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Old Posted Oct 9, 2019, 1:22 AM
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OKC is slowing building an impressive public realm.
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Old Posted Oct 9, 2019, 1:35 AM
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Peerson, thanks again for these updates! Amazing stuff.
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Old Posted Oct 9, 2019, 8:57 PM
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Peerson, thanks again for these updates! Amazing stuff.
No prob. I enjoy putting the word out on OKC...

A few more updates:

Fan Club / Okie Kush

Latest progress on this sport bar and arcade:


https://www.instagram.com/p/B3N0GsnBhJz/

The concrete sidewalks are being broken up and removed, to be replaced with topsoil for plants / landscaping.
The site plan reveals the details:


https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=44948



Cajun Corner

This is the new Asian fusion seafood restaurant being built along 23rd street.


https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=44471
(that photo was from earlier this summer).


It's getting close to opening now.


https://www.pictame.com/media/213284...566_5985430332


https://twitter.com/Uptown23rd/statu...17925834313728

Social media page says to expect an October opening.
Seems like there's a bit more to finish on the building, but they're already hiring, so it must be fairly soon.

Just for reference, here are the renderings.







https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=44471


Edit:
One more item.

The southern plaza near the Bricktown Canal is nearing completion.

Here's how it looked at the beginning of summer:


https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=23542&page=89

And now from a photo taken within the last few days:


https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=23542&page=90

The flagpole installed is the one removed from the site of the Bricktown Marriott Renaissance Hotel (currently under construction).

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Old Posted Oct 10, 2019, 7:17 AM
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FlowRider Surf Machine @The Boathouse District

A new double occupancy FlowRider surf machine is to be installed in the Boathouse District.




This will be immediately adjacent to the Whitewater Rapids facility.



https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=35915

This was originally proposed back in 2013.
So long ago that I had actually forgotten about it.

Glad that it's finally arrived.
It fits in with the other activities in the area (whitewater rafting, zip lines, bike pump track...)

Construction bids are currently out.

While flowriding is certainly cool, it has a history of generating injuries from falls.
I hope they design this carefully to minimize accidents and keep this a fun activity.
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Old Posted Oct 10, 2019, 9:20 AM
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Fields & Futures

An interesting undertaking in the OKC metro area is called Fields & Futures.
This is a non-profit organization that builds / renovates sporting venues for local schools.


https://twitter.com/FieldsFutures/st...02699432120321

twitter page: https://twitter.com/FieldsFutures

The project is the creation of Tommy Noble and Tim McLaughlin.

The Oklahoman has published a nice article about this:
Meet the man moving heaven and lots of earth to rebuild fields in Oklahoma City Schools

Noble owns a construction company that does all the work at cost.
They receive support from other local businesses as well.


https://twitter.com/FieldsFutures/st...53672020893697

Donations have been good -- the organization keeps very busy.
Here's a passage that highlights Noble's heavy schedule:

Quote:
Over the past six years, he has overseen the completion of 22 fields. Three or four a year.

This summer with the district’s Pathway to Greatness plan shuttering some schools and shuffling others, he is overseeing fields being built simultaneously at eight schools.
Tommy Noble:

https://oklahoman.com/gallery/articleid/5638054

The frantic pace keeps Noble constantly in motion.
He jokes: “It’s a good thing I don’t have hair”.

Here's a look at some of the projects Fields & Futures has worked on:


Track field at U.S. Grant High School


https://twitter.com/RicardoUlloa91/s...88385236963330


Futsal court at Classen SAS Middle School







https://twitter.com/TheFFOK/status/1171197467402133505


https://twitter.com/FieldsFutures/st...13082591318016



Soccer field at Classen SAS Middle School





https://twitter.com/TylerBHolmes/sta...41172843749376



New soccer field at Capitol Hill Middle School


https://twitter.com/FieldsFutures/st...89483847684097


https://twitter.com/FieldsFutures/st...73675400286209



Futsal court at Wheeler Middle School


https://twitter.com/FieldsFutures/st...37635208581122


https://twitter.com/TigersWheeler/st...93072560435201







https://twitter.com/FieldsFutures/st...68094567256064
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Old Posted Oct 10, 2019, 2:11 PM
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ASA Hall of Fame Stadium Improvements

The ASA Hall of Fame Stadium, located just north of the zoo, has long been host to the Women's College World Series (softball championship).




In 2018, a $21 million enhancement project was announced for the stadium.
It was part of a negotiated deal to keep the WCWS in OKC until 2035.

Existing stadium:




Renderings of the improved stadium:





The stadium currently has a capacity of 7300.
The improvements will add 4000 upper deck seats bringing capacity to 11,300.

Other enhancements include new restrooms, suites, media areas and underground connection of team rooms to the dugouts.

Initial work began right after the 2018 series was over.

11-12-2018




3-10-2019




Construction paused to allow the 2019 world series to be played.


https://www.adventureroad.com/destin...-world-series/


It resumed again this summer.

Latest pics: 10-7-2019





This will complete in time for the 2020 series to be played in the spring.

https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=43218&page=2
https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=43218&page=3

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Old Posted Oct 11, 2019, 10:39 PM
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Construction activity has finally started at The Forum at Lincoln Plaza:







https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=27007&page=7

This complex is being renovated by Richard Tanenbaum, a prominent local developer.

The rounded hotel building will become 113 luxury apartments.
The rectangular building with the open courtyards is to be a combination of office space and amenities for the apartment residents.

Renderings:









https://gthokc.com/work/multi-family/the-forum/

This is expected to start leasing in late 2020.
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Some more updated info on the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine...

The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Oklahoma City has selected The Boldt Company as the general contractor for the project.

The Boldt Company is a national construction company with offices around the country, including one in Oklahoma City.
They have worked on numerous other projects in the OKC area including the Bricktown Ballpark.

The groundbreaking ceremony will be held on Sunday, November 3rd.


https://www.dropbox.com/sh/tcukkmjam...g8mKnaHo1k0fRa

Quote:
The groundbreaking event will be 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the future site of the shrine.
The event will include kid and family activities and is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required.
https://archokc.org/news/archdiocese...other-shrine-1


They have recently released a few new renderings:





https://www.dropbox.com/sh/rv2o2ez93...-Rmo90_TOMooma


An article from Constructor Magazine goes into great detail about the design of this project:



Quote:
"The front of the church will feature two towers at the main entrance.
Extending out in front of the church will be a large zocalo (or plaza), with a central fountain, that serves as the focal point for large gatherings, as well as to connect the church to the surrounding buildings and the landscape beyond.
The zocalo is bordered by a covered arcade that provides protection from rain and sun."

Flanking the church and the zocalo are a pair of buildings.
One building will house a museum with exhibits telling the story of Father Rother’s life, as well as a Pilgrim Center with a gift shop and café, along with offices for the shrine staff.
On the opposite side of the zocalo is a large multi-purpose event hall and classrooms for religious education.

The Pilgrim Center will be the first arrival point upon reaching the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine and the pathway for pilgrims to reach the main church and chapel.
Inside the 6,000 sq-ft facility, pilgrims will find an orientation room with a video documentary, and the museum will feature artifacts from every stage of his life.
Building on a Prayer - Constructor Magazine

The shrine is designed in the Spanish Mission style reminiscent of the buildings in the Guatemalan village where Stanley Rother served.

A simulation video has been released that gives a virtual tour in and around the planned shrine:

Video Link
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Old Posted Oct 12, 2019, 11:06 PM
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State Capitol Restoration

Here's a look at the State Capitol and its ongoing restoration project.


https://www.flickr.com/photos/182843...41577/sizes/h/


https://www.flickr.com/photos/182843...25716/sizes/h/


https://www.flickr.com/photos/182843...26432/sizes/h/

The roof has been getting a lot of attention lately.


https://twitter.com/CapitolRestore/s...02789315289089

Also, the visitor's entrance, rotunda, and governor's office have seen a lot of activity.
They've posted a progress video from which I grabbed some still shots.





















https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzqA0N3QBC0
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Old Posted Oct 12, 2019, 11:34 PM
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wow nice renovations!
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Old Posted Oct 13, 2019, 12:53 AM
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wow nice renovations!
Well, I won't argue with that.
(it would be rude to argue afterall... )

Scissortail Park is holding regular Fall Markets (every Saturday in October).
Some of the photos posted of the event give a nice view of the Convention Center and its progress.

And it's looking mighty nice with the glass going in.

Look at a shot from earlier this summer:


https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=26179&page=187

Compare with how it looks now:


https://twitter.com/ScissortailPark/...34346682376192



http://picpanzee.com/media/2153193505290511041_464331

Although it wasn't designed as such, the park will end up as a major - if not the main - amenity for convention goers.
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St. Joseph Old Cathedral

On this quiet Sunday, I thought I'd introduce a wonderful church in downtown Oklahoma City.



St. Joseph Old Cathedral is located on 307 NW 4th Street.
This is along the streetcar route.


original: https://hollybaumannphotography.file...vontower-1.jpg
source: https://hollybaumannphotography.word...-photographer/

The interior is stunning.


https://www.flickr.com/photos/katsrc...39538/sizes/h/

The building received extensive damage from the 1995 bombing.
It was closed for 2 years for repairs.

Afterwards, the church installed a statue called "And Jesus Wept" on the north side where the old rectory used to be (it was destroyed in the bombing)


https://www.flickr.com/photos/timthast/1836158613


https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St._Jo...(Oklahoma_City)

It is still very much an active church.













https://www.facebook.com/pages/St-Jo...41630509233727


A recent wedding photo:


https://deskgram.cc/p/2139278929595522801_182991626

The cross atop the steeple is now illuminated at night.
This began earlier this year -- the first time in 50 years.


https://twitter.com/downtownokc/stat...59540854931463
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Old Posted Oct 14, 2019, 7:22 PM
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Heartland HQ

Glass... at last!









http://picpanzee.com/media/214751612...038_1006199723

Love it. Been waiting for this.

Here are a couple of renderings, for reference:





https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=44171&page=5
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Old Posted Oct 15, 2019, 8:02 AM
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Update on 400 N. Walnut.


https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=38624&page=7
(photo from August)

This is a 100 year old building being renovated by a local law firm.


Here are some recent construction shots from Tietsort Design:









https://deskgram.cc/p/2152401128476940001_5867904356

New windows, hand rails, and Steel Lite doors have been installed.
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Old Posted Oct 15, 2019, 8:16 AM
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Interesting bit of news for World Rogers World Aiport.

United Airlines has recently purchased 54 CRJ-550 jets from Bombardier.





The CRJ-550 holds 50 passengers, of which 10 seats are first class.
They are supposedly roomier and more luxurious than other comparably sized aircraft.

United is launching 15 routes for the new jets, all based out of Chicago.
Oklahoma City is one of those routes.

United supplies 3 daily direct flights between Chicago and OKC.

They plan to extend routes for the CRJ-550 jets to include the Newark and Washington Dulles hubs as well.

United Reveals First 15 Routes For New Bombardier CRJ-550 Aircraft
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Old Posted Oct 15, 2019, 3:34 PM
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Update on The Boulevard.

This is the two-story mixed use building being constructed just south of the Midtown Plaza Court.

An aerial shot from August showed the beginnings of a foundation:


https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=45033&page=2


Now the foundation is complete, and steel beams are rising from the site.





https://twitter.com/dtOKCbuilds/stat...11610081640454



https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=45033&page=2


Rendering:

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Old Posted Oct 17, 2019, 4:44 AM
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Latest view of Classen 16

10-15-2019

https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=39587&page=7


Compare to rendering:

https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=39587&page=7

The front section of the building (facing Classen) is lagging the rest of the construction.
Apparently some foundational / steel issues on that end.
But it will be brought up to height as in the rendering.

This complex can also be seen rising above the surroundings in other vantage points.
For example, this recent aerial shot of Classen SAS Middle School:


original: https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EEDts8gXkAA2tdi.jpg
source: https://twitter.com/FieldsFutures/st...13082591318016


Zoom in a little bit:


When finished, the complex will hold 48 residential units (one and two bedrooms), with 3,800 sf retail space.

This has been a long term project that started in 2016, but has had several delays.
Should be finished sometime next year.
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Old Posted Oct 17, 2019, 7:27 AM
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Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center

Photo from just a couple of days ago:


https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=29284&page=13


The aluminum cladding is slowing making its way around the exterior.


https://app.oxblue.com/open/smithandpickel/artscenter


Late evening / sunsets give it a golden hue:


http://picpanzee.com/media/212009837...775_2165697372

They are targeting a March 13th opening.
Velocity magazine has a thorough article detailing the exhibits and events planned for the opening:

OK CONTEMPORARY ANNOUNCES OPENING DATE, REVEALS FIRST EXHIBITION DETAILS



Renovation continues on the Classen Inn Motel.





https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=44111

(photos from last March, before the renovation began)


10-15-2019

https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=44111&page=2

This little 'mid-century modern' structure is getting a complete renovation into a retro-ish boutique motel.
The quirky Austin Motel is acting as a design model.

Here's a couple of interior shots from the Austin Motel to give a flavor of what might be in store:





https://www.okctalk.com/showthread.php?t=44111

No target opening date for this project, that I'm aware of.
I imagine this is one of those "it'll be done when it's done" type deals.
A single developer (Steve Mason) is working on this -- in between his many other projects.
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