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A slice of the long delayed Con Ed development on the east side coming back to life.
http://ny.curbed.com/archives/2013/0...ue_mud_pit.php 800-Unit Apartment Complex To Rise In First Avenue Mud Pit http://ny.curbed.com/uploads/Screen-...3.00.55-PM.jpg February 13, 2013, by Jessica Dailey Quote:
http://www.crainsnewyork.com/article...TATE/130219963 $172M sale of prime East River site closes Developer JDS Development Group expects to begin construction of two towers with 800 apartments this summer, with completion scheduled for 2016. updated February 13, 2013 Quote:
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Wow, the east side is finally going to experience some growth opportunities, not to mention opportunities for exciting renderings for us to judge to discuss! :tup:
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These would be the two towers at the southern end of the development:
The original proposal: (southern end not shown) http://www.pbase.com/nyguy/image/56482616/original.jpg A later rendition: http://www.pbase.com/nyguy/image/86167181/large.jpg Scaled back: http://www.pbase.com/nyguy/image/86167205/large.jpg http://www.pbase.com/nyguy/image/86167255/large.jpg |
:previous: Those towers really blend into the surrounding neighborhood just fine.
They are not trying to make any bold statements unlike the nearby Trump tower. If the final renders resemble what we see above, then I'm already interested in seeing this project begin. ;) |
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Whilte those designs were ok, I couldn't help but fill the east side was wasting a big oppurtunity here, contrasting with what was happening on the west side. My excitement for this development eventually sapped away to nothing, but finally getting something built is exciting. |
:previous: Are you hoping for something that was not announced?
I don't recall reading anything about a supertall. The added density alone is worthy of this project, don't you think? |
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:previous: I'll pass my own judgement when the renders become available.
There's certainly no lack of talent in NYC, that's for sure! Maybe we will see some inspiring designs that we found appealing in other towers such as One57. |
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I think we should be demanding more than just added density by now, especially there. |
:previous: We can't get too excited until these proposals are approved and ready to begin.
As much as I want design, the added density alone is very attractive! |
The towers are already approved and financed. That leads me to beleive it probably won't be too much different from previous plans, even though they are seeking a new architect. We'll have to see.
BTW, looks like a school is going to open on part of this site...(425 East 35th Street). http://a810-bisweb.nyc.gov/bisweb/Jo...ssdocnumber=12 http://www.dnainfo.com/new-york/2013..._hood_id=25179 Quote:
http://assets.dnainfo.com/generated/...age640x480.jpg http://www.dnainfo.com/new-york/2012...-at-new-school |
I remember there was quite a bit of excitment about developing this area 6 -7 years ago, then, opposition from the eastside residence lead to numerous revisions(height reductions), then the recession, then puff! everything when dormant. Glad to see something happening with this very prominent location. Just hoping for something spectacular, which doesn't always align well with the rush to just build.
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Why in the world would a Manhattan resident raise an issue with having a series of nearby skyscrapers? :shrug:
I would be thrilled with honor to have skyscrapers around the corner from me! :D How awesome would that be? ;) |
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Any news on the larger northern site?
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They should move to a small town and leave the city for those of us who desire skyscrapers around every street corner on every block of the city in all directions. :D |
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