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[TNinVB]

horrible photo and all, but the new at+t building's new lighting makes me smile every evening. now with 100% more yule tidings!

Wow it looks cool but I wonder why all the lights are still not working. You'd think that would have been fixed. And one side is white instead of red.

[farm_boy]

That is cool! We need some nighttime colors in the skyline!

[titanhog]

Yeah...it looks like Batman still has some light issues...but they're getting there (bless their hearts). 

[farm_boy]

Crane for the Hilton Garden Inn on KVB is coming down now. Bye bye crane :'(

[farm_boy]

Artisan on 18th

[farm_boy]

Hume Fogg gym

[CenterHill]

Couple of photos today of progress on the East riverfront park construction.    

 

 

[grilled_cheese]

What is going on in the first pic?  Are they going to put sand down there or something?  Or will they just leave it as concrete?

[dmillsphoto]

What is going on in the first pic?  Are they going to put sand down there or something?  Or will they just leave it as concrete?

 

Putting sod down. The sandy looking stuff is pre-sod.

[titanhog]

What's the reason for putting in a smooth slope to the water?  It's almost like a ramp or something.

[CenterHill]

The lower slope is a stone "mesh" paver material. It will have a fine crushed gravel between the stone pavers, creating a stable surface to walk down and wade, splash and launch kayaks.

Above that is a grassy slope. They've regraded the angle to make a gentler slope for walking, sitting on blankets and general skyline gazing.

This will be very cool.

[titanhog]

The lower slope is a stone "mesh" paver material. It will have a fine crushed gravel between the stone pavers, creating a stable surface to walk down and wade, splash and launch kayaks.

Above that is a grassy slope. They've regraded the angle to make a gentler slope for walking, sitting on blankets and general skyline gazing.

This will be very cool.

Thanks!  That sounds really nice.

 

Is the Cumberland suitable for kayaking?  I've never kayaked...so I wouldn't know.

[nashvillwill]

Thanks! That sounds really nice.

Is the Cumberland suitable for kayaking? I've never kayaked...so I wouldn't know.

I've done it. Everyone I know thinks it's disgusting, but they don't know what they are missing. It's a fantastic way to catch a show at riverfront for free. I wouldn't drink out of the river, but then again, we all do everyday.

[volsfanwill]

Thanks!  That sounds really nice.

 

Is the Cumberland suitable for kayaking?  I've never kayaked...so I wouldn't know.

I would imagine so, people Kayak around NYC.  I have personally Kayaked the Tennessee in downtown Knoxville, and of course the Harpeth around here.  the only non commercialized river I have been on is the Obion near my parents house. it is shallow, and fairly dirty, but relaxing since there is no one else.

[MidTenn1]

I saw once where they envisioned crew boats in the water, much like the Charles River in Boston.

[dmillsphoto]

© Chuck Sutherland on Flickr.

 

[Vrtigo]

Can someone crop out the lower right-hand corner of that photo? The straight-from-suburbia signs ruin the whole thing.

 

Come to think of it, that might be a good idea for downtown as a whole...

[Griz83]

Thanks!  That sounds really nice.

 

Is the Cumberland suitable for kayaking?  I've never kayaked...so I wouldn't know.

 

Yes, the Cumberland is suitable for kayaking.  It's not whitewater; but you can certainly kayak on it.  Of course, if you go upriver some, you can come sailing with me!

[volsfanwill]

Can someone crop out the lower right-hand corner of that photo? The straight-from-suburbia signs ruin the whole thing.

 

Come to think of it, that might be a good idea for downtown as a whole...

you are correct, I just covered the corner with my finger and it looks a ton better

[dmillsphoto]

Actually, Pete, I know we don't have that angle of Paramount but do you mind trying your best on that shot?

[MLBrumby]

© Chuck Sutherland on Flickr.

 

Great sky... but I think the downtown skyline is so weak from that angle.  Obviously owing to the contours of the land. 

[titanhog]

Here's a few shots I took after working near downtown tonight.  Only had my cell phone...so sorry for the quality.  Need to make sure to start bringing my Canon with me more often. 

 

Btw...I think the Pinnacle is missing a golden opportunity to light their crown in different colors.

 

 

 

 

Edited December 23, 2014 by titanhog

[MidTenn1]

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

 

 

 

[TNVB]

Here's a few shots I took after working near downtown tonight.  Only had my cell phone...so sorry for the quality.  Need to make sure to start bringing my Canon with me more often. 

 

Btw...I think the Pinnacle is missing a golden opportunity to light their crown in different colors.

 

 

 

 

Here's a few shots I took after working near downtown tonight.  Only had my cell phone...so sorry for the quality.  Need to make sure to start bringing my Canon with me more often. 

 

Btw...I think the Pinnacle is missing a golden opportunity to light their crown in different colors.

 

 

 

 

And poor Batman just can't get it together. I stopped by downtown last night on the way to my parents for the holidays and was surprised at how dim it looks. And I wish they would light the entire top like it used to be. I guess the Christmas red and green lights last week were only for that one night..

[smeagolsfree]

Very, very cool Pete.

Thanks for your hard work