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You're going to think you're living in monochrome with the building against the typically overcast sky. It will be in a good way though.

CMHA NEW CONSTRUCTION OF TOWNHOMES ON EAST 115TH STREET The project consists of one 4-unit townhome building and one 2-family building. The 4-unit townhome will consist of four 3-bedroom units. The 2-family townhome will consist of two 2-bedroom units which will be fully compliant with ADA Accessibility Guidelines and Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards (UFAS). Site work will include a new parking area with a new access drive and a small green space. The UFAS units are slab on grade. The townhomes will have basements.

The Gateway Arch isn't a draw? It isn't, in fact they recently had a competition for solutions on ways to better integrate it into the urban fabric and make it an attraction. http://inhabitat.com/winners-of-the-st-louis-arch-renovation-competition-leaked-early/

City closes on Highland Square land purchase HIGHLAND SQUARE — City officials say a real estate closing Dec. 30 moves the Highland Square neighborhood one step closer to obtaining a grocery store. Implementing legislation adopted by City Council in July, the city of Akron has acquired title to property previously owned by Albrecht Inc. north of West Market Street and bounded by North Portage Path, Edgerton Road and Highland Avenue. http://akron.com/akron-ohio-community-news.asp?aID=11284

Summa's urgent care center moving to new Fairlawn site Ex-Hollywood Video building is in a more visible location for patients, says top executive By Cheryl Powell Beacon Journal medical writer Summa Health System is relocating its urgent care center in Fairlawn to a former Hollywood Video site. The renovated building on West Market Street is expected to open by the end of January or early February, said Bryan Fredericks, chief operating officer for Summa Physicians Inc., the health system's physician practice arm. http://www.ohio.com/news/112992719.html Bath buys former BP property 1/6/2011 - West Side Leader By Anne Dennee “Most of our residents feel very strongly about the property,” said Snow, adding that many see the intersection as a gateway to the Ghent area. He said Bath would start cleaning up the property as soon as possible. In addition to aesthetic improvements, Bath hopes to address safety concerns about the intersection, which has a high accident rate, according to Bath officials. http://akron.com/akron-ohio-community-news.asp?aID=11280

I'm all for the plan, but look at the rendering titled "Base: View North..." The rendering looks great, full of people. But do we really think all of those people will be there? What is to draw them there now that is different from before? Are these all people from out of town at conventions?

The Kaiser Bldg. is where the Pita Pit is. The Diamond Deli is only open for lunch. It seems like there are some restaurants that can only survive on lunch and some only on dinner. Wing Warehouse should not have moved in there. It should be a restaurant that is owned and run by the ballpark. Being 2nd story, probably some people don't know its up there and open all the time.

$40 for 3 people isn't cheap? You're talking about a restaurant vs. a deli. My bill was $90 for 2 people last night at a steakhouse, without drinks.

Delta travelers this month who pick up the airline's in-flight magazine Sky will be treated to a heaping portion of Cleveland's Greenhouse Tavern. In an article titled "3 Masters of Comfort Food," food celeb Andrew Zimmern singles out some of this nation's finest, including Cleveland's Jonathon Sawyer. "He's only 30, but Jonathon Sawyer brings a stacked resume to the table," Zimmern writes, adding that the chef "played instrumental roles in the opening of Michael Symon's Lolita and Parea." Not to mention snagging Food & Wine's "Best New Chef" award. http://www.freshwatercleveland.com/inthenews/deltasky010611.aspx Zimmern Article; http://www.freshwatercleveland.com/inthenews/deltasky010611.aspx

Properities magazine has a blurb that construction on the University-Cedar Rapid station should begin construction in Summer 2011

Nervous Dog did get open in time, just barely. They opened on the 23rd. 1. The Kieser Building's new tenant (this is a fact vs rumor) – A hookah bar. The current hooka bar down the street is not moving – it is a second bar opening. I have to admit I am very skeptical. I didn't know there was enough business to support one Hookah bar vs two………… 3. 22 E Exchange Street: Lux is leaving its current location to go across the street. It makes sense. Aside from a MUCH smaller heating bill - it is a better space for a bar/ club. Second story retail is tough. 4. Chipotle coming to campus……apparently Highland Square is a hike! HA http://www.ohioverticals.com/blogs/realestate/2010/12/rumors-hookah-coffee-and-burritos-oh-my/

LMN Architects and Gustafson Guthrie Nichol envision bold ideas for downtown's Group Plan Commission Published: Saturday, December 18, 2010, 5:30 AM Updated: Saturday, December 18, 2010, 4:05 PM Steven Litt, The Plain Dealer By Steven Litt, The Plain Dealer The core message of the planners -- architect Mark Hinshaw of LMN Architects, and Shannon Nichol of the landscape architecture firm Gustafson Guthrie Nichol -- is that Cleveland boasts incredible riches. http://blog.cleveland.com/architecture/2010/12/new_concepts_for_cleveland_gro.html

Bridgestone progress:

Yikes, nice to see some progressive architecture, but no need for that many different materials and colors on such a small scale.

Couldn't agree more.

Canton shrine set for major expansion Hall of fame expecting $23.6 million addition to be finished in 2013 By Kathy Antoniotti Beacon Journal staff writer Canton's Pro Football Hall of Fame will announce on Friday the largest expansion and renovation in the hall of fame's history. The ''Future 50 Project'' includes plans for a $23.6 million expansion, expected to be completed in 2013. The planned opening will coincide with the hall's 50th anniversary. http://www.ohio.com/news/111581424.html

UA eyes Edwin Shaw for fire training center Talks preliminary, but county looking for a buyer By Rick Armon Beacon Journal staff writer Summit County has approached the University of Akron about putting its proposed training center for fire, police and emergency service personnel on the former Edwin Shaw property in Lakemore. The university and Summit County, which owns the site, are in ''very, very, very preliminary discussions,'' said Jason Dodson, chief of staff for County Executive Russ Pry. http://www.ohio.com/news/111652364.html

new ohio city thai restaurant quickly cooks up a following Thursday, December 09, 2010 Amy and Montri Visatsud met in a Thai restaurant, so it's only fitting that they'd open their own. Banana Blossom debuted in November at 2800 Clinton in Ohio City. The couple considered Brunswick, but the choice wasn't difficult. "I'm a Cleveland native," says Amy, "and I'm really excited to see all the new businesses coming into the neighborhood, and this seemed like a good opportunity to get in there." The move quickly paid off. Amy says she's pleasantly surprised by the local support, especially considering that the site -- the former home of Jazz 28 and Halite -- is a couple blocks off the main West 25th Street drag. "We have a lot of regulars already," she reports. "We had one girl who was there four times in the first week we were open." Montri worked in an aunt's restaurant in Seattle, but is a first-time owner. Partner Sengchan Misaiphon is the chef. Both are from Bangkok, and they strive for authenticity in their extensive menu, which includes 58 entrees. http://www.freshwatercleveland.com/devnews/bananablossom12092010.aspx

Cleveland Bets Vornado Can Revamp Economy as Health-Care Hub By David M. Levitt - Dec 6, 2010 3:56 PM ET Cleveland, which has poured almost $1 billion into such projects as three sports stadiums and the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, is on the verge of spending $465 million in an effort to remake itself as the epicenter for the sale of medical equipment and supplies. The city’s planned Medical Mart & Convention Center, scheduled to start construction next month, would transcend earlier renewal efforts and attract the kind of high-tech jobs the area needs, said Tim Hagan, a Cuyahoga County commissioner who has championed the project. http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2010-12-06/cleveland-bets-465-million-vornado-can-revamp-economy-as-health-care-hub.html http://www.freshwatercleveland.com/inthenews/bloombergmedmart120910.aspx

Young's Hotel and Restaurant laid to rest Akron landmark falls along with snowflakes to make way for development By Bob Downing Beacon Journal staff writer It was the beginning of the end for city-owned Young's Hotel and Restaurant on Manchester Road (state Route 93) at Carnegie Avenue. http://www.ohio.com/news/111395694.html Y members give new center a test run By Jim Carney Beacon Journal staff writer Willie McCall, one of the first to use the University Park Y early Monday morning, couldn't say enough about the new $11 million facility. http://www.ohio.com/news/111414464.html

Just in the paper today, but it sold on Dec. 2 Company spends $3 million for mall Rolling Acres property deal made after four years on market. Buyer plans mixed-use business center The mall had seen a decline in tenants for years before it closed in October 2008. Nearby anchor stores Sears and J.C. Penney Outlet have remained open. The buyer is a company called Premier Ventures LLC of Irvine, Calif. http://www.ohio.com/news/top_stories/111429104.html ROLLING ACRES August 1975: Sears and 20 other busi... Published on Tuesday, Dec 07, 2010 http://www.ohio.com/news/top_stories/111429159.html time line of mall history The company that last bought it paid $2.5 mil. So I doubt they made much after any money they invested in marketing, any upkeep, security, etc... edit: wow, they paid about $450K in taxes, so they probably lost money.

Battery Park Power House Wine Bar... The concept at this unique, not so typical wine bar is YOLO.. You Only Live Once... The YOLO atmosphere is chic relaxing yet fun to be at. Our goal is to create an upscale place to visit, where you can have fun, enjoy a bottle of wine, and escape the madness of everyday life.. http://www.batteryparkwinebar.com/index-1.html

Cleveland designers brainstorm downtown ideas on Mall, lakefront and riverfront for Group Plan Commission Published: Thursday, December 02, 2010, 5:00 AM Updated: Thursday, December 02, 2010, 11:51 AM Steven Litt, The Plain Dealer Steven Litt, The Plain Dealer Instead of whining about it, local practitioners are making constructive suggestions. Eager to have their say on the future of the city's core, roughly 60 local architects, landscape architects and planners convened Tuesday at the Louis Stokes Wing of the Cleveland Public Library for an all-day brainstorming session on the future of downtown. http://blog.cleveland.com/architecture/2010/12/downtown_planners_brainstorm_i.html There is a proposed rendering showing the riverfront, but this really doesn't mean anything, just a suggestion.

12 breweries to watch in 2011 Keep your eyes on these 12 breweries with big plans for 2011. MARKET GARDEN BREWERY Cleveland According to Sam McNulty, the beer god responsible for Cleveland spots like the Belgian-laden Bier Markt and pizza-slinging Bar Cento, his union with former Dogfish Head brewer Andy Tveekrem was meant to be. “I was backpacking by myself in Thailand, sitting in a bar and surfing the ’net,” says McNulty. “I read that Andy was leaving Dogfish, so I got in touch, and it was bromance at first sight.” Their mutual affection spawned Market Garden, which by its winter opening may offer as many as 25 beers—some guest taps but mostly their own, many of which have been crowd-approved by Bier Markt patrons. Tveekrem’s sessionable creations for Market Garden are decidedly tamer than his Dogfish suds—many of them clock in under 5% ABV—and lean closer to the brewing ethos he developed in his early days at Great Lakes Brewing. “Beer has swung so far in the direction of extremism—in both taste and ABV—and while it’s nice to have a good Belgian tripel from time to time, you can’t put down a gallon in one night,” McNulty says. Tveekrem continues, “As the pendulum swings back, I want to focus on refinement and finesse, not about how much you can pour into the kettle. Philosophically, that’s where my head’s always been.” Offerings will range from a German-style bock to a Belgian tripel to an American pale, but the pair won’t stop with beer: Tveekrem will try his hand at distilling with whiskeys, infused vodkas and gin, while McNulty hones a menu of picnic-style eats, perfect for casual meals in the brewery’s 3,000-square-foot cobblestoned American beer garden. TWO TO TRY: Explore Tveekrem’s range with a light, pre-Prohibition-style American lager, and a honey barleywine. “I’ve been playing with the recipe for about 25 years now,” he says. “It needs to see the light of day.” http://draftmag.com/features/12-breweries-to-watch-in-2011/ Local, Fresh Approach Goes Down Good at Cleveland Airport Marriott 10/22/2010 By Glenn Hasek Something very exciting is happening at the Cleveland (Ohio) Airport Marriott—something that should interest any hotel owner or manager looking to build their restaurant business. The Marriott owned and managed hotel, which completed a $20 million renovation in July 2009, has a restaurant—AMP 150—that has been getting steady local publicity since it opened in September 2009. “AMP” stands for “America’s Modern Palate.” http://www.greenlodgingnews.com/local-fresh-approach-goes-down-good-cleveland-airport

It was supposed to be by the end of this year. I don't see that happening now, unless it's just a ceremonial ground breaking. Here's its own thread: http://www.urbanohio.com/forum2/index.php/topic,15116.0.html