[Kosy123]

If it turns out like their project in 120 St, it's honestly fine tbh.

 

[thommyjo]

If it turns out like their project in 120 St, it's honestly fine tbh.

Agreed. But this looks to be using the hideous navy blue that rarely looks good on finished buildings…

 

[David A]

Not sure if the designer is colour blind, but the brown and the blue really do not go well together, otherwise it is ok. Just pick two colours and go with it.

 

[SMayo]

Maybe the rendering isn’t a totally accurate reflection of the actually materials colour, the 120th street building has that dark grey material that maybe has a tint of blue in it? I’m hoping that maybe that’s the colour they are going to actually end up using instead of a vibrant blue.

 

[_urbanite]

I'm just happy something something is finally being proposed for this lot again.

That blue isn't going to age well though

 

[Edmcowboy11]

I hate sounding like a pessimist, but I'll believe it when I see the first level above ground under construction already.

 

[IanO]

Sounds like they are going ahead with this.

 

[Avenuer]

Eventually there will need to be some new services open down in that south Downtown/Rossdale area as it fills in, as there are currently ZERO places to grab a coffee or even buy some groceries. Walking distance to the Leg, Downtown and the river valley trails, yet nowhere to walk for basic daily needs.

 

[northlands]

Eventually there will need to be some new services open down in that south Downtown/Rossdale area as it fills in, as there are currently ZERO places to grab a coffee or even buy some groceries. Walking distance to the Leg, Downtown and the river valley trails, yet nowhere to walk for basic daily needs.

Yep. It was the same complaint I had living in Cloverdale: cool scenic central location w/ great river valley access, but there were zero amenities (aside from a ski shop and a shrink) within walking distance, or at least walking distance that didn't involve walking up a big ass hill.

I still stand by my comment that the land just south of the Ortona Armoury should be sold off to build a drive-thru A&W, lol

 

[archited]

Let's bring back the days of basic grocery delivery and add to it with additional items that go beyond basics... oh wait, that already exists (uber/doordash). There is something about plying the aisles of a chain grocery store that is very unappealing (I haven't set foot in one for years). Now delis, bakeries and bodegas -- that is an entirely different story... I would pay for the aroma therein alone.

 

[David A]

I hate sounding like a pessimist, but I'll believe it when I see the first level above ground under construction already.

I really don't like to be a pessimist either and am usually not, but given nothing new has been built in this area for years and every building nearby that has been torn down in the last 5 or 10 years is still an empty lot, I would say you are just being a realist here.

 

[degrandprix]

Let's bring back the days of basic grocery delivery and add to it with additional items that go beyond basics... oh wait, that already exists (uber/doordash). There is something about plying the aisles of a chain grocery store that is very unappealing (I haven't set foot in one for years). Now delis, bakeries and bodegas -- that is an entirely different story... I would pay for the aroma therein alone.

I was using Voila grocery delivery and found it was a huge help in my efforts to be car-free, but sadly they stopped service in Alberta, likely due to our cities being too sprawled for the business model to work.

There are alternatives, but they are not as good of a service I've found.

 

[David A]

Yep. It was the same complaint I had living in Cloverdale: cool scenic central location w/ great river valley access, but there were zero amenities (aside from a ski shop and a shrink) within walking distance, or at least walking distance that didn't involve walking up a big ass hill.

I still stand by my comment that the land just south of the Ortona Armoury should be sold off to build a drive-thru A&W, lol

There is a small convenience store on 103 Street close to 98 Ave, so not too far up the big hill. Also there was one on 105 Street close to 97 Ave, not sure if it is still there, but there needs to be more.

 

[ADob]

There is a small convenience store on 103 Street close to 98 Ave, so not too far up the big hill. Also there was one on 105 Street close to 97 Ave, not sure if it is still there, but there needs to be more.

The convenience store is across the street from us and is helpful for emergency situations but the prices and limited selection mean it's not a good grocery option. The one on 105 st was actually substantially better but alas, is no more.

 

[thommyjo]

I was using Voila grocery delivery and found it was a huge help in my efforts to be car-free, but sadly they stopped service in Alberta, likely due to our cities being too sprawled for the business model to work.

There are alternatives, but they are not as good of a service I've found.

We use the superstore delivery. Game changer with kids. Have been in a grocery store maybe 3 times in the last year?