Miscellaneous

[Gronk!]

ATB Place construction

A moment in history: Dec. 20, 1966

On this day in 1966, Edmonton discussed proposals for two new skyscrapers in the heart of the city.

edmonton.taproot.news

 

[IanO]

Given the lack of demand for office space, why don't they bring Vista 33 back with an observation area, restaurant and event centre for weddings, corp gatherings etc?

 

[Gronk!]

One would think that Stantec Tower, western Canada's tallest skyscraper, would have a public observation deck c/w admission fees that is similar to the Calgary Tower. Yet another missed opportunity (and there's a long line of that in this city).

 

[David A]

Given the lack of demand for office space, why don't they bring Vista 33 back with an observation area, restaurant and event centre for weddings, corp gatherings etc?

People would probably be more interested in the view from one of the taller buildings than this, of which there are now several. But unfortunately, none have a public space at the top level.

 

[Romanov]

Having toured the top of Stantec, I'm not sure it's the most appealing for a venue. Makes everything seem small and flat. Top of the stantec office portion might be good tho - still high enough, but low enough to be able to admire other towers and see the details of the river valley.

 

[IanO]

I would argue that Telus has a better view than Stantec or a few other taller towers.

 

[Airboy]

I would argue that Telus has a better view than Stantec or a few other taller towers.

I don't know, Statec Top had a pretty good view.

 

[Airboy]

Having toured the top of Stantec, I'm not sure it's the most appealing for a venue. Makes everything seem small and flat. Top of the stantec office portion might be good tho - still high enough, but low enough to be able to admire other towers and see the details of the river valley.

The top of the 30th at Stantec for ready for a restaurant. Some of the required infrastructure is there.

 

[TAS]

Update on these brick townhomes along 102 Ave in Oliver.

Brick getting painted black.

 

[Greenspace]

That looks horrible.

 

[Gronk!]

Update on these brick townhomes along 102 Ave in Oliver.

Brick getting painted black.

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[TAS]

That looks horrible.

Well if you saw it in person like I did... you would also think that.

Then again, it's not finished yet!

 

[EtoV]

"I see historic brick, I want it painted black
Creative integrity is something that I lack.

I see people turn their heads and quickly look away.
The stench of lazy design trends will never go away."


Who knew the rolling stones would see this coming?

And yes I rhymed away with away, because that's the level of effort this reno deserves.

 

[thommyjo]

Same owners as this ol ugly thing that they can’t seem to sell?

https://realtor.ca/real-estate/25985665/11833-102-av-nw-edmonton-oliver?utm_source=consumerapp&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=socialsharelisting

 

[IanO]

I don't know, Statec Top had a pretty good view. View attachment 529066View attachment 529067View attachment 529068View attachment 529069View attachment 529070View attachment 529072View attachment 529075View attachment 529077View attachment 529080

Case in point.