Las Colinas/North Irving Development

[Kelley USA]

J Crew is coming to Las Colinas. Really liking the new approach at MacArthur Park with Sephora, James Avery, Victoria's Secret.

https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/TABS/Search/ ... 2023020915

[R1070]

Yea... I wish they'd expand on this and open more of this type of retail. The area has the money and workers to support some nice shops.

[TXGunLover]

I think it's safe to say, other than the storage rental aspect of the Fry's property, the project is stalled- nothing related to HEB/Costco/etc. in that area since January.

[vman]

I think it's safe to say, other than the storage rental aspect of the Fry's property, the project is stalled- nothing related to HEB/Costco/etc. in that area since January.

I'm still keeping my hopes up .

I did notice some materials in the parking lot of the old movie theater north of the Walmart (Valley Ranch). Anyone heard if anything is going on there? The old theater and Fry's are two huge properties just sitting vacant out there...and I heard a rumor that 24 Hour Fitness is next.

The Green Acres nursery is a great addition to Irving btw.

[TXGunLover]

I think it's safe to say, other than the storage rental aspect of the Fry's property, the project is stalled- nothing related to HEB/Costco/etc. in that area since January.

I'm still keeping my hopes up .

I did notice some materials in the parking lot of the old movie theater north of the Walmart (Valley Ranch). Anyone heard if anything is going on there? The old theater and Fry's are two huge properties just sitting vacant out there...and I heard a rumor that 24 Hour Fitness is next.

The Green Acres nursery is a great addition to Irving btw.

I heard they're refurbishing the theater with "restaurants and shops"

[Kelley USA]

One of the cranes went up a few days ago at the Wells Fargo development. Also found some construction cams on the KDC website if anyone is interested.

https://app.oxblue.com/?openlink=kdc/wellsfargo

[Tnexster]

One of the cranes went up a few days ago at the Wells Fargo development. Also found some construction cams on the KDC website if anyone is interested.

https://app.oxblue.com/?openlink=kdc/wellsfargo

Thanks for posting. Nice views, I see the base for the second and would guess they'll have at least four. At least you get a good feel for the overall shape of each tower.

[citygeek]

Thank you for posting.

[CTroyMathis]

Well, if anything, you can check out the view of Las Colinas! Because, this is an incredibly underwhelming project given the fairly unique location.

[Pukar2000]

Good news for Las Colinas APT system. It seems they’ve won a small grant to retrofit existing structures to support modern automated cars. With the big spike in population in recent years, this investment would truly be a value-add for urban center to attract more residents, tourists, and larger employers. Here is the link to the news

- https://communityimpact.com/dallas-fort ... ct-in-dfw/

[I45Tex]

Thanks Pukar!

[txjdirv]

Elevated restaurant celebrating Indian cuisines to open in old Ginger Man space.

https://whatnowdfw.com/elevated-restaur ... in-irving/

[vman]

A new Cinnaholic has opened in Cypress Waters (it has an Irving address). I went last night and it was delicious. It seems someone posted on social media that this location is Black owned and that seemed to be a big draw for many customers.
I was sad to see the Newk's location next door has closed. I really liked that place, but I've been going to the Frisco location which is close to my office and haven't been to the Irving location in a while. It seemed to do a good business there, especially weekday lunch, but post-covid office changes might have taken them out.

[TXGunLover]

So.... the deal IS signed for the "Big Box" store + self storage at the old Fry's... still no name...

[Kelley USA]

So.... the deal IS signed for the "Big Box" store + self storage at the old Fry's... still no name...

That's great to hear! Also, sounds like Delucca Pizza has signed a lease at Star Park near Tupelo Honey. That'll be another great addition to the center.

[TXGunLover]

Anyone know what "Project MM" is for the City CounciL?

[CTroyMathis]

Maybe this dude (?) : Mehrdad Moayedi

[Kelley USA]

I always see these projects pop up on the Executive Session portion of Council meetings, but rarely do you ever hear of one coming to fruition. The most recent, and one that actually did come to fruition, was Project Falcon, which turned out to be the Wells Fargo development. Mehrdad Moayedi might be a good guess. Centurion is pretty active.

Also, seeing a few things posted that The Music Factory is trying the paid parking approach again. I think you get 3 hours free with a restaurant validation, but people don't like jumping through hoops to get free parking. We'll see how it goes!

[anpatel00]

"Irving To Go Back To Twice Per Week Trash Pickup In December"
https://www.irvingweekly.com/s/5981/Irv ... cember.php

It's about time, once a week was the worst move the city has ever made.

[anpatel00]

I think it's safe to say, other than the storage rental aspect of the Fry's property, the project is stalled- nothing related to HEB/Costco/etc. in that area since January.

I'm still keeping my hopes up .

I did notice some materials in the parking lot of the old movie theater north of the Walmart (Valley Ranch). Anyone heard if anything is going on there? The old theater and Fry's are two huge properties just sitting vacant out there...and I heard a rumor that 24 Hour Fitness is next.

The Green Acres nursery is a great addition to Irving btw.

I heard they're refurbishing the theater with "restaurants and shops"

Looks like someone submitted to the city to become "Fun N Furious Family Entertainment Center"
"alteration of cinema into entertainment center go kart arcade bowling ax throwing dining bar"

Just glad to hear it won't be multifamily

[Kelley USA]

I'm still keeping my hopes up .

I did notice some materials in the parking lot of the old movie theater north of the Walmart (Valley Ranch). Anyone heard if anything is going on there? The old theater and Fry's are two huge properties just sitting vacant out there...and I heard a rumor that 24 Hour Fitness is next.

The Green Acres nursery is a great addition to Irving btw.

I heard they're refurbishing the theater with "restaurants and shops"

Looks like someone submitted to the city to become "Fun N Furious Family Entertainment Center"
"alteration of cinema into entertainment center go kart arcade bowling ax throwing dining bar"

Just glad to hear it won't be multifamily

Yes, that's the old movie theatre space off 635 & MacArthur near Walmart. They've already been doing some alterations to the inside.

Also, YOLK will be joining the lineup at Star Park. It'll be nice to have a brunch spot in that development, plus give Tupelo Honey a little company. This will be the 4th location for Yolk in DFW.

[txjdirv]

I noticed Homegrown Hounds has vacated their space at Water Street. Nothing new on the leasing plan but Google maps list that space as PlayTri Las Colinas. It will be nice to have a Swim/Bike/Run store in the area.

http://alturl.com/nwykm
https://www.facebook.com/playtrilascolinas

[Tnexster]

Irving looks at overhaul for its five-year-old Toyota Music Factory
The entertainment district in Las Colinas hasn’t lived up to original expectations.

https://www.dallasnews.com/business/rea ... c-factory/

So they heard a lot and out of that they they think bold artwork and signage will fix things? Seems like at the end of the day they have the same thing with fresh paint.

The global real estate firm’s new path for the entertainment center includes a revamp of the central plaza, bold artwork and signage and other upgrades.

“We feel that Toyota Music Factory is not hitting its full potential,” Brookfield’s Chase Martin said in a city council work session. “We took over a year to listen and learn. We heard a lot.”

[TXGunLover]

Irving looks at overhaul for its five-year-old Toyota Music Factory
The entertainment district in Las Colinas hasn’t lived up to original expectations.

https://www.dallasnews.com/business/rea ... c-factory/

So they heard a lot and out of that they they think bold artwork and signage will fix things? Seems like at the end of the day they have the same thing with fresh paint.

The global real estate firm’s new path for the entertainment center includes a revamp of the central plaza, bold artwork and signage and other upgrades.

“We feel that Toyota Music Factory is not hitting its full potential,” Brookfield’s Chase Martin said in a city council work session. “We took over a year to listen and learn. We heard a lot.”

Demographics, demographics, demographics

[vman]

Demographics, demographics, demographics

Could you expound on that?

[TXGunLover]

Good news forthcoming on the Fry's property!

[TXGunLover]

Demographics, demographics, demographics

Could you expound on that?

As was shared originally when the MF project was proposed... the surrounding demographics of Las Colinas do not support such a venue. It's honestly far more successful than anyone dreamed.