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For Beachland to say the construction is the only result of their attendance lag is irresponsible. I live in Akron and have driven their for shows. If there is a performer that I want to see there, I would make the trip. Maybe last year they had more popular performers? A local sausage shop on the other hand is in a different situation.

If this is "Glitzy" then a word does not exist for a building like MOCA.

Auction planned at Rubber Bowl By Carol Biliczky Beacon Journal staff writer Published: October 13, 2013 - 06:18 PM | Updated: October 14, 2013 - 07:42 AM After that, it’s go time for the bowl’s new lease on life. Mason said his investors will pump $10 million to $12 million into new turf, an aluminum overdeck system that will cover the concrete and seal it from further decay and a pre-fabricated press box. “We’re actually looking at putting a dome on the stadium,” so that it could be used year-round. That would add another $15 million to $20 million to the bill, he said. http://www.ohio.com/news/auction-planned-at-rubber-bowl-1.436547

Why do you say that? They are moving fast on the Ameritrust project because they are the owner and every day it's not occupied with a paying tenant they are losing money. A project like this the contract amount is determined up front and typically there is no incentive to staff it with more people to get it done faster.

Are you referring to the School of the Arts? The old building was completely demolished. There's zero renovation here-- it's total new build with the possible reuse of a few architectural fragments salvaged from the old old school building. Gotcha Edit: The future Cleveland School of the Arts will be strategically placed in the heart of Cleveland’s cultural center. The building will share a larger site with John Hay High School, a Neoclassical structure built in 1929, designed by George Hopkinson, a prominent Cleveland architect. The formal relationship of the two high schools on a larger campus creates a large green space at the heart of the city. The School of the Arts defines the eastern campus edge and creates a gateway and pedestrian connector to both bus and light rail at the prominent corner of Carnegie and Stearns Road. http://www.moodynolan.com/#portfolio/project_5fadd9a6-9541-4421-9a24-3bd21485a04c

You did not label them as extremes. I assumed you thought the new design was "Legoland" while you wanted something like the old "Prague". Either way you're not really addressing the issue of cost here in renovation or new design.

Yes, I have seen their work on their website. It looks like the same crap found in "anybig city, USA". I have no dobut that they may be one of the better firms in the country in terms of how a hotel operates and what makes them successful. I just hope they don't have any hand in the design. Where did you see that they did the Euclid Ave. plan? Sasaki did that with Wilbur Smith Associates. http://www.sasaki.com/project/105/

If it ends of being a vegetable garden, depending on what is planted, it could become a type of "gas station".

Not me. I complain that we have too much modern architecture. If I had to choose an extreme, I would rather Cleveland look like Prague than Legoland. The old building may have outlived its usefulness as a school, but it was still a solid and beautiful building that awaited its next life and purpose. But we don't repurpose buildings very well in Cleveland, in Ohio and in America. Sadly our state funding policies skew toward new school construction than rebuilding old. And "as has been discussed ad nasueum"? Sorry, but this is a debate that will never end as long as there are preservationists and demolitionists. If you hoped to end it with your post, better get used to disappointment. :) As I stated, you cannot build 14th century Prague on a 21st century budget. Re-purposing / renovation also cost a great deal. In most cases it is more cost effective to tear down and build new. I am not saying that is the way to go, but that is why there are things like tax incentives to defray costs. In terms of this specific building, from what I can see they are renovating the existing building, it is too small so they are adding to it.

This Saturday, October 12, over 100 musical acts, over 100 vendors, all FREE: http://porchrokr.com/

What exactly makes this "good"? You will never see the building from this perspective unless you are in a plane.

Design should represent the era we presently live in. It is not cost feasible and there are not artisans like there were 50 or more years ago to create detailing of the past.

It does. Also, I don't get the last image with the crayons. Shouldn't at least on of them same "achieve" instead of "fail"?

Akron moving ahead with plans to improve Cascade Plaza By Stephanie Warsmith Beacon Journal staff writer Published: October 7, 2013 - 10:54 PM Planning Director John Moore said the plaza project will involve ripping off the concrete plaza, resealing the deck underneath and converting the plaza to green space, including adding plantings, benches and tables. A wall will be taken down so the plaza can be seen from Main Street. “It should be a significant improvement,” Moore said of the work, which is expected to be completed by next summer. http://www.ohio.com/news/local/akron-moving-ahead-with-plans-to-improve-cascade-plaza-1.435081

Then we you do get something like that people still don't like it: http://www.urbanohio.com/forum2/index.php/topic,3435.msg677069.html#msg677069 People in general just like to complain.

It looks like a Hawaiian shirt at a serious business meeting. I don't mind it. I'm just glad they are finally doing something. This has been in the works for 10 years.

KSU’s esplanade to be named for Lefton By Mary Ann Ferguson-Rich Special to the Beacon Journal Published: October 5, 2013 - 09:42 PM | Updated: October 7, 2013 - 10:36 AM KENT: Town and gown are now officially connected in the city of Kent. In the midst of rain showers, the University Esplanade extension was formally opened at a ceremony held at the arch near Main and Willow Streets on Friday. The $3.3 million dollar project connects the Kent State University campus with downtown. http://www.ohio.com/news/ksu-s-esplanade-to-be-named-for-lefton-1.434575

Agree. Also, the random words at the top of the building are cheesy as well. It reminds me of one of those fake Irish pubs, like Claddagh. Correct, a state fair is what I think they would be going for. Farm-to-table is huge right now (think organic). They are not using the lettering at the top of the building. The image was used to show the lighting being used, not the lettering.

It's really more of a branding/concept study. They are going to build one in Columbus, but it was included with this submittal so you could see the concept and materials. I'm not sure what you mean by "cheesy custom artwork". This isn't an Applebee's and I can't really say that I can think off the top of my head of any artwork being incorporated into restaurant signage in Cleveland. I don't really consider something like what Brasa has as a piece of art as opposed to just an eye catcher.

NEOMED marks anniversary with new facilities By Carol Biliczky Beacon Journal staff writer Published: October 6, 2013 - 11:09 PM | Updated: October 7, 2013 - 07:52 AM ROOTSTOWN TWP.: The Northeast Ohio Medical University is marking its 40th anniversary with two new buildings — the first major additions to the rural campus since its inception. Officials say the $37 million housing project and a $45 million research and graduate education facility will modernize and enhance the campus. http://www.ohio.com/news/local/neomed-marks-anniversary-with-new-facilities-1.434800

You would rather have a surface lot than have 5,000-20,000 people downtown? I think someone hacked your account.

Omnova gets state tax credit for new jobs at planned headquarters in Beachwood By Katie Byard Beacon Journal business writer Published: September 30, 2013 - 11:37 PM The tax credit — approved Monday by the Ohio Tax Credit Authority — would be awarded to Omnova should it add 70 new jobs in Beachwood, creating $4.725 million in new annual payroll. “For the state to give money to enable a corporation to move from one city in Ohio to another is pretty disappointing ... I can understand state monies being utilized to get jobs into the state to get job expansion,” Roth said. http://www.ohio.com/business/omnova-gets-state-tax-credit-for-new-jobs-at-planned-headquarters-in-beachwood-1.433203

/\/\ looks great, and similar to what Crop has done. I can't imagine how much it costs to heat a space like that though vs. a traditional space. Also, I am really not a fan of the acoustics in Crop.

The pictures on the inside show no structural cracks in walls or compromised ceiling supports. Just because water is leaking in doesn't mean its in danger of collapse. http://planning.city.cleveland.oh.us/landmark/agenda/2013/09122013/index.php So I am more inclined to question Cleveland Clinic's motives based on their history of preservation and adaptive reuse.... They have none. There are other issues in the report than water damage. Something is off with the foundation. The stone arches inside are pulling apart and there is a 10" floor difference from the center isle to the side isle. I agree that there is not enough damage that it could be fixed. This same issue happened a year ago in Akron with a church that McDonald's bought. http://www.urbanohio.com/forum2/index.php/topic,3151.msg618410.html#msg618410 You're correct, CC probably has no adaptive reuse in store because churches are one of, if not the hardest structure to reuse, unless it would again be used for an assembly space. I would think they would want to use an independent 3rd party, or else the city inspector.

Do you mean "Featured Projects"? That's only completed work. A link to it is on the front page: http://www.geis.us/County.php