Inner Loop - CBD, Downtown, East Bank, Germantown, Gulch, Rutledge

[nvestnbna]

On 5/3/2018 at 3:28 AM, markhollin said:

Interior renovations continue for Hastings Architecture as they repurpose the former Ben West Library building. 


 

I can't wait to see the final product here. There better not be a single old brick anywhere in this building. 

 

On 5/13/2018 at 7:31 AM, markhollin said:

Yeehaw Brewery update. Gutting is underway in the 14,400 sq. ft. warehouse at 423 6th Ave. South that was built originally in 1950. 

Looking NE along Peabody St., 1/2 block west of 6th Ave. South:

Looking NW from intersection of Peabody St. and 6th Ave. South:

Let me know when you are down this way, I'll give you a quick tour. 

[markhollin]

A 3 story, 55 unit apartment for low-income seniors is going to be built at the SW corner of 26th Ave. North and Clarksville Hwy. by Urban Housing Solutions.  The $11.3 million project, which will break ground in mid-June, is Phase three of UHS' plan for the property.  Phase one was completed in 2017, and Phase Two is about to start.
 

More here:

https://www.nashvillepost.com/business/development/article/21005034/start-looms-for-lowincome-seniors-apartment-project

 

[smeagolsfree]

Granny is not staying there if I had a granny. Well maybe my paternal Granny cause I didnt like her very much. Seriously, this is not an ideal location. Not walkable, no grocery store, not in a really safe neighborhood, high car traffic area. The list can go on.

[Pdt2f]

20 minutes ago, smeagolsfree said:

Granny is not staying there if I had a granny. Well maybe my paternal Granny cause I didnt like her very much. Seriously, this is not an ideal location. Not walkable, no grocery store, not in a really safe neighborhood, high car traffic area. The list can go on.

Maybe it’s directed towards families with unloved grannies who have large life insurance policies. They can call it Dodge City Solutions Retirement Community  

[TNinVB]

Is something up with the lights on the Batman building? They spires haven’t been lit in a while, except for when the Predators played. 

[smeagolsfree]

Ten story Gulch hotel up for vote today at MDHA. This is the lot at 100 11th Ave S.

 

https://www.nashvillepost.com/business/development/article/21005043/gulch-boutique-hotel-project-progresses

[smeagolsfree]

I have seenthe images now, as they will come out later today. Not sure if I like or hate.

Stay tuned!

[MLBrumby]

See what you mean. Me too!

Pics courtesy of NP... https://www.nashvillepost.com/business/development/article/21005153/virago-owner-unveils-boutique-hotel-project-for-the-gulch

 

Aerial view of east side

View of west side along 11th Avenue

The building, to be located at the T-intersection of 11th Avenue South and McGavock Street, will be called Eleventh House and offer what is billed as a “private members’ lifestyle club.” A fourth-quarter groundbreaking and summer 2020 finish are eyed. 

 

Edited May 15, 2018 by MLBrumby

[TheRaglander]

I think Rutherford County has a building just like it.  Except it's brown.   ...and a prison.

Just now, TheRaglander said:

I think Rutherford County has a building just like it.  Except it's brown.   ...and a prison.

...close...

[nashvylle]

I like it... for some reason. Can understand the criticism too. but it's different and will add value. 

[PruneTracy]

29 minutes ago, MLBrumby said:

a “private members’ lifestyle club.”

Dear Penthouse...

[smeagolsfree]

When I saw it I figured there would be a lot of mixed reaction on here. I still don't know what to think?????

[Flatrock]

I like the style, don't like the machine tool, industrial monochromatic gray color.  Would prefer a medium or dark brown, or multi-hued Earth tone.

[BnaBreaker]

I like it.  I knew immediately that I'd probably like it as soon as smeags said it's a 'you love it or you hate it' situation.  Although like others, I can understand why it wouldn't be someone's cup of tea, I like it because it's something new for Nashville, and regardless of whether or not it's going to win any design awards, I think buildings like this are important because they help to change peoples' perception of what aesthetic design can be.  It doesn't have to necessarily follow rules A, B, and C.  This actually reminds me of a lot of the new architecture I saw in Stockholm when I was there several years ago.

Edited May 15, 2018 by BnaBreaker

[FluffyP13]

Kinda reminds me of the standard high line in new york 

[henburg]

This is another one where materials will make or break it in the end. I dig these style of windows, although I wished that they covered a bit more of the building. That said, I like it so far and like what it contributes to the area. 

Edited May 15, 2018 by henburg

[CenterHill]

1 hour ago, MLBrumby said:

 

 

Reminds me of the old computer punch cards.   I know some of you are old enough to remember those.       

[BnaBreaker]

4 minutes ago, henburg said:

This is another one where materials will make or break it in the end. I dig these style of windows, although I wished that they covered a bit more of the building. That said, I like it so far and like what it contributes to the area. 

Yeah, I think that would be my main critique as well.  I wish the windows went all the way to the top.  A little too much blank wall for my taste up there, but yeah, I like it overall.

[Skyscrapergeek]

Unlike the Nissan Cube, I love it!

[Pdt2f]

That big windowless strip at the top just bothers me for some reason. Other than that I think it’s a fine design. I hope it has good street activation; I’d love for that aspect of the Gulch to keep expanding towards Charlotte. 

[MLBrumby]

LOL... Nissan Cube!  I think those things look like microwave ovens on wheels. I have a corny joke whenever I see one on a road and one of my kids is with me. "Get a bag of microwave popcorn." Sorry... pun was intended. And they come in the gawdawfullest colors too. 

Keep in mind, the Asurion building is going up on just the next block north (opposite side of B'way viaduct). 

[markhollin]

Just so you folks are aware, there IS a thread for this building.  My rule of thumb: if it is 10 stories or higher, it deserves it's own thread.
 

 

[titanhog]

[TNinVB]

Hmmm still not sure. I guess the positive side IMO is that it is filling an empty lot and adding more infill.  At least they are keeping up with the theme of Nashville buildings. 

1 hour ago, titanhog said:

Haha it took me a minute, then I noticed the handle!

[japan]

I kind of like it.  We need something that shakes it up.