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Originally Posted by Hill Country
I've lost confidence in Green. With Trammel Crow as the developer and the city's involvement, I thought it was a sure thing. But the hyper pace of high end rental construction going on in Central Austin has to be nearing a (albeit temporary) peak. The latest word on Green (from last fall) was that it would be starting in early 2013. So far they haven't applied for a single building permit or issued any press releases about the project. At the very least the project is going to be significantly delayed again/still.
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I loved Green Water ever since last year's renders were released, so I'd be disappointed if that were the case. Though, maybe if it is delayed, it'll be redesigned and they'll go taller. A guy can dream...
After seeing these latest renders of Seaholm though, it looks like it'll be a great project. My concern all along was that the tower would come off too generic-looking and unremarkable, but the offset linear elements (balconies) on the facade give me confidence it'll be unique. Throw in the Central Library and the landmark power building with the "CITY OF AUSTIN" sign (that I'm praying will be lit up), and this will be a fantastic and special gathering place. I'm game
