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  1. barracuda
    I have to admit, it would be kind of bittersweet if this redevelopment turns out to be a big failure for Weingarten. At least then I can laugh about the fact that they destroyed an historic structure.
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    I agree. It's perfect as it is. If you want a big museum, go to MFAH.
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    Something else appears to be opening up in the Cafe Artiste building. I hope it's another coffee shop.
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    Well, there are several park and ride locations along 288 that always seemed to be full. Seems like they could expand and leverage these for a commuter rail that ties into the existing light rail leading to the TMC and DT.
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    I'd really like to avoid more toll roads in Houston. I know they shift some of the financial burden to the drivers who use the roads, but they don't seem to solve any problems related to traffic. Some of the worst traffic in the city is on the Westpark tollway and Beltway 8. Like Trae posted, a commuter rail would do far more to relieve traffic congestion. And if we really want to charge people for driving on our roads, wouldn't it make more sense to charge the heaviest vehicles and tractor trailers that cause the greatest damage to the roads?
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    Kirby will indeed be beautiful in 100 years.
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    Lol, so true! That does remind me of a high school or small college building. The Pavilions in downtown Denver is nice indeed. I stayed at a hotel right on 16th street a couple months ago. I walked right out onto the pedestrian-only corridor and found a place to eat. There are a few bums who ask for change, but the area is busy enough that the bums don't overwhelm the place. What Denver did right was build the retail at street level on a pedestrian only street (with the exception of a free bus that drives up and down the corridor). The stores in the Houston Pavilions seem kind of tucked away like in a typical mall, so you're not encouraged to go there unless you actually intend to shop. While on one hand I'm glad to see any retail in DT, I do think they really made a mistake in not opening it up a bit and providing a place for more than just shopping. I still think Houston needs more pedestrian-friendly places that feel public and urban rather than more private commercial places you feel trapped inside of.
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    Those walkways sure look narrow. If it ever fills up it might for some tough navigating.
  9. barracuda
    I would drink heartily during dinner to help mellow the pain of a Britney Spears concert
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    Gotta say, not a big fan of that arch. Maybe it will look better in person.
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    IMO, raising and repaving the trails should be a priority. A lot of work has been put into the trails near downtown, and the landscaping there is really impressive. But as you go west of the skate park on the north side or the parking lot on the south side, the trail breaks up frequently and the landscaping is a mess. Not that landscaping should be the priority, but the trail itself is begging for a makeover.
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    Plenty of hotels have rooftop pools above the building itself. A good example is the rooftop pool at the Omni hotel in DT Austin, which is on the 20th floor. The only downside (aside from requiring a flat roof) is that rooftop pools tend to be smaller and not as deep.
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    They used a Microsoft Office template. And a really old version of Microsoft Office at that.
  14. barracuda
    That's what I was afraid of. I was hoping for something unique, but it sounds like just another bland mall that just happens to be downtown. I don't like malls or the culture of pointless consumption anyway, so I guess it doesn't matter...
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    Sure, the physical circulation is easier to calculate, but it's not an accurate measure of overall readership. It's been years since I went out a bought a newspaper, yet I read it online most days. There are certainly many others doing the same. And individual stories and add-click through can be measured on the internet but not in paper form.
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    Circulation of physical papers doesn't seem to be an accurate measure. How about online readership?
  17. barracuda
    The retail floor plan does show Mia Bella on level 1 (161A). So has anyone heard definitively if they are moving from the Main St. location or just opening an additional location? To me, the current location has always been part of the draw due to its charm.
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    Same here. There is too much noise in the world and not enough quiet. I guess I'm also picky when it comes to music. The only exception for me is when dining. Some subtle background music that fits the restaurant can be nice. But when it doesn't fit it's annoying (like playing Sunny 99.1 in an authentic Thai restaurant...at least play something Thai!).
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    Although I'm not a mall person, I'm excited to see this become successful. This is a key component to building an urban core in Houston. I'm hoping this will spur more organic growth and not just more master planned projects with corporate anchors, as DT needs to have some character too. Still, I'm glad to see this is finally opening.
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    I would support that too! I can think of no better use of the Alabama Theater than to be restored to a theater, and it'd be great to have a draft house style theater close by. I won't get hopes up though. Weingarten will probably demolish it anyway just for spite.
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    It seems like most of the public ideas proposed for the Astrodome have been kind of cheesy, but I like the idea of a film and entertainment hub. It's something Houston doesn't have, yet it seems realistic and like something that would actually be used.
  22. barracuda
    Okay, I'm over myself. Oh wait, maybe they should put an oil drilling platform on the lake at Hermann Park as well. No point in leaving any open park space unused. (J/K)
  23. barracuda
    Well, it's annoying when you're running at Memorial, trying to be healthy and all, and all you can smell is smoke coming from the Becks Prime near the driving range. It also seems like overkill to build one at Herman Park when there are thousands of burger places in the city already. But apparently, some people need the enticement of hamburgers to draw them to visit a park. And actually, Houston is an awesome city for people who like variety and/or those who don't eat meat.
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    Herman park is already packed on weekends. IMO they don't need more attractions. If anything, it needs more green space. And personally, I don't really care to smell burning cattle carcasses while I'm trying to enjoy the park. I get enough of that from the Becks when I visit Memorial Park. But I guess you can't have a park in Houston without the smell of burning meat everywhere.
  25. barracuda
    How is that a sweet deal? Would you prefer to be dependent on the generosity of others for basic survival? That alone sounds unbearable to me. But if that's your thing, go ahead and try being homeless. Report back when you have, and fill us in on why it's so sweet. Because your sarcasm shows that you really care.
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