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Originally Posted by Onn
If they can't build tall because of the airport they need to move the center of downtown to somewhere where they can build taller. I think its a missed opportunity for Phoenix, Las Vegas is beating it to the punch. And Phoenix is probably going to end up being the larger more important city.
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It's not necessary. Downtown phoenix jut needs to build more mid-rise dense housing to create a downtown that actually is inviting. Skyscrapers are a luxury and should not be the first priority. #1 is getting a vibrant city going, skyscrapers if needed will come later. There are far too many american downtowns with scrapers but not a soul goes there other than work and then they are dead most of the time.
I agree with the person who said Copenhagen. yes, not every cbd in america needs a skyscraper. What use is that when the city has no housing or activity outside work hours? I think lower but dense housing is a better approach than a few tall towers surrounded by parkings lots.