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Here is how that project turned out. It has received very good accolades. It was designed by Japanese Architect Fumihiko Maki. It's a good deal bigger though at 163k s.f. The new Arch. building is planned at 120k.

Kent has a ton of projects in the beginning stages right now: Renovations and Additions for the School of Art Construction Cost: $18.5 million New Building for the College of Applied Engineering, Sustainability and Technology Construction Cost: $10.0 million New Facility for the College of Architecture and Environmental Design Construction Cost: $31.0 million

There might be something in the works for UPA area, and it would be a better option. Hope it works out!

Wally Waffle moving to Highland Square By Stephanie Warsmith Beacon Journal staff writer Wally Waffle is losing its downtown spot because of Akron Children’s Hospital’s expansion project, but it has found a new home in Highland Square. The restaurant will be the latest business in a city-owned building that also houses Chipotle and the trendy Next clothing store http://www.ohio.com/news/local/wally-waffle-moving-to-highland-square-1.320755

The music seems like an odd choice though, imo. Thanks for posting the video.

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

Request for Qualifications Center for Innovation in Health Professions 2112 Euclid Avenue Cleveland State University is planning a new building called the Center for Innovation in Health Professions (CIHP). The facility will provide the University an identity and presence it has never had by bringing together medical programs in one building; expanding the opportunity to encourage collaboration across disciplines. In addition a new partnership with NEOMED will allow for a permanent presence for the medical school on CSU’s campus. The University has recently concluded a build planning study with faculty and staff from the Provost’s Office and the University Architect’s Office. This process must be validated with the help of external consultants. It is anticipated that a 6 week program validation period will commence immediately upon the execution of a contract. We are interested in working with a firm that has extensive experience not only in architectural planning and design but the process of deciding how to allocate space in a building based on an academic program; an academic strategy for realizing the educational program envisioned in the facility. Finally, the financial goals and constraints need to be fully understood as well as other external factors that may be relevant to program expansion. To that end a Business Plan will be developed by the consultant to analyze the return on investment. The building will create new expenses and revenues. Items such as: potential for growth in enrollment, grants, increase in faculty and re-purposing of space vacated by the move to the new building. These factors must be measured against the University’s investment in the facility. Once the concept of the academic program and return on investment is vetted, then an architectural vision will be formed. /\/\/\ This would be directly across Euclid from the new Student Center.

The Office restaurant, which is in North Hill, is opening another location in The Watermark which is the new housing project across from the Sheraton in the Falls.

Back to drawing board for group seeking to build hotel in Fairlawn By Marilyn Miller Beacon Journal staff writer Published: July 2, 2012 - 11:38 PM FAIRLAWN: It’s back to the planning board for the company that wants to build a Marriott Residence Inn near state Route 18 and Interstate 77. The upscale extended-stay hotel would be within walking distance of the Crystal Clinic and Akron General Wellness Center. http://www.ohio.com/news/local/back-to-drawing-board-for-group-seeking-to-build-hotel-in-fairlawn-1.317936

Progress continues at new Goodyear headquarters By Jim Mackinnon Beacon Journal business writer Published: July 5, 2012 - 12:22 AM | Updated: July 5, 2012 - 07:17 AM Lichter’s latest plans call for turning much of Goodyear Hall into apartments while retaining the building’s large theater and gymnasium. One idea is for the former bank at one corner of Goodyear Hall to be converted into what is called a boutique hotel. Goodyear’s old headquarters will be gutted in places, with a large glass atrium put in and the building leased out as modern office space. http://www.ohio.com/news/top-stories/progress-continues-at-new-goodyear-headquarters-1.318236

historic downtown buildings will be transformed into apartments using tax credits Thursday, July 05, 2012 The State of Ohio has awarded $35.8 million in tax credits to 18 owners who are planning to rehabilitate 44 historic buildings across the state. Two of the projects, the Vincent building and the Truman building, are located in downtown Cleveland. The Truman building, located on Euclid Avenue between E. 9th and 12th streets, will be renovated to include retail storefronts, office space, 18 market rate apartments and parking. Construction is expected to create at least 50 jobs. The Vincent Tower, whose upper floors were refurbished for the digital marketing agency Rosetta, will be rehabbed to include 85 market rate apartments. The building, which is located at 629 Euclid Avenue, will receive a $7 million investment. The project will retain 400-plus jobs and create at least 50 construction jobs. Both projects will feed the strong demand for apartments downtown. Currently, occupancy rates are at about 96 percent and many buildings have waiting lists. http://www.freshwatercleveland.com/devnews/historicpreservationcredits070512.aspx?utm_source=VerticalResponse&utm_medium=Email&utm_term=historic+downtown+buildings+will+be+transformed+into+apartments+using+tax+credits&utm_content={Email_Address}&utm_campaign=Wish+You+Were+Here

I don't believe this is right on the corner of Market & Forge. I saw a rendering for a building there and it was at least 4-5 stories. I think this building will be further NE, towards the Hospital, on the corner of Park & Forge. I say that because that is where they are moving dirt now. They have about 4-5 buildings planned for that whole lot.

Wow, that's good news. I thought the whole building was gutted however, so they must have been awarded it to maintain the exterior.

Yes, there is retail space on the 1st floor facing Crave. It doesn't seem to be the most prominent though due to the design of the building. I'm not sure why they angled it away from the street except to create a small outdoor patio area possibly. Local group looks to buy Rubber Bowl, put Akron Fire in as part of USFL By George M. Thomas Beacon Journal sports writer If a Canton-based marketing group has its way, the Akron Fire will be burning up the abandoned football field of the Rubber Bowl next spring. Sean Mason, president of Team1 Marketing Group, announced Wednesday that an investment group his company heads intends to purchase the dormant Rubber Bowl and place a United State Football League team in the facility. The Fire would potentially begin play next spring as part of the eight-team USFL, whose formation was announced earlier this year. http://www.ohio.com/sports/zips/local-group-looks-to-buy-rubber-bowl-put-akron-fire-in-as-part-of-usfl-1.316991

FYI, DBA (Danta Buccozi Akron) is set to open on Monday, July 2. Sushi on the Roll is growing By Lisa Abraham Beacon Journal food writer Published: June 27, 2012 - 09:05 PM | Updated: June 28, 2012 - 07:50 AM MEDINA: Sushi on the Roll is on a roll. Less than five years since two out-of-work mortgage lenders declared their intent to “bring sushi to the masses,” the company is flourishing, adding new customers each week and settling into a new 7,000-square-foot building in Medina. http://www.ohio.com/news/top-stories/sushi-on-the-roll-is-growing-1.316920

Akron-Canton gets early taste of Waterloo, Laker Lager By Rick Armon Beacon Journal staff writer The Brick Brewing Co., Ontario, Canada’s first craft brewer, is using the Akron-Canton area as a springboard to launch its beers into the U.S. market. Local drinkers are getting the first sips of Waterloo Dark, IPA and Amber, and Laker Lager after the brewery teamed up with Esber Beverage Co. in Canton. http://www.ohio.com/lifestyle/akron-canton-gets-early-taste-of-waterloo-laker-lager-1.316574

I received this image in the mail as part of a flyer for Child Guidance & Family Services. It's their new building at E. Market & Forge, also soon to be known as "Market Square". Two story, 25,000 s.f.

Not entirely true. Architectural services on a project like this will be at least $10,000, not counting project management and AOR duties like construction management that would bring it up to 5-10% project cost (supposed to be 10% but architectural fees have been slashed nation-wide since the Great Recession). Renderings are cheap relative to redevelopment costs. That's a very broad statement.

The Chemstress building is next to the library. There is a vacant plot between that and the Nantucket Building that has the Stew Pot Kitchen on the ground floor. Albrect Inc. has had a sign up in the space for years. Then there is another vacant plot between Nantucket and the United building which is known as Commerce Park. There was a idea generated for infill of that at one point, but I don't think there is much demand for it right now.

They have put a poster up on the former Two Amigos building in Highland Square for a new place called Highland Tavern. It looks like they are already working inside.

Green planners OK new hotel, expansion of another By George W. Davis Special to the Beacon Journal Published: June 21, 2012 - 07:45 PM | Updated: June 22, 2012 - 09:59 AM GREEN: A $5.5 million Residence Inn hotel and a 23-room addition to the Hampton Inn, both on Arlington Ridge East, received conditional approval Wednesday night from the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission. Project manager Greg Zellers said ground could be broken within 30 days for the 80-room, four-story Residence Inn by Marriott on the east side of South Arlington Road and just west of Interstate 77. Completion is expected in 10 to 12 months. http://www.ohio.com/news/green-planners-ok-new-hotel-expansion-of-another-1.315615

I agree, I can't really see the City getting behind this with how much they have vested in Lock 3. The proposed loft development will help, but there are still two barren corners at that intersection as well which will take a good bit of time to develop, if it happens at all.

Great, I wasn't sure if the tap room was open yet or not. I will definitely stop by if they have food trucks there every once in a while. Dante Boccuzzi prepares for July opening of new restaurant in former home of Chrissie Hynde's VegiTerranean Published: Friday, June 15, 2012, 4:14 PM Updated: Friday, June 15, 2012, 4:30 PM Akron -- When chef Dante Boccuzzi opens his latest fine-dining restaurant in the Northside Lofts and Townhomes early next month, he'll transport his sophisticated culinary style to sleek new environs. Dubbed Dante Boccuzzi Akron, the 75-seat restaurant takes over a space long occupied by VegiTerranean, rock star Chrissie Hynde's vegan destination. When the Akron native decided to shut down her animal-free eatery, Boccuzzi saw it as a chance to serve a constituency that often drives 30-plus miles to dine at Dante, his flagship restaurant in Cleveland's Tremont neighborhood. http://www.cleveland.com/taste/index.ssf/2012/06/dante_boccuzzi_prepares_for_ju.html

There is a place called Bangin Burgers that should get under construction soon Downtown. Its address is 323 S. Main St., which would put it next to Pita Pit. The Mexican restaurant in 22 Exchange submitted for a building permit about a month ago. No word on when construction might begin. Also, Angel Falls in Highland Sq. should be getting a small kitchen area soon where they can do hot sandwiches. Hudson's First & Main almost completely full May 16, 2012 by Laura Freeman | Reporter The Three Palms, a Neapolitan-style pizzeria will move into the former San Francisco Oven site at 60 Village Way on the corner of Library Street in July, Gettens said. The restaurant previously had a working name of Lunidi, which is Italian for Monday, the name of the owners, Shawn and Tiffany Monday. They also operate One Red Door and Flipside on Village Way, along with Michael Schwartz. http://www.hudsonhubtimes.com/news/article/5189148

Association’s new director envisions big things for Cascade Locks Park area By Bob Downing The historic Mustill Store has been saved and refurbished next to the Towpath Trail. A plaza and waterwheel sculpture later were added to Cascade Locks Park with its five canal locks just north of downtown Akron. But don’t suggest to the grass-roots Cascade Locks Park Association that its work is done. http://www.ohio.com/news/association-s-new-director-envisions-big-things-for-cascade-locks-park-area-1.315486 Just took a look at the Cascade Lofts (NOHO Lofts) site and they have some plans for the building. This is across the street and beside Cascade Locks. http://nohoakronlofts.com/photos