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by dukemeredith
12 Feb 2021 06:07
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Knox District / Knox Park
Replies: 814
Views: 583878

Re: Knox / Henderson - Knox Street Side

Anecdotally, I heard from one of the guys at Sid Mashburn that their lease is due to expire and they will be moving to where Grange Hall currently is (or maybe Grange Hall was being used as a reference and Mashburn is moving to a vacant space near Grange Hall?). Either way, the story told is that th...
by dukemeredith
19 Jan 2021 12:47
Forum: The Parks, Trails, + Miscellaneous Infrastructure
Topic: Downtown: Klyde Warren Park
Replies: 228
Views: 173255

Re: Downtown: Klyde Warren Park

CTroyMathis wrote:I'm sure Miriam across the street will be thrilled.


This was my first thought, as well. Miriam, Meso Maya/La Ventana, El Fenix and now Mi Cocina all steps away from one another — that’s a lot of Mexican food competition.
by dukemeredith
02 Dec 2020 11:28
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas Retail
Replies: 445
Views: 379348

Re: Downtown Dallas Retail

In addition to the hotel, the building will include more than three hundred luxury apartments, two restaurants opening this month (with two more on the way), and a florist, a barber, and a Lucchese boutique. https://www.texasmonthly.com/travel/first-look-dallass-newest-luxury-hotel-revives-a-histor...
by dukemeredith
08 Nov 2020 10:38
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Oak Cliff: Bishop Arts
Replies: 524
Views: 519044

Re: Oak Cliff: Bishop Arts

Interesting choice to put a Rolls-Royce in the render of this building.
by dukemeredith
01 Nov 2020 17:48
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: AT&T Discovery District
Replies: 451
Views: 382671

Re: AT&T Discovery District

Pegasus City Brewery - Downtown! We are now open at our second location at 1508 Commerce Street, in the historic Dallas Power & Light Building! https://www.facebook.com/PegasusCityBrewery/posts/1659985320831937 It's open!! It appeared to be relatively busy, too, whenever I passed by this weekend!
by dukemeredith
13 Oct 2020 15:54
Forum: City Issues/News
Topic: Downtown Progress
Replies: 358
Views: 234715

Re: Downtown Progress

Far North Dallas, West Plano and Frisco continued to gain office tenants during the quarter. Transwestern's 3rd quarter numbers: Downtown Dallas (CBD) -568,894 square feet (negative) absorption. Uptown Dallas -229,307 square feet (negative) absorption Central Expressway (a swath along North Central...
by dukemeredith
17 May 2020 07:46
Forum: City Issues/News
Topic: DFW in the Media
Replies: 82
Views: 74831

Re: DFW in the Media

I was most surprised to see German Chocolate Cake on that list. That’s definitely something Dallas could take ownership of and be “known” for around the country — like Key West is “known” for Key Lime Pie (among other things).
by dukemeredith
15 May 2020 08:19
Forum: City Issues/News
Topic: DFW in the Media
Replies: 82
Views: 74831

Re: DFW in the Media

Nice to be listed. Also embarrassing to have had that much opportunity, be in that kind of company, and yet the city's lasting original contributions to global civilization are the Texas donut apartment block, graphing calculators, Mary Kay marketing mantras, and the inspiration for Outkast's "...
by dukemeredith
14 May 2020 10:39
Forum: City Issues/News
Topic: DFW in the Media
Replies: 82
Views: 74831

Re: DFW in the Media

Dallas is listed as #10 in the Top 10 richest cities in the world, according to data firm Wealth-X and as reported on CNBC.

https://www.cnbc.com/2020/05/14/top-10- ... lth-x.html
by dukemeredith
10 Mar 2020 18:36
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas Retail
Replies: 445
Views: 379348

Re: Downtown Dallas Retail

There's a reason Fine China was always slow while the rest of the concepts on the interior of the building remain popular. The problem is neither the location nor the concept. Fine China was a higher price point and specialty cuisine. Execution was merely good, at best. But more importantly, it was ...
by dukemeredith
06 Mar 2020 15:33
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: AT&T Discovery District
Replies: 451
Views: 382671

Re: AT&T Discovery District

Now having seen their plans for the "media lobby," I still wonder what they have planned for Spirit of Communication (if anything).
by dukemeredith
27 Feb 2020 15:44
Forum: City Issues/News
Topic: Downtown Progress
Replies: 358
Views: 234715

Re: Downtown Progress

Very insightful. Thanks, Tucy.
by dukemeredith
14 Feb 2020 16:13
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas: AMLI Fountain Place (562 FT / 46 ST)
Replies: 789
Views: 804000

Re: Downtown Dallas: AMLI Fountain Place (562 FT / 46 ST)

An email circulated to tenants today stated that the Field Street exit ramp of the FP underground parking garage will be closed from February 18 through the 23rd to remove the crane.
by dukemeredith
06 Feb 2020 13:13
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Uptown Dallas: 2401 McKinney (406 FT / 29 ST)
Replies: 132
Views: 67447

Re: Uptown Dallas:Trammell Crow Tower

Two places Trulucks could move nearby that are built out for restaurants are the Circo space and the Perry's space once they move to Park District.
by dukemeredith
28 Jan 2020 22:36
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas - Fountain Place
Replies: 119
Views: 105256

Re: Downtown Dallas - Fountain Place

The new ground-floor tenant lounge in FP also has a pretty fancy espresso machine using Starbucks coffee beans. While Ascension’s coffee is superior, the availability of free Starbucks has certainly impacted the number of times I go to Ascension.
by dukemeredith
14 Jan 2020 22:42
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Uptown Dallas: Central Market at McKinney and Lemmon
Replies: 417
Views: 418066

Re: Uptown Dallas: Central Market at McKinney and Lemmon

Tivo_Kenevil wrote:Plot Twist: HEB SET MANNY'S ON FIRE!


ON CHRISTMAS EVE, NO LESS!
by dukemeredith
08 Jan 2020 11:34
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas Retail
Replies: 445
Views: 379348

Re: Downtown Dallas Retail

My wife and I took a group of friends on opening night, fully aware that service wouldn't be perfect. Sure, we waited a little longer than what may be normal, but generally, I thought the service was attentive and with few errors (considering it was their first rodeo). And the drinks were very stron...
by dukemeredith
15 Dec 2019 08:42
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas: AMLI Fountain Place (562 FT / 46 ST)
Replies: 789
Views: 804000

Re: Downtown Dallas: AMLI Fountain Place (562 FT / 46 ST)

They covered up all of the windows on the vacant retail space with some graphics....nothing big there but attached to the pillar under the overhang where they have some tables and chairs sitting around is a rendering of another tower that looks like it's situated to take up that vacant space betwee...
by dukemeredith
10 Dec 2019 23:29
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas: 601 N Akard - YMCA
Replies: 51
Views: 26616

Re: Downtown Dallas - 601 N Akard - YMCA

I’ve noticed that sign, too, for at least three weeks. No clue whether that means plans are in process or if they are simply preparing for future redevelopment at a yet-to-be-determined time.
by dukemeredith
04 Dec 2019 17:08
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: AT&T Discovery District
Replies: 451
Views: 382671

Re: AT&T Discovery District

Also, will Spirit of Communication remain in the lobby? I was hopeful they would bring him outside (where he belongs).
by dukemeredith
04 Dec 2019 13:56
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: AT&T Discovery District
Replies: 451
Views: 382671

Re: AT&T Discovery District

Wow. Even incomplete, it looks amazing.

If the tree were taller, this would perhaps be Dallas's version of Rockefeller Center!
by dukemeredith
11 Nov 2019 11:29
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas: 2000 Ross Project
Replies: 654
Views: 533292

Re: Downtown Dallas: 2000 Ross Project

texasstar wrote:
MC_ScattCat wrote:I'm hoping this will bring in the Conrad and a Mandarin Oriental brands. Get them built in time for when the Superbowl comes back.


It's not coming back. Not until we build a downtown stadium.



So, maybe in the 2040s?
by dukemeredith
07 Oct 2019 13:29
Forum: City Issues/News
Topic: DFW Economy
Replies: 462
Views: 427310

Re: DFW Economy

Grant Senter has a terrific job with a startup health care firm in Dallas, and yet he chooses to live in Fort Worth. Each day, he spends three hours commuting, making the 43-mile trip to and from his home near Eagle Mountain Lake. “We lived in Dallas for a year, and hated it. I like to say Dallas i...
by dukemeredith
09 Sep 2019 10:29
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Cityplace East: ACS/Xerox redevelopment (The Central)
Replies: 476
Views: 1201581

Re: Cityplace East: ACS/Xerox redevelopment

It's about financing Epic was one of the very few that took the gamble and apparently had the money to bet. Look at the rest of Dallas development nothing is being built without a lead tenant and banks are not signing on the dotted line for construction loans on a sugar plum fairy dreams. Delavega ...
by dukemeredith
05 Sep 2019 16:52
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: AT&T Discovery District
Replies: 451
Views: 382671

Re: AT&T Discovery District

Last time I walked by (a few weeks ago), Rodeo Bar still appeared untouched.... It certainly has been a while since it closed.
by dukemeredith
04 Sep 2019 15:07
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas Retail
Replies: 445
Views: 379348

Re: Downtown Dallas Retail

It is amazing to reflect on the progress and setbacks that Downtown Dallas retail has experienced in the mere three years since I have lived here!
by dukemeredith
04 Sep 2019 14:33
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas Retail
Replies: 445
Views: 379348

Re: Downtown Dallas Retail

OPENING FALL 2019 Dallas’ first authentic southern Italian ristorante. At Partenope, you’re not just a patron, you’re part of our story – and part of our family. Benvenuto in famiglia! https://www.facebook.com/partenopedallas/ Address is listed as 1903 Main Street. This is the first I'm hearing of ...
by dukemeredith
02 Sep 2019 21:24
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Henderson Avenue Corridor
Replies: 361
Views: 285062

Re: Henderson Avenue Corridor

This end of Henderson is anything but "buttoned-up and scripted."
by dukemeredith
17 Jul 2019 13:42
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Dallas Arts District: Hall Arts Hotel & Residences
Replies: 300
Views: 289365

Re: Arts District: Hall Arts Hotel & Residences

Oprah’s Former Personal Chef Will Helm New Dallas Arts District Restaurant Ellie’s, a new restaurant planned for the ritzy Hall Arts Hotel in the Dallas Arts District, will have Oprah Winfrey’s former private chef leading the kitchen. Eric Dreyer, who also spent time as executive chef at Fearing’s i...
by dukemeredith
17 Jul 2019 13:39
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas: 2000 Ross Project
Replies: 654
Views: 533292

Re: Downtown Dallas: 2000 Ross Project

400 Gradi, a Neapolitan-style pizzeria that originated in Australia, will soon open its first DFW location. Applications filed with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission indicate that 400 Gradi will make its U.S. debut at 2000 Ross Avenue, and an update to the chain’s website confirms its plans t...
by dukemeredith
16 Jul 2019 12:04
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: DTD: The National/Thompson Hotel (1401 Elm)
Replies: 681
Views: 590195

Re: Downtown Dallas: The Drever

Local press seems to have reverted to calling the building the "First National Bank" building or simply referring to it's address: 1401 Elm.

Reviving the "Elm Place" name sounds dated to my ear -- but what say the forum?
by dukemeredith
16 Jul 2019 11:59
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Victory Park 3.0
Replies: 918
Views: 760055

Re: Victory Park 3.0

I also tried the new wine bar, Burgundy Swine, in VP. Unfortunate name, but the service was attentive, prices were fair and the space was comfortable.
by dukemeredith
12 Jun 2019 13:27
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Victory Park 3.0
Replies: 918
Views: 760055

Re: Victory Park 3.0

Not a hotel, only a cafe.
by dukemeredith
07 Jun 2019 10:28
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas - Fountain Place
Replies: 119
Views: 105256

Re: Downtown Dallas - Fountain Place

What a shame. With over half of the building vacant, I don't expect the retail space in the new parking garage to fill anytime soon.
by dukemeredith
07 Jun 2019 10:25
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Oak Lawn
Replies: 810
Views: 1321549

Re: Oak Lawn

So, are floors 2-6 now parking, instead of apartments? It seems so, according to the article on Candy's Dirt: As you can see, the first seven floors have given way to that new/old façade. It replaces the original plan’s rather plain-Jane streetscape and creates a destination. What also happened was...
by dukemeredith
03 Jun 2019 18:56
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Knox District / Knox Park
Replies: 814
Views: 583878

Re: Knox / Henderson - Knox Street Side

The RH showrooms in both Denver and Austin look good in promotional photos taken from a block away. But these pictures, the Denver and Austin showrooms look overpowering when viewed from street-level. I chose these pictures to show what the buildings look like next to humans. They’re three stories; ...
by dukemeredith
03 Jun 2019 10:58
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Knox District / Knox Park
Replies: 814
Views: 583878

Re: Knox / Henderson - Knox Street Side

That render reminds me of Knox Street. That's a good thing.
by dukemeredith
30 May 2019 23:07
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: The Cedars Developments
Replies: 252
Views: 211943

Re: The Cedars Developments

Conspiracy theorists abound.

Why anyone would think Jim Lake wanted the Ambassador destroyed is beyond me.

Have faith, people, that true accidents happen and not everyone is evil.
by dukemeredith
29 May 2019 16:13
Forum: City Issues/News
Topic: DFW Economy
Replies: 462
Views: 427310

Re: DFW Economy

Maybe someone should create a separate, dedicated thread under City Issues/News in which forum members can debate their quasi-economic-based theorems on affordable housing (or the perceived lack thereof) in Dallas County.
by dukemeredith
23 May 2019 17:43
Forum: City Issues/News
Topic: Corporate Relocations/Expansions
Replies: 765
Views: 532761

Re: Corporate Relocations/Expansions

Lowe's is headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina -- about 30-45 minutes away from Uptown Charlotte.

It seems to make a lot of sense to have the employee innovation hub near the HQ. . . but if Dallas gets it, I won't complain!
by dukemeredith
21 May 2019 21:30
Forum: The Parks, Trails, + Miscellaneous Infrastructure
Topic: Trinity Forest Golf Course
Replies: 91
Views: 91824

Re: Trinity Forest Golf Course

I thought ATT was using some clout to get that tournament and course back into the top tier of PGA events...? I think that was the intention. Scheduling this year was a bit misfortunate for the Byron -- this is the first year the PGA Championship was played in May (in years past it was held in Augu...
by dukemeredith
21 May 2019 15:12
Forum: The Parks, Trails, + Miscellaneous Infrastructure
Topic: Trinity Forest Golf Course
Replies: 91
Views: 91824

Re: Trinity Forest Golf Course

Trinity Forest is still extremely exclusive and membership costs and monthly dues remain very, very high. It's at the top-end of the spectrum for DFW-area country clubs. Even if the Byron Nelson moves, I don't see that changing the exclusiveness of Trinity Forest. Another well-regarded course, often...
by dukemeredith
14 May 2019 17:03
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas: AMLI Fountain Place (562 FT / 46 ST)
Replies: 789
Views: 804000

Re: Downtown Dallas: AMLI Fountain Place (562 FT / 46 ST)

Great pictures, dallaz. Thanks for sharing.

Here's one from today showing a bit of sloping on the left-hand side.

FP1.jpg
by dukemeredith
13 May 2019 08:03
Forum: The Parks, Trails, + Miscellaneous Infrastructure
Topic: Trinity Forest Golf Course
Replies: 91
Views: 91824

Re: Trinity Forest Golf Course

I attended yesterday and also noticed fewer people. They’ll probably wait until the new courses at the PGA headquarters are finished up in Frisco and move the Byron as soon as they’re open.
by dukemeredith
27 Apr 2019 17:25
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Victory Park 3.0
Replies: 918
Views: 760055

Re: Victory Park 3.0

The area is definitely large enough to delineate a north and south. Folks here fawn over “LoMac” and “Lowest Greenville.” How are those any different? The difference...? LoMac Lower Greenville are nick-names the people came up with on their own, South Victory is a branding effort attached to a mark...
by dukemeredith
26 Apr 2019 23:56
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Victory Park 3.0
Replies: 918
Views: 760055

Re: Victory Park 3.0

This string of posts is ridiculous. South Victory clearly means Victory Park Lane south of the AAC. The area is definitely large enough to delineate a north and south. Folks here fawn over “LoMac” and “Lowest Greenville.” How are those any different? Hopefully I’m in the majority when saying that li...
by dukemeredith
25 Apr 2019 12:07
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Grocery Stores: news/development
Replies: 154
Views: 136234

Re: Grocery Stores: news/development

Hannibal Lecter wrote:What's the parking situation? I assume they have some kind of free parking for the store.


Underground parking is validated for the first 90 minutes.
by dukemeredith
25 Apr 2019 10:27
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Mid Elm Lofts
Replies: 80
Views: 77894

Re: Mid Elm Lofts

The property flyer on CBRE's website shows another retail space is leased; one with a rooftop terrace.

Any intel on the forums on the tenant?

https://retailtxok.cbre.us/wp-content/u ... 032219.pdf
by dukemeredith
25 Apr 2019 10:16
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Downtown Dallas - Fountain Place
Replies: 119
Views: 105256

Re: Downtown Dallas - Fountain Place

Although this would be a major loss for the tower and downtown’s already high office vacancy rate, I’m not too worried about FP’s ability to attract another large tenant. With the current renovation, the residential tower next door nearing completion and the location on Ross, FP should be high on t...
by dukemeredith
25 Apr 2019 10:07
Forum: Urban Development
Topic: Grocery Stores: news/development
Replies: 154
Views: 136234

Re: Grocery Stores: news/development

Glad they've been successful so far. That development has been a magnet.

We've been to each of the Henry, Taco Lingo and the Tom Thumb a handful of times already. It's an easy walk from downtown at night up Akard.