They both look tacky. Anything downtown should require proper hoarding like most major cities do. Wrap it in project marketing and it...

Yes, but the building was already mostly empty for several years already. So not sure why the plywood was not then needed until now...

It's marginally better. I think the windows are maybe a bigger part of it than the random colour stripes.

Slightly bigger windows is a plus, we'll see how it looks when it's built. I still maintain I kinda like the north building.

Obligatory before/after comparison. not much changes besides the color scheme of the upper panels.

Egg Club opening near Rice Howard Way. Pretty minor, but cool to see another food/bev place have their first location open in downtown...

I don't think you're necessarily wrong that this project could well be a net positive over maintaining the status quo until another...

In the past, I've put up photos from Berlin, Leipzig, and Dresden, all of which are lovely, fascinating cities. A few weeks ago, I had...

I wouldn't point the finger just at recent councils given 70+ years for tax revenue and design considerations (a la demolition and...

Agreed and likely anyone serving on those councils in those days would have done something similar. Many people wanted (and still do)...

Beautiful facility! And some housing nextdoor is going up. And raised crossings!!

The Dosa Shop (or TDS Cafe) a bit further north is quite good, if a bit cramped and chaotic.

Major Development Permit Status Approved Permit Date Jun 11, 2025 Neighbourhood WÎHKWÊNTÔWIN Address 10319 - 113 STREET NW...

I believe so. 16 DUs in the bi-level split apartments on the corner, maybe 20ish from the red vinyl low-rise? There's almost no way...