Popular Post Luminare Posted March 9, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted March 9, 2019 This upcoming agenda was pretty light. We do have some rough elevations for this condo tower. Developer: Randall Davis Architect: Powers Brown Elevations 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Urbannizer Posted March 10, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted March 10, 2019 Hey Marlowe 👋🏼 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houstontexasjack Posted March 10, 2019 Share Posted March 10, 2019 45 minutes ago, Urbannizer said: Hey Marlowe 👋🏼 Lol. Following SkyHouse’s model. Go for controlled costs and a repeated innocuous design. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmitch94 Posted March 10, 2019 Share Posted March 10, 2019 Well in my opinion Marlowe is probably his best looking structure as of recent so I’m not too upset. I just wish he’d step away from using white so much for awhile. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nate4l1f3 Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 10 hours ago, jmitch94 said: Well in my opinion Marlowe is probably his best looking structure as of recent so I’m not too upset. I just wish he’d step away from using white so much for awhile. I groan every time I look at Marlowe coming out of Toyota Center. The backside looks unfinished to me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iah77 Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 Probably because they anticipate in a few years something built up against it I would imagine. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luminare Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 (edited) 14 minutes ago, iah77 said: Probably because they anticipate in a few years something built up against it I would imagine. Thats precisely why. Normally, here in Houston, we like to make buildings that are "finished" on all 4 sides, but the more dense we get we will see more buildings with unfinished sides in anticipation of something being built next to it. @nate4l1f3 Edited March 11, 2019 by Luminare 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nate4l1f3 Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 Makes sense and I thought about that, but i wonder exactly how long until that happens. Isn’t the other half block of the Embassy suites supposedly for sale or planned for development? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luminare Posted March 11, 2019 Share Posted March 11, 2019 (edited) 49 minutes ago, nate4l1f3 said: Makes sense and I thought about that, but i wonder exactly how long until that happens. Isn’t the other half block of the Embassy suites supposedly for sale or planned for development? At this juncture it isn't entirely necessary as there are still plenty of holes to fill and big empty areas to fill until it becomes more common. Outside of downtown its cost prohibitive to build to the property line primarily due to code reasons which require a tremendous amount of fire protection in the wall that would be right on the property boundary (plus the COH plat setback rules). Plus, with as much space as there is in these areas outside downtown it doesn't make that much sense (even though building to the property line for each lot would help to build greater cohesion between buildings).This is why you see so many town-homes with slim gaps in between, but its the opposite downtown because its denser and its more economical to build on the maximum allowable lot as possible. EDIT: as for as Embassy Suites...I have no clue. I'm shock nothing has been either proposed or built there yet. Edited March 11, 2019 by Luminare 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richfish Posted March 20, 2019 Share Posted March 20, 2019 I wonder if these will be Marlowe sized units as well? It's been a long time since someone has gone for the sub 1200 sq ft/$600K market in that area. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted March 22, 2019 Author Share Posted March 22, 2019 What in the world are they building? I assume they’re using the current structure for the sales center? (Will this posting turn into a double post?) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Highrise Tower Posted March 30, 2019 Author Share Posted March 30, 2019 Wood is being covered 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted April 12, 2019 Author Share Posted April 12, 2019 Interior is being gutted. Wanted to snap a photo of the parking lot before any structural things happened. Concrete being poured for ROSC in the background. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montrose1100 Posted April 14, 2019 Share Posted April 14, 2019 On 3/11/2019 at 10:00 AM, Luminare said: Thats precisely why. Normally, here in Houston, we like to make buildings that are "finished" on all 4 sides, but the more dense we get we will see more buildings with unfinished sides in anticipation of something being built next to it. @nate4l1f3 Ala Mercer. Jk. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted April 19, 2019 Author Share Posted April 19, 2019 (edited) Interior.. peeping through the glass Edited April 19, 2019 by ekdrm2d1 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted April 27, 2019 Author Share Posted April 27, 2019 Definitely the sales center. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Highrise Tower Posted May 11, 2019 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 11, 2019 Soil testing a few days ago. 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richfish Posted May 13, 2019 Share Posted May 13, 2019 (edited) Here’s an email they sent today to people who signed up for updates: “Thank you very much for your interest in my newest addition to the Houston skyline! The opportunity to develop a residential tower between the Galleria and River Oaks, essentially adjacent to Highland Village is definitely exciting. Right now, this new development is a work in progress. My current focus is on creating functional and interesting floor plans. We will be offering 2B-2.5BR, 3B-2BR, and 3B-3.5BR plans of varying sizes along with Penthouses of approximately 4,200 to 5,200 square feet. The top floor will have two story Penthouses with a private elevator. I am on the fifth pass at this effort and should be able to complete the floor plates within the next three weeks.After conclusion of the interior lay out, we move to the time-consuming exterior design of the structure. This is always complicated as we have to balance design and materials with realistic costs and structural engineering requirements. I am envisioning a classical style inspired by two world class buildings in New York, one residential and the other theater oriented. The trick is to meld the two unrelated developments into a residential tower encompassing a cohesive design borrowing the best features from each. This is both a challenging and inspiring exercise that will take weeks to unfold. In the interim, we are still on the search for a name for this to be designed condo tower, we are always open to suggestions. We are also in process of specifying the amenities that will help define the development. And, trying to make these amenities outstanding by any measure.As progress is made in the design arena, I will send you frequent updates. Until then, thanks again for your interest in ???????, a new and timeless addition to the skyline.” Edited May 13, 2019 by richfish Can't write a simple sentence 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richfish Posted May 13, 2019 Share Posted May 13, 2019 The 'inspired' by a 'theater oriented' building in NYC makes me hope this doesn't become too garish. What should we get him to name this one guys? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatguysly Posted May 13, 2019 Share Posted May 13, 2019 1 hour ago, richfish said: The 'inspired' by a 'theater oriented' building in NYC makes me hope this doesn't become too garish. What should we get him to name this one guys? Value Engineered Eye Sore in White Stucco 5 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted May 25, 2019 Author Share Posted May 25, 2019 Progress. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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bobruss Posted August 10, 2019 Share Posted August 10, 2019 On 6/8/2019 at 5:08 PM, ekdrm2d1 said: If he stops right now he'll be ahead of the game. What scares me is the quote: "The trick is to meld the two unrelated developments into a residential tower encompassing a cohesive design borrowing the best features from each." Good luck on that 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted August 10, 2019 Author Share Posted August 10, 2019 Notice of Public Hearing sign has been posted. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highrise Tower Posted August 19, 2019 Author Share Posted August 19, 2019 The replat signs are posted all over the Westgrove Court business area. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luminare Posted August 20, 2019 Share Posted August 20, 2019 14 hours ago, ekdrm2d1 said: The replat signs are posted all over the Westgrove Court business area. With all the renovation work they have done to this one lately I'm sure they would like to make it one plat after that. Makes sense. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richfish Posted August 21, 2019 Share Posted August 21, 2019 RD sent out a new email about the project, basically that they're still working the design, but it will be named The Paramount. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobruss Posted August 21, 2019 Share Posted August 21, 2019 It's a very clean looking building. They did a very nice job! On 8/19/2019 at 6:15 PM, ekdrm2d1 said: The replat signs are posted all over the Westgrove Court business area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrohip Posted August 21, 2019 Share Posted August 21, 2019 1 hour ago, richfish said: RD sent out a new email about the project, basically that they're still working the design, but it will be named The Paramount. Email in full.... ~~~~~~~~~~ Dear Future Client, We are now approaching 120 interested clients on our Preferred Wait List. The current plan in place is to have three or four private showings starting in late October, early November, when the Sales Center is scheduled for completion. Clients will be invited to these private parties in the order in which they registered to give ALL a fair opportunity to purchase one of our 50 new homes. Terms are likely to be 10% of Purchase Price paid at contract execution with another 10% due one year after construction commencement. We are still working diligently on completing the floor plans; however, a City meeting effecting the shape and the positioning of the building is still in the works. Once the final determination is made, we will complete the floor plans and turn our attention to the exterior elements. Right now, the exterior design of the structure is about 75% finished. I am MUCH MORE than pleased with our architectural concept and am confident you will have the same viewpoint. In my last update letter, I noted that the search for a name that fits our New York inspired condominium was still a mystery in progress. Happy to inform you that your new home will be called…………. The PARAMOUNT. For me, the name brings to mind superior or above all others, timeless design, great importance, and compelling value. For you, I trust it means a new home with unparalleled, uncompromising features and standards... which is always my objective. More exciting details to come, please stand by. Sincerely,Randall Davis 6 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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