Staunton - A Google SketchUp City

[poiman]

Congratulations! you are doing a very good job.

i just started working in google sketchup a few days ago, so i don't have many experience with it yet.
http://img205.imageshack.us/img205/7564/ghjmj3aa8.jpg
Could you give a link or explaine me how to create the sky and the water?

[foxmtbr]

^ The water is just a texture, and the sky was done in photoshop. (That's what I do at least, and what I assume he did by the looks of it.)

[Patrick]

^Yeah Thats what I do :) Wth such a busy week I really didnt have time for Staunton. Until tonight.

Upgrated to Sketchup 6, takes a while to get used to.
http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/6629/ghjmj3ds5.jpg

Notce how there is more depth, thanks to the "soften edges" tool.
http://img396.imageshack.us/img396/5941/ghjmj3qa8.jpg

Staunton Square, with the Two-Point Perspective view
http://img490.imageshack.us/img490/463/ghjmj3ox8.jpg

Another example of the soften edges tool.
http://img347.imageshack.us/img347/2293/ghjmj3ed3.jpg

[malec]

sketchup 6? Have they released a new version? What are the new features?

[Dac150]

Its starting to look like a picture of a real city, like an animation effect in a movie. I still think that you should make that bridge of yours brick to get that real NY/NJ felling you desirer for your city. It would look nice. Almost a Brooklyn Bridge feeling.

[Derek]

yea that bridge would probablly look great in brick!

[Patrick]

I'll try the brick soon, sounds like a good idea.

I redid the Galviston Enterprises Complex, from two towers, (with different designs) and two separate plazas, to two simular towers and one main plaza. If you already havent noticed The Jenna J. Galviston Plaza is modeled off of the World Trade Center Plaza.

http://img178.imageshack.us/img178/4706/001nf2.jpg

http://img178.imageshack.us/img178/4474/001tj0.jpg

HISTORY OF THE GALVISTON ENTERPRISES COMPLEX
eeh, I was bored, :)

BIRTH
In 1975, plans were forming for a new tallest in Staunton. Plans called for two twin 83 Story Towers, called the Staunton International Business Center. The Towers, both 1,067 feet high where to surpass the Garden State Building as Staunton's tallest. Construction began late 1976, by 1979 the 1st tower was completed. Tower Two, however was only half the height at the time, due to low occupantcy, construction was halted. Plans were revised, the tower was now only 577 feet high. The buildings were not loved by Staunton, many thought they "ruined the skyline" or where too large.

But in a short time, the Staunton International Business Center Towers became a prominent Staunton Landmark, and loved by the city. The project provided a huge boost for Downtown.
http://img206.imageshack.us/img206/4969/001hg5.jpg

FAME & SUCESS
The Staunton International Business Center (SIBC) sparked the huge 80's-90's boom, resulting in demolition of many older, sometimes historic, buildings. The skyline rapidly grew, Staunton Square transformed from the dangerous porn central of the east coast, to a promising buiness district.

In 1989, Galviston Enterprises moved its World Headquarters to the West Tower, today, now occupying most of the complex. The Staunton Interational Business Center was renamed "Galviston Enterprises World Headquarters"

Into the 90's, the towers became nearly 98% occupied, Alex Galviston II became chairman in 1993, taking the company to new heights. By the late 90's the wealthy Galviston Family became more popular than singers and movie stars. Mr. & Mrs. Galviston literally became the symbol to "sucess". By 2001, Mr. Galviston concentrated on Galprises, Mrs. Jenna Galviston was noted for her high-profile charity work. Their son, 8 years old became a child star.

TRAGETY
Unfortunantly, all good things must end, on August 30th, 2001, Jenna Galviston was killed in a car accident. Her, the driver, and her bodygard where killed, her friend, also in the car, survived. Apparantly, the driver was speeding in the Staunton Inner City Tunnel, trying to escape the paparazzi's. The driver was drunk, and collided with a pillar.

History seemed to have repeated, eriely, Jenna Galviston's death was remarkably almost identical to Princess Diana's death, almost exactly 4 years earlier. Her funeral drew nearly 1 million mourners, almost half the population of Staunton. The funeral was broadcasted on live TV and was watched by nearly 1.5 billion people worldwide.

She was buried at the private park at Galviston Estate. The park is open for vistors during the spring, March 20th - June 15th.

As then, it seemed the world fell apart. Stock Market Crashed a few days later, suicide rates rose, crime levels soared, many lost their jobs, and the world was plummeted to a ecenomic depression. Staunton became America's Worst City.

In late 2001, The Plaza was renamed to the Jenna J. Galviston Plaza.

TODAY
Her husband, son, and family devastated, but recovered. Alex Galviston III, now 14, took it hard, now goes to a normal Jr. High School (wants a "normal" life) Alex Galviston II now focuses mainly on Galprises. The family has been ripped apart, still famous, but not always in a good way.

But the world is recovering, things are getting better, sorta..
http://img159.imageshack.us/img159/8/001ct0.jpg

Bonus shot of Staunton Square
http://img208.imageshack.us/img208/6258/001mb0.jpg

[foxmtbr]

Nice job! I love your stories, lol. :tup:

[Patrick]

Thanks! I'm really working on Staunton's History.

Its finally back
Jefferson Heights

One of my favorite districts, but hasnt appeared since 1.5. Jefferson Heights is a district of mid-highrise residential buildings, that went up quickly in the 70's-80's.

HISTORY OF JEFFERSON HEIGHTS
The history of this district has varied over time, but heres the current story: At the beggining of the boom Staunton needed more residential buildings, thus Jefferson Heights was born. The neighborhood of abandoned factories and slums was cleared out for several residential buildings.

Into the 90's the project was greatly sucessful. Crime in Staunton was at an all time low. As mentioned before, Jefferson is the most crime-ridden part of the US. But in the late 90's it was more of a suburb than a ghetto. The towers were home to the middle-class, but the views were simply incredible.

Today, into the later years of the depression, Jefferson Heights is nearly 43% Vacant. Prices gone up, Jefferson's crime rate exploded, affecting Jefferson Heights. But as Staunton recovers, a few at a time move back into Jefferson Heights, as it recovers.

http://img216.imageshack.us/img216/5130/001xs5.jpg

I'm sure you'll notice something different.
http://img205.imageshack.us/img205/2908/001sg0.jpg

What Happened?
As you'll notice only the Twin Towered Jefferson Place survived. Others went through redesigns such as Jefferson Terrance (the tallest) while others simply were replaced.

Wheres Corporate Peninsula?
Gone. It will not be returning. Although a cool idea, Corporate peninsula was not in the right place. It really didnt belong. Plus, look at it! Its a real obstruction, too many buildings, croweded to one place. Although, techinicly, Jefferson Heights was moved, for Fort Staunton Memorial Park. Corporate Peninsula was originally built by landfill.

Whats up with the park?
Fort Staunton Memorial Park. I've mentioned it several times before, (even though it wasnt there) A large park is much more pleasing than a crowded office park. Fort Staunton Memorial Park, was once the site of historical Fort Staunton, built during the American Revolution, where the Battle of Staunton was fought. The battle was disastorious, but the Americans came out on top. The ruins of the fort have long dissappeared, today the park sits on the site. A huge museum also occupies the spot: The Staunton Historical Museum.

Downtown, late afternoon. Jefferson Heights in the distance.
http://img206.imageshack.us/img206/2019/001hi8.jpg

[foxmtbr]

Wow!! Awesome park, and I'm glad to see Jefferson Heights back! :)

[Dac150]

good job!

[CGII]

Staunton
The only place in the US that actually kept driving on the left side of the road following British secession.

http://img206.imageshack.us/img206/2019/001hi8.jpg

[Derek]

:previous: :haha:

[foxmtbr]

:haha: I didn't even notice that!

[Patrick]

Ooops! I knew something was wrong with that picture.

Problem Solved :haha:
http://img395.imageshack.us/img395/8861/001zu8.jpg

[Dac150]

Lol, by the way, how is Ft. Staunton Memorial Bridge coming along? I look foward to see the revisions on it.

[Patrick]

Closest thing to brick I had: Better, Worse? Tell me :)
http://img444.imageshack.us/img444/9108/001tr2.jpg

[Tanster]

wow amazing love your city
(your city looks very similar to NYC)
love you style in the buildings especialy the billboards

[CGII]

The brick looks nice, but I've never seen brick cables before...

[Dac150]

Lose the brick cables and it looks good to me.

[Derek]

the brick looks great!

[CGII]

Oh, and a trussed roadway would look great, too. :D

[foxmtbr]

The brick looks nice, but I've never seen brick cables before...
Apparently they have them in Britain to support the backwards roads. ;)

But, yes, the bridge is very nice Patrick! :tup:

[mthq]

that bridge is a masterpiece.

[Dac150]

The brick was my idea might I add. Looks great Patrick

[Imperar]

Absolutely phenomenal. I am ultimately breathless with the site of those images.

*bows*

[Derek]

sexy...if i may...

[CGII]

The brick was my idea might I add.

Here's a medal:
http://www.zoicks.com/smileys/medal.gif

[Patrick]

^:haha: Yes it was a great idea.

Thanks for all the comments, heres some new scenes.

Under the Memorial Bridge Entrance
http://img204.imageshack.us/img204/6841/0017eh.jpg

Staunton Square
http://img204.imageshack.us/img204/7034/0012vd.jpg

And of course that bridge everyone loves so much ;)
http://img209.imageshack.us/img209/2344/0011yx.jpg

[Bergenser]

hehe, yes i think everyone loves that bridge! :)

[foxmtbr]

Wow, that really makes me want to fix up my bridges... :D

[Patrick]

Today we have New Buildings and redesigns.

Staunton Square, Two New major office buildings, along with a smaller oler one, added to the left.
http://img161.imageshack.us/img161/9546/0015bt.jpg

Redesign for the Former Washington Building (Now UIG Building, United International Group)
http://img201.imageshack.us/img201/9907/0011if.jpg

Redesign for The Garden State Building. I'm very pleased with the redesign but I'm afraid it looks a little too much like the Empire State Building.
http://img115.imageshack.us/img115/8788/0019cs.jpg

Also heres an intresting sketchup style of Staunton's top 10.
http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/8115/0016vg.jpg

[foxmtbr]

I love the ComWorld building!

[Derek]

your city is getting better and better every time i log on patrick!

[malec]

So how tall are your tallests?

[ltsmotorsport]

I love the ComWorld building!

Me too. Great building.

[Patrick]

So how tall are your tallests?

All I know is the Galprises Tower is exactly 1067 feet high. I'll measure the others soon.

Life In Staunton. See the tiny people and cars.

http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/5886/0016yq.jpg

http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/4053/0015pl.jpg

http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/7093/0016wm.jpg

http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/7194/0015ma.jpg

http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/6093/0013cf.jpg

http://img396.imageshack.us/img396/7726/0014hv.jpg

[Bergenser]

I like those "straight down" shots. :)

[Dac150]

Not to down your city, but your blurry textures make it hard to tell the difference between buildings and distinguish the architecture of them in those close up shots. I know textures that are as clear as the ones in Palm Dunes take up way too much space, so I can understand.

[FlyersFan118]

holy crap, you out new york'd new york!


lookin sexy.

[Derek]

wow...if staunton were a woman...id...i think ill keep this one to myself;)

haha jk...patrick your city is awesome:tup:

[cur_sed]

One of the most impressive aspects of Staunton is the sheer number of amazing views it offers - there seems to be a never-ending supply of incredible perspectives.

[Patrick]

Thanks everyone!

Not to down your city, but your blurry textures make it hard to tell the difference between buildings and distinguish the architecture of them in those close up shots. I know textures that are as clear as the ones in Palm Dunes take up way too much space, so I can understand.

Well theres not much I can really do about it. Bigger textures means more space, its suprising that Staunton is smaller than Palm Dunes and City City, but is techically bigger in size. So small textures means faster preformance :)

Staunton's best angle.
http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/4905/001wx9.jpg

You'll probably notice a few new major buildings, i'll give details after I come back from California.

[foxmtbr]

Schweet!

[Derek]

ahhh so it looks like you are expanding outward a bit no?

[Bergenser]

Wow, looks like New York city's downtown,
maybe you can make a "midtown" with expanding

this way: --------------------->
http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/4905/001wx9.jpg

Great view of Staunton BTW.

[FlyersFan118]

lookin good!

[Patrick]

Thanks for all the comments. :)

Wow, looks like New York city's downtown,
maybe you can make a "midtown"

Well I am planning on a Galleria/Midtown area far into the suburbs, with some minor supertalls. You know, like Houston/Dallas. A Midtown to the east would be a good idea, but I think Staunton already has enough supertalls, especially for a city with 1.8 Million.

How Staunton would effect Americas Largest 10.

1. New York City, NY
2. Los Angeles, CA
3. Chicago, IL
4. Houston, TX
5. Staunton, NJ
6. Philadelphia, PA
7. Phoenix, AZ
8. San Antonio, TX
9. San Diego, CA
10. Dallas, TX

Upper Northeast Side, with a new modern building under construction. So far, unnamed.
http://img256.imageshack.us/img256/6563/001jo8.jpg

Staunton Square Detail
http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/9361/001pj9.jpg

Rain in Staunton
Now this is what many picture Staunton to look like, using the "Fog" feature, Staunton can now have a more Gotham feel.
http://img172.imageshack.us/img172/4395/001fn1.jpg

http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/3694/001kp5.jpg

http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/3135/001qw8.jpg

[foxmtbr]

Beautiful, as always!

[Derek]

very nice

[Tanster]

awsome

[Dac150]

^^^^^^^^^Looks very realistic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Patrick]

Staunton, on a hot smoggy day.

One of Staunton's better views.
http://img201.imageshack.us/img201/7313/001as4.jpg

You can see a tiny preview of the new Upper Northeast Side in this pic.
http://img201.imageshack.us/img201/2995/001dg6.jpg

Out into the Atlantic.
http://img174.imageshack.us/img174/6397/001rz5.jpg

[foxmtbr]

Awesome job!

[Derek]

excellent

[FlyersFan118]

can you do a shot of the city from directly above, like a map type thing? that'd be cool to see - you haven't done that in quite a while, not since you changed it up.

[Bergenser]

That looks impressive for shure! :tup:
http://img201.imageshack.us/img201/2995/001dg6.jpg

[Patrick]

Thanks Guys!

Some more previewish type shots for the New Upper Northeast Side, so far the area is about 50% finished, the Park, currently has no official name. If you will notice, you will see many of the buildings resemble actual ones around New York's Central Park.

For Example, the building in the middle has some simulaity to the Trump International Hotel & Tower.
http://img54.imageshack.us/img54/7585/001pd7.jpg

The Skyline of the Upper Northeast Side, city council is planning on changing the districts name for a 3rd time, as Upper Northeast Side sounds to ugly, and Trenton (the original name) was confusing, due to the state's capital.
http://img234.imageshack.us/img234/193/001mj5.jpg

can you do a shot of the city from directly above, like a map type thing? that'd be cool to see - you haven't done that in quite a while, not since you changed it up.

Sure Requests! I'd love to see more of those :)
http://img234.imageshack.us/img234/1153/001dj1.jpg

Heres a map of whats in store from Staunton
http://img236.imageshack.us/img236/1326/001wm3.jpg

[Patrick]

Hmm no comments there. Well I think I figured out how Foxmtbr's pics are so super clear. Before, I pressed the printscreen keyboard button to get snapshots of pictures, but this results in building textures still remaining fuzzy. I tried the exporting 2D graphics feature, and the results were great. No more fuzzy textures.

Staunton on an icky yucky day.

Staunton Square
Now looking more realalistic than ever.
http://img510.imageshack.us/img510/7686/001xa0.jpg

Staunton Square Closeup
Readable Billboards! (Usually fuzzy and disorted)
http://img234.imageshack.us/img234/7826/001zl9.jpg

Lloyd Tower Staunton
Too smoggy for a fabulous swim today
http://img234.imageshack.us/img234/593/001el0.jpg

Shnief & Alpine
Mr. Galviston II's private downtown residence atop TheAlpine.
http://img77.imageshack.us/img77/4527/001ak1.jpg

Sunset
The sun finally sets on Staunton.
http://img77.imageshack.us/img77/509/001xq3.jpg

Any shot requests? Suggestions? Emporis requests? :)

[Derek]

i like the waterfront in that last picture a lot

[foxmtbr]

Yes, it looks great now! :tup:

[Patrick]

Galprises Plaza, yo.
http://img77.imageshack.us/img77/8248/001xv0.jpg

[foxmtbr]

Aw, you don't have a bunch of clones of the same people like mine? :haha:

[Dac150]

The city is downright amazing!

[malec]

Yup, exporting is much better. Also you might try rendering the pics at twice the size, then reducing them by half in photoshop, this also gets rid of some of the jaggedness

[foxmtbr]

^ That's what I do. I render the photos at about 4 times the size of what I actually post on here, and I shrink them when I upload them to imageshack. That + good textures = super-insano-dynamite-crazy-delicious clarity!

[Patrick]

"super-insano-dynamite-crazy-delicious clarity"

calafragalistic expealadocius.

oh my.
http://img76.imageshack.us/img76/4237/001rp6.jpg

[foxmtbr]

WOW! I love that shot!! How'd you do the reflecting water? Is that a photoshop trick, or is it part of skecthup 6?

[Derek]

excellent vocabulary! and spectacular shot!

[Bergenser]

That Galprises Plaza shot has much detail! :tup:

[BoiseAirport]

Unless that's a trick with the new Sketchup, I think that's a photoshop trick.

Great looking city you've got there, Patrick. Makes me want to continue Beveraux and Huntington. Here's a little tip when you do the reflection:

If you want, on photoshop, take the "reflected part" and add a slight Gaussian Blur, and experiment with distortions and perspective to make it look more realistic. For rainy and foggy times, another cool effect I found is if you merge all layers, then duplicate it once. Take the layer on top, put on a very big Gaussian Blur, and change the opacity of that layer to about 8%. If done correctly, gives the city a very wet, or even heavenly-like appearance.

Hope that helps! :)

Anthony

[Patrick]

The reflecting water is a Photoshop Trick. And thanks for the tips BoiseAirport! I'll try them out soon.

Staunton Experienceing another warm smoggy day.
http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/4589/001fa2.jpg

http://img253.imageshack.us/img253/3782/001zb1.jpg

Staunton on a depressing rainy day.
http://img171.imageshack.us/img171/9425/001oa3.jpg

http://img171.imageshack.us/img171/2019/001hi8.jpg

http://img171.imageshack.us/img171/5849/001wq8.jpg

[Derek]

how about a cold snowy day?

[mthq]

^^my god that last shot is absolutley breathless.

[foxmtbr]

^ I second that. :tup:

[BoiseAirport]

WOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOW!

Excellence!

Anthony

[Bergenser]

Those last shots are great! :tup:

[Dac150]

Great arieal shot of Staunton Square.

[Dear Leader VI]

Patrick,

You have an absolutely extraodinary talent in making these models. They are of higher quality than many professional architectural renderings in my opinion. My only wish is that Staunton were real so that our great state could finally have a sizeable metropolis to call its own.

Your sketchup models have inspired me to download sketchup 5 (free) and start modeling my own cities. My question is, where on earth do you get your unbelievable textures?

Thanks for creating such an enjoyable and detailed experience for all who experience it. I have been following the days from way back when Staunton was loosely based on the urban environment of Grand Theft Auto III. I must say, Rocktart could've learned a thing or two about realistic city environments from you. Yours far exceeded the simplistic and unrealistic Staunton of that game.

As I am starting up my own cities, do you have any suggestions as to how best to realistically model them? I want to eventually post some of them on this forum.

Thanks,

Patrick

Long Live Staunton!

[foxmtbr]

^ Ah, it looks like a third Patrick has joined the forum! Welcome! BTW, is anyone else out there named Patrick? :haha:

[Dear Leader VI]

I am the third, correct? Perhaps people whose name is Patrick have an uncommonly-astute interest in architectural engineering, city planning, and skyscrapers. :haha:

EDIT: Patrick, as I am from the Philadelphia region, I have often heard how Philadelphia is under-appreciated because it is "sandwiched" in between D.C., Baltimore, and New York. I'm wondering if Staunton perhaps has the same geographic situation, being between Philadelphia and New York. Any thoughts?

[Patrick]

Yikes! More Patricks! Crazy.

Thanks Dear Leader VI, I love comments like that :)

I get my textures from Windows Live Local, but to make them work with a model, you will need Photoshop to straighten them out.

As for suggestions, I'll just have too see, post your models and I'll give you some tips :)

Also Staunton is sandwiched between New York City and Philadelphia. Usually New York dominates Staunton, as it is only 40 or so miles away. So I guess you can consider NYC and Staunton "Twin Cities" like Minnianapolis and St. Paul. Staunton is usually ignored since NYC is basicly better than Staunton in many ways. "Why go to Staunton when New York is an hour away?" Staunton is only better in things such as slums and crime.

The problem is, what do you guys think, Staunton is probably too close to New York? Wouldnt New York steal all the Tourism and Business? At first Staunton was way more South, near Atlantic City, but I later decided to move it north.

What do you guys think?

[foxmtbr]

It would probably be more realistic to have it further south, but it's all up to you.

[BoiseAirport]

Yikes! More Patricks! Crazy.

Thanks Dear Leader VI, I love comments like that :)

I get my textures from Windows Live Local, but to make them work with a model, you will need Photoshop to straighten them out.

As for suggestions, I'll just have too see, post your models and I'll give you some tips :)

Also Staunton is sandwiched between New York City and Philadelphia. Usually New York dominates Staunton, as it is only 40 or so miles away. So I guess you can consider NYC and Staunton "Twin Cities" like Minnianapolis and St. Paul. Staunton is usually ignored since NYC is basicly better than Staunton in many ways. "Why go to Staunton when New York is an hour away?" Staunton is only better in things such as slums and crime.

The problem is, what do you guys think, Staunton is probably too close to New York? Wouldnt New York steal all the Tourism and Business? At first Staunton was way more South, near Atlantic City, but I later decided to move it north.

What do you guys think?

I agree with foxmtbr in the idea, it'd probably be more realistic if Staunton was further south, but in all honesty, having them twin cities doesn't see all that out there. I wanted to put Beveraux away from the 4 big cities (NY, Philly, Boston, D.C.), so I put it in Maine. If there were any other location for Staunton other than where it's at, I'd put it in just south of D.C. around Norfolk.

[Patrick]

^Yeah, thats what I was thinking. I might change it soon,

Callahan Park
http://img201.imageshack.us/img201/507/001bg1.jpg

Callahan Park City
http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/8648/001cd8.jpg

Staunton Park Area is also done, but I'll save that for later :)
http://img77.imageshack.us/img77/323/001cl6.jpg

[foxmtbr]

Awesome!

[malec]

This is getting insanely good. I have to know how you managed to make the water reflect. The way I do it is use a different program altogether for rendering but I prefer the clarity in sketchup renders. Any chance you could tell your secret? ;)

And btw, your textures are great! I still haven't made any for my dubai 3d but I've gone over 1000 buildings now so would probably need a supercomputer to do it

[Bergenser]

You'r making good parks. :)

[Patrick]

The reflections were made in Photoshop, and thanks! :)

whattaskyline
http://img131.imageshack.us/img131/6913/000001fx6.jpg

Staunton from the South
Havent shown much from the south, which turns out to be one of Staunton's best viewpoints.
http://img258.imageshack.us/img258/1064/000001fj1.jpg

this shows just how huge the skyline is, just imagine a couple of highrises, mostly midrises & rowhomes, stuff like that, in the empty wasteland.
http://img142.imageshack.us/img142/853/000001jm4.jpg

goodbye.
http://img169.imageshack.us/img169/7527/001ao9.jpg

[foxmtbr]

Very nice! It's nice to see that new view, I can't wait to see it filled in!

[Boris2k7]

Nice work Pat. That bridge certainly has a powerful effect on the skyline. I tend to deemphasize my own. It is nice to see that as your city has grown bigger you still have managed to give it more character. Bravo!

[Patrick]

Thanks!

City Hall Is Back

Oh yes, after all this time, one of Staunton's most important buildings finally returns. Along with a new park. The City Hall's Location is moved to a much more prominent spot. The Park now had awsome views, if the City Hall had been placed where it was orginally destined to be, the park would not be able to exist (to close to Staunton Square) and the Orange Financial Building (Big Black box to the left) would have blocked most of the views to the North.

http://img442.imageshack.us/img442/8785/000001qj7.jpg

Unfortunantly, the City Hall has replaced Stauntons second creation, The Koster & Associates Towers. It incertian if the three towers will return.
http://img249.imageshack.us/img249/69/000001ho3.jpg

Here is an intresting look on how some of the buildings of Staunton have advanced over time.
http://img440.imageshack.us/img440/5766/000001ke8.jpg

http://img440.imageshack.us/img440/5476/000001rc9.jpg

http://img412.imageshack.us/img412/6209/000001sx7.jpg

Another thing: Staunton's Lost Buildings (Major buildings that have not returned to Staunton Revised)
http://img78.imageshack.us/img78/1280/000001hw0.jpg

Whew.

[Patrick]

...

[foxmtbr]

It's interesting to see how these buildings have changed. Very cool!

[kznyc2k]

I need to check in on this thread more often! Between the better buildings/textures and the cleaner renders, this city looks awfully realistic now.. I mean some of the pictures on the last few pages are simply breathtaking!

BRAVO

[Patrick]

Thanks! I'll have more time for Staunton this week this my (place angry word here) grounded me from hanging out with friends.

So yeah.

PREVIEW:
Staunton Park area completely redone. Now has more midrise buildings and much more realalistic. Staunton Park area is almost done, still needs more adjustments though.
http://img406.imageshack.us/img406/5796/000001ri1.jpg

[foxmtbr]

Awesome!

[Patrick]

Finally
Staunton Park is done. Oh yes.
http://img20.imageshack.us/img20/4167/00000001zv3.jpg

http://img145.imageshack.us/img145/2935/00000001hy3.jpg

http://img166.imageshack.us/img166/6403/00000001hf0.jpg

Random Shot: Top floor of the JC Summit Tower
http://img241.imageshack.us/img241/9241/00000001en1.jpg

[cur_sed]

Whoah!
I'm really glad to see the low and midrises appearing in your city, Patrick - it lends a much more credible appearance to Staunton to have a fair number of buildings that are less than a dozen storeys high. I'd love to see a shot looking along the waterfront under the approaches to the bridge, looks like an interesting area.

[Bergenser]

Spechless, it's just extremely amazing.
I think it was something with the light in those shots. :tup:
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