ArtMasterCLE

Great pics, @MayDay! These developments have already made a huge impact on the riverfront. Imagine how much the Peninsula and the overall riverfront could change within the next.decade with any luck. I’m optimistic.

Agreed. Except i’d like to see a multi-building development that steps up from shorter buildings on West 6th and also on St Clair Ave to taller towers as they approach Public Square.

Nice before and after; @urbanetics_ !!! What an incredible metamorphosis!

The second and third photos hints at the impact of the the tower’s reflective glass within context of the Public Square neighborhood. Nice!

From the Lake last Tuesday...

I believe someone mentioned upthread that the lighting strips that run the full heights of the East and West facades had been seen (probably testing), but I don’t believe there has been a sighting of the vertical lighting strips that wraps the crown.

Agreed, @Pleco. The writer clearly did not do his research in this case. Because there was a time when the now much cleaner Cuyahoga River was that polluted, this kind of misinformation can easily have a negative impact on national perception, convention business, and tourism.

@surfohio I do believe the tops of some of the taller structures, even considering the grade change, will be visible from this vantage point. So, IMHO, We will get some visual impact from this lakefront view.

It is a very cool piece of Cleveland history and personal history for many of us. Hessler Street was party central for students who attended school at CIA, CWRU, CIM, etc during the 1970s and 80s. The annual Hessler Street Fair was a major cultural event that attracted fun-seekers from far and wide until it was discontinued several years ago. The street itself had a unique personality and our young son and grandchildren loved the warn old wood bricks since they had never seen anything like them. I’m so glad this local treasure is being respectfully restored.

I see what you’re saying, @Sapientone. Ialways assumed it was the fault of the renderings, in terms of the dimness of the lights. However, we should also consider that the SHW logo will be backlighted against the crown, so lighting of the crown must be subdued enough to allow for maximum brand recognition. I think seeing it live will be a far more impactful experience than these renderings.

Sherwin-Williams Lighting Designs…

This new design simply seems confused. There are four distinct colors and multiple window styles visible on the facade, causing visual discontinuity.

Thank you, @metrocity! Well said. This is what I’ve been saying from the very beginning when the tower design was unveiled and people were complaining about the position. Any architect that is worth their fee would do the due diligence you describe for maximum impact. I’ve been preaching the advantage of moving the tower off PS. The reflections mentioned by @cadmen and creating a high impact terminus to Euclid Avenue when looking west had to have been studied in great detail. I believe the true WOW factor will present itself when the lighting is complete.

You’re right, @Ineffable_Matt ! great catch! I think there will be many surprise reflections around the Square, courtesy of this new tower. Happy 4th everyone!

Yes, especially if you’re originally from the south and have seen the stuff swallow up entire neighborhoods.

I wonder if a corporate or institutional sponsor (GE, Progressive, SHW, Cliffs, Bedrock, etc.) might consider covering the cost of lighting and maintaining the project in exchange for naming rights and other marketing opportunities? The impact on tourism and riverfront investment could be huge. Especially with the increase in cruise ship traffic and tourism in general. I remember having dinner with my wife on the patio at the old Watermark restaurant when the bridges were fully lighted. To say they were spectacular would be a huge understatement. Visitors were in awe of the view. I was so proud of my town. Thanks for posting this incredible photo memory, @cadmen

Very similar experiences, @Cleburger. Thanks for sharing. I was so in love with this beautiful church from afar that I had to see it up close. That visit resulted in the watercolor painting shown here: “Onion Domes” We didn’t have anything like this where I grew up in rural North Florida either! This is a Cleveland historical gem!

I’m so glad this important piece of Cleveland history is being saved. The first time I saw the onion domes of St. Theodosius looming over the Tremont neighborhood, I was in awe of its presence. It’s an iconic structure that I hope has another century (at least) of life ahead of it.

Agreed. It’s like infill housing is your daily meals that keep you healthy, and the skyscrapers are the delicious desert that all of your friends marvel at after dinner.

As a visual artist, I always tend to look for collective impact and the individual roles played by each of the major players on any skyline. Looking at @BoomerangCleRes ‘s photo, the four main towers are aligned horizontally from this angle, allowing us to see the uniqueness of each and the interplay between them. Each has a specific role to play. The overall impression is a skyline with diverse architecture and excellent verticality. Imagine if each of four towers were constructed of heavy stone with a tapering top. The result could be too monotonous.

I think it’s an outstanding addition to the skyline. Its simplicity, reflectivity and position off Public Square gives it maximum impact from pedestrian level and a multitude of skyline views. The way it appears transparent/translucent at times sets it apart from the the other three tall towers, giving Cleveland a shot of very modern adrenaline. The final impact will come when the crown is complete with the vertical strips that will wrap it are complete, in addition to the vertical light strips on the Eastern and Western facades. Ultimately, it’s turning out to be exactly what I hoped for- almost. I would be extremely happy with 10 more stories.

Great pic, @Oldmanladyluck! I really do wish local and national media services would select more views of CLE from the lake. The architectural variety and the density of the skyline is much more impressive. They seem to consistently choose the view over the Flats toward downtown. Besides, you’d be surprised how many people who are researching the city don’t realize that Cleveland sits on this massive body of fresh water call Lake Erie.

I will plan to be there. My first meetup. Looking forward to meeting everyone!

I pretty sure your guess is correct. Those are usually finishing touches. I understand though. I’m anxious to see it too. That will elevate the impact to a whole different level.

That wasn’t my intent, but thank you @surfohio … ”Respite” Watercolor and dry brush on watercolor board. Damselflies at rest on old rusted scythes. The painting will be on exhibit at The Butler Institute of American Art in Youngstown as part of their 88th National MidYear Exhibition (June 23 thru August 11). More info about the painting is available on my website: https://www.myrickcreative.com/artwork-details/respite