It's been almost three months since we have had an update on this "exciting" project. Here's a still taken from a Shore resident's time lapse of Rainey St during SXSW:
I wish the cameras in TxDot's extensive new traffic cam network had better resolution. But I guess they do the job they are meant to do. Better resolution wouldn't make a difference in determining that I-35 is crowded right now. Here's a view from the I-35 & Holly St. camera. Homey suites only has four more floors to go.
This thing is much taller than I thought it would be.
I've realized that when I picture a Homewood Suites it's inevitably out by the highway, near a Chilis/Applebees/Logan's Roadhouse and a struggling outlet mall or two. Never something more than 4 stories, certainly. Viewed from certain angles along I-35, this thing is a bit of an edifice.
I really like the view of it from the south/southeast with the Fairmont rising behind it. It shows how massive the Fairmont is, but you're right, this thing sticks up a bit.
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I have spent more time looking for a rendering of this mediocre project than I have for any other project ever. But only because it was such a challenge. A Linked in account is needed for the link. I don't know what to say. Dr. Seuss? What a damn freak show. At least there's less emphasis on earth tones than other cheap hotels. Fucking nightmare.