| One of the most surprising elements of today's | | | | feel and style to the lofts that make up the |
| real estate market has been the resurgence of | | | | Minneapolis market. |
| loft condos. These open floor plan living spaces | | | | Lofts and condos are possessed of a fantastic |
| first gained popularity as artist live/work spaces | | | | lifestyle as the community style buildings offer a |
| and were home to a fairly eclectic group | | | | great array of services and amenities. From |
| (stereotypically) Lofts lost some notoriety when | | | | health clubs/fitness spas to communal rooms and |
| the condo boom began, the abundance of new | | | | gated, secure entries; loft condos impart a |
| condo projects ensured that condos were the | | | | lifestyle of relaxation and an atmosphere of elite |
| living space of choice. | | | | style to those who choose to call them home. |
| But like all good things, lofts did not fade into | | | | Lofts are also a fantastic place to really let your |
| obscurity,in fact they have made an amazing | | | | "designing self" run wild. The open floor plans and |
| comeback and are now dominating the real estate | | | | abundance of wall space means that you can |
| scene in Minneapolis. The heart and soul of the loft | | | | easily bring your own theme and style to any loft. |
| market in this city is the numerous old factory | | | | Lofts are truly a space that is open to personal |
| and warehouse conversions. These homes | | | | interpretation and taste. |
| incorporate everything that has made the loft one | | | | Andy Asbury is a real estate agent specializing in |
| of the most highly desirable homes in the nation. | | | | Minneapolis Lofts. The Asbury Team is dedicated |
| Exposed brick walls, concrete floors, visible | | | | to providing elite access and information about the |
| ductwork and enormous windows all add a distinct | | | | Minneapolis real estate market. |