300 South Tryon and Kimpton Hotel

[Popsickle]

22 minutes ago, southslider said:

^including rope to keep people on the curvy path

Drunk people have enough issues staying on the walk. Adding a rope to a curvy path is the least they could do. 

 

[SydneyCarton]

1 hour ago, elrodvt said:

Really like how the walkway to Romare turned out:

 

That looks amazing.

[navigator319]

Logo of Barings on the backside being installed. Little surprised they picked the smaller side and not the left. Assuming one will be on the front too.

Btw 10x zoom on iPhone X much better than 10x on the 7+

[KJHburg]

with all these new bank logos people will know we are a banking center for real.  Regions, Bank of America, Ally, Barings, 5/3 now if Wells could put up a logo and I would suggest on their own Duke Energy center.   They own it put the name on it. 

[Cadi40]

I agree, It would be nice if Wells Fargo put up a logo on one of there many towers.

[SgtCampsalot]

2 hours ago, Cadi40 said:

I agree, It would be nice if Wells Fargo put up a logo on one of there many towers.

3 hours ago, KJHburg said:

with all these new bank logos people will know we are a banking center for real.  Regions, Bank of America, Ally, Barings, 5/3 now if Wells could put up a logo and I would suggest on their own Duke Energy center.   They own it put the name on it. 

 

Edited November 12, 2017 by SgtCampsalot

[15895]

6 hours ago, KJHburg said:

with all these new bank logos people will know we are a banking center for real.  Regions, Bank of America, Ally, Barings, 5/3 now if Wells could put up a logo and I would suggest on their own Duke Energy center.   They own it put the name on it. 

I don’t mind logos on buildings.... Except BoA Corp, Hearst, Duke & the Wells Jukebox building.

[Cadi40]

Just realized how some if not most of the main buildings of Charlotte do not have Logos on them.

[NCMike1990]

I think it makes perfect sense to put logos on the buildings going up along Stonewall/277. 

[Niner National]

1 hour ago, Cadi40 said:

Just realized how some if not most of the main buildings of Charlotte do not have Logos on them.

Wasn't allowed until recently I believe

[KJHburg]

Yes Charlotte is very unique in that world of not having names on buildings. Almost every other city in the nation has their buildings labeled.   I agree not to put names of some of signature buildings but some of our boxier towers a name would look good.  The earliest sign on a building I think was Grant Thorton's name on Charlotte Plaza and they only had a floor or two it was crazy.   I think companies now think of it as more of marketing.  

[Scribe]

On 11/12/2017 at 4:24 PM, Niner National said:

Wasn't allowed until recently I believe

Believe it or not, the change came with EpiCenter! (the regulation change on signage in Uptown)..

[CharlotteWkndBuzz]

Has anyone seen 300 do that scrolling text down the side of the building recently?  Haven't seen anything since they were testing it out.  Think it would be cool if they had "Go Panthers" or something scrolling, especially tonight on MNF.

[nakers2]

I know a few people have already been up to Merchant and Trade, I'd have made it last week but apparently jeans are cool, but "athletic shoes" are not. I agree that it's a very nice space, it's a lot bigger than it appears from ground level. Honestly the hotel looks much shorter from the ground than it feels from the roof, perhaps because it is dwarfed by 300 South Tryon. It has a very warm "homey" feel and massive windows, so it still makes for a pleasant visit on a cool night, but I think where this place will truly shine is on hot summer nights where people will clamor on the patio for a cool breeze and to watch events in the park and at the Knights Stadium. 

[BullDurhamer]

wait, the new rooftop bar doesn't allow "athletic" shoes?  is this just their way to keep black people out our are they just trying to keep interesting people of all backgrounds away?  i can't wait to hear.  #bitemewithyourshoecodes #boycottdisnonsense

and people wonder about "culture" in charlotte.  

a city run by bankers.  ugh.

Edited November 16, 2017 by BullDurhamer

[tozmervo]

1 hour ago, BullDurhamer said:

wait, the new rooftop bar doesn't allow "athletic" shoes?  is this just their way to keep black people out our are they just trying to keep interesting people of all backgrounds away?  i can't wait to hear.  #bitemewithyourshoecodes #boycottdisnonsense

and people wonder about "culture" in charlotte.  

a city run by bankers.  ugh.

dude, sometimes a dress code is just a dress code. even convenience stores have them.

[CLT2014]

3 hours ago, BullDurhamer said:

wait, the new rooftop bar doesn't allow "athletic" shoes?  is this just their way to keep black people out our are they just trying to keep interesting people of all backgrounds away?  i can't wait to hear.  #bitemewithyourshoecodes #boycottdisnonsense

and people wonder about "culture" in charlotte.  

a city run by bankers.  ugh.

Charlotte urban planet board:

November 2016:  "We don't have enough 5 star hotels. Other big cities have ultra luxury hotels and we just have one Ritz Carlton. We also need more boutique 5 star hotels."

November 2017: "We got a 5 star hotel and they have a DRESS CODE! Unacceptable!"

It isn't like they are requiring a sports coat or suit to enjoy a cocktail, just a collared shirt. It is a 5 star hotel, not a casual bar. If yall want more casual bar, ask for bars and not 5 star hotels. More 5 star hotels = more dress codes. 

Edited November 16, 2017 by CLT2014

[Guest]

5 hours ago, BullDurhamer said:

wait, the new rooftop bar doesn't allow "athletic" shoes?  is this just their way to keep black people out our are they just trying to keep interesting people of all backgrounds away?  i can't wait to hear.  #bitemewithyourshoecodes #boycottdisnonsense

and people wonder about "culture" in charlotte.  

a city run by bankers.  ugh.

I mean have you seen the place? It doesn't look like a place I'd EVER wear sneakers at. I'd probably wear a blazer. Definitely not a place you should go casual at. Seriously, its not the empire state building observation deck, its a classy venue for cocktails, so leave your 5X Betty Boop Tshirt, I <3 NY Hat, and New Balance Cross Trainers at home.

Edited November 16, 2017 by Guest

[49er]

I'm white and wear hats and athletic shoes all the time. I've been told to take my hat off due to a dress code.  Everybody wears these basic accessories. The place is upscale so everyone should aim to dress accordingly. 

 

[15895]

I’m gonna join BullDurhamer. That sucks. Much rather have a Carolina Ale House or Hooters up there. (Not literally... but a more casual place)

 

But I also think that they have a good business model and people will pay a premium for the views so and they will probably get out of towners who pony up the money, so. I’ll just go once a year and Mellow Mushroom from there

Edited November 16, 2017 by AirNostrumMAD

[Guest]

4 minutes ago, AirNostrumMAD said:

I’m gonna join BullDurhamer. That sucks. Much rather have a Carolina Ale House or Hooters up there. (Not literally... but a more casual place)

 

But I also think that they have a good business model and people will pay a premium for the views so and they will probably get out of towners who pony up the money, so. I’ll just go once a year and Mellow Mushroom from there

Its a 5 star hotel, the only possible thing that would ever be up there is a 5 star business. 

[15895]

40 minutes ago, ricky_davis_fan_21 said:

Its a 5 star hotel, the only possible thing that would ever be up there is a 5 star business. 

Hence the 2nd paragraph of my post.

 

[ah59396]

Last time I went to the Cellar at Duckworths, there were people with T-shirt’s on and one guy wearing a Pittsburg Penguins hockey jersey.

Im not going to pretend im a very stylish guy, but ambiance does matter.  I don’t care how cool or trendy your location is, if everyone in there is dressed down to the point that it’s like being at a backyard bbq, the place loses its vibe.

If you want to wear running shoes out to drink, go to Applebee’s.

[ES Charlotte]

I'm of the opinion that I am somewhat annoyed... I wear a black T and black jeans everyday and I don't look like I'm at a backyard bbq.

They did let me in with a T-shirt on (under a winter coat) on Tuesday and were generally nice about the dress code, but I think it'll eventually go away. My buddy had to walk back to my place across the street to get some different shoes. That's otherwise lost business. 

I'm the random guy who lives across the street that would frequent the place Sun-Wed in a T and jeans bc I enjoy a nice view, vibe, and drink... But I'm not going home to change just so I can look a bit more boujee. If they start turning away prominent athletes like the Butters of old, it'll get a bad rep. Charlotte isn't quite there yet, thought I won't mind when it is.

If the place were packed on a Tuesday, I'd say it makes sense. It was hardly packed. Rather quite dead. Save the dress code for Thurs-Sat when you know it's going to be packed and let your regulars be regulars.

 

[videtur quam contuor]

I have been to restaurants and one club that provided a blazer for guests without proper dress for men. I accepted it willingly.