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Originally Posted by MIRYDI
Man you guy's have some crazy development going on right now. Must be exciting! Has there been a steady pace of projects like this going over the years, or is it just recently that Austin is seeing this type of boom?
Once all of these projects are completed, I would easily give Austin the nod over Charlotte in the skyline department. (IMO)
Pretty impressive stuff! I envy Austin right now...  |
We have basically seen a steady pace with major projects and in fact some of the projects under construction now or are about to start were announced around the time the recession hit. Austin is no stranger to building booms but as others have stated on here this looks to be the largest building boom to date because its not just Downtown, but the entire central core.
I am really liking Waller Center. I think it is a good thing that there is a bit of a nod to the Austonian because it will enhance the now iconic skyline with more Austin style iconic towers. The first rendering was never intinded to be the final design and was too simple and bland IMO. The new rendering really broadens the concept in a beautiful design.
As for the new non stop service to London, I'm already making plans for a trip next year! Expect more international investors to come to the city. I also would not be surprised at all if more major towers are announced in the coming year. We are witnessing Austin's international rise and it is rising quite rapidly.