MICHAEL ON DESIGN

Re-design, re-invent and re-engineer - all solid words. All good ones to live by.

Several years ago, I decided it was time to start a new chapter in my professional life. I’ve enjoyed great success as residential designer, but been itching to try something different. I enrolled in a series of courses at Harvard University, my Alma Mata, and wound up enrolling in Advanced Management Development in Real Estate. One of my classmates from Puerto Rico suggested I visit him during the winter of 2003. He put me up at the El Convento Hotel.

This was my first trip to Old San Juan. As I walked the narrow, blue glazed brick streets and alleys, I was amazed at the tightness and consistency of the blocks and buildings. Many had been beautifully redone and painted brilliantly. Others needed a lot of work. Hmmm, I thought. I wonder what it would take to buy and redo a building here?

155 San Justo Street was perfect. It had been passed up by others because the interior had been ripped out many years ago. Where others saw empty spaces, I saw Milan style lofts. I bought the building, designed 3 lofts in the front, 3 traditional units in the back and a penthouse on the roof.

My goal was to produce a product that has yet to be built in Old San Juan. Large open spaces and high-end Italian custom kitchens and closets designs. Limestone floors quarried in Italy and perfectly installed. Everything in the units contemporary yet luxurious. I’ve toured dozens of buildings in OSJ and I can assure you, there is nothing like Calle San Justo on the market, anywhere.

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OSJ is an amazing place. You can walk everywhere. And San Justo Street is near it all. Fine restaurants, forts, casino - all minutes away. Cruise ships arrive regularly – tourists and shoppers abound. The airport is 20 minutes away, ($20 cab ride) And of course the beaches. Pristine white sandy beaches - 10 mins away by cab.

Sales are exclusive through Michael Giessler at Caleta Realty. Contact by email or phone: 787 723 3449.

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Starting From: $550,000

Unit 1A Floorplan >>

Unit 1A is a 1262 sf, 2 bedroom, 2 bath ground floor unit with 2 entrances; one directly off the street and the other through the common door used by the other units. The brick and beam ceilings are a generous 14’ in height. Although the shell of the building is built using traditional materials and methods, the interior is clearly modern. The marble floors, kitchen and closets are manufactured in and imported from Italy. This unique space could be used as a store, shop, studio or other non-residential use. It also comes with access to a 400 sf roof top patio.

This unit is priced at $550,000 and is available for a wide range of custom modifications. Contact us by email or phone 787 723 3449 for more information.

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Starting From: $525,000 Unit 1B Floorplan >>

Unit 1B is a 1223 sf ground floor unit with a 280 sf private courtyard. It has 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. The ceilings are over 14’ in height and constructed of traditional brick and iron wood beams. The contemporary interior is spacious with several doors opening onto the courtyard. A small fountain provides a soothing sound throughout the spaces. All the appliances, millwork and cabinets are imported from Italy and custom built to our specifications. If you’re inclined to take in the views of Old San Juan or entertain on the roof top deck, you can.

The unit comes with deeded rights to a 400 sf area on the roof. You can easily customize this unit to suit your needs. Contact us by email or phone: 787 723 3449 for more information.

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Starting From: $595,000 Unit 2A Floorplan >>

This is a very special unit and one of my favorites. It’s on the second floor, is 1750 sf and designed in a European loft style: wide-open spaces, clean modern finishes and beautiful Italian flooring, appliances, kitchens and closet. Similar to the other units in the building, it has 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. The traditional Old San Juan brick and beam ceiling is over 15’ high. The newly refinished stucco walls contain new electrical wiring, internet communications and many other modern conveniences. The 3 double doors on the front of the unit open onto 3 narrow balconies and afford beautiful streetscape views down to the harbor and cruise ships. The sunlight through the doors is just gorgeous and it comes with deeded access to a 400 sf rooftop patio.

It’s priced at $595,000 and can be easily customized. Contact us by email or phone 787 723 3449 for more information.

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Starting From: $425,000 Unit 2B Floorplan >>

Unit 2B is an 1111 sf unit on the second floor. It has 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and overlooks the courtyard below. The second bedroom is left open so it can be used either as a home office, small entertainment area or guest room. The 15’ ceilings are constructed of traditional brick and beams and the thick curved, stucco arches are typical of Old San Juan design. The unit comes with deeded access to certain areas on the roof deck. We’ve selected modern Italian kitchens, closets and equipment for the unit to heighten the drama between the old and the new.

This unit is priced at $425,000 and can be customized. Contact us by email or phone 787 723 3449 for more information.

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Starting From: $695,000 Unit 3A Floorplan >>

Unit 3A is a 1760 sf, loft style unit on the third floor. This is the only unit with a private rooftop deck. The patio is 1000 sf and is accessed either by the stairs or the keyed elevator to the roof.The patio can be equipped with a splash pool, fountain, outdoor cooking facilities, storage for deck chairs, changing rooms – you name it! The unit has 3 wide doors opening to 3 balconies. The views overlooking the rooftops of Old San Juan and the harbor are as unique and Old San Juan itself. The unit has a 14’ ceiling, 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. It’s priced at $695,000 and can be customized to your specifications.  Contact us by email or phone 787 723 3449 for more information.

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Starting From: $450,000 Unit 3B Floorplan >>

Unit 3B is an 1111 sf unit on the third floor. Because it’s the top unit, it receives an abundance of light through several arched doors. Similar to the unit below, 2B, it has 2 baths and 2 bedrooms. The second bedroom has been left open for you to choose how you want to use it. All the appliances, kitchen cabinets and closets are imported from Italy. Italian marble floors add a unique look and feel to the contemporary interior. Roof top access and patio space is shared with the other units. The unit has 14’ ceilings and is priced at $450,000. You can customize your unit by emailing me. Contact me by email or phone 787 723 3449 for more information.

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Starting From: $475,000 Penthouse Floorplan >>

The penthouse is the most recent addition to the project. It will be a totally new building with a traditional brick and beam ceiling, and thick stucco walls. The penthouse is located on the roof of the building and is accessed either by the stairs or keyed elevator. Although the unit is 787 sf, there is 832 sf of private patio space overlooking the rooftops of Old San Juan and an additional 797 sf of roof top decking above the unit. That’s nearly 1,600 sf of private decks for outdoor entertainment, cooking, bathing or just plain relaxing.

This unit is designed with 2 bedrooms and one bath but can easily be modified to meet your needs. For more information contact by email or phone: 787 723 3449. The penthouse is priced at $475,000.

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