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http://www.csuohio.edu/offices/architect/

It will have the residents, plus all of the tourists since it was rated one of the top bar-hoping areas in the world.

Akron may invest in Aeros’ stadium to keep team in city for longer period By Stephanie Warsmith Beacon Journal staff writer With the sale of the Aeros in progress, Akron is considering investing in the stadium to keep the baseball team longer than the five years remaining in the stadium’s lease, Mayor Don Plusquellic said Monday. “It’s a concern of the new owner that the stadium needs improvements,” Plusquellic said during a council meeting http://www.ohio.com/news/local/akron-may-invest-in-aeros-stadium-to-keep-team-in-city-for-longer-period-1.338711

The APS building seems like the most logical choice. I don't think it would be big enough for the demand they may have though. That could be a good thing though, they think there might be a couple of projects in Akron.

Agreed yawn....ha

Where is the kitchen?

Akron officials update project for Summit Lake neighborhood By Rick Armon Beacon Journal staff writer Akron leaders hope to break ground soon on the new Summit Lake Family Opportunity Center and have the educational facility open next fall. Officials from Akron Metropolitan Housing Authority, Akron Public Schools, the city of Akron and Summit County held a launch party Wednesday to update the community on the nearly $5 million project. http://www.ohio.com/news/local/akron-officials-update-project-for-summit-lake-neighborhood-1.337637

Plans for former Young’s Hotel site fall through; Akron to seek new proposals By Stephanie Warsmith Beacon Journal staff writer Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic held a news conference in September 2010 announcing that the dilapidated Young’s Hotel would be torn down and replaced by a new hotel and retail complex. Plusquellic said a local construction manager planned to buy the site from the city and redevelop it with private investors. He said Akron would recoup the $800,000 the city had invested in the building and renovations to keep it http://www.ohio.com/news/local-news/plans-for-former-young-s-hotel-site-fall-through-akron-to-seek-new-proposals-1.337045

Ha, I looked at their website and liked some of their work. I'm just not too familiar with them.

UPA hosted http://www.artspace.org/ this week for a very exciting project. They are looking at delivering an artists lofts housing project near Downtown Akron. It may be in the UPA footprint, but it doesn't have to be. They are a non-profit developer that have done many projects around the country. They provide affordable rent for artists and larger than normal apartments that are used as live/work spaces. They usually incorportae ground level retail and community spaces into the building as well. The next step is for them to acquire funds to develop a survey that will determine feasibility.

Olde Harbor Inn closes at Portage Lakes Beacon Journal staff report The Olde Harbor Inn, a Portage Lakes mainstay, has closed its doors. Owner Steve Burroughs posted this notice on the restaurant’s website: “After five years of great food, great entertainment and great dockside dining, we regretfully announce our closing. http://www.ohio.com/business/olde-harbor-inn-closes-at-portage-lakes-1.334462

Gordon Canute, designer of Akron landmarks, dies at age 87 By Jim Mackinnon Beacon Journal business writer There’s the old Akron-Summit County Public Library headquarters, the Federal Building and Cascade III, all in downtown Akron. Mr. Canute also was involved in designing several University of Akron dormitories and some local schools. And there are lots more, including the Tangier restaurant, where a large mural inside the main entrance includes a depiction of Canute. (He’s the guy on the left). http://www.ohio.com/news/local/gordon-canute-designer-of-akron-landmarks-dies-at-age-87-1.334574

I thought I subscribed to this thread, but apparently not. Who would you pick? Has there been any news on who has been short-listed, yet? Allied Works/Payto BSHM/Gwathemy Siegel <- not a huge fan, but would deliver a project most would like Bialosky/ARO BCJ/sol/Harris Day Bostwick/BIG Moody/Predock Fleishcman/PSC Bowen/Weiss Manfredi TECHNE/ShoP Collaborative/Miller Hull WRL Only reason I didn't add NADDA is b/c they don't have a local firm. No shortlist yet.

Ohhh...Zagats! I've always thought Red has a great steak, but I forgot about Prime 112. Ate there once and it was really good as well. Coming Spring 2013 http://butcherandthebrewer.com/

Frank Lloyd Wright house in Ohio named most romantic place By Betty O’Neill-Roderick Special to the Beacon Journal Did you know the most romantic place in the country is right here in Willoughby Hills? Lonely Planet recently named the Louis Penfield House the “Most Romantic Place in the United States.” Noted architect Frank Lloyd Wright designed the home for the Louis Penfield family, which lived there for a number of years. The secluded location in Lake County, just off Interstate 90, makes it an ideal spot for a romantic getaway or a honeymoon. In the fall, the trees on the heavily wooded property turn brilliant shades of orange and gold. http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/travel/frank-lloyd-wright-house-in-ohio-named-most-romantic-place-1.329867

Thanks for the input but I'm a designer and I consider myself and urbanist and did not put two and two together.

Very stiff competition. I could narrow it to about 10 teams, but not much further than that. Kent State unveils details of mammoth building plan By Carol Biliczky Beacon Journal staff writer As for Kent State, the big winner — at least in terms of the impact on a sole academic program — is the College of Architecture and Environmental Design. Three architecture programs housed in Taylor Hall and elsewhere will get a $40 million headquarters south of the new esplanade extension. Dean Doug Steidl said the fire alarm, electrical and other systems will be exposed in some parts of the new facility as instruction tools. With 120,000 square feet, 50 percent more than it has now, the program for the first time will have room for research. About 825 students are enrolled in the college’s architecture, urban design, interior design and architectural studies programs, Steidl said. http://www.ohio.com/news/local/kent-state-unveils-details-of-mammoth-building-plan-1.330600

Kent State makes bigger venture into Summit County By Carol Biliczky Beacon Journal staff writer Published: August 28, 2012 - 09:33 PM | Updated: August 29, 2012 - 08:15 AM Students seem to be giving a thumbs-up to Kent State’s new Regional Academic Center in Twinsburg. Only three days into the start of fall semester, enrollment there has grown about 16 percent, to 900 students, over the same time last year. http://www.ohio.com/news/kent-state-makes-bigger-venture-into-summit-county-1.330218

For those that are wondering, I believe T.O.D. stands for Transit Oriented Design.

Yea, I don't really get the locations that are being proposed. I think it is supposed to be more like a youth center idea, just to get kids off the street from doing bad things. I could definitely see it in University Park.

Some interesting news for the old Kent Hotel: The building space has been 100% committed. The basement will have retail operations including a new independent bookstore. There will also be some storage for mechanicals in the basement. The first floor and mezzanine will include a large Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant who has been a major contributor in the restoration of the building. The Kent Chamber of Commerce and Marathon Financial will be on the third floor. Veterans’ Transitional housing will have five apartments that will be rented out and administered through Family Community Services. There will be two or three luxury apartments on the fifth floor. He said they are almost 100% financed except for a $ 0.5 Million shortfall. The State considers them 100% financed based on the project’s scoring of 82. Currently it is the State’s favorite project. He said it has officially been designated at the federal as well as local level as an historical structure. He said it is going to be a lot of work but hopes to be opened and occupied by late November. http://www.kentohio.org/boards/2012/PC05152012.pdf

Resident plans to revive classic arcade in Akron Featured Written by Chris Miller “Growing up every kid wants to do something,” said DiDomenico. “I wanted to work in an arcade. We don’t have an old-fashioned classic arcade in town anywhere.” For location, he said he’d like to set up the arcade in North Hill, Elizabeth Park or the Chapel Hill area, but most importantly, he wants the business to launch in Akron. http://www.akronist.com/Business/Resident-plans-to-revive-classic-arcade-in-Akron.html

Remodeled Acme store rises around existing location in Cuyahoga Falls By Betty Lin-Fisher Beacon Journal business writer Steel beams are literally hovering over the existing Acme Fresh Market store on State Road in Cuyahoga Falls as it undergoes a major renovation. “It’s pretty amazing to see the new structure rising up and overcoming the old one,” said Jim Trout, Acme executive vice president. http://www.ohio.com/news/top-stories/remodeled-acme-store-rises-around-existing-location-in-cuyahoga-falls-1.328543

Center entrance agreed upon for new Portage County Municipal Courthouse in Kent By Kyle McDonald | Staff Writer All the hurdles have been cleared to prepare site work for the new Portage County Municipal Courthouse at 303 E. Main St. in Kent. “The judges and commissioners, as of (Tuesday) morning, have signed off, including the central doorway,” Kent Economic Development Director Dan Smith told Kent Planning Commission during a site plan review Tuesday night. “We think they were very accommodating to everything that was asked for.” http://www.recordpub.com/news/article/5210885