big downtown projects starting to move!

[RiversideGator]

History aside, I think the "Native American Village" looks like a dominoes set.... I want to push one of them over! lol

Like the scene in National Lampoons European Vacation when Chevy Chase backs into Stonehenge.

[wolfdawg54]

I do not think that it looks that bad. Remember, it is not a final rendering and it could be neat if it gets built.

[DavePaulk]

I was thinking it does look like a modern stonehenge creation, but with far less planning involved. However, i still think it looks pretty neat.

[RiversideGator]

DavePaulk: No offense intended. Everyone likes different things. Maybe I am too serious in my tastes for downtown.

[urbanjacksonville]

I say the more public art the better. It will help add character to our city whether or not it wins the popularity contest.

[Fruit Cove]

What the hell is its purpose anyway? lets be practical. Id rather see a bonfire pit or something that teenagers/bums/youth groups could use. Or some picnic tables. something creative and useful, i dont know i like how it looks i just dont see the point.

[Urban_Legend]

^It could be used as a photo-op....

Or better yet: Dominoes!

[DavePaulk]

Riverside, I'm not head over heels for the thing. To be honest, I think it's a poor use of riverfront property. If you'll read my earlier post, it is just better than I expected. I'm all for those guys, but can't we honor them in some pocket park? I was just expecting straw huts and sticks. It's just like getting a C when you were expecting an F, it still sucks, but it's better than you thought.

By the way, I very much second a public bonfire pit, especially downtown. I know a ton of college kids who would agree. Because of this, it will never happen.

[RiversideGator]

By the way, I very much second a public bonfire pit, especially downtown.

After the last big fire downtown, this may not be too popular.

[Urban_Legend]

^ LOL

[bobliocatt]

Berkman Phase Two is humming along, as well.

From today's Jax Daily Record.

[asonj23]

Let's get the northbank projects rolling already!

[Viper]

Cranes on both banks...lovely.

[simms3]

i am not the biggest fan of berkman plaza, so to me a second phase makes almost no difference except that it makes our skyline look bigger. it isnt quite like the residents of berkman plaza are happy to walk everywhere they need to go and that they have all of their necessities w/in walking distance. plus the building is a little secluded from the street.

[RiversideGator]

Well, there isnt much to walk to down there right now, except for the Landing or work (if you work nearby). That will all come in time and with additional residents. I do wish that the Berkmans had been designed to interact more with the street though.