The Excitement Of Urban Living

19 September 2003 - 8:00am

Lofts are attracting new residents to urban centers.

"The same attributes that first attracted New York artists to loft apartments decades ago – high ceilings, open floor plans, natural light and great locations – are now appealing to people of all ages, in cities of all sizes...Unlike loft pioneers, who wanted a cheap place to live, today's residents pay a premium for exposed brick."

Source: CNN, September 18, 2003
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