really believe this statement. Mackie, do you have plans to check??

Perhaps an opportunity for someone with some experience of the kitchen trade to open a branch in the Marina...

Perhaps an opportunity for someone with some experience of the kitchen trade to open a branch in the Marina...
Funny Kevan very funny..!
Lol
gis a job I can do that .
Name the TV programme and character .

Yossa - Boys from the Black Stuff ??

Apartment type 2B from Macina brochure

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maybe i see things with more of a critical eye because kitchens and bathrooms is the business im in, but also i had another finished apartment to compare it too, one with ample sockets, speaker cables, and even a compartment in the floor that you opened up which had electric sockets and aerial sockets in etc, and they were miles apart. I just hope that they get the podium and ground floor area right, because if they do do it correctly it will look fab. Steve i know i said i would change things to bring it to the standard i want but we shouldnt have too, it should be adequate to start with. We've been lied to by abraj, the issue with the sundial i think is a massive one, thats why i bought the apartment in the first place. The marina heights tower i stayed in on the last night, now that was quality, and timeplace doesnt even come close to that apartment block , and its a damn shame, but im only saying things as i see it, whats the point in pretending otherwise? However i think the outside of the building looks really good, at least it has a different shape to a lot of them, and i think we will get good money in rent without a doubt as it is in a prime location, its upto us now as individuals to get our apartments in top notch condition so we can get a good rent. It will only take a few tweaking bits here and there , it wont cost the earth.One single socket in the kitchen, how on earth can they justify that.Cugewneva, i dont know about you but the sink unit in my apartment was a 800 base, you will not get a dishwasher in there, as the minimum size for a sink unit requires 500, and a slimline dishwasher is 450mm , a full size is 600, so im afraid there isnt enough room, not in mine anyway. Hope this helps

Hi Carpet king,
It would be fantastic if my 2b apartment was like the picture, but its not, In the picture there is wooden flooring ,not tiles, there is a separate door,to the balcony, which there is'nt. the size looks a lot bigger that actual... The coving is different also...The picture maybe a 2b Lower apartment... Can someone confirm this...Thanks Steve...