I kinda like that area, sort of grunge, some repurposing of buildings. Very organic. Wouldn't call it overly "walkable", but again...

This is so fantastic. Love the podium. The houses that were there were very nice, however, and it's a bit of shame to see them gone.

Updated rendering for this project. This is giving Bankview a huge upgrade IMO. This is far nicer than many of the mid-rises being built...

Remaining $65M is contingent on Calgary allowing 4 units on majority of lots across the city. I would tell the Feds where to go. I agree...

This view really is quite the difference isn't it? https://maps.app.goo.gl/8at6UaoErnX295H28 https://maps.app.goo.gl/BbdoXiG2t2tGYrDw6

This ain't bad. It certainly can't be less boring than the original, pre-conversion.

Why would they do this to such a cool building? So disappointing that they have an opportunity to give new life to an attractive...

I was about to say "can someone please explain to me how an affordable housing project can be fully clad in brick when a luxury project...

Seems like a missed opportunity, given that there are stores next door, it's next to a train station, and across from a grocery store...

I feel like underside and interior of the new(ish) library is the closest thing we have to this

Are there any CRUs in this building? I think I recall the answer being no.

Sure, but Vancouver also has the climate for the trees. Whereas Calgary was essentially built in a grassland desert.

I know why people dislike it, as you say this section of Beltline is a snapshot in mediocrity.

Overall my position is it's as exciting as a 2000s-era Cineplex but wanted to give it a little more effort below. For iconic and...

We see this repeatedly in downtown design aesthetics in Calgary, the arena lobby is so painfully corporate and outdated feeling. Perhaps...