Recent content by Stephen Ave

Turning out very nicely. We could use more projects like this around the city.

I suppose there's nowhere online that we can check out the DP?

I would prefer that situation as well, but I know there are people that would prefer this area around Chinook. The Beltline/downtown still has some stigma of crime and homeless issues to the average person. Rightful or not, those concerns exist for many. Chinook with the huge mall and piles of...

It depends on your situation. Personally I would prefer Westbrook or Currie, but I can see why this would appeal to some. If you’re a couple where one person works downtown and one person works in a suburban location this works very well. Also the shopping and retail options are better than...

Originally from SSP. Like the others came here because SSP was turning to shit. Truth be told, SSP was at one time the same as this site. Civilized discussion, informative and good contributions, but took a downward turn. Back in the day it was a good place to hang. That said there are things...

I'd be happy just to see the podium built. Anything to get of the construction eyesore.

From Ali McMillan Twitter https://twitter.com/mcmillan_ali Flyover park update.

I think it's an improvement. If only they could get rid of that 80's mirrored glass and install something more transparent.

I almost wish there wasn't a second building. This building is going to be so cool on its own, a twin will kind of cheapen it :(

That crane has been there for a while working on tower II, but yeah, maybe the third tower is coming.

Too bad this wasn't brick at least on the front facade, it would make such a nice streetscape addition.

Pocket change for some of the wealthy in China who are looking for a place to put their sons or daughters.

Hooray!

ha ha, I was thinking the same thing. It reminds me of something you'd see on the front of Architectural Digest - in 1965, which is one of the reasons I love it.

This will be a game changer for the neighborhood.