[thegreattait]

I tend to disagree with that last statement. If we are expecting retail on the main level. Then some focus on architectural design is important. If we were to build a giant metal box that is inhumane uninviting it may not attract people in the way that a well thought out design might. So please don't dismiss architecture so readily when it comes to its effectiveness in the success of a building.

People need to feel safe, and attracted to this structure. Tieing it in with the surrounding area may be one way to do this.