I'm in the county town, and you say I'm a big shot?

Chapter 297 Elegant Residence by the Lake
As a result, Bai Ou worked overtime this week and didn't come back.

As November drew to a close and autumn season began in Nanxin, Fang Qingye's attention was focused on the construction of a residential project on 300 acres of land along Nanxin Lake.

The development is named "Lakeview Residence" and will be developed in two phases. Many design companies competed for the project, and after screening, two design companies were finally selected: Jin Chen and Ju Shang Architectural Design Company from Shanghai. Each company submitted its design proposal for public bidding.

As the three leaders of the company's board of directors, they are naturally all members of the bidding committee.

Compared to Song Qingdong and Qian Weimin, Fang Qingye knew he was a novice in the real estate field, so he did some research during this period, collecting information online and, more importantly, consulting with experts and even seeking help.

He certainly wouldn't approach those industry insiders in Nanxin County—they all had some connection with Song Qingdong or Qian Weimin, which could very well influence his judgment.

The architect he found was from Huijing—actually, Xia He helped him find him.

In the morning, he drove to Huijing to see this woman and ask her for advice in person.

Today is Tuesday, and Xia He still has to go to work. Fang Qingye drove straight to the Golden Finished Community where she lives.

I went up to the eighth floor, opened the door with my key, and found the room quiet. Xia He hadn't come home from get off work yet.

The weather changed today; the north wind was howling and the room was a bit chilly. Fang Qingye turned on the air conditioner, and soon the room was warm and cozy.

While waiting for Xia He to get off work, Fang Qingye, having nothing to do, admired the flowers and plants Xia He had grown: large-leaved pothos, money trees, and curly-leaved spider plants. There were quite a few varieties, but the best one was the pot of Phalaenopsis orchids.

Fang Qingye was admiring the phone when it rang. She saw it was Xia He calling and picked it up.

"Qingye, are you home yet?" Xia He's sweet voice came through the receiver.

"We've arrived. I'm admiring the flowers you planted," Fang Qingye said with a smile.

"I've already finished get off work and am on my way back to cook for you."

"No need for that. We can just grab something to eat outside later."

"How can that be? I told you I'd cook for you myself if you came!"

"OK then."

Ten minutes later, someone opened the door and Xia He entered the room wearing an office lady uniform.

Fang Qingye opened her arms, and the two embraced and kissed tightly.

"I'll go change my clothes and then cook." Xia He struggled to separate from him.

"I'll carry you."

Fang Qingye picked Xia He up in a princess carry, then walked to the bedroom, threw her on the bed, and suddenly pounced on her.

"What are you doing? I need to cook," Xia He said reproachfully.

"What are you cooking? This is like a thunderbolt striking an earth-shattering fire!"

A sudden storm raged before gradually subsiding.

Xia He lay contentedly in bed, reached for her phone on the bedside table, checked the time, and quickly nudged Fang Qingye: "Oh dear, it's almost two o'clock! My appointment is at two-thirty! Get up now!"

Fang Qingye knew it was bad to be late, so she quickly got up and dressed. Since they didn't have time to eat, the two of them ate some bread, made a cup of milk powder, ate it, and then hurriedly went downstairs.

"Don't do that again. Rushing around like that is no good at all," Xia He complained in the elevator.

"Not good? Some people are looking rosy-cheeked and radiant right now, isn't that good?" Fang Qingye glanced at her and said.

Xia He took out a small mirror from her bag and looked at herself. Sure enough, it was just as he had said.

I felt a surge of joy inside, but I still said:
"How annoying!" The two arrived at the underground parking lot, and Fang Qingye got into Xia He's BMW and drove to a high-end office building, where they met this woman named Nan Jing.

She looked to be under forty years old, and was dressed in a gray-white business suit, which made her look very capable.

"This is my friend, Nan Jing, the general manager and chief designer of Yingfan Architectural Design Company."

"This is Fang Qingye, the chairman of Nanxin Huacheng Development Company."

Xia He introduced the two to each other. Fang Qingye extended her right hand and said, "Hello, President Nan."

"Hello, Mr. Fang. I've heard Xia He mention the development of Nanxin Lake. Your vision and awareness are very advanced," Nan Jing said with a smile.

"You flatter me. I'm a newcomer to the real estate industry, so I came here specifically to ask for your advice," Fang Qingye said politely.

The three of them sat on the sofa, and then Nan Jing said with a smile, "President Fang, it's a bit of a pity."

"What regret?"

"Why didn't you choose Huijing Design Company for your Lakeview Residence project? If we, Yingfan Design, had designed a building plan that would have satisfied you."

"I'm really sorry, we'll have the opportunity to work together again next time," Fang Qingye said apologetically.

Song Qingdong and Qian Weimin initially thought that the design of the residential complex could be done by their own development company or by some familiar architectural design companies in Jinghai, but Fang Qingye rejected this idea.

Since Lakeview Residence is positioned as a high-end community, the design should be done by some excellent design companies. The community should be designed to be unique and reflect noble quality. Let's not go to Huijing, let's go directly to Shanghai!

While contacting suitable design companies in Shanghai, Fang Qingye called Xia He to express her concerns and worries. Xia He then contacted her friend Nan Jing, which led to today's trip.

Nan Jing knew in her heart that the design and planning of this residential complex could no longer be handed over to her company. Xia He had come to her so that she could use her expertise to give Fang Qingye some advice and reminders.

After a few brief pleasantries, we got down to business: "Chairman Fang, I've heard Xia He talk about her ideas for this project and seen the surrounding environment plans. I have some thoughts on this development, which I'd like to share with you for your reference."

"please say."

"Since it is positioned as a high-end residential project, the design concept should be in line with the design of residential projects in Anhui, Beijing and Shanghai, rather than being as monotonous and lacking in personality as residential projects in county towns."

"Of course, the prices of properties in county towns cannot be compared with those in Shanghai and Beijing, so cost and utilization rates must also be considered."

"This is how I see it." Nan Jing took out a sheet of A4 white paper, picked up a pencil, and quickly sketched a topographical map of "Lake View Residence" on it.

“The community should consist of high-rise buildings, mid-rise buildings, and townhouses to meet the needs of different groups of people. We can divide these different areas into three zones: high, medium, and low.”

"In this low-density area, two folding corridors (Cuiyuan and Xiuyin) can separate the entrance alleyway from the main public area, creating a clear distinction between the interior and exterior views and ensuring privacy upon entering the home. Inside are individual courtyard houses."
"The second zone, which is mainly composed of high-rise buildings, should have a spacious layout and be surrounded by scenic parks."
Nan Jing spent an hour explaining her ideas to Fang Qingye, who nodded repeatedly as he listened.

The design concept certainly aligns with my expectations, but of course, cost must also be considered.

“Mr. Fang, I also want to remind you of something. I don’t know if you’re aware, but some developers in the county are using the three-set blueprint method,” Nan Jing said.

Fang Qingye smiled after hearing this, "I know."

"Alright, then I won't ramble on anymore."

After leaving Nan Jing's company, Fang Qingye asked Xia He in a low voice, "Have you discussed compensation with her?"

“I told her she didn’t want it, saying she would offer this kind of simple consultation for free,” Xia He replied.

Fang Qingye nodded and said nothing more.

"Hey, Qingye, do you know what the three-set blueprint method is? I was too embarrassed to ask earlier," Xiahe asked curiously.

(End of this chapter)