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I visited the Trolley Barns — located downtown off Hermitage Avenue — today and was very pleased overall with what I saw. The exteriors of the buildings have been tastefully rehabbed and the landscaping complements the structures nicely. I walked up to the pedestrian bridge that will connect the residential buildings on Rolling Mill Hill to the greenway and the Trolley Barns. Very nice. In contrast, there is a bit too much hardscape for my tastes — with lots of concrete and metal benches and lights. Though I do like the industrial vibe these elements create, some grass might have worked. In addition, the amount of surface parking seems excessive. Still, the project looks to be a success overall.
Of particular note, and located near the Trolley Barns overlooking the Cumberland River, the Nashville Civic Design Center has installed various large-scale images that are the results of an international competition involving how the riverfront, East Bank and greenways could look and function in the future. The creations of the 17 remaining finalist will be on display through Oct. 14 and you can vote for your favorite through today. (Read here for more info.)
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Hmmm, well this is nice BUT where are your thoughts about the really important large projects underway in our city, like the Music City Center, Omni Hotel, Hyatt Hotel, West End Summit, Kissam Halls, apt tower in Green Hills, Lionstone, Gulch high rise apt., etc. etc?
ReplyDeleteThe Trolley Barns is small compared to these big ones. Enquiring minds want to know and you are supposed to be the our expert. Hopefully, we'll get the juicy info and insight that most of us are looking to read from your blog.
AMous,
DeleteI've offered various takes on MCC (though not recently), Omni and Ray Hensler's proposed tower. But I do need to provide my thoughts on the others you mention.
Thanks for the gentle reminder.
WW
I would like to hear more information about West End Summit.
ReplyDeleteAMous,
DeleteWill get a detailed assessment soon. I can say that I like the caps on the two towers (though some have mocked them as being too "mohawk like") I also like the exterior materials of glass, metal and what I think will be granite (need to verify that one). A fine example of a building with this material combo is Roundabout Plaza. I would like to see the two structures be a bit taller as they might look somewhat stocky as designed.
More to follow.
WW
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ReplyDeleteThanks for the info on the Trolly Barnes. Next time I'm Nashville I'll have to make my way up to that area to check it out and see how the area is developing overall. With all the other developments going on in Nashville I tend to forget about Rolling Mill Hill. I'm sure however, I still lived there I'd be up there checking it out.
ReplyDeleteTo all the Anonymous posters, WW has posted comments on many of the projects you've indicated. Give him credit for covering big and small projects that enhances the city's development. I'm sure he'll provide updates etc. on those projects and give us insight into the North Gulch project.
PTalk4,
DeleteThanks for the props. On the North Gulch project, check here for some info:
http://nashvillepost.com/blogs/postbusiness/2012/10/8/north_gulch_site_sees_continued_demolition
WW
People who post comments as Anonymous on this blog should at least start putting their first name instead of using "Anonymous". All you have to do is select "Name/URL" below instead of "Anonymous" and enter your first name. You can leave the URL part blank.
ReplyDeleteI really don't like the lighting in the parking lot at the trolley barns. Why wooden poles with above ground wires? Makes it look outdated and a bit tacky. The rest of it looks great, so I am curious as to why the tacky light poles and wires.
ReplyDeleteAMous,
DeleteGood point.
WW
I came here looking for more info on the West End Summit project. Was there not a promise for an update on this again just after Palmer and HCA made the big announcement almost two weeks ago?
ReplyDeleteRegina,
DeleteA previous post asked for some info and here is what I responded with:
Will get a detailed assessment soon. I can say that I like the caps on the two towers (though some have mocked them as being too "mohawk like") I also like the exterior materials of glass, metal and what I think will be granite (need to verify that one). A fine example of a building with this material combo is Roundabout Plaza. I would like to see the two structures be a bit taller as they might look somewhat stocky as designed.
More to follow.
WW
Nashville's "trolley barns" were located near the courthouse square and demolished many years ago. The buildings you are referring to are the "Municipal Garages," where city-owned vehicles and trucks were serviced. These buildings were completed around 1940, the same year the city shut down its streetcar system in favor of busses. MDHA inaccurately dubbed these buildings as "Trolley Barns" and refuses to correct this misinformation. Hopefully members of the media will help stop perpetuating this mistake and false history. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteRobbie D. Jones, Historic Nashville, Inc., President
Robbie,
DeleteExcellent point. I appreciate your noting that.
WW
William........I'm sure many readers would be interested in your take on the impact of this past weekend's well publicized bar room brawl involving three of this city's best known developer types.
ReplyDeleteMessrs Hensler, McGahren and Hamilton have a huge mess on their hands and their personal reputations have certainly been tarnished.
Might any of their investors or lenders now want to walk away from their projects because of this incident?
A-Mous,
ReplyDeleteThat is a great question and, yes, I've discussed the possible ramifications with friends and colleagues. My prediction is that Ray Hensler will untangle himself from this mess (it won't be easy) and get his luxury apartment tower built. Admittedly, I want to see the project materialize. So I might be blinded by my optimism. And even if Ray can make this happen, I would have to wonder if his effort might not be delayed.
One more thing: There will be more to this story that unfolds. I've already heard some things that, if true, could prove interesting.
Regardless, your point is well made: the reputations of the trio have been tarnished. And, to be frank, I've had too much to drink at times and wondered as I was walking home "Oh, no, I hope I don't get myself into trouble." Booze can be our downfall.
WW
From what I've heard too, it definitely will not be easy for Hensler and the others to untangle himself from this huge, highly embarrassing scandal.
DeleteBig house plus developing shops such as Lowes plus House Depot share a great choice of storage sheds. Based upon where you reside, there might be a few smaller sized nearby shops as well. They are generally pre-fabricated versions that you could purchase off-the-shelf. American barns
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