Misc. Uptown Projects/News

[Cadi40]

Agreed. I believe if developers cannot incorporate an older building, then they should at least have unique and creative architecture  that might include materials that mimic older buildings. 

[Spartan]

I think it has to do with contemporary architecture more than anything else. People hate it. All I hear is how ugly all the new apartments are, and I've had multiple conversations with people who independently agree that they will be "throw away" buildings in 20 years.

[kermit]

1 hour ago, Spartan said:

 I've had multiple conversations with people who independently agree that they will be "throw away" buildings in 20 years.

Me too, including with many developers who believe the stick built apartments will have the same lifespan as a house cat.

[Dale]

FYI: Minneapolis' Moxy Hotel is 15 stories.

Now, back to lamentations.

[Cadi40]

Any updates on the Casino near Kings Mountain? Would be good if it went through, especially for that area.

[R.Talbott]

50 minutes ago, Cadi40 said:

Any updates on the Casino near Kings Mountain? Would be good if it went through, especially for that area.

Wrong thread and it ain’t happening any time soon. One thing I actually have a little inside knowledge on.  I wouldn’t hold my breath.

[Cadi40]

Sorry about the thread and darn it! I would’ve  loved for a Hard Rock Hotel. Eh, Maybe we’ll get a Cafe soon. 

[Guest]

Sorry about the thread and darn it! I would’ve  loved for a Hard Rock Hotel. Eh, Maybe we’ll get a Cafe soon. 

I hope not. Less than mediocre food, a big chain, a product of bygone era, that is thankfully, no longer the bellwether of a cities status as a tourist destination.


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[elrodvt]

^Agree! Hard Rock sucks. I traveled overseas a lot with a guy who wanted to visit them all.  Nice guy but it was terrible.  Hot spot for under 18 prostitutes in China. ;-(

[SgtCampsalot]

I took a walk around Fourth Ward today (couldn't find an old open thread).

I absolutely lose it over this building at 129 N Poplar St, at W 5th St. According to its page on the Charlotte Historical Landmarks Commission site, it is known as the Bagley-Mullen House, built in 1895.

It feels like a wing of Hogwarts. It currently houses a tattoo parlor, et al, owned by The Kearny Group, LLC, surrounded by parking lot, across the street from 5th & Poplar condominiums.

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This residence is the best brick example of the Queen Anne style in Charlotte. Note the cornet tower. It was built speculatively, one of hundreds of Victorian dwellings that lined Charlotte streets from the 1890s until the "urban renewal" era of the 1960s and 1970s. Its first owner-occupant was Mr. A.J. Bagley, a ticket agent for the Southern Railway.

Edited March 26, 2018 by SgtCampsalot

[tozmervo]

5 minutes ago, SgtCampsalot said:

I took a walk around Fourth Ward today (couldn't find an old open thread).

I absolutely lose it over this building at 129 N Poplar St, at W 5th St. According to its page on the Charlotte Historical Landmarks Commission site, it is known as the Bagley-Mullen House, built in 1985.

It feels like a wing of Hogwarts. It currently houses a tattoo parlor, et al, owned by The Kearny Group, LLC, surrounded by parking lot.

That reversal of numbers is practically believable in Charlotte, where one might have a 33-year-old historic property

[nakers2]

23 hours ago, tozmervo said:

That reversal of numbers is practically believable in Charlotte, where one might have a 33-year-old historic property

I live in a building that's 7 months old....time to start looking for a new place. 

[KJHburg]

Here is how Charlotte's uptown parking compares to other major cities.  You can tell which ones have very vibrant urban centers like Charlotte and those without.   Interesting.  On a side note I was shocked at the parking prices in downtown LA and they were a lot more than this study indicated.   https://www.parkopedia.com/static/reports/ppa_parkopedia_top40_us_cities_parkingindex2018.pdf

[Cadi40]

Does anyone think if the Park Road Shake Shack location is successful they will add other in the Charlotte area? I could see one doing successful in South End.

[Prodev]

They already have a second and are working on a third in addition to the airport location.

[CLTProductions]

8 minutes ago, Prodev said:

They already have a second and are working on a third in addition to the airport location.

 

Super DL 

[Cadi40]

My apologies for being so far behind. I sure hope they expand even further given the fact that the news is reporting on it and gave 10 tips on Shake Shack, Might I add it hasn't even opened yet nor has an opening date. Sure hope it's successful although with the news reporting on it I'm sure it won't have any issues, Especially on Park Rd.

Edited March 30, 2018 by Cadi40

[asthasr]

On 3/23/2018 at 6:50 PM, Cadi40 said:

I’ll admit, I never got the buzz of Old buildings until I was walking around DC again. Only thing I wish for is more street retail reguardless of the buildings age.

Have you been to Georgetown? My favorite part of DC to walk around in.

On 3/28/2018 at 6:02 PM, KJHburg said:

Here is how Charlotte's uptown parking compares to other major cities.  You can tell which ones have very vibrant urban centers like Charlotte and those without.   Interesting.  On a side note I was shocked at the parking prices in downtown LA and they were a lot more than this study indicated.   https://www.parkopedia.com/static/reports/ppa_parkopedia_top40_us_cities_parkingindex2018.pdf

It's interesting to see the contrasts between the framing of parking and traffic. Almost always, suburban residents complain about traffic and parking "problems" if you can't drive to any area without stopping and immediately park upon arriving there. If you look at metrics of metropolitan success, however, successful places have more traffic and "worse" parking. It's like the ever-famous Yogi Berra quote.

[DH17]

A LOT of potential in this area, especially if the Brooklyn Village development happens and if that surface lot next to 3rd st. station is developed.

[JacksonH]

4 hours ago, asthasr said:

Have you been to Georgetown? My favorite part of DC to walk around in.

There are so many beautiful neighborhoods in DC.  Walking through the residential areas of Georgetown is indeed fantastic.  It oozes with charm at every turn and is a must-see.  I also love Kalorama,  Embassy Row along Massachusetts Avenue, Capitol Hill, Logan Circle, and Old Town Alexandria across the river, among others.  Then venturing a bit away from DC, Annapolis, Maryland is stunning!

[Dale]

4 hours ago, asthasr said:

Have you been to Georgetown? My favorite part of DC to walk around in.

It's interesting to see the contrasts between the framing of parking and traffic. Almost always, suburban residents complain about traffic and parking "problems" if you can't drive to any area without stopping and immediately park upon arriving there. If you look at metrics of metropolitan success, however, successful places have more traffic and "worse" parking. It's like the ever-famous Yogi Berra quote.

LA is the worst of both worlds. It's hell to drive anywhere. But 100 miles of light rail is just a drop in the bucket in a metro so vast.

[JorgiPorgi]

This is a busy picture with development. 

From Easter Sunday. 

[Cadi40]

Novel Stonewall actually looks OK from this angle.

[asthasr]

9 hours ago, Cadi40 said:

Novel Stonewall actually looks OK from this angle.

Yeah, if you cut off 66% of the Great Wall, it looks fine

[Hunted]

I would love to see something of substantial height be built on the parking lot that is next to the NASCAR HQ, in front of 550 Stonewall. That would make the approach to Caldwell from South Blvd appear much more dense. Plenty of potential along Caldwell for future dev.