the Forum was on E. 9th St. Mills Cafeteria was on Euclid Ave. 

 

https://clevelandmagazine.com/in-the-cle/articles/classic-cleveland

 

"There were so many choices — a plethora of restaurants lining Euclid Avenue as well as the Forum Cafeteria on East Ninth, the Silver Grille at Higbee's and the Tea Room at Halle's."

Edited November 18, 20186 yr by eastvillagedon

Thanks for the pics @ExPatClevelandGuy 

 

On 11/14/2018 at 1:21 PM, MayDay said:

The building lobby (corridors, not just the banking hall) is now closed to all 'cut through' foot traffic. Glad to see them getting ready for redevelopment but sad to lose a place to duck out of bad weather.

Yes

 

On 11/13/2018 at 11:51 AM, imjustinjk said:

 

I agree with your points. I shop at Geigers, and other local stores Downtown. I think that some of these retail spaces might be too large and/or expensive for some local businesses though. 

 

I know that personally, I rarely-to-never go to Steelyard. Same with Friends. But regardless you're right. I think that a small format big box store could work in Cleveland, especially near one of the busiest intersections. The issue with Steelyard and downtown residents is that those without a car its not the most accessible. The #81 ... is a journey. There's uber/lyft or a ZipCar (I use the latter when I do head down there). Pending weather its not a terrible bike ride. However, I do most of my shopping online. I'm not sure if we can draw in national retail yet, and local retail can be risky starting a new business - especially in really expensive spaces. As a student I know that there is some missing retail needs that many campuses have, and this is pretty close to CSU. However, I'm not sure if theres enough students living close to campus yet. 

Yes, I hate it when they cut off what was always a public corridor in a building downtown - National City, Ohio Savings, etc.

On 11/11/2018 at 7:31 PM, Htsguy said:

I hope this article results in somebody at Millennium contacting Tanno's to try and negotiate a new lease when the renovations are completed.  It sounds like they would like to return to the arcade and they are a class operation and would benefit a corner that has lose so much retail over the years.

 

I had an office in the Huntington Building and had my shirts made at Joseph Scarfidi for years.  Even when I had an office in buildings quite a distance from the Huntington I would always take time off during the day and go back and have my shoes shine in that great old shoe shine stand.  I always remembered how easy it was to catch a cab in front of the building back in the day since there were always 3-4 taxis lined up in front on Euclid due to all the law and accounting firms in the building.

I hope you still give Joseph Scafidi some business, in his current location.

On 11/15/2018 at 8:48 AM, KJP said:

I may have taken pictures down there. I'll have to look for them.

My dining room chandelier ("electrolier") is reputed to be from the Guvnor's Pub, that in the lower level off East Ninth. It followed other restaurants in that space.   Looking for photos of interior!

The project is being branded "The Centennial" with CBRE handling leasing:

 

https://www.crainscleveland.com/real-estate/millennia-cos-has-name-its-270-million-renovation-project-downtown-cleveland-centennial

 

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Millennia Cos. has a name for its $270 million renovation project in downtown Cleveland: The Centennial
STAN BULLARD

 

The redevelopment project at this building at 925 Euclid Ave. will be known as The Centennial.
Millennia Cos. has christened the mammoth office building at 925 Euclid Ave., known also by its former names the Huntington Bank Building and Union Trust, as The Centennial.

Millennia's disclosure came via a CBRE Group Inc. news release stating that Millennia's Millennia Commercial Group Ltd. had appointed a team from CBRE to market its downtown Cleveland historic properties, including The Centennial.

Choosing a name for the proposed $270 million renovation project will be helpful, as there is confusion attached to the property due to its long history. However, getting The Centennial to replace the Huntington Building as the property's name in the public consciousness, after decades when it served as the bank's Northeast Ohio headquarters, may take some time and effort.

CBRE said Millennia Cos. will announce more details soon on the proposed remake of The Centennial. The news release mentioned retail uses inside the massive bank hall, in addition to an event center.

...

 

i can't wait for this project to get started. i think they have to start construction by sometime this summer or the tax credits are in jeopardy.

2 hours ago, simplythis said:

i can't wait for this project to get started. i think they have to start construction by sometime this summer or the tax credits are in jeopardy.

didn't the Athletic Club and Euclid Grand both get tax credit extensions? seems like there's always a way to get around deadlines.

My 1920s-style dining room chandelier, and "electrolier," is said to be from Guvnor's Pub, that had an entrance off East Ninth and probably from the lower level also.  I had been several other restaurants previously.  Can anyone supply any photos of that space?

Regarding the construction that's finally going on with the five buildings just to the east of 925, does anyone know if this is finally the latest project proposed there or just some kind of stabilization effort?  Thanks.

 

2 minutes ago, lafont said:

Regarding the construction that's finally going on with the five buildings just to the east of 925, does anyone know if this is finally the latest project proposed there or just some kind of stabilization effort?  Thanks.

 

See the latest posts in the John Hartness Brown / Euclid Grand thread

 

https://forum.urbanohio.com/topic/1739-cleveland-downtown-john-hartness-brown-bldgs-euclid-grand/

 

Cross posting  from the May Company thread where someone shared a link to Grunwell-Cashero's Facebook page.  This is the caption on their video about the 925 Buidling: "The largest commercial and restoration project ever in the history of Cleveland is starting later this year! This project will be over $200 million dollars and will include Class A office space, High end restaurants, Luxury condos, and Cleveland history museum!"  

 

First I have ever heard of a Cleveland History Museum?  This is an intriguing idea. 

Condos??

^CONDOS?!!

THAT too ?

Here it is...

 

3 hours ago, mrclifton88 said:

Cross posting  from the May Company thread where someone shared a link to Grunwell-Cashero's Facebook page.  This is the caption on their video about the 925 Buidling: "The largest commercial and restoration project ever in the history of Cleveland is starting later this year! This project will be over $200 million dollars and will include Class A office space, High end restaurants, Luxury condos, and Cleveland history museum!"  

 

First I have ever heard of a Cleveland History Museum?  This is an intriguing idea. 

 

So... will they be relocating the Cleveland History Museum from University Circle..???

Edited March 8, 20196 yr by MuRrAy HiLL

^Are you referring to the Western Reserve Historical Society.  If yes, I cannot see it.  They just spent a huge sum of $$ renovating their building the past few years.

39 minutes ago, Htsguy said:

^Are you referring to the Western Reserve Historical Society.  If yes, I cannot see it.  They just spent a huge sum of $$ renovating their building the past few years.

 

Yes.  But they've also recently done some major rebranding to be called the "Cleveland History Center"....maybe my question should be instead, "I wonder if there will be a connection / extension of the Cleveland History Center in University Circle."

 

Rebranding: 

https://www.thisiscleveland.com/things-to-do/major-attractions/cleveland-history-center

 

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/venues/museum/cleveland-history-center/

Edited March 8, 20196 yr by MuRrAy HiLL

I seriously doubt that. This sounds like something new. Perhaps it will be connected to the WRHS but perhaps not. I think if done well it could be rather neat- and a nice way to open an amazing space to the public. I like that better than showcasing luxury cars. 

Edited March 8, 20196 yr by mrclifton88

First time I've seen I've seen the marketing info for The Centennial aka 925 Euclid...

 

DESCRIPTION

Located at the intersection of East 9th Street and Euclid Avenue, rising to 21 stories and accommodating acres of floor space, The Centennial is a landmark of downtown Cleveland. In 2022, The Centennial will open its doors and create a new standard for downtown office, retail, and housing. At The Centennial, mid-century meets modern in this rare opportunity to both celebrate and write Cleveland’s history. Operating as the union trust building upon its completion the bank first opened its massive headquarters at east 9th street and Euclid avenue in 1924. It was built by Graham, Anderson, Probst & White, the firm that also designed the terminal tower and nearly identical bank building in the Chicago loop. The grand bank lobby, the largest banking room in the world at the time of its completion, features Corinthian columns, 3-story tall barrel-vaulted ceilings, and murals by Jules Guerin, who also painted two large murals inside The Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C.

 

Office Space: Approximately 400,000 SF of diverse Class A space offerings.

Retail Space: Approximately 40,000 Sf of single and multi-level retail options.

Upscale Apartments: 550 Apartments

High-End Condominiums: 68 Condo Units

Amenities: High-end Restaurants, Luxury Car Showcase and Event Space, Conference and Private Dining Rooms, Fitness Center, Rooftop Terrace, High-speed Fiber and exceptional signage and identify opportunities at Cleveland’s Premier Intersection.

Parking: 1,100 car parking through underground walk-way. In addition, the property will offer Valet service.

 

Retail Opportunity:

First Floor Retail: 945 - 12,200 SF

Second Floor Retail: Up to 13,362 SF

Ground Level Retail: 700 - 12,000 SF

 

Brochure:

https://images2.loopnet.com/d2/q3DyGFVztQbM0_ZN7XNGAnL3GycBlvVGSXLZ7dOnKMk/document.pdf

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I was there for a pre party yesterday before opening day. Very impressive what they are doing in that space! The rooftop will be like nothing Cleveland has right now. Resembles an NYC/Chicago vibe. 

^^Utterly jaw-dropping!!

 

 

Side question -- is Jules Guerin the same artist who painted the murals in the Terminal Tower entrance? 

This building will be THE place to be downtown ?

 

Outstanding!!

28 minutes ago, Oldmanladyluck said:

This building will be THE place to be downtown ?

 

Outstanding!!

 

And more importantly, is this the last building of any significant size downtown to be slated for conversion?  

7 minutes ago, Cleburger said:

 

And more importantly, is this the last building of any significant size downtown to be slated for conversion?  

Pretty much. There's very few abandoned buildings left downtown. The rest are all small.

Ohio Edison building?

I'm very behin the 8 ball on this one.  Is it currently under-construction/renovation?  When is the estimated completion date?

Just now, IslandGuy said:

I'm very behin the 8 ball on this one.  Is it currently under-construction/renovation?  When is the estimated completion date?

Construction hasn't started yet. It's planned to start later this year and won't be completed until summer 2023.

3 minutes ago, CLE_Millennial said:

Construction hasn't started yet. It's planned to start later this year and won't be completed until summer 2023.

I thought it was summer 2022

I see the PERFECT space for a City Target...Combine either the first and second floor retail spaces along E 9th/Euclid perimeter or the basement and first floor retail spaces and you have the perfect square footage and prominent location. If anyone from Millenia lurks on this board, please oh please make it happen.

 

Signed,

Every Downtown Cleveland Resident

Just now, simplythis said:

I thought it was summer 2022

Summer 22 is when the first apartments will be available for lease. Summer 23 is when the entire project will be complete.

14 minutes ago, CLE_Millennial said:

Summer 22 is when the first apartments will be available for lease. Summer 23 is when the entire project will be complete.

But we're all going to be so old then. 

There is a cool tour of the lobby if you've never been inside the building (like me). This building should be a showpiece downtown when it's completed. I hope it actually starts this year.

 

https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=6Hua2vCT2vA

 

Edited April 3, 20196 yr by Mendo

I feel lucky to have worked for almost a year in this amazing building. One thing I’m intrigued about is how they plan on making retail more visible. Most people seemingly had no idea about the array businesses that existed hidden away inside. 

4 hours ago, YO to the CLE said:

I see the PERFECT space for a City Target...Combine either the first and second floor retail spaces along E 9th/Euclid perimeter or the basement and first floor retail spaces and you have the perfect square footage and prominent location. If anyone from Millenia lurks on this board, please oh please make it happen.

 

Signed,

Every Downtown Cleveland Resident

 

Tweet to Frank Sinito. He has two Twitter accounts but uses one of them more frequently.

 

BTW, Frank, I will happily delete this post if you share with me news of a signed lease agreement for a CityTarget or similar tenant(s). Thanks for playing. ? 

Edited April 3, 20196 yr by KJP

On 4/3/2019 at 12:29 PM, Mendo said:

There is a cool tour of the lobby if you've never been inside the building (like me). This building should be a showpiece downtown when it's completed. I hope it actually starts this year.

 

https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=6Hua2vCT2vA

 

 

I can remember going into this lobby when I was younger.  It's breathtaking.

 

I hope they do not touch the lobby.  

 

There is great retail to be had along East 9th and Chester.  Lets hope they make the most of it.  This would be the perfect place for unique and national retail

Considering that this building is being financed in part by historic tax credits (including a catalytic credit), expect its public spaces to look as similar to their original design as possible.

3 minutes ago, KJP said:

Considering that this building is being financed in part by historic tax credits (including a catalytic credit), expect its public spaces to look as similar to their original design as possible.

 

I hope this is true.  This building is unique gem that needs to be treated with the respect.

On 4/3/2019 at 11:10 AM, YO to the CLE said:

I see the PERFECT space for a City Target...Combine either the first and second floor retail spaces along E 9th/Euclid perimeter or the basement and first floor retail spaces and you have the perfect square footage and prominent location. If anyone from Millenia lurks on this board, please oh please make it happen.

 

Signed,

Every Downtown Cleveland Resident

 

Also signed,

the 105,000 + day time workers, 17,000 CSU students, and our growing tourist population. E. 9th and Euclid is literally the perfect place for an urban format target. This was my first thought when I saw the plans. I really hope they consider pursuing target as a client. 

 

CBus OSU Target

http://chng.it/Kq892fPV7q

I just made this petition for a Target in downtown CLE! Please sign and share around.

Target and the CEO will be notified if we hit a certain amount of signatures.

Thanks!

7 hours ago, CLE_Millennial said:

http://chng.it/Kq892fPV7q

I just made this petition for a Target in downtown CLE! Please sign and share around.

Target and the CEO will be notified if we hit a certain amount of signatures.

Thanks!

 

Send it to Sinito and Gilbert/Ken Till

17 hours ago, CLE_Millennial said:

http://chng.it/Kq892fPV7q

I just made this petition for a Target in downtown CLE! Please sign and share around.

Target and the CEO will be notified if we hit a certain amount of signatures.

Thanks!

 

Good stuff!!  I signed the petition.

A Target would look great in this location... But sadly most CityTarget's contain at least 80,000 square feet of retail space. The Centennial project only has 40,000 square feet of retail, so trying to squeeze a Target in there would be pretty difficult.

46 minutes ago, CLE_Millennial said:

A Target would look great in this location... But sadly most CityTarget's contain at least 80,000 square feet of retail space. The Centennial project only has 40,000 square feet of retail, so trying to squeeze a Target in there would be pretty difficult.

Are you sure about that 80,000 square foot number for a City Target.  That sounds like way too much.

There's a small-format Target in Evanston, IL that I regularly visit.  It's 27,400 Sq Ft.:

 

"At 27,400 square feet, “this is an ‘extra-large’ small-format store,” according to Krysanna Bowery, store team leader, "with a smaller assortment of the same types of items available in the larger Target stores . Target has a total of 62 small-format stores across the country, Bowery adds, with a goal of 130 by the end of 2019."

4 minutes ago, Htsguy said:

Are you sure about that 80,000 square foot number for a City Target.  That sounds like way too much.

Just did a quick google search and City Targets are between 12,000 and 80,000 square feet so I guess there are some that large but it looks like many are much smaller so it is a possibility.  Agree it would be a super location.

I think Target has been opening more smaller stores in the last few years. From a quick search, I saw that 80K number in an article from 2011.

Interior design work at The Centennial will be by http://www.mccartan.com/HomepageReturn.html

McCartan, with offices in NY and Belfast was responsible for the look of renovations at the Westin Cleveland.

Shown is the Sheraton, LA. Their downloadable brochure shows their accomplishments with creating memorable contemporary luxe public spaces.

Edited April 15, 20196 yr by ExPatClevGuy

10 hours ago, ExPatClevGuy said:

Interior design work at The Centennial will be by http://www.mccartan.com/HomepageReturn.html

McCartan, with offices in NY and Belfast was responsible for the look of renovations at the Westin Cleveland.

Shown is the Sheraton, LA. Their downloadable brochure shows their accomplishments with creating memorable contemporary luxe public spaces.

 

 

I like what they done to the portion of the Sheraton Lobby - in real life - what is shown on their website doesn't give a complete picture.  It's deceiving. 

 

I'm not sure if and how they can work with a majestic space like the Huntington Building.  All their project were new builds.  Not restorations or historic preservation.  The eventi is another example.  It's initial design was like something out of Star Wars and was amazing, for that space.