Ross Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 Midtown is less than a square mile. There's no way that plus Downtown gets a congressional district. Congressional districts for Texas are currently around 700,000 population, not the 20,000 or so that live in the middle of town 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 Even if Downtown/Midtown did increase its population enough to warrant being its own congressional district, it would never happen. This is Texas, where liberal enclaves are chopped into mincemeat, and congressional districts are shaped to include both Kerrville and Austin. 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobruss Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 You have a very good point dgbigtex56. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mollusk Posted May 12, 2018 Share Posted May 12, 2018 ... and Austin and Houston, and Austin and San Antonio, and Austin and Cleburne... 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted May 17, 2018 Share Posted May 17, 2018 I still say they are on the last floor on this part of the building, this from Westheimer and Bagby. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarathonMan Posted May 17, 2018 Share Posted May 17, 2018 1 hour ago, hindesky said: I still say they are on the last floor on this part of the building, this from Westheimer and Bagby. Yes. This is, indeed, the top floor. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigFootsSocks Posted May 18, 2018 Share Posted May 18, 2018 I was wrong on so many level... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TheSirDingle Posted June 30, 2018 Share Posted June 30, 2018 Sorry to bump this, but anybody know how this project is progressing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted July 21, 2018 Share Posted July 21, 2018 (edited) On 6/30/2018 at 0:45 PM, TheSirDingle said: Sorry to bump this, but anybody know how this project is progressing? Sure. He's construction photos from today. Edited July 21, 2018 by ekdrm2d1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoustonMidtown Posted July 29, 2018 Share Posted July 29, 2018 q5Ro%WesRN+bkClcnsF6XA by Houston Midtown, on Flickr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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CREguy13 Posted September 9, 2018 Share Posted September 9, 2018 I'm interested to see the to be announced projects within a 6 block radius of this WF - I can consider Pearl on Helena as an example. There has to be a lot of Multifamily developers looking. This will become a pretty dense area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CREguy13 Posted November 2, 2018 Share Posted November 2, 2018 Does anyone know how this is coming along or if it seems to be progressing? Just an observation, but this seems to be moving at a snails pace.. the HEB Buffalo Heights project is blowing past this. It also started several months after and is much larger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
htownbro Posted November 2, 2018 Share Posted November 2, 2018 On 5/11/2018 at 11:37 PM, bobruss said: So this is coming in off the spur. Seeing that image offers a whole new perspective and scale to the thought of coming into downtown. Ten years ago, this image would've been closer to the Webster, or W. Gray intersection, and way before you encountered any thing like this. And this density starts back at Herman Park. It's amazing how much massing has occurred in such a short time. Midtown has almost filled in. It will be interesting to see how density numbers have changed in Midtown over the last 15 years. I think at some point in the not distant future, the Downtown/Midtown's, density levels will necessitate, and expedite +, the creation of a new congressional district. I've always maintained that our Midtown, would become a smaller version of Manhattan's. I see some similarities in the way our Downtown, Midtown, Hermann park, and Texas Med Center are laid out, in comparison to that of Manhattan's. I realize there's no comparison in scale, size, or sheer numbers. I haven't checked to see what the size and scale difference is, in sq. miles, and park acreage. Or from tip to tip. It appears that most of Midtown will be in the 5-8 story range residential blocks, with some mid rises and a few high rises. A Williams Tower, height building would be a skyline Game Changer! Can you imagine the view from one of those extremely high overpasses out on the beltway coming into 59, that allows you to see all three skylines in one sweeping panorama. It's best to be a passenger, so you can take it all in, and not end up doing a high dive off the barrier. Now picture that 65 story building smack dab in the middle of Midtown. It would become that central piece that would be like a beacon connecting Downtown to the Med Center. That skyline shot would be pretty spectacular, and rival just about any. Speaking of our med center. It's turned into quite a jewel box full of wonderful gems. If you haven't driven up Bertner from O.S.T., all the way to Baylor you'll be in for a treat. At OST, just before turning onto Bertner your view of the southern end of the med center gives you a great spot to see how TMC3, will fit into the grid. Once TMC3, is built TMC, will be solid to OST, with several U.T. and M.D. Anderson, buildings south. The first thing you'll notice is how expansive it's become, and how modern and new everything is. Except for the imposing fortress like garage at Holcombe, which is probably the most stifling edifice in TMC, everything else is fresh and reflective. The landscaping, lighting, and water features provide a cohesive, public realm with nice sidewalks and abundant shade trees. A walk through the area is calming and recuperative. Flowers are abundant The new Methodist is pretty much finished and it has some beautiful lines. The architects did an excellent job of transitioning into the new Methodist, with the continuation of the dark glazing and undulating walls. The new Methodist has a very Modern look and I like the top. Something about the top of the building reminds me of the old Prudential building. Sure miss it and the Shamrock. + Brooklyn 173 I read in some article that TMC is bigger than downtown Dallas in square miles. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted November 3, 2018 Share Posted November 3, 2018 Tower crane is coming down this weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CREguy13 Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 I was wrong, I drove by this tonight and it looks really really good. The scaffolding on the South end has started to come down and you can see the facade. This WF will be a huge catalyst for midtown. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triton Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 Midtown by Marc longoria, on Flickr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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hindesky Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 B358B619-937A-4B27-8D39-2E5C72F2BC41 by David, on Flickr 5A4A2E03-836F-447E-8200-323128B1F2B9 by David, on Flickr 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainJilliams Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 Looks sharp, I like it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted November 26, 2018 Share Posted November 26, 2018 Looks great, especially the front where the branding is. This part is town wont stop growing 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j_cuevas713 Posted November 26, 2018 Share Posted November 26, 2018 The city better start on the Lower Westheimer reconstruction soon. Foot traffic is going to increase quickly in this area. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hindesky Posted December 21, 2018 Share Posted December 21, 2018 East side. C274658D-3F3B-4F7C-BB0F-30251CF55228 by David, on Flickr FB17FB31-A70D-469A-9B25-672893196FBD by David, on Flickr 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TheSirDingle Posted January 14, 2019 Share Posted January 14, 2019 Is there a set opening date for the whole foods? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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bobruss Posted February 11, 2019 Share Posted February 11, 2019 Nice pics BeerNut. That last one makes me wish they'd keep all of that color. Now that would be such a great fun combination of colors It's a little reminiscent of a Mondrian. Although I like the skin and textures a lot, that red yellow and green would make it pop. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeerNut Posted February 11, 2019 Share Posted February 11, 2019 4 minutes ago, bobruss said: Nice pics BeerNut. That last one makes me wish they'd keep all of that color. Now that would be such a great fun combination of colors It's a little reminiscent of a Mondrian. Although I like the skin and textures a lot, that red yellow and green would make it pop. Thanks. I totally agree on the color thing, I wonder which future Houston developer will be take a chance and expand their palate. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timoric Posted February 12, 2019 Share Posted February 12, 2019 (edited) - Edited July 12, 2019 by Timoric 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilcal Posted February 27, 2019 Share Posted February 27, 2019 This may not be news, but Whole Foods is killing their 365 store label. Wasn't this location originally going to be one? Either way, it'll be just a normal Whole Foods nowhttps://www.eater.com/2019/2/27/18243123/whole-foods-365-stores-rip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cspwal Posted February 27, 2019 Share Posted February 27, 2019 This location was always going to be a normal Whole Foods. I believe the new 365 one was going to be in the Heights Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted February 27, 2019 Share Posted February 27, 2019 9 minutes ago, cspwal said: This location was always going to be a normal Whole Foods. I believe the new 365 one was going to be in the Heights Yep. The Heights location was the last store to open before the 365 idea was scrapped. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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urbanize713 Posted March 8, 2019 Share Posted March 8, 2019 (edited) Love the development, hate that the power lines were not buried. If the City wont do it, why don't they ask the developer to do it as an improvement on these new builds? Anyone have any insight? Edited March 8, 2019 by urbanize713 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Houston19514 Posted March 8, 2019 Share Posted March 8, 2019 7 minutes ago, urbanize713 said: Love the development, hate that the power lines were not buried. If the City wont do it why don't they ask the developer to do it as an improvement on these new builds? Anyone have any insight? Many developers do bury them. I'm surprised this one did not. (Sometimes, I think it seems to be done in the later stages of development/construction, but I think it would have been done by this point...) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LBC2HTX Posted March 8, 2019 Share Posted March 8, 2019 2 hours ago, urbanize713 said: Love the development, hate that the power lines were not buried. If the City wont do it, why don't they ask the developer to do it as an improvement on these new builds? Anyone have any insight? Underground is expensive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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dbigtex56 Posted April 18, 2019 Share Posted April 18, 2019 The final cladding has gone up on the south and west street level sides of the building. Is it just me, or do the green and yellow checkerboard patterns bring the old U-Totem stores to mind? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted April 19, 2019 Share Posted April 19, 2019 On 3/8/2019 at 4:24 PM, LBC2HTX said: Underground is expensive True, and it can come with its own problems (especially in flood-prone areas). Still, the rebuilding of Elgin St from Main St to Brazos St was a window of opportunity that is now closed. Now that that seemingly endless project has been completed, it's unlikely that anyone will propose digging it up to add underground utilities in the foreseeable future. Imagine downtown Houston with above ground utilities; the very idea is absurd. Given that Midtown is experiencing a rapid transformation into a densely developed area, it seems likely that someday utilities will be buried. IMO, it would have made sense to take the plunge while the street was being completely rebuilt. Could-a, should-a, would-a.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texasota Posted April 19, 2019 Share Posted April 19, 2019 You say that, but... isn't this section of Elgin included in the Westheimer rebuild? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattyt36 Posted April 19, 2019 Share Posted April 19, 2019 41 minutes ago, dbigtex56 said: True, and it can come with its own problems (especially in flood-prone areas). Such as . . . ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-Town Man Posted April 19, 2019 Share Posted April 19, 2019 6 minutes ago, mattyt36 said: Such as . . . ? Water getting into the conduits... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattyt36 Posted April 19, 2019 Share Posted April 19, 2019 14 minutes ago, H-Town Man said: Water getting into the conduits... Has that proven to be a large problem here in areas where lines are buried? On balance (taking out the cost part of the equation, which is clear), when installed correctly to , over their life-cycle, are underground lines preferable to above-ground in terms of service availability? https://www.tdworld.com/intelligent-undergrounding/flooding-and-underground-cables-myth-or-reality 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted April 19, 2019 Share Posted April 19, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, mattyt36 said: Such as . . . ? With above ground utility lines, often the source of a problem is clearly identifiable (i.e., a limb across a power line). A short or break in an underground line can be difficult to pinpoint, and may require extensive digging to track down the problem. Obviously, repairs would be further complicated if the problem is in a flooded area. Full disclosure: my experience with underground service is limited to residential areas and occurred several years ago. That being said, there were problems caused by Houston's gumbo soil, including degrading of the insulation covering the wires, and stress caused by the expansion and contraction of the soil. edit: Didn't see your second post before making my reply. The shortcomings I described above can largely be eliminated if sufficient precautions are taken. We agree that these measures don't come cheap. Edited April 19, 2019 by dbigtex56 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-Town Man Posted April 19, 2019 Share Posted April 19, 2019 38 minutes ago, mattyt36 said: Has that proven to be a large problem here in areas where lines are buried? On balance (taking out the cost part of the equation, which is clear), when installed correctly to , over their life-cycle, are underground lines preferable to above-ground in terms of service availability? https://www.tdworld.com/intelligent-undergrounding/flooding-and-underground-cables-myth-or-reality My uncle is an electrician and says it's not a matter of if, but when water will enter the conduit. This has more to do with the high water table and large amounts of rainfall than flooding. I would take the link with a grain of salt; industry publications tend to promote and be overly optimistic about technologies and services in the industry. This is because they live on advertising and the advertisers are selling the products/services they write articles about. The article reads like an advertisement and does not include any stats on the historical performance of buried lines, just a bunch of explanation of how well the lines are designed, therefore they could never take in water. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luminare Posted April 19, 2019 Share Posted April 19, 2019 4 hours ago, H-Town Man said: My uncle is an electrician and says it's not a matter of if, but when water will enter the conduit. This has more to do with the high water table and large amounts of rainfall than flooding. I would take the link with a grain of salt; industry publications tend to promote and be overly optimistic about technologies and services in the industry. This is because they live on advertising and the advertisers are selling the products/services they write articles about. The article reads like an advertisement and does not include any stats on the historical performance of buried lines, just a bunch of explanation of how well the lines are designed, therefore they could never take in water. First part of this I get and understand. The second part sounds like something I would read from some postmodern literary crit class. Of course they are optimistic. They wouldn't write about it or promote it if they didn't think it would be profitable nor be a benefit for others as well (yeah man this process really sucks lets write an article about how terrible this process or product is!). Thats like if in the Post Oak thread where I'm talking about needing to bury trees below grade because its better for pedestrian infrastructure and the take away from that would be that I'm not really advocating for what would be a public good or sound design, but I'm a shill for Big Tree companies and Big Dirt companies. Come on man. Give people the benefit of the doubt. The first part was legit info and the second was just speculative bs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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H-Town Man Posted April 19, 2019 Share Posted April 19, 2019 2 hours ago, Luminare said: First part of this I get and understand. The second part sounds like something I would read from some postmodern literary crit class. Of course they are optimistic. They wouldn't write about it or promote it if they didn't think it would be profitable nor be a benefit for others as well (yeah man this process really sucks lets write an article about how terrible this process or product is!). Thats like if in the Post Oak thread where I'm talking about needing to bury trees below grade because its better for pedestrian infrastructure and the take away from that would be that I'm not really advocating for what would be a public good or sound design, but I'm a shill for Big Tree companies and Big Dirt companies. Come on man. Give people the benefit of the doubt. The first part was legit info and the second was just speculative bs. There should be nothing controversial about skepticism of articles in trade publications. I'm not saying they can't write the article and promote the technology, I'm saying that such an article shouldn't automatically override conventional wisdom on potential problems with burying electrical lines in soggy areas. My sentence "I would take the link with a grain of salt" was pretty modest, nothing like how you're caricaturing me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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