DAN'S APARTAMENTO EN MONTEVIDEO

I visited Montevideo, Uruguay, January 6, 2005, for three reasons: 1.  To get warm.  2.  To take it easy.  3.  To see as many apartments as possible and to buy one if at all possible. I accomplished all three objectives.  The guidance and help of Verónica Cánepa, who owns her own real estate agency, was superb.  I very much appreciate her attention, efficiency, and always being on time.  I could never have accomplished my primary task without her.  Also, the Escribana firm headed by Nilda Ache was extremely helpful.  I appreciate her guidance and that of her excellent staff.  Ms. Cánepa has an great web site I suggest you visit:  www.veronicacanepa.com

My apartment is No. 601 in the Santa Maria Tower of the Torres Columbus, which is located on Rambla Gandhi, one the sections of the Rambla, a wide avenue that circumvents a great deal of Montevideo.  On one side of the Rambla is the Rio de la Plata; on the other are residences, parks, and offices.  It runs for 19 miles and has a bike, walking, and running path.  The nine beaches in Montevideo are open to one and all.  My apartment is very near Playa Pocitos.

The Torres Columbus is a modern apartment building, built in 1997, with a swimming pool, indoor parking, fitness center, and clubroom and parrilla (grill).  There was nothing in the apartment when I acquired it, not even light fixtures.  I returned to Montevideo in mid September 2005 to begin furnishing the apartment.  I achieved a great deal and was able to occupy it by early October, even though I had acquired only the most basic furnishing. These photographs show each room sequentially, from being empty to the present.  During my nearly three-month stay in January-March 2006, I spent most of the time pursing furnishings, many of which I had made especially for me, such as a sofa, chairs, tables, etc.  See the apartment in photos from empty to nearly furnished - I even have a TV. 

[Updated June 27, 2006]