[the Genral]

Auuughh! First City Centre was the worse thing to be added to the skyline. It was soooo bad that the siding was replaced after just a relatively short time. Even when we were excited about all the new construction, this thing was a fail as soon as the exterior went up. I get that the shape was determined by the step back rule, but it looked like they were using concrete lane dividers as the main exterior feature. I do remember the ads, and I have to say, I like the city hall plans of yesteryear compared to what is there now. That complex of buildings look(ed) amazing. But I am a fan of the W building so at least something good came out of the 80s bust. Republic Square was actually really nice and stood out since it was pretty much by itself. When completed, it was nice and clean with a working fountain. They let this complex go to pfffftttt.
Please keep 'em coming Mopacs, Kevin. There are many current forumers who missed out on this changing of Austin time period.