CMHOhio
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CMHOhio replied to CMH_Downtown's post in a topic in Central & Southeast Ohio Projects & ConstructionEspecially when we already have one twice as high and half as wide built 40 years ago that, ummm, hasn't aged well...
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^This. I was really hoping an organization like Ohio Health would come back with something even slightly more aesthetic for their downtown property. As glad as I am that they're investing in downtown, it seems like they're doing it as charity rather than making a signature facility to serve the heart of Columbus.
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CMHOhio replied to buildingcincinnati's post in a topic in Central & Southeast Ohio Projects & ConstructionAgreed. It's unique without being gaudy. It really would be a nice continuation of the progress made on Spring St. Hopefully once built it can serve as a hub for future development in its own right.
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CMHOhio replied to CMH_Downtown's post in a topic in Central & Southeast Ohio Projects & Construction
I love Mexico City and its history. Seeing it through these recreations and the past/present comparisons is fascinating.
It's hard not to bring up the tragedy that occurred yesterday when discussing Easton's overall trajectory and the implications it could have. That being said, the societal issues that made the event a reality should be relegated to another topic/forum.
Still looks like spaghetti...
CMHOhio replied to Summit Street's post in a topic in Central & Southeast Ohio Projects & ConstructionThis is the same group that kept the Madison's/White-Haines in disrepair for years and sits on multiple properties downtown. Their whole organization should be labeled a nuisance.
Oh please let this be the case!
I literally thought the exact same thing looking at those photos. Hopefully there is some plan for that. Heck, embrace the graffiti and create our own version of Wynwood Walls here.
We already kinda have that with Southwest. They designated CMH as one of their "hometown" airports a few years ago and still maintain the most robust flight schedule of any airline at CMH coming out of COVID. Unfortunately doesn't help much when trying to attract an international carrier.
Not sure how much of a reaction is warranted as the CRAA already has outlined how to pay for the project: $1.52 billion through the sale of bonds $140 million in federal grants $240 million in authority funds $100 million in other funds That is a lot in the sale of bonds. My guess is the reality will be less bonds and more "other" funds, likely from Columbus and Franklin County.
The article does mention the terminal will be built with expansion in mind. The building as proposed would contain 36 gates, 7 more than the current terminal and all would be capable of handling CAT III (737 and A320) sized aircraft - some gates in the current building are regional jet only. In addition, the new terminal would be expandable to 30-40 more gates. My guess would be by extending the concourses to the east and west stradling runway 28L/10R.
Decommissioning airports is a difficult process, let alone 2 in the same metropolitan area. Runways are still seen as a need for national defense. If it was easy to close airports, the concrete at Rickenbacker would've been ripped out of the ground when the base was realigned in the early 90s. Even if there is a grand plan to construct a new DIA somewhere out in Licking County, I don't see it passing muster on the Federal level. And on a practical level, it doesn't make any sense for the reasons @DTCL11mentioned. Grandiose airport plans seem to be a fun talking point for politicians around the state, but the realities of airport construction, operations, and demand always reign them in. Regardless, it's good to see these initial renderings and what appears to be serious continued work on making a new terminal a reality at CMH. I think the overall plan for the new facility looks nice. I like what appears to be a wall of glass overlooking the apron coming off the central atrium (oculus). The concourse view does look a bit sterile and I agree about the comment about the low ceiling. I would like to see more renderings of the headhouse and terminal frontage, as know whether the terminal will be built with accommodations for rail transit.
CMHOhio replied to buildingcincinnati's post in a topic in Central & Southeast Ohio Projects & ConstructionThis project really turned out great. The original height would've been nice, but I'll take it. Also, did the project re-use the facades of the original buildings on the corner of King & High and along King? It looks like it, but I can't recall if its original or recreated.
I had always hoped someone would come along and renovate this property. It's one of the few cool looking warehouse spaces left in the core city; I really hope the new owners do indeed plan on restoring it rather than tearing the builds down and putting up something else: Weiler Co., Blu Note Jazz Club owner buy Franklinton warehouses on Rich Street BONNIE MEIBERS | COLUMBUS BUSINESS FIRST By Bonnie Meibers – Staff reporter , Columbus Business First Aug 9, 2023 Derrik and Tiffini Pannell, owners of the Blu Note Jazz Cafe in Bexley, and Columbus real estate firm Robert Weiler Co. are the new owners of a pair of Franklinton warehouses just across the railroad tracks from downtown Columbus. A Weiler Co. representative confirmed the firm is the minority owner of the property, following a deal that took place earlier this summer. The Pannells, who bought the property via Pannell Music Center LLC, previously said they were still firming up plans for the property. They couldn't be reached for further comment this week. https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2023/08/09/weiler-co-franklinton-music-venue.html
Agreed. I was really hoping that the Rhodes tower renovation would include some architectural measures to lessen its odd blockiness, but always knew there would be no way state money would be allocated for something like that. So I'll take the lighting, at least it now contributes a bit more to the skyline at night.
I was in Helsinki visiting friends when it was mentioned Tallinn was only a 2.5 hour ferry ride away, so it became a day trip. Totally worth it; the ferries that traverse the Baltic are like miniature cruise ships!
Agreed. Hopefully the project brings the building(s) closer to the sidewalk to match the development to the West. The article says the new development will house 219 units. Does anyone know how many there are in the current structures on the property?
I'm a 2-hour flight away!
Enjoy! I wish I could be there. I'd like to check out Jackie O's next time I'm back in the 'bus. Plus it'd be cool to meet you all!
I've pondered the same. As mentioned by @Airsupthere are probably several logistical reasons, plus it's likely less expensive to build out on cheap land than it is to build vertically.
