WestGrayGuy Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 (edited) This is a new midrise residental project going up in Midtown/4th Ward area. Does any one have further information? The sign is up with a rendering, however, I can not find anything on the net about it.I believe the block is bordered by Wilson, Mathews, O Neil and Webster. The block is somewhat triangular as Webster splits at this block from West Gray. The trees have already been bulldozed to make way for this development. I think this will be a nice addition to the area.. what does everyone else think? Edited September 24, 2007 by WestGrayGuy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musicman Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 Time of Meeting: Thu 08/02/2007 at 02:30 PM D-Variances 152 Casa Di Modena Subdivision (DEF) C2R looks like they were going for a variance of some sorts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suzerain Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 This is a new midrise residental project going up in Midtown/4th Ward area. Does any one have further information? The sign is up with a rendering, however, I can not find anything on the net about it.I believe the block is bordered by Wilson, Mathews, O Neil and Webster. The block is somewhat triangular as Webster splits at this block from West Gray. The trees have already been bulldozed to make way for this development. I think this will be a nice addition to the area.. what does everyone else think?I will try and get a picture when I walk my dog tonight. We usually pass by that area every day. I saw the adverts last night, but did not get a good view. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChannelTwoNews Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 Here's the only website I could find with any info on it, and even that's kinda limited.http://www.northgatecustomhomes.com/casadimodena.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestGrayGuy Posted September 24, 2007 Author Share Posted September 24, 2007 Here is the rendering from the website: Thoughts? I personally like it, although I was disappointed that we lost some fairly nice size trees to make way for this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 I like it, especially the trees on the roof and the exterior wall on the left. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jax Posted September 24, 2007 Share Posted September 24, 2007 At least there are trees on the roof! That's pretty cool. I always hate it when they cut down those nice oaks though.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmat Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 (edited) Found this on skyscraperpage. Can't find any other information on it. I'm sorry. I found the thread by searching on google after I posted it. Is there any way we can get google to power our searches?http://www.houstonarchitecture.info/haif/i...mode=linearplus Edited October 29, 2007 by lockmat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musicman Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 i believe there's another thread on this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lockmat Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 i believe there's another thread on thisyeah, I posted it above. Found it through google after I posted it. Sorry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted October 29, 2007 Share Posted October 29, 2007 Note merged dupe topics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midtownuser Posted October 30, 2007 Share Posted October 30, 2007 when will this project be done? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woolie Posted March 3, 2008 Share Posted March 3, 2008 Sign is down. Project dead? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidD Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Sign is down, building is gone... I'm assuming it's dead for the time being. 1.5 million for that lot too - eeef Last I heard, the big issue for midrise buildings in the area was waiting on the city to install an upgraded sewer system, but that would involve tearing up some streets (old ones that still have the original brick under them) on the north side of West Gray. I'm getting all of this 2nd hand from the former owner of my townhouse on West Gray. He was very active in the Midtown area and attended many of the city council meetings, etc... that concerned West Gray, Webster and Bagby. He was one of the people instrumental in getting the Hispanic Beer Joint on the corner of Genessee and West Gray shut down and destroyed. I don't really remember it, but apparently it was a terrible eyesore and constant cause of problems in the area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyc_tex Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 (edited) Sign is down, building is gone... I'm assuming it's dead for the time being. 1.5 million for that lot too - eeef Last I heard, the big issue for midrise buildings in the area was waiting on the city to install an upgraded sewer system, but that would involve tearing up some streets (old ones that still have the original brick under them) on the north side of West Gray. I'm getting all of this 2nd hand from the former owner of my townhouse on West Gray. He was very active in the Midtown area and attended many of the city council meetings, etc... that concerned West Gray, Webster and Bagby. He was one of the people instrumental in getting the Hispanic Beer Joint on the corner of Genessee and West Gray shut down and destroyed. I don't really remember it, but apparently it was a terrible eyesore and constant cause of problems in the area. I know....damn those Hispanics for wanting to live and have entertainment options there.....didn't they know that gentrification is occurring and they need to leave now that the wealthy whites have moved back into the city? They are not an eyesore when they are building the cheap town homes, but they should certainly know to leave after they get off work.... Edited March 19, 2008 by nyc_tex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
musicman Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 He was one of the people instrumental in getting the Hispanic Beer Joint on the corner of Genessee and West Gray shut down and destroyed.that bastard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crunchtastic Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 (edited) one of the people instrumental in getting the Hispanic Beer Joint on the corner of Genessee and West Gray shut down and destroyed. I don't really remember it, but apparently it was a terrible eyesore and constant cause of problems in the area.As opposed to The Wet Spot, and the wanna-be bikers.which, actually, looks like it has the potential to be my kind of place. Edited March 19, 2008 by crunchtastic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rearthma Posted March 26, 2008 Share Posted March 26, 2008 Sign is down, building is gone... I'm assuming it's dead for the time being. 1.5 million for that lot too - eeef Last I heard, the big issue for midrise buildings in the area was waiting on the city to install an upgraded sewer system, but that would involve tearing up some streets (old ones that still have the original brick under them) on the north side of West Gray. I'm getting all of this 2nd hand from the former owner of my townhouse on West Gray. He was very active in the Midtown area and attended many of the city council meetings, etc... that concerned West Gray, Webster and Bagby. He was one of the people instrumental in getting the Hispanic Beer Joint on the corner of Genessee and West Gray shut down and destroyed. I don't really remember it, but apparently it was a terrible eyesore and constant cause of problems in the area. I'm somewhat familiar with this project. As far as I know, it is not dead. The building is recently gone b/c they are going to be putting up a bigger sales/marketing trailer to get interest stirring. I think they are getting final numbers for their construction costs and are trying to get their financing in place (will probably have some pre-sale condition). I like this project and hope everything comes together and depending on the price point, it should be a very cool project for young professionals that want to live in Midtown. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidD Posted March 31, 2008 Share Posted March 31, 2008 Glad no one took any of the comments about the bar the wrong way... I don't care if they have a bar right there (I could stumble home easier). I do care if they have music blaring till 4 am. The guys that live in the row houses across the street on Genesse from me are all very nice and very respectful of everyone in the area (and it looks like they throw one hell of a party - need to get an invite some day). Across West Gray... now that's another story. At least most of the drug traffic stays on that side of the road and HPD is constantly in the area. Not to mention the constant drove of ambulances and fire trucks that head over their every night. At least I know the medical personel will know what area I am in if I ever have a problem But alas, it is what it is... As for Casa Di Modena, I'm glad it is still going forward. I thought they might be stalling with some of the recent economic concerns. I know Post has been waiting to break ground on Post 3 in the area until most of the new Apartments at Camden were filled (not sure how well their doing because I haven't looked). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadrunner Posted April 1, 2008 Share Posted April 1, 2008 Glad no one took any of the comments about the bar the wrong way... I don't care if they have a bar right there (I could stumble home easier). I do care if they have music blaring till 4 am. The guys that live in the row houses across the street on Genesse from me are all very nice and very respectful of everyone in the area (and it looks like they throw one hell of a party - need to get an invite some day). Across West Gray... now that's another story. At least most of the drug traffic stays on that side of the road and HPD is constantly in the area. Not to mention the constant drove of ambulances and fire trucks that head over their every night. At least I know the medical personel will know what area I am in if I ever have a problem But alas, it is what it is...As for Casa Di Modena, I'm glad it is still going forward. I thought they might be stalling with some of the recent economic concerns. I know Post has been waiting to break ground on Post 3 in the area until most of the new Apartments at Camden were filled (not sure how well their doing because I haven't looked). Where is Post 3 supposed to go? Is it a part of Midtown Square? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plumber2 Posted April 4, 2008 Share Posted April 4, 2008 (porject?) Casa di Modena, Mid Rise Residential Porject Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidD Posted April 17, 2008 Share Posted April 17, 2008 Where is Post 3 supposed to go? Is it a part of Midtown Square? My understanding, from talking to the an owner in the area (3rd person as it is ), is that Post 3 will be going on the triangle shaped land between West Gray and Webster from the point they split up to the current Post Apartments. The rumblings I had heard was that they were waiting for the other new apartments to be completed and full before they broke ground. Who knows, I keep seeing some action around the property, so maybe they will bite the bullet anyway. I think everyone is waiting to see if the economy slumps in Houston too, althought I doubt that will happen as long as we have energy companies (but who knows). The interesting part, at least to me, about the property for Post 3 is that the lady who owns the white house at the corner of West Gray and Valentine (street names?) has refused to sell. I've heard whispers from a few developers that the offer was 1.7 million and she turned it down. I believe she is a member of the church across the street, is elderly and grew up there so she does not want to move. More power to her, I just hope her kids don't abuse the money they will inherit from it. The only bad part for her is that the land is going to be land-locked after Post 3 builds (heard they designed around it) and the property value goes down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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