Church Street Plaza | 28-Story Office/Hotel [Phase 1 Under Construction]

[cwetteland]

9 hours ago, Dale said:

I fear that this is not going to look half as good as the renderings. On the other hand, it should be a welcome foil to the Fat Conquistador.

I never cared for the renderings.   I did like the old renderings that blended nicely with the CNL buildings and City Hall  (which I like).  This is another I-4 eyesore.  Reminds me of the old Barnett building on Park Ave in Winter Park.  Cold and out of place.

[JFW657]

I tend to agree. Never particularly cared for the renderings or overall design, but I'm holding out hope that the finished product turns out looking better. I'm just glad that we're getting something reasonably tall right next to I-4.

[jrs2]

11 hours ago, cwetteland said:

I never cared for the renderings.   I did like the old renderings that blended nicely with the CNL buildings and City Hall  (which I like).  This is another I-4 eyesore.  Reminds me of the old Barnett building on Park Ave in Winter Park.  Cold and out of place.

That was waaay out of place.  

I think this will compliment Amway nicely; maybe not CNL et al, but you have to have a variety of design in a downtown, even when buildings are just across the street from one another.  I do think that the repainting of 55W blue/grey was primarily because of this building’s look.

13 hours ago, prahaboheme said:

All the more reason not to bulldoze the ballroom and whatever else they have planned for Church Street.  

I like that this replaces a parking lot and adds to the pedestrian experience. I’ve never been sold on this design.

Boom! Another thing that you and I agreed on!  

Anytime they convert a parking lot, it’s a huge win.

[jrs2]

[JFW657]

 

[ucfpatriot18]

[jrs2]

[jrs2]

[sunshine]

Is there a rooftop pool?

[prahaboheme]

So what does this have, around 13 floors to go?

[JFW657]

Looks like around 12.

They should be getting to the narrow upper section soon, which should go up twice as fast.

We should see this thing topped out by early next year and nearing completion by summer.

[DreS0803]

[TRENCH]

pics are from October but still wanted to share

[RedStar25]

I've been having to take the East West the last few days and this building is starting to look impressive. 

[orange87]

[jrs2]

^^

great shot.  I was on 408 WB last night taking the I-4EB ramp and boy was this a breathtaking (by our standards) view of this building.  Couldn't snap, of course, without risking severe injury or death.

[jrs2]

[DreS0803]

[dcluley98]

Lovely Photo! 

[orange87]

I drove past this yesterday. It is not an overstatement when I say that this building is already stunning and completely transforms our skyline from many angles.

Edited December 28, 2018 by orange87

[JFW657]

I just hope when it's finished, it doesn't somehow manage to look stubby. 

[dcluley98]

It won't look stubby. The width is aligned parallel to I-4 and the SunRail, with narrower sections at approaching vantage points. It will have a somewhat reflective glazing skin that will accentuate the surroundings and light breaking up the facade. It will be a very good addition to the skyline, especially as it is in a primary viewing position from I-4, SunRail, 408, and South Street/Church Street and will help to alleviate the view of other adjacent buildings. 

Agree with above that this will be a fantastic addition.  

Edited December 28, 2018 by dcluley98

[mraurora]

Time will tell. 

[shardoon]

Still curious about the pool. I know there is a sky lobby. I wonder if the pool will be rooftop or an indoor pool? 

[dcluley98]

I don't think there is one.