Espeka USA and Christopher Designs purchase offices at the International Gem Tower
Antwerp-based Espeka and New York diamond manufacturer Christopher Designs announced today that they are moving their New York headquarters to the International Gem Tower. The two firms join the elite group of domestic and international diamond, gem and jewelry companies that have purchased office space in the new building, currently under construction in New York's Diamond District.
"For over 45 years, our firm has provided our network of international customers with only the finest diamonds," commented Sami Pruwer, president and owner of Espeka. "We pride ourselves on having a great eye for quality in all aspects of our business, and we see exceptional value in relocating to the International Gem Tower. It will be the only building in the Diamond District that can provide the level of service and quality that our customers have come to expect."
Christopher Slowinski, founder and owner of Christopher Designs, a New York based manufacturer of fine jewelry and renowned for his Crisscut design said, "I have been considering purchasing an office in the Gem Tower for a while and not only has the tower gone up but so have prices. The building will be completed in less than one year and I wanted to secure the right size and location for my business."
"We've been experiencing a significant up tick in overall deal flow this past quarter," noted Extell President Gary Barnett. "With the near topping out of steel and installation of the curtain wall on the tower floors now underway, the building is starting to capture the attention of those buyers who had been waiting on the sidelines. We are running low on our inventory of larger format units and expect to announce a number of major deals over the next several weeks. I believe the announcements by Espeka and Christopher Designs will add to the momentum in the market."
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About Espeka
Established in Antwerp in 1958, Osias Pruwer's Espeka brings over 45 years of experience to the Gem Tower. Originally founded as a small family business specializing in the manufacture and trade of both rough and polished diamonds, the business quickly grew into an international network of diamond exporters, importers and manufacturers with offices in Antwerp, New York and Japan. Espeka America was established in 1999, upholding the company's notable dedication to the manufacture and trade of superior jewelry.
About Christopher Designs
Owned by Christopher Slowinski, Christopher Designs is dedicated to manufacturing jewelry of the highest caliber, using only the finest materials and techniques. Merging his classic jewelry training with cutting-edge technology, Slowinski has patented various diamond styles, including the Crisscut, the Orchidian, the Star-Shaped precious stone mounting, and the Invisible setting. The company's name is derived from the Crisscut diamond, distinguished by the interconnected or "crisscrossed" facets that give the gem its unique brilliancy.
About The International Gem Tower
The International Gem Tower will be New York City's only commercial condominium designed specifically for the global diamond, gem and jewelry industry. Set for completion in 2012, this 34-story tower will provide services and amenities never before offered in New York's diamond district, including state-of-the-art security and vault operations, foreign trade zone status, secure underground parking, full service concierge, health and fitness center, and ground floor retail shopping. Up to $100 million is available to interested buyers in first mortgage financing from Empire State Development through its Job Development Authority.
Existing and prospective buyers can now schedule private site tours to view office spaces they have purchased or are considering purchasing. To schedule a tour, please contact Shari Neissani at 646-519-6025.
To track the tower's progress and for more construction photos, please visit our website at www.InternationalGemTower.com.
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