Spokane/ CDA development discussions - Page 42

revrw · #**821** 12-18-2007, 07:36 AM

just heard on the news that the Riverstone project in CDA has announced that they will build 4 condo towers in addition to phase 2 and 3. Has anyone heard anything else about this?

jimthemanincda · #**822** 12-18-2007, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by revrw

just heard on the news that the Riverstone project in CDA has announced that they will build 4 condo towers in addition to phase 2 and 3. Has anyone heard anything else about this?

Those have been in the works for almost two years now. They are still a few years down the road. If you want more information about them, check out the Cd'A Thread

Dazzeetrader · #**823** 02-06-2008, 10:06 PM

It's been 6 weeks since anyone has posted. Is there a new board? I'd like to be kept abreast of new things in the Inland NW. Sally

chepe · #**824** 02-06-2008, 11:33 PM

Let me know if there is a new board. I generally stopped posting because I felt like I was usually having a conversation with myself.

Danny Dinges · #**825** 02-20-2008, 06:45 PM

I'm building a wiki based system on my website, www.goingvert.com, to be a comprehensive list of projects in the Inland Northwest (Spokane, CDA, Post Falls, etc). It's going to be a completely custom system and I want it to be used to its fullest. If anyone here has any suggestions on what they would like to see let me know.

jimthemanincda · #**826** 02-23-2008, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Danny Dinges

I'm building a wiki based system on my website, www.goingvert.com, to be a comprehensive list of projects in the Inland Northwest (Spokane, CDA, Post Falls, etc). It's going to be a completely custom system and I want it to be used to its fullest. If anyone here has any suggestions on what they would like to see let me know.

I checked out your site. It looks good. Feel free to grab any of the information on the first page of the Coeur d'Alene Projects Thread in either the Northwest or Mountain West Forum. If you're going to use one of my photos, please let me know.

Dazzeetrader · #**827** 02-25-2008, 02:04 AM

Dan good job. It looks informative and fun. Keep it going. Promote it. Best wishes. Dazzee

Dazzeetrader · #**828** 03-28-2008, 07:40 AM

ANyone know where everyone went? It seem highly unlikely that everyone just gave up. SO let's hear from you. D

revrw · #**829** 03-28-2008, 07:46 PM

Dazz....I think everyone is still here, but there is just a lack of overall activity to report on. There are alot of small projects taking place, but nothing of real significance. Once the Kendall Yards project starts late this year or next year that will help, the McDowell project should be starting in the fall and I am still uncertain about the office complex he was planing and the corner of divison and riverside (would really like to see that one), and some news came out yesterday about WSU trying to find some bidders on the Jensyn-Byrd building and surrounding acres. There is some good stuff happening around the Fox Theater with the "New Madison" and "Railside".

What I would like to see is someone push a "city beautification" initiative, but will all the needed money for road repairs, I doubt it would happen. Maybe that would be a good grass roots initiative. What do you all think about that?

Dazzeetrader · #**830** 04-01-2008, 02:01 AM

revrw..........from what I can tell, the street impact fee is designed to improve streets and also generate funding to maintain the streets. I guess Mr West (RIP) did fine with raising money for repair but somehow the funding for maintenance was left out.
New fees always scare off developers but the Mayor thinks the fees are good and necessary. Citizens use those streets too and they should be paying their fair share. One think is pretty obvious though, unless the City streets are much improved, very few new companies would come. Infrastructure is always key for new companies to come and put down roots.

C'mon you guys...find some things to write about. Dazzee

urbanlife · #**831** 04-01-2008, 08:57 AM

more than repaving, the city really needs to spend a little money on annual repainting the streets. I seriously looked like a drunk man driving around there at time and I was completely sober. I would be driving along and all of a sudden the lines would disappear and then I would realize I am no longer in the lane that I thought I was in.

Oh and as a side note, Zola on Main and Division is the sh*t and worth checking out and supporting. I was in there saturday and was so impressed with that bar. It is designed completely out of recycled materials, it has a fun drink menu, and it is something I would of expected in Portland, not Spokane.

Seriously Spokane is really starting to get some good places to eat and drink downtown, everyone in Spokane should really be visiting these places regularly, not only to support these businesses but to socialize with other spokanites and really create a strong local culture the city can really be proud of and grow with.

oh and a side side note, I was gonna take pictures but forgot my memory for my camera and it was snowing like it was christmas, I was extremely annoyed with the weather, but the plus side with the winter weather was that my sinuses were enjoying it.

chepe · #**832** 04-01-2008, 06:24 PM

For Zola,

There is this article in the S-R including a video featuring the interior and interview with the designer. With Zola, Bistango and the Artisan Room / Studio 23 there are some cool things happening with the bar/club scene in Spokane. Each has its own feel and niche but each would not feel out of place in Seattle, Portland, etc. Don't get me wrong, a mix of places is important so I hope places like the Park-Inn stay the same but it is nice to see different and innovative places in Spokane.

http://www.spokane7.com/food/stories/?ID=8194

Reviews from the Inlander for the other two:

THE ARTISAN ROOM / STUDIO 23

515 W. Sprague * 747-6272

Your search for a new sexy rendezvous spot is officially over. The Artisan Room —dimly lit and conveniently located in the Ridpath — is filled with potential for your next tête-à-tête with destiny. (LS)
STYLE: Hotel chic QUAFF: Fruity cocktails and stiffer fare FOOD: Wide range, with the option of small and large plates UPSIDE: Check out the bed

HOURS: Open late most nights

BISTANGO

108 N. Post * 624-8464

When Bistango opened, the built-in waterfall, gently twinkling fiber optics in the ceiling and the exceptionally high production values made walking into the joint feel like the hippest thing a Spokie could do. Two years later, the effect is about the same. (LB)
STYLE: Glitterati QUAFF: Beer, wine, spirits FOOD: Small plates UPSIDE: Feels exclusive because of size (and prices) but staff is incredibly down-to-earth

HOURS: Mon-Sat 2 pm-2 am

http://www.inlander.com/topstory/291043618705763.php

chepe · #**833** 04-02-2008, 10:41 PM

Update of the remodel/rehab of the New Madison on west 1st. Nice to see this project moving forward. It is amazing how much this pocket of town is changing, particularly considering how down it was not that long ago. Photos from Spokesman-Review.

http://www.spokesmanreview.com/blogs/dirt/

urbanlife · #**834** 04-05-2008, 03:25 AM

Otis Hotel should be next after this building is finished.

ghost22 · #**835** 04-05-2008, 06:46 PM

well here is a project i didnt even know was going on that i saw while pulling in to hooters, it is pretty big at 252,000 total square feet even though only 5 stories i cant think of anything else out in the valley that is taller. location is directly accross the street from hooters about 1/2 mile east of the spokane valley mall. It isnt a hope to build project most of the earthwork is done and scafolding is being delivered there currently (plus it is worthy that is overtaking the project.)

http://www.rvccspokane.com/

I put this here cause the valley doesnt fit any other of our development areas

Dazzeetrader · #**836** 04-09-2008, 05:49 PM

1.Rendering of Worthy's project looks nearly identical to the last Rockpoint building that faces East. Take up lots of ground. Flat and Cheap. I saw it last week. Design Review anyone? Looks like his Davenport Tower on it's side.

2. Remind one of a more glitzy version of those old Safeway/Warehouse type properties he converted in the late 80's/early 90's. With all the money he and his wife have these days, wouldn't ya think they might actually build something with character instead of just taking up space but making them lots of money? I'm not critical but it can't be that much more expensive to erect something classic and nicely appealing. Just boxes.

3.Spokane seems to like the old rehabs RenCorp is famous for...apart from exiting low income people from their apts. I wonder if anyone is figuring out that keeping these old building around will never generate new gorgeous buildings the city needs as it renews itself. As much anger and malfeasance Riverpark Square generated, it's a beauty.

chepe · #**837** 04-10-2008, 11:54 PM

I agree on Worthy's new building. I wish it wasn't of the fairly generic box variety. At the same time, it's not my money and I can't blame the guy for building profitable buildings. I do respect Worthy for almost always putting his money on the table and actually getting projects done. Granted, the Davenport Tower leaves quite a bit to be desired from the outside but unlike the myriad 'proposals' for high rises floated in the last 20 years he acutally built his tower.

As far as restoring/renovating old buildings I think it is a good thing on the whole. Granted, there are plenty of buildings not worth saving but just as new buildings create a sense of renewal, old buildings generally can't be replaced and create a sense of history and place. Downtown Spokane could really use some new, high quality buildings. At the same time, downtown is nice because it still has a good stock of older buildings that many cities either got rid of or don't have. For example, downtown Bellevue is on fire with new mid and high rises but despite all that activity I find Bellevue's downtown sterile and not terribly original. The fact that Bellevue's downtown is totally auto-centric doesn't help but something is missing, in my opinion, when you don't have a mix of old and new.

ghost22 · #**838** 04-11-2008, 04:32 AM

I for one like it, we all have to remember if you live in the valley area or understand if you don't that in the valley there is nothing above 3 stories unless you consider the apartments on pines that are 5 stories on one side and 2 or 3 on the other due to the slope of the hill they are on. So even if it is generic it gets the job done. Another thing is in that area i dont really see it becoming a hot bed for new age or aesthetically unique buildings, if he did build it up and make it fancy people would walk in asking where the abercrombie and fitch was.

Dazzeetrader · #**839** 04-11-2008, 06:28 AM

Good one Ghost! Funny. I just love the Davenport....moreso than when I loved it in the 60s when I was little. Worthy did a very very good job. It's the new stuff. Ugh..just ugh.!.......no character. Just boxes. Something soon will be turning up.....and it's far from a "box" type building. I saw a quick picture of it the other day. The bankers like it too.

urbanlife · #**840** 04-12-2008, 03:16 AM

yeah, I wouldnt hold my breath for good architecture in the valley. Spokane is going to be the center of that for area and I see no city ever outdoing Spokane.

Well Coeur d'Alene might one day surpass Spokane in architecture, but that will probably be a while, plus CDA isnt really designed to be a big city.