Charlotte Photo of the Day

[Guest]

I'm trying to imagine how this view would look without the tree canopy. What would it resemble and would it look better or worse?

Lennar, Legacy Union, Tryon Place and 401 South Graham will do a lot for this view of the skyline. Really going to be one incredibly girthy view. Will be the most impressive view of the skyline in charlotte.


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[Cadi40]

I really hope South End gets some height.

[Hunted]

On 12/31/2017 at 12:08 PM, AirNostrumMAD said:

I don’t even see Hearst poking through fog.

Whoops, meant to say “isn’t”.

[KJHburg]

Cold but no snow today. Never tire of the view of Duke Energy Center. 

[KJHburg]

A couple more uptown had to cut my walk short because of the cold today.  

[KJHburg]

Between Monster Truck Jam and BofA free museum day Uptown was hopping today and I was circling all over to my free spot. Couple photos I took.  Some interesting shadows today. 

[GeauxCLT]

In that second photo, zoomed out, BACC and Hearst seem to be a combined building of two contrasting styles and it looks awesome. Thanks for sharing.

[nakers2]

On 12/31/2017 at 3:59 PM, NCMike1990 said:

I'm trying to imagine how this view would look without the tree canopy. What would it resemble and would it look better or worse?

Well considering this is the air quality cam, I would say a lack of trees would make uptown disappear into a blanket of choking smog. I agree with the sentiment though, there are some midrise buildings in South Charlotte that are entirely below the canopy, but without it I feel like it would look no better than some of the new areas of clear cut development in suburban parts of town. 

[nakers2]

On 1/1/2018 at 10:36 AM, ricky_davis_fan_21 said:

Lennar, Legacy Union, Tryon Place and 401 South Graham will do a lot for this view of the skyline. Really going to be one incredibly girthy view. Will be the most impressive view of the skyline in charlotte.


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And considering there are still a lot of gaps to fill, and it already looks this imposing, it will look amazing in the coming years. I think Charlotte's skyline is severely underrated, it doesn't hold any of the traditonal "records" like tallest or widest, or most buildings, but it's got good balance and variety. Not too many towers the same height, there's a distinct centerpiece, though I won't fight a 1,000+ footer.

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[AuLukey]

And considering there are still a lot of gaps to fill, and it already looks this imposing, it will look amazing in the coming years. I think Charlotte's skyline is severely underrated, it doesn't hold any of the traditonal "records" like tallest or widest, or most buildings, but it's got good balance and variety. Not too many towers the same height, there's a distinct centerpiece, though I won't fight a 1,000+ footer.

 

Why in the world would you want the “widest” building?

 

It’s fun to dream and all, but Charlotte isn’t going to hold those kinds records, ever. But that’s not a bad thing. Unless we suddenly unearth huge oil fields underneath Mecklenburg County, Charlotte will never be a MEGA boom town. To expect or hope for anything of the sort would be ludicrous.

 

All I hope for is responsible, well planned development that is also pleasing to the eye.

[Skyybutter]

One word Charlotte doesnt believe in is NEVER!.... I get everything you are saying , but Charlotte has been told never regarding so many things. The original Charlotte hornets NBA  franchise, The Panthers NFL franchise was laughed at throughout the country!. The longer your a resident , the more you will see that being told "it'll never happen" is motivation in Charlotte . Magical things happen every day here. It's fun to watch!!

[KJHburg]

^^^ In reference to the NBA franchise a Phoenix sports writer famously said the only franchise Charlotte would ever get is a McDonalds. Yet now we are so upscale we have the NBA team and no McDonalds uptown at least.   Charlotte has always punched way above its weight for sure. 

[Nick2]

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[SydneyCarton]

That first aerial shot is incredible!

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5 minutes ago, SydneyCarton said:

That first aerial shot is incredible!

No doubt. I think it illustrates quite well that uptown is doing an amazing job at balancing decent density and great tree canopy.

[Hunted]

Some more recent drone vids:

 

[Hugo704]

Last night’s sunset. View from Merchant & Trade

[KJHburg]

My professional friend took this from Novant Hospital area this morning around sunrise.  

[SydneyCarton]

Wow.  

[pathb]

Wasn't interested in driving or getting my own bike dirty this morning, so gave a dockless bike a shot on the commute.  

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[Guest]

I'm expecting great pictures from everyone!

[AP3]

I'm expecting great pictures from everyone!

A snowy retro Harris Teeter from my balcony lol



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[JoshuaDrown]

Romare Bearden was active all day... lots of families, children, and pets. It was great to see.