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Here's an article describing the project and other phases: http://www.thestate.com/news/local/article13926086.html Yes, there is a lot of stone work, it is a Square after all. As the article mentioned, over 100 trees were planted so it will look a lot greener come spring.

There was a crane on Lady Street. I think they were doing some kind of maintenance work to the old Certus Bank Building (previously the NBSC)

Foundation Square! Lots of stone work but also lots of trees. New restaurant on the SE quadrant (1801 Grille) and a new water feature (still being installed) on the SW quadrant.

Here's a view from the completed phase two of the Vista Greenway with Finlay Park in the foreground. The greenway now connects the Vista to Elmwood. It will eventually be extended to the Earlwood Neighborhood. We walked from the Vista to Elmwood Cemetery, a hidden gem.

Here's a view from the completed phase two of the Vista Greenway with Finlay Park in the foreground. The greenway now connects the Vista to Elmwood. It will eventually be extended to the Earlwood Neighborhood. We walked from the Vista to Elmwood Cemetery, a hidden gem.

I heard it's a temporary store until the stadium opens.

Good question. The townhomes on the Columbia side across from EdVenture seemed to have sold quickly. These will have an amazing view and access to the riverwalk, not to mention walking distance to some great restaurants on State Street (aka West Vista). My only concern is the proximity to the chicken plant, which has got to go.

911 Memorial @ Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center

A couple of drive-by shots. The first one is the complex at the corner of Huger and Blossom, view from the Blossom Bridge heading towards Assembly. The second shows the size of 650 Lincoln, heading in the same direction.

Winter sunrise

FLOW: New luxury townhomes on the riverfront in West Columbia (next to the highrise). Already under construction. http://fosdevelopment.com/portfolio/flow/

Hyatt Place is open for business.

Pardon the grains, phone camera.

I agree with colasc, I believe Columbia Common will be a quality, well done development with a lot to offer. While many people feel like this will just take away from other parts of the city, I completely disagree and think all districts will thrive and benefit from this. The Vista isn't taking away from 5 Points or Main Street or Devine Street, they are all unique, growing and improving. Columbia Common will also be unique with a major attraction in the baseball stadium and the added historical factor. The North Columbia area is underserved and established neighborhoods like Robert Mi