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Standing proudly in central Bucharest, this exceptional property was once the residence of an outstanding intellectual family - the Teodoreanu family. The family's origins stretch far beyond the 1848 Revolution, and included both famous lawyers and engineers with spectacular lives. All three sons of the Teodoreanu family were at the front in the war that gave birth to Greater Romania, but they remained emotionally attached to the property, so Alexandru, one of them would buy back the building. At the same time, the family name is closely linked to Romanian culture, Ionel Teodoreanu leaving a strong mark on the Romanian literary landscape through his evocative writings of childhood and adolescence. With a rich history and remarkable architecture, this property was even the scene of famous moments contained in the wonderful trilogy La Medeleni. Being a home full of inspiration and creation, the residence itself has been both witness to events and moments full of life, and the focal point of the existence of the family members so that they have also acquired colour and character under the pen of Ionel Teodoreanu's talent. Built in 1912 in a period of economic prosperity typical of the Belle Epoque, this residence is much more than a living space - it is a cultural testimony to a remarkable period in Romanian history. This building preserves a fragment of the atmosphere of inter-war Bucharest, perhaps the most flourishing period of Great Romania. The residence was also built with rigour, with a view to its durability and longevity for future generations.

Welcome to the epitome of elegance and sophistication in the heart of Bucharest's historical Dacia area. Nestled in this prestigious location, just a stone's throw away from the iconic Romana Square, lies an exquisite classical furnished apartment offering a generous interior living space. Upon entering this timeless residence, you are greeted by a sense of grandeur and charm that transcends time. The meticulously preserved classical design elements take you on a journey through history, evoking a bygone era of opulence and refinement. Elaborate cornices, ornate moldings, and beautifully crafted wooden parquet flooring grace each room, ensuring an air of nobility in every corner. The spacious living area exudes an aura of tranquility and warmth, boasting an abundance of natural light filtering through large windows, enhancing the allure of the graceful interiors. Adjacent to the living space, a well-appointed dining area invites you to host intimate gatherings or lavish dinner parties. The enchanting ambiance is further elevated by the presence of a charming fireplace, evoking a sense of coziness on cooler evenings. The property also comprises an garage with access from the courtyard, in sole proprietorship and a terrace with access from the back yard. This classical apartment in Dacia area, Bucharest, is a true gem in the city's historical tapestry.

This household is proud and rich, protected from the eyes of strangers by a solid brick wall; to the outside world it shows only a facade wearing a decorative belt in the colors of summer wheat. A flirty plant motif, a tulip, indulges in cartouches on the wall. The blue shutters border windows that open inside to large and bright rooms with beams on the ceiling and wonderful stoves - original stoves with tiles, corner stoves, high stoves, stoves built like an elegant sideboard that instantly catches the eye. The doors are often double and painted in the traditional green colour of the area; cheerfully painted benches preserve the custom of the place. The large courtyard, with its vaulted gate once used by ox carts, is today filled with well-kept grass and shrubs; cobblestone paths line the house and plants grow on the corners near the gutters. Here and there the windows open among the leaves and branches that grow hanging on the wall, creating that rustic atmosphere that promises coolness and pampering. There are four traditional houses located on 9000 square meters of urban land. Their age varies and starts from 1862 when a house with one bedroom, bathroom, hall and cellar was erected. Another construction is from 1950 and offers two bedrooms, two bathrooms and hallways, cellar and shed/stable. In addition to these there is a building with two rooms, hall, bathroom, shed and workshop and another with shed, restaurant (living room), kitchen and technical room (on the first floor there is an apartment with living room, bedroom and bathroom). Although they have complete autonomy and can be owned individually by different owners, they can also work excellently as a tourist guesthouse or event center because they are also served by a building where the spa area, deckchair, sauna, and terrace are arranged. The village is not large - a settlement of houses lined up along the road, most of them having green fields at the bottom of the yard, typical of the hilly relief, from the Hârtibaciu plateau. Located 20km from Viscri, the emblematic village of Transylvania popularized by King Charles the III of Great Britain, Grânari enjoys the same Saxon features and traditions but avoids the congestion and prices of its more famous neighbor. photo Florin Pepene

Penthouse with 3 bedrooms and 3 terraces, located in the heart of the Capital, just a few dozen meters away from Calea Victoriei and in the immediate vicinity of Lascar Catargiu Boulevard. This penthouse apartment has a completely different feature compared to any similar unit in the area: a rooftop terrace with direct access from the apartment, with space specially designed for a jacuzzi and a 360 panoramic view and privacy, reaching the maximum heigh regime of the immediately nearby area. The penthouse has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms at it is first level, two of which are en-suite. Access to the main terrace of the first level is from the living area, open-space, and the level heigh is higher than usual, reaching approx. 4m. One of the bedrooms also has access to the main terrace, facing north, east, and west. Another bedroom with the terrace and en-suite bathroom is south facing and the 3 rd bedroom also has its own balcony. Access to the rooftop terrace is made directly from the apartment, and the view is spectacular, over the Bvd. Lascar Catargiu and Ghe. Manu street. The images are for presentation purposes and the finishes can be done either by the future owner or for free, by the developer, based on the buyers finishing option. As it is a restored and refurbished Art Deco building, the parking spaces can only be rented, in the basement of the adjacent building. Photo Tudor Prisecaru .

Exclusive property, composed of 4 distinct units, with Smart Home system and luxury finishes. The renewed city is the city that lives again, more vibrant and eager for affirmation than ever. This is the expression of a new generation that does not indulge and for whom sacrifice is crowned by the reward of abundant living. There is nothing wrong with luxury, just as there is nothing wrong with an olive wreath, as a result of a toil, sometimes a lifetime, and as a symbol of tranquility and peace, in a neighborhood that is reinventing itself, in proximity to the legislative center, long and more recently, the religious center of the country. The building is composed of 4 units, as follows: two duplex apartments, with 7 rooms and 3 bathrooms each, one of which with its own courtyard, dividing the ground floor, floors and attic, and a 2-room apartment and a studio apartment, at the high mezzanine level, with natural ventilation and sufficient light. The restoration of the property, built in the 2000s, involved its complete renovation, using up-to-date techniques and luxury finishes, including: marble and hard wood floors, Gira and Bang & Olufsen Smart House system, bathrooms equipped exclusively with sanitary ware Devon & Devon Gold, with 22k gold plated taps. The location, equipment and attention to details are essential elements of an exclusive property that crowns a future residence or headquarters that reflects luxury, in the complexity of its facets. The property can be sold as a whole or unit by unit, depending on the requirement. *The price includes VAT

If we are to look for the right penthouse, then the one on Mihai Viteazu Street in Brasov should be the closest benchmark. Central location with fast access both to the historical center and to the business area of the city, plenty of room to accommodate even a large family, quality finishing and furniture, and on top of everything an amazingly large total area of terrace, by far the largest terrace area in Brasov. From areas point of view, we have a total of 195 sqm split on two floors. The upper level, accessible by an elevator that opens directly inside the apartment, consists mainly of the daytime area with a large living room with full size windows that bring the Tampa inside the home. The kitchen is open and fully fitted with top tier appliances and furniture. Also at this level we have the master bedroom with its own bathroom and dressing, an additional bedroom, a bathroom, and an additional large dressing room converted from and extra unused bedroom. The master bedroom opens on a 56 sqm terrace, while the living room is flanked on both sides by two terraces , a 48 sqm one and a smaller one of only 15 sqm but with a great view towards the mountains. Also from this level, one can access the rooftop terrace, a huge 360 degrees, 128 sqm area that offers an unobstructed view over the city and towards the mountains. At the lower level we have 3 rooms and a bathroom that can be used at separate bedrooms, or the entire floor can be used as a separate apartment. Also at this level we have plenty of sunshine that we can catch on the 93 sqm terrace or on the smaller balcony of 9 sqm. On top of everything, the penthouse comes with two underground parking spaces plus two very useful storage units of 4 sqm each. Very well located and having an unmatched terrace area, this penthouse can easily become a very special permanent residence or can successfully be used for long-term or short-term renting.

TREE OF LIGHTS This property is a piece of art, design, project and execution supervised by Giugiaro Architettura, and can be translated as the imagine of nature embracing the life with light. The property is located near Victoriei square and Dorobanti area. Giugiaro Architettura was founded in 1995 as the architecture division of Italdesign Giugiaro, the group created by Giorgetto Giugiaro to provide services to the automotive industry and one of the international driving forces of creativity and innovation in its field. In 2003 Giugiaro Architettura has become an independent company and has quickly grown as a strategic business unit active in architectural and city planning, interior design and boat design. Over the years the company has enhanced its potential, developing architectural projects internationally at 360 degrees. The facade of the building is distinguished by a new concept: the symbiosis between architecture, technology and symbolic elements. The metal tree made of tubes with colored light embraces the five-level construction, the image being completed by a unique acoustic experience, thanks to the special sound architecture system that envelops the entire facade in the sound of music. The unique facade has been exhibited at international architectural design fairs, multi-scenario rgb backlit stainless steel tree, modern finishes and fittings, and a unique and exclusive concept of architecture and design. The building was designed to be perfectly adaptable to any type of activity. Inside the building can be functional office spaces, showrooms, bar and events, exclusive residential spaces. • Sound architecture system outside and on the terrace of the 3rd floor, with granite and marble speakers Carrara (omnidirectional sound effect) • Unique RGB interior lighting project, with various scenarios, accompanied by Swarovski luminaires and Zumtobel on the ground floor and basement and white light on the floors, with the possibility of dimming and changing a color temperature • High-performance Bose audio system in the basement and ground floor, including bathrooms • Projector and retractable screen hidden in the ceiling • Professional fully equipped stainless steel bar (refrigerators, dishwasher, ice machine, etc.) • Automated BMS system Fountains / water curtain with the possibility of scenography • Video-walls with the possibility of personalization • Finishes and natural materials inside: salt walls, stone, plant walls, sand carpet • Luminaire that allows natural light to penetrate to the basement Photo: Dan Călin

3-Bedroom apartment, located on the first floor of a luxury building in the heart of Primaverii neighborhood. This apartment is one of the few for sale in the most desirable and select residential area of the Capital. Ample spaces, well-thought division of space with separation of the day area from the sleep area, the refined design, penciled in deep blue shades combined with gray tones are the essential elements of a ready-to-move-in luxury home. Among the features that differentiate this apartment from similar ones are the fireplace with sitting area, natural ventilation for both bathrooms, and the reduced number of apartments on each level. The apartment is sold fully furnished, with two underground parking places included in the price. FOTO : DAN CALIN

Only 5 minutes away from the City Center of Brasov, and barely 15 minutes away from Poiana Brasov, this exclusive residential development offers an amazing view over the city and the mountains. The project includes 8 buildings with a low height and a chic appearance given by the exterior finishings with brick, stone and HPL. The modern buildings are surrounded by playgrounds and plenty of green areas. The penthouse is set on the top two levels of the building The acces is done at the superior level, where we have a large living area, the dining, the kitchen, a bathroom and a room that can be turned in either a bedroom or an office room. The living opens up into a large terrace with spectacular views over the mountains and over Brasov. The three bedrooms are at the level below, offering all the privacy needed for this area. Offering large tarraces, top quality materials and premium finishing and large windows with amazing views, this beautiful penthouse can become a classy permanent residence or maybe a weekend retreat in one of the most beautiful mountains destinations in Romania.

In Ferești, the place where Romanian traditions are still alive, where the folk costumes are proudly worn and the households hide stories behind the monumental wood gates, an unique ensemble of traditional houses is waiting to reveal itself in front of the lovers of beauty. The ensemble is made of almost 2400 sqm of land and includes 5 carefully restored houses, a pond with sturgeons, carps and trout, a storeroom made of stone, a wooden timber pavilion, sauna, a hot tub and a barbeque zone. Next to the other houses, benefiting from a zip line and a specially designed barbeque zone, the tree house is ready to be discovered in the wooded area (1500 sqm). The entire ensemble offers 22 beds, being the ideal places for families eager for nature and relaxation, or for those who want to disconnect from daily life.

The penthouses offer you a unique experience, characterized by sublime comfort and elegance. The abundance of light energizes residents and creates a gorgeous environment, ideal for relaxation. Exceptional interior finishes integrate textures and colors designed to create a welcoming ambiance for both residents and guests. Carefully selected prints break the monotony of solid and contrast-less colors, thus transforming a seemingly minimalist residence into a home that is in full harmony with your personality and in perfect accordance with the imposing terraces of the building. 118 Penthouse is a very special one, probably the most exclusive one in Timisoara. With a total usable area of 129 sqm, split into 4 large rooms, the penthouse offers a 179 sqm terrace with plenty of green areas and un unbeatable view of the City.

The historic downtown of Sighișoara is to be found even from 1999 on the World Heritage sites of UNESCO, thus, being an acknowledgement of its universal cultural and historical value. With a history of almost nine centuries, owed to be Saxon merchants, the place takes advantage of an impressive series of architectural monuments that define today both the aspect and the cultural heritage of an exceptional community. One of these monuments is represented by Augustus House, a class A monument, that besides its typical characteristics, enjoys one of the special sight-views of the little Saxon medieval town. Being situated in the proximity of the old fair market of Sighișoara, today Octavian Goga Square, the windows in the backside are opening towards the famous Clock Tower, the landmark building of the town, so that The Augustus House if a truly urban gem. With a hidden interior staircase, the building includes 4 distinctive apartments laid over the three levels of the house - one unit on the ground floor with its own entrance, two units on the first floor plus a study room, and the second floor apartment that has its own entrance. The Augustus House has originally belonged to a merchant. The ground floor and the first floor are registered on the local map since 1730, while the second floor has been built at the beginning of 1900. Besides the great location, right next to the entrance to the old fortress, one of the advantages of the building consists in the fact that the access way is restricted for the car access, the pedestrian street being a perfect location for a private residence or for a space dedicated to tourists. Two out of the four apartments are available for sale, both of them being situated on the first floor, with direct access from the outside. In addition to the two apartments, the area available for sale include an extra study room. These units have been originally built at the beginning of 1700. One of the available apartments, called The Medieval Apartment consists in 2 rooms, a kitchen and a bathroom, and the second available unit, called The Botanist Apartment includes a room, a kitchen and a toilet space. The two apartaments and the study room have their own entrance and interior courtyard. The Medieval Apartment includes preserved walls with paintings dated in the 1700. Both apartments are furnished, and the price includes the furniture, as well. With great respect for heritage, the landlord has restored and decorated the entire building with great care for all elements, as well as for the general atmosphere of the place.

The architectural complex Bragadiru Palace dates back to the dawn of the 20th century, in full Belle Époque. The whole domain is named after its founder, Dumitru Marinescu Bragadiru (1842-1915). An emblematic figure for the city, he started from a poor family of workers and became Europe's third industrialist at the beginning of the 20th century. Through his ingenuity and entrepreneurial spirit, Bragadiru has fully contributed to the capital's economic and architectural development. At the end of the 19th century, he set up a brewery – at that time, in Bucharest, there were only two such companies, both of German origin and highly appreciated: Luther (the future Grivita) and Oppler (later GIB). Near his brewery, Bragadiru built a recreation center for employees, following an old tradition. Thus was born the Colossus, as the building was known in its beginnings, around 1905. Designed as a Palace of Culture, it was used as a brewery and a performance hall, but also to host several family events of the workers. Bragadiru Palace was built according to the plans designed by Austrian architect Anton Shuckerl in 1894. It is an impressive construction, in size, architecture and decorations, with particular attention paid to details: spiral stairs in Norman style, stuccoes, statues inserted in the facade, Venetian mirrors and Victorian-style balconies. The summer garden and terrace harmoniously complete the eclectic architecture. With a spectacular ballroom, which can also function as a theater or concert hall, a library, a bowling alley, numerous rooms, shops and offices that operated on the ground floor, the Palace combines the styles of the most famous buildings of the time: the Chamber of Commerce, The Romanian Post Office, The House of Savings and Consignments (CEC) and the building of the Supreme Court of Justice, all built in the same period. In June 1948, the family's property is confiscated, and the Palace becomes the Lenin Culture House of district 5 and functions under this purpose until 1989. After the fall of the communist regime, it is completely neglected, until 2003, when it is returned to the rightful owners, Dumitru Marinescu Bragadiru’s descendants, who manage to restore the former building from ruins. Bragadiru Palace is one of the most imposing buildings of Bucharest of all time. Today, it is an elegant location, which hosts private events, from wedding ceremonies to birthday parties, personal or corporate. The Colosseum Hall is truly spectacular and any event organized here is engrained by the aristocratic atmosphere and the glow of the glory years of inter-war Bucharest. The property is available for sale as it follows: - Integral: Palace + Garden; - The palace of 10,110 sqm with the subsidiary land, of 4,369 sqm; - Garden of 12,122 sqm, suitable for real estate development, current urban indices: CUT 2.5 and POT 75% Source: Adevarul.ro Photo: Andrei Mărgulescu

There are many medieval cities in the world but not many are alive, inhabited, lived daily by residents not by tourists only. The history of Sighișoara is closely related to the colonization of the area with Saxons-Francons in the twelfth century. The commercial and military importance of the settlement made it possible to build a citadel on the hill. In the 13th and 15th centuries, the craft guilds were commissioned to carry out the task of securing its defence; they built and maintained 14 defensive towers and 4 bastions; nine of the towers and three bastions are still standing today. Nowadays, the center of Sighișoara is a UNESCO monument and delights tourists with scenes of everyday life between centuries-old walls. On the way to the second floor and the room where Vlad Țepeș was born, the prototype for Dracula, you stop on the first floor at the restaurant that bears his name. Sighișoara has this vibe that tames history and its great deeds and orders them selfishly - first an espresso at the bar, then the story of the space where the bar now operates, a leather shop, a merchant's warehouse or a goldsmith's shop in the centuries before commercial freedom. Mador House is not a historical monument, which, from a practical point of view, has its advantages. However, it enjoys an excellent position in the historic center of Sighișoara, being one hundred meters from the Clock Tower or the famous covered staircase leading to the church. On its cobbled street, there are no more horse hooves and knights' spurs but the soles of tourists and the wheels of trollers. The property is built on a cellar dating since the XIII-XIV centuries; at present, in this space of about 100 square meters, there is a handicraft workshop, a tribute to the past. However, the building is much newer than it looks - it was built in 1902 in the spirit of the architecture of the past centuries. It has two towers that guard its extremities, contributing to the grandeur of the façade; their edges are kept tight in the bodice of a brick belt that keeps them straight, parallel and proud. The flaps, those structures like spears located at the top of the building, support the impression of arrogance, but the power is quickly softened by the candy chromatic of the façade. The explosion of exterior color is weighted down by a simpler interior with wonderful tile stoves. There are four apartments with two rooms each, bathroom and fully equipped kitchen (capacity can be increased, however, given that the attic is an open space that can be remodeled in 6 rooms). Pieces of classic furniture, some painted with complex floral and geometric motifs, point to the space currently exploited as a tourist reception unit. Casa Mador has excellent reviews on all major booking platforms; the position and the comfort offered are appreciated, special mentions receiving the attic-bedroom for children and the inner courtyard, excellently prepared for outdoor meals filled with the aroma of wood grill. The existence of this own private yard is a rarity in Sighișoara where usually the properties have access only to common yards. The building, with a generous area of 560 square meters arranged on UG + GF + F + AT and divided into four independent units, offers flexibility to the future owner - it can be transformed into a private home, boutique hotel or business space or a combination of them. The fact that Târgu Mureș Airport is only 40 km away reduces the distances and brings the big world closer. Area attractions: • Sighisoara itself, a city on the list of UNESCO monuments • The Medieval summer festival • Saschiz, a UNESCO monument with a fortified Saxon church from the 15th century Photo Florin Pepene

Developed in the distinguished Primăverii quarter, the project has a B+GF+4F+5Fstepped-back structure. The 35 exclusive apartments benefit from 70 parking lots, underground and over-ground. The project is planned to be delivered in 2022. Primãverii neighbourhood was designed in the 30s by Octav Doicescu (1902-1981), one of the most important Romanian architects in the interwar period. Here lived King Carol II of Romania with Elena Lupescu, until 1940. During the communist period, the neighbourhood was chosen as a residential area for the nomenclature of the time and became the Forbidden Quarter - the access was allowed only to the residents. All the presidents after 1990 lived in this area.

Your summer seaside residence can be right here, in a select penthouse, meeting your highest requirements. Large, light zones, a modern interior design with a homey ambiance and an outdoor terrace with dream views are waiting for you. The living room is the nucleus of an extended open-space for which a neutral, discreet chromatic was chosen, with dominant white and grey shades, along with colored or anthracite touches. The two-sided sofa offers both the comfort of a daybed and a subtle demarcation to the kitchen area. A lot of natural light enters through the large windows and doors from the terrace, flanked by vaporous curtains of natural velvet. The furniture is supple and versatile and comes from Interior Store suppliers, Italian companies in the vast majority. A penthouse where everything is up to par is waiting for its future owner in North Mamaia. He will enjoy very generous surfaces, a 130 sqm interior, similar on the outdoor terrace, a modern and stylish setting with exquisite Italian furniture and last, but not least, fabulous views of the beach and the lake. The entire space benefits from a fluid in/out communication, both through the comfortable exits on the terrace surrounding the apartment on three sides, and through the extended glass walls in all rooms. The idea of fluid spaces, flooded with natural light, is visible everywhere- in the open-space living room that includes the versatile fully equipped kitchen, in the master bedroom bordered on two sides by glass walls or on the outdoor terrace where you can choose between three cardinal points depending on the sun, the shade and view you want. Horizontally, some steps and small ‘’scenes’’ are very ingenious inserted, which bring a beautiful variation in the large areas. In our short visit, the admiration for what we saw was continuous, overwhelmed only by a little wave of guilty envy for the one who will live here. The white-blue tandem, so typical of the marine areas, was fully used in the master bedroom. Wide horizons open beyond the two glass walls. Starting/ ending the day with the majestic picture of nature in front of your eyes guarantees an excellent tone. The main bathroom has easy access from the master bedroom, a beautiful view over the lake and a small ‘’platform’’, designed as a relaxation space after bath. The outdoor terrace has an equal surface to that of the interior space, which it flanks on three sides. It overlooks the sea and the Stiutghiol Lake and has a great potential for being used as a dining space, a relaxation space, a mini-garden and so on. Source: Casa Lux/ April 2019, Text: Lucian Dobraca Photos: Tudor Prisecaru

Developed in the distinguished Primăverii quarter, the project has a B+GF+4F+5Fstepped-back structure. The 35 exclusive apartments benefit from 70 parking lots, underground and over-ground. The project is planned to be delivered in 2022. Primãverii neighbourhood was designed in the 30s by Octav Doicescu (1902-1981), one of the most important Romanian architects in the interwar period. Here lived King Carol II of Romania with Elena Lupescu, until 1940. During the communist period, the neighbourhood was chosen as a residential area for the nomenclature of the time and became the Forbidden Quarter - the access was allowed only to the residents. All the presidents after 1990 lived in this area.

Developed in the distinguished Primăverii quarter, the project has a B+GF+4F+5Fstepped-back structure. The 35 exclusive apartments benefit from 70 parking lots, underground and over-ground. The project is planned to be delivered in 2022. Primãverii neighbourhood was designed in the 30s by Octav Doicescu (1902-1981), one of the most important Romanian architects in the interwar period. Here lived King Carol II of Romania with Elena Lupescu, until 1940. During the communist period, the neighbourhood was chosen as a residential area for the nomenclature of the time and became the Forbidden Quarter - the access was allowed only to the residents. All the presidents after 1990 lived in this area.

The team of designers from Imobil One company, passionate about perfection and always looking for the most refined living solutions, created and implemented in the smallest details the design of this unique apartment. This magnificent property is ideally located near Kiseleff Park, in one of the most beautiful and sought-after areas of Bucharest, Romania’s capital city. It is the perfect home for those in love with fine living, made of five rooms, including an open space living, which spread generously over 159 square meters. The apartment is located on the second floor of an elegant building and has a garage on the ground floor. Grand in every respect, the apartment's design instantly conquers the eye with its luxury and refinement, each detail expressing a precious art of living.. Utmost comfort is ensured by the facilities of exceptional quality such as the cherry wood boiseria, the walnut furniture executed at the beginning of the 20th century in the Viennese baroque style, the Crema Marfil marble floor, the fireplace of exquisite beauty. State-of-the-art technologies, such as the smart home control system and the luxury appliances, endow the property with the perfect functionality of a Swiss watch.

Developed in the distinguished Primăverii quarter, the project has a B+GF+4F+5Fstepped-back structure. The 35 exclusive apartments benefit from 70 parking lots, underground and over-ground. The project is planned to be delivered in 2022. Primãverii neighbourhood was designed in the 30s by Octav Doicescu (1902-1981), one of the most important Romanian architects in the interwar period. Here lived King Carol II of Romania with Elena Lupescu, until 1940. During the communist period, the neighbourhood was chosen as a residential area for the nomenclature of the time and became the Forbidden Quarter - the access was allowed only to the residents. All the presidents after 1990 lived in this area.