archited
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^^^^ no tower
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Avenuer
Senior Member
Correct, the podium building constructed first will not have a tower. The next building after that will be the 19 storey tower at the NW corner of the site.
Edmcowboy11
Senior Member
I don't mind seeing that happen first. It will improve the feel of the area with this first part done sooner than later.
MacLac
Senior Member
Hmmmmm….noticed on AB Major Projects site that they now have moved this one from “Proposed” to “Commencing in 2021 worth 70M.”
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EdmTrekker
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I see the website says 2022 and $80m https://majorprojects.alberta.ca/details/The-Hat-at-Old-Strathcona/4326
MacLac
Senior Member
That’s what I meant….lol….my dyslexia just kicked in at that moment
MacLac
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Located in one of Edmonton's most historic neighbourhoods, The Hat at Old Strathcona is minutes away from Whyte Ave, Downtown Edmonton and the River Valley. It is surrounded by unique, local businesses, trendy restaurants, and the natural beauty of the River Valley. Whether you're wanting to...
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Digging this render more.....
This one is going to be so good for the area when it is finished.
goodcitywhenfinished
Active Member
This project will be amazing!
thommyjo
Senior Member
As much as some people don’t love the taller towers in this area, it’ll be key to the retail surviving. Either we have density or we have parking. Stores need one of those to survive. Much prefer density.
EdmTrekker
Senior Member
Better to have boots on the ground from the residents of the immediate area who will shop and influence what types of businesses are needed and can succeed. Density is the key driver to achieve that.
IanO
Superstar
The office and 'off hours' need was directly from business owners, the BIA and others working to support the neighbourhood.
They had very serious vacancy issues, a loss of multiple brands and rental rates that were out of whack with actual footfall/traffic.
That said, there has been an injection of new renos, buildings, apartments and life and that's wonderful to see.
They had very serious vacancy issues, a loss of multiple brands and rental rates that were out of whack with actual footfall/traffic.
That said, there has been an injection of new renos, buildings, apartments and life and that's wonderful to see.
_urbanite
Senior Member
The podium looks "squished" underneath the towers, a 2 storey podium would've been more appropriate IMO.
Overall though it's not bad and that lot badly needed to be developed, so it's a big win for the area regardless.
Will they build all 3 towers at the same time though? Curious to see this one break ground (whenever that will be)
Overall though it's not bad and that lot badly needed to be developed, so it's a big win for the area regardless.
Will they build all 3 towers at the same time though? Curious to see this one break ground (whenever that will be)
IanO
Superstar
I believe they were doing a low-rise podium portion that will act as a rental/sales centre and then proceed with tower 1 and certainly be phased.
thommyjo
Senior Member
I believe whyte is similar to broadway in Vancouver. A 2nd corridor and Main Street. The offices and more mixed use vibe around it is really strong and it makes it a lively place. I agree, more offices on whyte will be a win!