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    This was in the previous thread for First Church of Christ Scientist @ 1720 Main St . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2. Originally posted by Texasota, February 24 2016 in the previous thread for First Church of Christ Scientist @ 1720 Main St. It will be used rather than torn down. That's what matters most here. What exactly would AIA have really done with it anyway? Sure, the new owner could do significant damage to the building, but they could also use it in such a way that reuses it while also actually making it available to more people. Let's wait and see what's actually planned; in the meantime, this building, against all odds, might actually stay standing.
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    This was in the previous thread for Midtown Common | 2403 Caroline . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2.Originally posted by phillip_white, May 23 2018 in the previous thread for Midtown Common | 2403 Caroline. From yesterday:
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    This was in the previous thread for First Church of Christ Scientist @ 1720 Main St . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2. Originally posted by me, February 24 2016 in the previous thread for First Church of Christ Scientist @ 1720 Main St. From city planner Carson Lucarelli's Twitter feed this morning: Signage removed from First Church-Christ Scientist Reading room on Main @ Jefferson TABC permit is in the window.
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    Originally posted November 10, 2017 in this thread before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. Site plan and other details from The Stomping Grounds at 1225 W 34th St leasing materials https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5215234ae4b0745af88f3c00/t/59fe502a652dea4f72dfa03d/1509838901282/Stomping+Grounds_FINAL.pdf (archive link) (direct link to view full size and non-compressed image for zooming in)
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    This was in the previous thread for Midtown Common | 2403 Caroline . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2.Originally posted by corbs315, May 10 2018 in the previous thread for Midtown Common | 2403 Caroline. From Swamplot: Construction broke ground in March on America Gardens, the star-spangled first venue Syn Hospitality has planned as part of a 4-bar complex dubbed Midtown Common it’s developing on Caroline St. And already, Core Church Midtown has fled the block and taken refuge in the CrossWalk Center, a 2-story structure in the Near Northside. Formerly home to Employment Training Centers Inc., it’s on N. Main 3 blocks south of Quitman — next door to Label Warehouse’s building — and houses a facility that assists convicts recently released from jail. The 5,000-sq.-ft. now-vacant strip center in Midtown had been home to the church since 2016. When the neighboring construction wraps up, America Gardens and its 3 planned accomplices — Don Chingon, the Social House, and Wishful Drinking — will abut the empty building’s west side, as indicated in the map below: http://swamplot.com/core-church-midtown-flees-its-austin-st-strip-center-in-advance-of-syn-hospitalitys-bar-quartet/2018-05-09/
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    This was in the previous thread for First Church of Christ Scientist @ 1720 Main St . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2. Originally posted by DrLan34, January 22, 2016 in the previous thread for First Church of Christ Scientist @ 1720 Main St. From Swamplot: TAKE IN THIS nice long view of the gleaming spire atop the part-Modernist-part-Brutalist-part-Islamic-part-1960s-science-fiction sanctuary of the First Church of Christ, Scientist, which was listed on HAR and now seems to be circling in on a finalized deal. The church received a large number of offers on the property despite a short bid period, and the Houston AIA chapter’s hopes to buy the building as its new headquarters were dashed over the weekend. http://swamplot.com/a-closeup-of-that-downtown-sci-fi-christian-science-church-the-aia-tried-to-buy/2016-01-22/
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    This was in the previous thread for Midtown Common | 2403 Caroline . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2.Originally posted by corbs315, May 9 2018 in the previous thread for Midtown Common | 2403 Caroline. Plumbing permit filed yesterday.
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    This was in the previous thread for First Church of Christ Scientist @ 1720 Main St . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2. Originally posted by Houston19514, January 21, 2016 in the previous thread for First Church of Christ Scientist @ 1720 Main St. Very cool building. Would have been awesome for the AIA to have gotten it and moved in there.
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    Originally posted November 10, 2017 in this thread before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. Text from the image above of The Stomping Grounds (so it's searchable on the forum through the search): Overview RE:VIVE Development presents a new kind of retail in the heart of Garden Oaks. Centered on a large 8,000 square foot lawn, this family friendly destination will be a thoughtful mix of eating and drinking establishments. The 224 parking spaces give this development a parking ratio unseen in other urban retail environments. The building designs incorporate a repositioned warehouse and a new building, both with ample windows and access onto 15' deep patios fronting the center lawn. This development will attract patrons from across the city as well as the affluent surrounding neighborhoods of Garden Oaks, The Heights, and Oak Forest. Location: 1225 W 34th St Houston, TX 77018 Near Corner of 34th and Alba SPACE AVAILABLE Building A: 1,350 sf Building B: 8,072 sf Building 😄 5,006 sf Building 😧 3,403 sf PARKING 224 spaces 12:1 parking ratio ADDITIONAL INFO • 17,831 sf restaurant & retail 8,000 sf shared lawn 5,006 sf 2nd floor office
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    This was in the previous thread for First Church of Christ Scientist @ 1720 Main St . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2. Originally posted by Urbannizer, January 20, 2016 in the previous thread for First Church of Christ Scientist @ 1720 Main St. Sale pending Golden Spired 1960s Mod Awaits Sale Closure and Fate Downtown NOW PENDING: THE sale of the First Church of Christ the Scientist at 1720 Main St., north of Jefferson St. The 1961 structure, designed by Texas architect Milton Foy Martin,was listed for $2.25 million; the listing caught the attention of the Houston chapter of the American Institute of Architects, who had hoped to buy the building and move into it. The organization made an offer, and even got Mayor Annise Parker to write a letter to the Church’s congregation in early December — Parker’s letter asked the Church to consider selling the building to AIA for the sake of historical preservation, citing fears that “any other purchaser would tear the building down.” AIA was apparently outbid, however, by a cash buyer asking for no due diligence period. The sale is currently listed as pending on HAR.
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    This was in the previous thread for Midtown Common | 2403 Caroline . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2.Originally posted by dbigtex56, May 5, 2018 in the previous thread for Midtown Common | 2403 Caroline. Today I saw workers nailing timber together, presumably for concrete slab forms.
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    Originally posted November 10, 2017 in this thread before all of my content were removed from the entire forum earlier this month. Reposting this throws off the flow of the thread (i.e. out of order), still, it may be helpful for visitors to see what was previously discussed or shared before. Cool find, Mab! Here's a hi-res rendering of The Stomping Grounds at 1225 W 3th St (on the corner of W 34th St and Alba):
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    This was originally in the previous thread for Sand Dollar Thrift Store | 1903 Yale | The Heights. Originally posted by April 7, 2019 in the previous thread for Sand Dollar Thrift Store | 1903 Yale | The Heights. 1903 Yale, the site of Sand Dollar Thrift Store, is on the market. Levcor has leasing materials for a retail space. https://levcor.com/projects/1903-yale-street (archive link) Brochure https://levcor.com/media/Projects/1903-Yale-Street/Yale-Street-Brochure.pdf (archive link) From Loopnet https://www.loopnet.com/Listing/1903-Yale-St-Houston-TX/15176950/ (archive link)
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    This was in the previous thread for Midtown Common | 2403 Caroline . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2.Originally posted by phillip_white, May 2, 2018 in the previous thread for Midtown Common | 2403 Caroline. Of course, as soon as I say something a new machine shows up on site... And a pile of wood that looks like it may be for the forms:
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    This was in the previous thread for First Church of Christ Scientist @ 1720 Main St . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2. Originally posted by Subdue, January 7, 2016 in the previous thread for First Church of Christ Scientist @ 1720 Main St. This is without a doubt one of, if not the best, examples of Googie architecture in Houston. It is so unique - I just hope any redevelopment would retain as much as possible of the existing structure. Of course, this is Houston so I know where that argument would lead.
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    This was in the previous thread for Midtown Common | 2403 Caroline . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2.Originally posted by phillip_white, May 1, 2018 in the previous thread for Midtown Common | 2403 Caroline. @Shawn Rao, any updates on this project that you can share? I saw a water injector on site a while back and thought that meant a slab pour would be happening shortly after. I would assume mid-June is now a bit ambitious for this, but I am hopeful that America Gardens will be open for July 4th.
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    This was originally in the previous thread for Sand Dollar Thrift Store | 1903 Yale | The Heights. Originally posted by September 7, 2018 in the previous thread for Sand Dollar Thrift Store | 1903 Yale | The Heights. From Swamplot: Sand Dollar Thrift Nears Houston Extinction http://swamplot.com/sand-dollar-thrift-nears-houston-extinction/2018-09-06/
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    This was in the previous thread for First Church of Christ Scientist @ 1720 Main St . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2. Originally posted by adr, January 7, 2016 in the previous thread for First Church of Christ Scientist @ 1720 Main St. ah man. I really like this building. Maybe I have got the wrong place in mind, but from the right angels this is a great looking and preservation-worthy place.
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    This was originally posted January 6, 2016 in the previous thread for First Church of Christ Scientist @ 1720 Main St . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2. The listings City of Houston Sr. City Planner Christopher Andrews is referring to is this one on HAR.com for the First Church of Christ Scientist in downtown Houston.
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    This was originally in the previous thread for Sand Dollar Thrift Store | 1903 Yale | The Heights. Originally posted by Angostura, September 6, 2018 in the previous thread for Sand Dollar Thrift Store | 1903 Yale | The Heights. Between this site and the label warehouse across the street, there's an opportunity to extend the walkable stretch of 19th St another half-block. Ideally, someone would cut a deal with the Baptist Temple, and build a GFR-fronted parking structure in place of their current lot. This would allow both of these sites to be developed without surface parking.
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    This was in the previous thread for Midtown Common | 2403 Caroline . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2.Originally posted by Diaspora, March 22, 2018 in the previous thread for Midtown Common | 2403 Caroline. To the east of you between Austin and La Branch along McGowen there is slated to be built an 8 story, 71 unit luxury condo, ground to break by August. Within 6-8 weeks Caroline Street will be redeveloped and streetscaped much like Bagby Street to the West, this will be a progressive development starting at Elgin and moving north. This will have a major impact on your Caroline facing work. It appears you have an ingress/egress off Austin and, of course, McIlhenney. Further changes are afoot in the vicinity
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    This was originally posted January 6, 2016 in the previous thread for First Church of Christ Scientist @ 1720 Main St . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2. 1720 Main St is on the market, according to City of Houston Sr. City Planner Christopher Andrews. He noticed the lot up for sale on Twitter: This seems like a bargain in Downtown Houston. Could it be a space for a new park?
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    This was in the previous thread for Midtown Common | 2403 Caroline . Although the information is outdated, it may be helpful to see what was previously discussed or shared before since the original thread and other content from me were removed. Archive links to original thread here: page 1, page 2.Originally posted by Shawn Rao, March 22, 2018 in the previous thread for Midtown Common | 2403 Caroline. Hey Guys, Shawn Rao here again, the owner of the site. We can't wait to open as soon as possible. I know some guys on the message board are some of the most knowledgeable when it comes to Midtown development. Do any of you know of any plans that are coming around us. We understand we took a less than desirable space but we will transform the area into a vibrant development that Midtown will love. We are committing over 6 million dollars into the development. Does anyone know if there are any plans around the site or in the few block vicinity that will make the neighborhood better. People are telling me that East Midtown will be the next highly developed are but would like your guys input. Thank you.
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    This was originally in the previous thread for Sand Dollar Thrift Store | 1903 Yale | The Heights. Originally posted by Angostura, September 5, 2018 in the previous thread for Sand Dollar Thrift Store | 1903 Yale | The Heights. The land changed hands in July. The address listed on HCAD for the LLC that owns the land is the same address as the property developer Levcor. They appear to do mostly suburban big-box retail, but are also behind the retail conversion of 7800 Washington.
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    This thread was originally created January 6, 2016. I'm reposting this because this post and other content from me are no longer available on the forum. The original thread is archived here: page 1, page 2. 1720 Main Street in the Skyline District of Downtown Houston. This is the site of the First Church of Christ Scientist.
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