mollusk Posted September 2, 2018 Share Posted September 2, 2018 ^^ The signs look like they're for the fence rental company (based on size and placement) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toxtethogrady Posted September 21, 2018 Share Posted September 21, 2018 I remember the old Westcreek Market. I drove past that more than a few times. Sad to see it go, but it was bound to happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted September 22, 2018 Share Posted September 22, 2018 On 9/2/2018 at 4:02 PM, mollusk said: ^^ The signs look like they're for the fence rental company (based on size and placement) Looks to be 2 or 3 different company signs. One is for a developer, the demo company, and finally the fence company Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted September 24, 2018 Share Posted September 24, 2018 Is the rendering in the HBJ factual? One of our first glimpses right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted October 6, 2018 Share Posted October 6, 2018 On 8/4/2018 at 11:38 PM, LBC2HTX said: Does anyone know what the booms were doing at steak48. Steak 48 looks tremendous with the greenery on the balcony. Pairs well with the black exterior Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeRichardson Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 (edited) !!! whooOooOohooOoOoooo! Come on, really? I knew the owner of the shop there. Remember, I lived on Westcreek for over 3 years. The owner of Westcreek Market ran an honest business. He had cheaper prices than the Mobile or Exxon or whatever the hell it is at the opposite end of the street at San Felipe. I am not stupid and I understand how private property works. Westcreek Market should have owned their land but we all know that any price within the last 10 years would have been absurd. RIP Westcreek Market. If anyone around there wants a decent price on a bag of nuts or a 12 pack of coke or whatever, drive on down to the CVS, for as long as that might continue to exist. The least you can do is say, "RIP". I actually lived there. I actually patronized businesses around there. Hang me out to dry, I could give a shit. I care about honest men making an honest living. That includes: the operators of Westcreek Market, and even the workmen who build River Oaks District. It does not include people who judge from afar, living in suburb that's not even freaking HARRIS COUNTY, based on some wet dream that they have of the inner loop, that they might happen to drive through once or twice a year. I just hope that not too many affordable places are plowed over every year or GUESS WHAT? We will wind up EXACTLY like California. Go ahead and flame me, watch me care. Edited October 11, 2018 by MikeRichardson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 I agree with you, when in the area I'll drop in buy something, thankful for it's easy access. I'm betting tenants living across the street are missing their late night runs. Knowing that the little hole in the wall was always there for a quick snack or a six-pack. RIP Westcreek Market. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 RIP indeed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thedistrict84 Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 18 hours ago, MikeRichardson said: It does not include people who judge from afar, living in suburb that's not even freaking HARRIS COUNTY, based on some wet dream that they have of the inner loop, that they might happen to drive through once or twice a year. I would imagine some of the people on here who talk about “building vertical” and “density” and “activated pedestrian realms” fit this category and barely ever spend more time inside the loop than they have to. They want to build high-rise towers everywhere so they have a pretty skyline to look at on their commute. But, would they actually want to live in them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 La Peep at 4702 Westheimer is on today’s demo report. Is this apart of Phase II? Looks to be the same parking lot? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LBC2HTX Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 22 minutes ago, ekdrm2d1 said: La Peep at 4702 Westheimer is on today’s demo report. Is this apart of Phase II? Looks to be the same parking lot? Yes its the phase 2 lot, but i'm not sure they're going to start phase 2 yet. Technically the Equinox hotel, which is moving forward, is not part of ROD phase 2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houston19514 Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 4 minutes ago, LBC2HTX said: Yes its the phase 2 lot, but i'm not sure they're going to start phase 2 yet. Technically the Equinox hotel, which is moving forward, is not part of ROD phase 2. OliverMcMillan, the owner/developer, seems to think it is: <p>The new 3.4-acre site, adjacent to River Oaks District and located at the northwest corner of Westcreek Lane and Westheimer, will be developed as part of Phase II of River Oaks District. The expansion will complement the existing site and the greater Houston-area with a luxury hotel alongside either an office or multi-family residential tower.</p> <br>OOliOl The new 3.4-acre site, adjacent to River Oaks District and located at the northwest corner of Westcreek Lane and Westheimer, will be developed as part of Phase II of River Oaks District. The expansion will complement the existing site and the greater Houston-area with a luxury hotel alongside either an office or multi-family residential tower. http://www.olivermcmillan.com/places/projects/49/river_oaks_district_phase_ii Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cspwal Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 17 hours ago, thedistrict84 said: They want to build high-rise towers everywhere so they have a pretty skyline to look at on their commute. But, would they actually want to live in them? Yes 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gene Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 haha yep! I live in a condo almost directly across from the galleria and work a block from my condo. so there is no commute however my area is my favorite area of houston... however i spend time all over houston with my friends who live all over houston and they love spending time in my area as well. And I am a huge supporter of locally owned businesses (especially in the heights...) however the place that was demolished not only was a wreck outside with falling siding and gutters and the facade in general needed major tlc, but my slight ocd was triggered whenever i did go in that store that had the nicest owner of one of the filthiest stores I have ever been in. So................................yeah I am glad it's gone and hope the owner and his family find a nicer place to be in that they are proud of enough to keep cleaner! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 Anyone know if La Pepe will actually start demolition today? Wondering if I should take an extra 5 minutes and drive by Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LBC2HTX Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 4 hours ago, Houston19514 said: OliverMcMillan, the owner/developer, seems to think it is: <p>The new 3.4-acre site, adjacent to River Oaks District and located at the northwest corner of Westcreek Lane and Westheimer, will be developed as part of Phase II of River Oaks District. The expansion will complement the existing site and the greater Houston-area with a luxury hotel alongside either an office or multi-family residential tower.</p> <br>OOliOl The new 3.4-acre site, adjacent to River Oaks District and located at the northwest corner of Westcreek Lane and Westheimer, will be developed as part of Phase II of River Oaks District. The expansion will complement the existing site and the greater Houston-area with a luxury hotel alongside either an office or multi-family residential tower. http://www.olivermcmillan.com/places/projects/49/river_oaks_district_phase_ii See Urbanizer's post two pages back: Quote With the successful completion in 2015 of River Oaks District, a luxury mixed-use project boasting some of Houston’s top performing retail and restaurant destinations, OliverMcMillan is looking to develop a parcel adjacent to the current project. The parcel will consist of 267 luxury apartment homes located above 6,000 square feet of retail & restaurant space. The new development will also be located next to a new luxury hotel tower commencing construction in late-2018. Phase II is anticipated to begin construction in 2020 with a 2022 completion date Phase 2 begins construction in 2020, consists of Apts with GFR. The Luxury hotel is no longer consider part of phase 2. But this is just semantics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted October 13, 2018 Share Posted October 13, 2018 I don't eat steak, but Steak 48 looks fantastic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asubrt Posted October 13, 2018 Share Posted October 13, 2018 13 hours ago, ekdrm2d1 said: Anyone know if La Pepe will actually start demolition today? Wondering if I should take an extra 5 minutes and drive by No demolition yet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 Beautiful holiday decorations Noticed Upper Kirby put theirs out as well. They are white/led circular balls around the area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asubrt Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 There's construction signage up for another new restaurant, a Mediterranean place called Ouzo Bay. Looks like it will face Westheimer between Saint Bernard and Bisou. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LBC2HTX Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 15 hours ago, asubrt said: There's construction signage up for another new restaurant, a Mediterranean place called Ouzo Bay. Looks like it will face Westheimer between Saint Bernard and Bisou. Yup, Ouzo Bay and a sister concept, Loch Bar, were announced a while back but haven't started construction until recently. Until recently, the inside of each unoccupied space was literally dirt. So that explains why the new concepts have taken a while to open (e.g. MAD). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asubrt Posted November 8, 2018 Share Posted November 8, 2018 Couldn’t get a pic, but Le Peep is gone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted November 11, 2018 Share Posted November 11, 2018 On the 9th floor of the Stage garage. Got some great shots. I’ll be sure to post them later Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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asubrt Posted November 12, 2018 Share Posted November 12, 2018 Great pics. Excited to see the hotel go up here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted November 17, 2018 Share Posted November 17, 2018 On 10/11/2018 at 4:09 PM, thedistrict84 said: They want to build high-rise towers everywhere so they have a pretty skyline to look at on their commute. But, would they actually want to live in them? On 10/12/2018 at 9:11 AM, cspwal said: Yes Can't speak for everyone (I don't know everyone), but I've known plenty of people who were thrilled to move into high-rises, and even more thrilled to move out. Among the reasons: that spectacular view, with its ever-changing tapestry, is a novelty that can wear off rather quickly. I've heard people say "Hell, after the first month, I barely even looked out the windows." High-rises are buildings in which people commute. After a day of dealing with Houston traffic, many people just want to go home. Instead, there's the parking garage to deal with, the waiting for elevators, the unpredictable stopping and starting on other floors. You're home - but you're not really home. Those extra few minutes can be frustrating. Then, there's the whole elevator etiquette question. Not everyone enjoys being cheek-to-jowl with strangers who use too much perfume (or not enough, if you get my drift). Awkward silences and awkward conversations aren't for everyone. Situations where multiple people are transporting dogs or armloads of groceries are amusing on sit-coms, but sometimes annoying in real life. Having to make two trips is maddening if it means riding an extra 30 or 40 (or more) floors. If you forget your sunglasses or Chap-Stick, often it's easier to buy replacements than to make that trek again. In other words, I'd qualify that "yes". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkultra25 Posted November 17, 2018 Share Posted November 17, 2018 1 hour ago, dbigtex56 said: Then, there's the whole elevator etiquette question. Not everyone enjoys being cheek-to-jowl with strangers who use too much perfume (or not enough, if you get my drift). Awkward silences and awkward conversations aren't for everyone. Situations where multiple people are transporting dogs or armloads of groceries are amusing on sit-coms, but sometimes annoying in real life. "Hell is other people." - Jean-Paul Sartre, No Exit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted November 17, 2018 Share Posted November 17, 2018 (edited) Never mind Edited November 17, 2018 by ekdrm2d1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jgriff Posted November 17, 2018 Share Posted November 17, 2018 3 hours ago, dbigtex56 said: Can't speak for everyone (I don't know everyone), but I've known plenty of people who were thrilled to move into high-rises, and even more thrilled to move out. Among the reasons: that spectacular view, with its ever-changing tapestry, is a novelty that can wear off rather quickly. I've heard people say "Hell, after the first month, I barely even looked out the windows." High-rises are buildings in which people commute. After a day of dealing with Houston traffic, many people just want to go home. Instead, there's the parking garage to deal with, the waiting for elevators, the unpredictable stopping and starting on other floors. You're home - but you're not really home. Those extra few minutes can be frustrating. Then, there's the whole elevator etiquette question. Not everyone enjoys being cheek-to-jowl with strangers who use too much perfume (or not enough, if you get my drift). Awkward silences and awkward conversations aren't for everyone. Situations where multiple people are transporting dogs or armloads of groceries are amusing on sit-coms, but sometimes annoying in real life. Having to make two trips is maddening if it means riding an extra 30 or 40 (or more) floors. If you forget your sunglasses or Chap-Stick, often it's easier to buy replacements than to make that trek again. In other words, I'd qualify that "yes". And at about twice the cost of a house in the same area. There are people who have money to burn. I could afford it but I need a lot more money than I have before I start throwing it away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-Town Man Posted November 19, 2018 Share Posted November 19, 2018 On 11/17/2018 at 2:29 PM, mkultra25 said: "Hell is other people." - Jean-Paul Sartre, No Exit Cheery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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