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NEW YORK She met Ghislaine Maxwell while eating ice cream with her friends at a summer arts camp in Michigan.

At 14, Jane had just suffered the loss of her father; her family had also lost their home. They moved into a small pool house in Palm Beach, Florida. They were struggling financially, and Janes mother was unavailable, lost in her own mental anguish.

That was when Maxwell introduced Jane that summer to Jeffrey Epstein, a wealthy financier who had built a chalet at the Interlochen Center for Arts, where he had studied music as a kid growing up in Brooklyn.

From that chance meeting two decades ago, Janes life would turn into a nightmare that would last for years, according to federal prosecutors.

Jane who is using a pseudonym to protect her privacy took the witness stand Tuesday in Manhattan federal court in Maxwells sex-trafficking trial, testifying that the British socialite both participated in and facilitated Janes sexual abuse, starting when Jane was 14.

Epstein promised to help Jane and her mother, she said. He paid for Janes voice lessons and later, sent her to a prestigious performing arts school in New York. He bought her clothes, she added, and told her he would use his connections in the entertainment world to help her become a singer and actress.

I can make things happen you just have to be ready for it, Epstein said one day, as he took her by the hand at his Palm Beach mansion, led her into a poolside cabana, then dropped his pants. He pulled her on top of him as he masturbated, she testified.

I was frozen in fear, she said, wiping tears from her eyes with a tissue. I had never seen a penis before I was terrified and felt gross and ashamed.

She testified she was afraid to tell her mother, who suffered from depression and was encouraging Jane to take advantage of Epstein and Maxwells generosity.

She was enamored with the idea that these wealthy, affluent people took an interest in me, she told the jury.

From then on, Maxwell and other Epstein assistants would help arrange Janes transportation to his Palm Beach home every 10 days or so, and later Jane made trips on Epsteins private plane to his other homes in New York and New Mexico.

I just felt my heart sinking into my stomach, she said, her voice cracking, when recalling how she was summoned into Epsteins bedroom for sex when she was 15 and staying in a guest room at his New Mexico ranch.

After that particular trip, Jane was scheduled to fly home to return to school on a Monday. But because she was 15 and had no drivers license or other identification she couldnt get on the plane, she said. She called Maxwell in a panic, and it was Maxwell who helped her get on a plane to fly home, Jane said.

The most painful testimony came when Jane described in excruciating detail how Epstein forced sex upon her, even when it was painful.

The abuse soon devolved into orgies, with Maxwell and other young women, on almost a regular basis, Jane testified. Epstein would have intercourse with her while Maxwell fondled her.

Jane said it happened so often that it became almost routine.

Where did you touch his body? prosecutor Alison Moe asked.

Ev..verywhere, Jane said, choking back tears.

Jane finally told a school guidance counselor about the abuse and later, her brothers and sister but she never told authorities. It continued until she was 18, she said.

Initially, I felt special. I didnt have anyone to look out for me, she said.

But the false sense of security she felt with Epstein and Maxwell gave way to low self-esteem and fear. At one point she contemplated harming herself.

But she escaped after landing a role in a television show and moved to Los Angeles. Epstein continued to call her, and she continued to travel with him from time to time until she was 22, when she fell in love and got engaged.

Jane stopped returning his calls, and Epstein became angry, calling her ungrateful and threatening to cut off her mother, who had been allowed to live in one of his New York apartments.

Moe kept turning Janes recollections back to Maxwell in an effort to emphasize her role in facilitating the sexual encounters.

The witness testified that Maxwell would often lead her to the massage room, and that both Maxwell and Epstein would direct her to do sexualized massages.

But Jane couldnt recall how many times Maxwell participated in the abuse or how often she helped set it up.

She was foggy on dates, and admitted that there were more times that Epstein abused her than Maxwell did.

Jane the first of four victims scheduled to testify in the case also related that she filed a civil lawsuit against Maxwell after Epsteins death and received a $5 million settlement in exchange for dropping the suit.

Maxwells lawyer, Laura Menninger, was far from sympathetic after hearing Janes story.

You waited 20 years before you reported it? Menninger scoffed.

Jane explained that she never went to authorities because she didnt want to relive the trauma she experienced and feared it would become public and harm her career. She didnt talk to the FBI until 2019, when prosecutors in the Southern District of New York began investigating Epstein, and arrested him on sex-trafficking charges in July of that year.

Epstein died a month later; his death in his New York jail cell was ruled a suicide by hanging.

The FBI continued to investigate the case, and Maxwell was indicted on sex charges in July 2020.

Menninger continues her cross-examination Wednesday. Three other victims are scheduled to testify against Maxwell during the trial, which is expected to last as long as six weeks.

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Come home to your spectacular abode in the lovely Easterling Estates! Bask in country ambiance just minutes from outstanding schools, retail and medical facilities. Nestled on 1.74 acres, this immaculately maintained home offers a picturesque setting with myriad exquisite features: Enter a light-filled, open concept great room and kitchen enhanced with granite countertops, eating bar, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, breakfast nook and large pantry. The split bedroom plan includes 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths and large media room w/half bath. The master suite offers a large open closet, beautiful spa with separate vanities, a makeup vanity, walk-in shower and jetted tub. The shared full bath between two guest bedrooms offers a jetted tub as well! The enormous covered back porch offers multiple outdoor areas for entertaining, featuring a wood burning fireplace, dining space, summer kitchen, refrigerator, smoker and more all located beside the elegantly landscaped firepit for sipping cider with your smores on crisp autumn evenings with family and friends THEN theres the ultimate man cave / garage / workshop! A 30' x 40' fully insulated metal building with room-a-plenty for cars, storage, work projects and so much more Youll especially love the comforts of electricity, heating, cooling, a concrete slab, loft for storage... Believe it when you see it! Easy to show Come on over!

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There are so many great places to live in Dallas that it helps to have an expert on your side. The Neighborhood Guide presented by Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty gives you insider access from the agents who live and work there, providing in-the-know info about your possible new community.

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Drive around Preston Hollow and youll see homes by renowned architects like Edward Durell Stone and Frank Lloyd Wright, as well as two of the most architecturally significant homes in Dallas: the Richard Meier-designed Rachofsky House on Preston Road and the Philip Johnson estate on Strait Lane.

"I've been working in Preston Hollow for my entire career," says real estate agentFaisal Halum. "I love representing the diverse architecture styles of homes in the Preston Hollow area. I'm drawn to modern architecture, but I love that every architecture style is found in this neighborhood there is something for everyone."

Halum, who is ranked the No. 1 residential resale agent in Texas by Real Trends, can easily put together a dream outing in Preston Hollow.

"NorthPark Center has a world-class art collection that always changes and surprises!" he says. "Combine this with Eataly and a movie, and you have the perfect date night. Plus, the convenience of having an Equinox gym at Hillcrest Road and Northwest Highway is the ultimate neighborhood perk."

Halum offered up a few more of his personal favorites about life in Preston Hollow. Here's his guide to the area:

Where to eat & drink"I love Il Bracco in Preston Center," he says. "You can grab a seat at the bar and enjoy a fresh pasta dish and a cocktail. I also love R&D Kitchen for a casual spot to pop in and meet a friend for a drink."

Where to play"Families love Preston Hollow Park," Halum says. "It's a beautiful spot in the middle of the neighborhood that's perfect for enjoying some fresh air and relaxing with your kids or pets."

Where to live"Preston Hollow offers architecture styles and estate sizes for everyone, which means I can help families find the perfect home to suit their needs," says Halum. "That may be a French-inspired estate that sits on acreage or a midcentury modern ranch-style home with an expansive backyard. Or there may be a modern lover who is looking for the perfect backdrop for their art collection. The beauty is that all of these homes coexist together on tree-lined streets in the middle of the bustling city, just minutes from major shopping and dining destinations."

10210 Strait Ln., a former listing of Halum's, is the rarest of them all. This Philip Johnson masterpiece has seen galas and gowns, a president and first lady, a rock concert, fashion shows down the double staircase, and a ballet performance on the lawn and has been celebrated in books, Vogue, and The New York Times.

Built in 1964 and exquisitely updated in 2008, the light-filled house boasts elegant living spaces, a unique dining room with an arched canopy, six bedrooms, seven full baths, and four half baths. The propertys nearly seven acres comprise a media house, modernist cabana, pool, and tennis court.

Halum's other significant sales include 5243 Park Ln., 10240 Gaywood Rd.,4686 Meadowood Rd.,6315 Northwood Rd., and4307 Beechwood Ln.

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Faisal Halum works and plays in Preston Hollow. For more information on buying and selling a home in the area, click here, email fhalum@briggsfreeman.com, or call 214-240-2575.

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INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Thompson Thrift Residential, a wholly-owned affiliate of Indianapolis-basedThompson Thriftand one of the nation's leading multifamily developers, announced today the new development of Slate at Fishers District, a 242-unit, luxury, single family build-for-rent community in the Indianapolis suburb of Fishers. Construction is expected to begin today, and Thompson Thrift plans to begin welcoming residents in the first quarter of 2023.

"We continue to see demand from renters that want the maintenance-free benefits and amenities of traditional apartments with the space and comforts of single-family homes," said Eric Wojak, vice president of development, luxury leased homes. "With its location in the highly rated Hamilton Southeastern School District and its proximity to excellent employment, and the retail and dining options at Fishers District, we expect leasing interest at the Slate development to be robust."

Sitting on approximately 25 acres in the southeast quadrant of I-69 and 116th Street, Slate at Fishers District will consist of one-, two- and three-bedroom villas, along with three- and four-bedroom townhomes, all in a modern farmhouse style. The residences will average 1,215 square feet and will feature premium amenities such as gourmet bar-kitchens with quartz countertops; stainless steel appliances; 10-foot ceilings with designer light fixtures; walk-in closets with custom wood shelving; full-size washers and dryers, smart home technology, and much more. Additionally, residents will enjoy a professionally decorated clubhouse, 24-hour fitness center, resort style swimming pool with cabanas and bark parks and doggie spas.

Brian Timberman, president of Thompson Thrift Construction, stated, "We look forward to commencing construction and working with our residential team to deliver another innovative and aesthetically pleasing community to the city of Fishers."

Residents of Slate at Fishers District will have easy access to the I-465 loop and downtown Indianapolis. Additionally, Slate at Fishers District is located just south of a Topgolf sports entertainment facility and adjacent to Fishers District, a mixed-use development with a heavy culinary focus and 110,000 square feet of retail space. As part of the project, a public linear park, including a paved trail, will be constructed, providing the entire community with direct pedestrian and bike access to Fishers District.

Indianapolis has seen continuous growth over the last decade with Hamilton County, where Fishers resides, being the fastest growing county in Indiana. In addition to being named one of the best places to live in the U.S. by Money magazine, Forbes recently named Indianapolis as the sixth best city for jobs in America, and Fast Company declared the city the seventh best for tech jobs.

Slate at Fishers District is just one of several Thompson Thrift Residential properties located throughout the state of Indiana and will be Thompson Thrift's fourth development in Fishers. Since 2008, Thompson Thrift has made a name for itself by being one of the few developers to build Class A residential communities in markets across the country with a variety of products including both conventional apartment and single family build-for-rent communities. The company recently earned the distinction of being named one of GlobeSt. Real Estate Forum's Influencers of Multifamily Real Estate for 2021.

About Thompson Thrift Real Estate Company

Thompson Thrift is an integrated full-service real estate company with offices in Indianapolis and Terre Haute, Ind., Houston, Texas, and Phoenix, Arizona. Three business units drive Thompson Thrift's successThompson Thrift Residential which is focused on upscale multifamily communities and luxury leased homes, Thompson Thrift Retail Group which is focused on ground-up commercial development, and Thompson Thrift Construction, a full-service construction company. Through these business units, Thompson Thrift is engaged in all aspects of acquisition, development, construction, leasing, and management of quality multifamily, mixed-use, retail and commercial projects across the country. We are passionate about our customer's success and strive to ensure our projects not only meet the needs of our customers but also the communities we serve. For more information, please visit http://www.thompsonthrift.com.

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Auberge Resorts Collection, a portfolio of award-winning hotels, resorts and residences, today announces plans for a new coastal escape in South Carolina with The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection. Located along the Charleston coastline in the waterfront community of Kiawah River, the property offers 2,000 acres of picturesque land with 20 miles of riverfront, scenic nature trails and abundant marshlands set amongst native flora and fauna. With the groundbreaking planned for January 2022, The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection, will be a charming, family-friendly getaway that invites guests to take in the simple pleasures of an authentic sea island lifestyle upon its opening in 2024.

With a commitment to quality and sustainability, The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection was thoughtfully designed to be consciously harmonious with the ecosystem that Kiawah River calls home. Renowned architect Robert Glazier was chosen to design the resort. His repertoire of hotels, resorts and spas carefully respect both the local architectural character and natural site features. Acclaimed designer Amanda Lindroth of Lindroth Design has been selected to lead the interior design of the property. Lindroth will inject a whimsical, layered aesthetic through classic, island-inspired interiors, sunny batik prints and soothing undertones to create accommodations reminiscent of the most elemental sea island homes of another era. The Dunlin's serenely hospitable resort and community embody the vision of Kiawah River's development partners, The Beach Company and McNair Interests, to curate a one-of-a-kind experience at one of South Carolina's most cherished destinations.

Currently planned with 72 cottage-style guest rooms and suites and 19 villas, the scenic grounds will feature a main lodge with a spacious wraparound porch, great rooms designed for unwinding and a library lounge. Resort amenities will include a pool with inviting cabanas, a full-service spa, a community farmstead providing dining destinations with local bounty, nature excursions, access to the community's Spring House and a riverfront swim and fitness facility.

Guests and locals will delight in inventive new culinary experiences at The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection. The signature riverfront restaurant will include an expansive outdoor deck overlooking Kiawah River's waters and natural vegetation. The resort will offer two event spaces for gatherings, meetings, and celebrations, including a 10,000-square-foot indoor-outdoor event hall for life's precious moments.

Its namesake honoring the beautiful local shorebird, The Dunlin's surroundings at Kiawah River showcase the region's abundance of natural offerings. A preserved estuary, the destination is vibrant with sea island life such as roseate spoonbills, great blue herons, redfish and oyster beds among moss-covered oaks and pines, creeks, ponds, and wide spans of marsh grasses along the water. One-of-a-kind experiences and activities for all ages include fly fishing, crabbing, and boating excursions, revealing the sea island's paradise that attracts paddle boarding on Kiawah River and hiking or biking on 20 miles of nature trails.

Kiawah River offers the rare opportunity to live in a vibrant, new waterfront community near historic Charleston. As the region's only agrihood, Kiawah River features multiple working farms, including a goatery, heirloom beef cattle and a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program that delivers fresh local food to residents and resort restaurants. Life at Kiawah River offers the simple pleasures of quiet country life while still being a short drive to the famed restaurants and attractions of downtown Charleston, voted #1 city in the U.S. by Travel + Leisure. Offering residences featuring classic sea island architecture, Kiawah River's master plan and amenities are designed by a world-renowned team specializing in sustainable designs. For more information, please visit http://www.kiawahriver.com.

The Dunlin, Auberge Resorts Collection's construction financing is provided by United Bank's Charleston, S.C. offices. "As United Bank is new to the market, we are excited to play a part in the development and construction of The Dunlin at Kiawah River and we look forward to its grand opening," said Clay K. Hughes, SVP commercial lending. The resort is expected to open in 2024. For more information, please visit aubergeresorts.com/the-dunlin.

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The listing describes 25 Country Lane as a "trophy home"and it is no participation award-type trophy home this place is the Olympic gold medal of trophy homes.

The family room.

Listed for $21,000,000, this mansion is everything you could dream of and more ... but then again it should be for that price.

The living room.

The design and build was completed by the builder Roy Masoumi, from Doran Design Build.

The dining room with a wine display.

The result is a stunning 12,422-square-foot timeless mansion that offers state-of-the-art wellness and entertainment amenities.

The home theatre with starry lights and a full sound system.

The newly built 2020 home boasts luxury things like a salt swimming pool with water features and a hot tub, heated driveway and garages,a multi-use sports court, a Rosehill wine cellar, a California-style four seasons kitchenand oh so much more.

A sitting room overlooking the garden.

The main floor of the home is open concept with soaring ceilings, tons of natural light and grand principal rooms perfect for living and entertaining.

The front entrance.

In fact, the main hallway is so large it looks like a hotel lobby.

The kitchen has two dishwashers, two warming drawers, four ovens and walks-out to the back garden.

The main kitchen is classic and comes with all the Miele appliances as well as a servery room and a three-door refrigerator because this kitchen means business.

The four seasons kitchen.

But as mentioned there's also an additional kitchen that works as an indoor/outdoor kitchen with a BBQ, pizza oven and a snow melt system.

The primary bedroom ensuite bathroom.

The mansion has five bedrooms and 10 bathrooms so you could use a different bathroom every day of the week and still have some left over if you felt so inclined.

The wet bar has dishwasher drawers and a bar fridge.

In the basement there's a media room, a mirrored gym with a steam room and rec room with a wet bar.

An outdoor seating area with a fireplace.

In addition to all the luxury inside the home, there's plenty to get excited about outside.

The backyard has been professionally landscaped and designed.

The pool looks like it belongs ata resort in the Maldives.

The tennis court could also be used as a basketball court and more.

The tennis court is pristine and the cedar wood cabana looks nicer than some actual homes.

A view of the back of the house.

And if all that wasn't enough Country Lane is one of the few non-traffic streets in the Bridle Path neighbourhood so it's extra quiet and private.

An aerial shot of the backyard.

But for most of us this home is just something to look at because it's really the 0.1% who can afford a home like this.

The gym walks out to the backyard.

That being said it's still cheaper than Drake's house and, in my opinion, much nicer.

"Luxury isn't about price point. It's about an experience," listing agent Jane Zhang told blogTO.

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New to Colorados ski towns this winter: Revamped hotel rooms, on-mountain dining upgrades and restaurants that will transport you right to the Alps from your table in the Rockies.

From Steamboat to Telluride, and all along the I-70 corridor, were tracking dozens of new dining, drinking and overnight stops. Many of these destinations have been waiting to open their doors since the start of the pandemic. Here are nearly 40 hotels, restaurants, bars and lounges that have opened since last ski season.

Provided by Limelight Hotel

Limelight Aspen reopened at the end of November after undergoing an eight-month renovation that spruced up the lounge, lobby and bar areas, as well as all of the 126 guest rooms. Members can check out the re-opened Aspen Mountain Clubthis season. Its pandemic redesign was a first for the 21-year-old members club. New York-based Felix Roasting Co. designed a postcard-worthy cafe that opened in September at the Hotel Jerome.

Chicafrom celebrity chef Lorena Garcia debuts in December at the Residences at the Little Nell. Catch Steak, another NYC transplant, this season unveils its sprawling rooftop at the corner of Galena Street and Hopkins Avenue. Casa DAngelo, an Italian restaurant from chef-owner Angelo Elia, came to Mill Street in July. Dante, also from New York, returns this season serving cocktails and coastal Italian food from the Chefs Club at the St. Regis. And the iconic Woody Creek Tavern reopened over the summer under new, local owners. Look for a revamped food menu in the same funky setting.

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The newest restaurant in Beaver Creek Village opened alongside the ice rink at the end of November. Citrea features upscale dining with a village-center patio and an intimate bar inside. Menu items range from fresh-baked pita bread and muhammara to prawn tagine and whole-roasted striped bass.

The Breckenridge Distillerys new Founders Lab takes drinkers behind the scenes, teaching them the tricks of a master whiskey blender for a few hours. The experience ends by hand-bottling and custom-labeling your own whiskey. Tin Plate pizza and Dynamite Cookies nearby pair local brews with sourdough pizza and homemade desserts. The two sister businesses are located in a historic building where Toms Baby, Colorados largest gold nugget, was once stashed. And at the reopened Gravity Haus Breck hotel, guests, members and visitors can dine in winterized snow cabanas throughout ski season.

Montanya Distillers debuts its Elk Avenue cocktail bar and tasting room later this month. The new space is part of a larger transition for the award-winning Colorado rum brand, which is expanding distilling operations and will re-start distillery tours for visitors in early 2022. The Elk Avenue space will be led by general manager and head chef Nontobeko Mbokwana-Tilton.

Element 29 hotel opened in the spring with 127 guest rooms in Copper Mountains Center Village. Expect panoramic views of Copper Mountain and the Sky Chutes, a hotel bar and an outdoor patio with fire pits and two hot tubs.

Summit Countys first food hall, Bluebird Market, should open the week of Dec. 13. Its 10 food stalls serve burgers, salads, pizza, tacos, fried chicken, crepes, baked goods, ice cream, coffee and more. The Pad is a hotel/hostel option, new this ski season in the Silverthorne downtown corridor. Its constructed from 18 shipping containers and features 36 rooms ranging from private higher-end suites to dorm-style bunks. See also: an onsite restaurant, Graze and Torreys, a rooftop bar and event space, co-working, riverside patios and a hot tub.

Mountain Home Photo, Provided by Viewline Resort

The Westin closed in April for a multimillion-dollar renovation and reopens this month as Viewline Resort, featuring an ayurvedic Lupine Spa and a new restaurant, Starks Alpine Grill, serving American fare. Its more casual sister hotel, Wildwood, also reopens this season, with 60s-era furnishings and a new restaurant, Last Chair.

Ski town favorite Aurum will unveil its third location in Snowmass Base Village on Dec. 17. Find menu items like Parker House rolls, crispy curried cauliflower, housemade pasta and warm chocolate chip cookies for dessert. Kenichi, an Aspen standby, comes to Snowmass on Dec. 11, serving sushi and Pan-Asian cuisine. On the mountain, Alpin Room serves food inspired by the French, Swiss, and Austrian Alps warm popovers, tartiflette, choucroute garnie, and Black Forest tart are some of the options.

LTB Meatbar is the latest restaurant opening from local celebrity Laura the Butcher. It serves imported Spanish jamn, specialty cheeses and more charcuterie on Lincoln Avenue. Storm Peak Brewing Co. has an expanded rooftop patio coming this season, as well as a new tasting room right by the ski resort. Steamboat Lake Outpost (formerly Hahns Peak Roadhouse) reopens under new ownership on Dec. 11 with lodging, guided outdoor adventures and a full-service restaurant and bar. And by the end of 2021, Mad Creek BBQ & Saloon will open in the former Tap House location, serving smoked brisket, whole and half chickens, ribs and side dishes.

The Madeline Hotel & Residencesthis season has some swanky new common areas check out its lobby, library and the lodge-lux Timber Room serving apps like Devilish Eggs with shaved black truffle, and baked potatoes topped with crme frache and Russian osetra caviar.

Provided by The Hythe

The Hythes $40 million renovation in Lionshead Village just debuted, complete with a heated pool and hut tub, plus a Well & Being Spa complete with a salt therapy lounge. The hotels new restaurant, Margie Haas, serves up contemporary alpine-American food (look for tableside raclette with all the fixings), while a collaboration bar with 10th Mountain Whiskey & Spirit Company prepares warming local drinks in the lobby.

Provided by Gravity Haus

On the heels of Breckenridge and Vail hotel openings from the same company comes Gravity Haus Winter Park. The 38-room hotel and members club replaced the Sundowner before it and added its adventure-seekers touch, plus a new cafe, fitness area and snow cabanas. A-Frame Club, a brand new resort with midcentury-inspired structures, will open by February. And on-mountain dining option Ember at Snoasis servesa wood-fired menu overlooking Winter Park, while Bradleys at the Base will bring tasty, scratch-made chicken dishes later in the season.

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Monograph, a startup providing a cloud-based platform for architecture and design professionals to manage their projects, announced today that it has raised $20 million in its Series B funding round. New investor Tiger Global led the round, with participation from Tishman Speyer and existing investors Index Ventures and Homebrew Ventures.

The round brings Monographs total funding raised to $29.3 million since it was founded in 2019. Monograph last raised in May 2021, bringing in $7.4 million for its Series A.

Three design technologists started the company Robert Yuen, Moe Amaya and Alex Dixon all of whom have a background in architecture. Its software helps architectural practices manage many different aspects of their operational systems, including timesheets, budgets, human resources and invoicing; $500 million worth of projects have been executed on the platform to date.

The San Francisco-based company has grown to 33 employees after beginning 2021 with just eight, CEO and co-founder Robert Yuen told TechCrunch in an email. The new funding will be used to further grow the product and engineering teams.

The pandemic has accelerated growth among smaller design firms as the demand for new residential renovations and construction grows, Yuen wrote. As hiring in the industry picks up pace, Monograph is building a virtual community of professionals in the field through sharing content and job openings, on top of investing in its core software product.

Yuen highlighted Monographs budgeting solution, which allows project managers to view project-level finances in real time, as particularly unique given the industrys reliance on spreadsheets. According to Yuen, the typical project manager who does not use Monograph would have to wait an average of one month to understand whether they were under or over budget on a project.

John Curtius, partner at Tiger Global, was closely involved in the firms investment in Monograph.

Monograph is built for architects by architects, which is why it excels at providing a solution to minimize the time spent managing a project, Curtius said in an email to TechCrunch.

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The Architects Foundation has announced the launch of theLarge Firm Roundtable (LFRT) ARE Scholarship, providing support for aspiring Black architects within the licensing process. Through the scholarship, the organization is aiming to double the number of licensed Black architects in the United States by 2030.

The scholarship will cover the cost of the ARE, a one-year subscription to the AIAs exam prep course ArchiPrep, one year of dues to either the AIA or NOMA, one year NCARB record fees, and $500 in study materials. To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must identify as Black or African American, be eligible for the ARE, hold an NCARB Record, and be either an Associate AIA or a member of NOMA.

To apply for the more than 30 awards available under LFRT, applicants must submit a brief 500-word personal statement, a professional biography and/or rsum, and a maximum of three optional letters of recommendation. Applications to the 2022 LFRT cycle close on Friday, January 14, 2022.

The initiative follows months after NOMA and NCARB released a report focusing on the disparities in architectural licensing examinations on the basis of race, age, and gender. According to surveys carried out by the organizations, only 26% of ARE candidates feel confident they can afford the ARE, with almost 50% spending $500 or more on study material.

African American and Latino licensing candidates are 7% and 9% less likely than white candidates respectivelyto receive financial help from their firms, while African American candidates are14% more likely than white candidates to report personal debt as a factor impacting their ability to afford the ARE.

ARE pass rates for white candidates are 27-38% higher than their Black or African American peers, while Latina women are 11% more likely than white women to report spending over $500 on study material, and 20% more likely to report difficulty paying for the exam.

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Work has begun on Beijing-founded MAD Architects third US project: a 16-storey residential building in Denver that appears to have been ripped open to reveal its green stuffing.

One River North is a 66m-tall apartment block made up of 187 units and 1,200 sq m of green spaces, including a landscaped walkway that winds over four floors and a rooftop terrace complete with pool, spa and garden.

The projects principal developers are The Max Collaborative, Uplands Real Estate Partners and Wynne Yasmer Real Estate.

Davis Partnership Architects is serving as the executive architect and Saunders Construction is acting as the main contractor for the project; both are Denver companies.

The crack in the faade, which covers 10 storeys, is a reference to Colorados dramatic mountain scenery. Kevin Ratner, co-founder of The Max Collaborative, commented that the aim was to create a model that shows how we should be surrounding ourselves in the natural environment, bringing nature into our homes and creating authentic, biophilic experiences coupled with modern comforts and conveniences.

He added: The nature-inspired design by MAD Architects was influenced by Colorados legendary landforms and merges nature and architecture to inspire a well-balanced life. Its glass faade is likewise ribbed with louvres that regulate sunlight and soften its visual presence, shaping a serene retreat in the sky.

Mad was founded in 2004 in Beijing. One River North is the firms third project to break ground in the US, following the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, under way in Los Angeles, and the Gardenhouse, which opened in Los Angeles in 2020. A design for The Star office building on Sunset Boulevard, central Hollywood, was unveiled in September.

Renderings courtesy of One River North.

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