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Originally Posted by Metro-One
First part, after the renovations are complete, how much more difficult would it be for Translink to do so?
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The existing entrance and mall connection was built in existing mall space -
so about as disruptive as that first entrance was (i.e. not very - it's all behind some haording).
The plan shows potential space under the entrance vestibule on the corner that could connect
if they widened the service passage. Stores in that area could become "double sided" (which retailers
don't generally like) or at least install more display windows.
It would be reasonably easy to lock off the mall and police after mall hours
- which is when an entrance facing the entertainment strip would be used.
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Or for even better security and minimal loss of retail space, a vertical stair (no escalator required) from the street above
straight down (like at The Bay on Seymour):
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But this is what I would do, maybe combined with a vertical stair (no escalator) directly to the street.
Nordstrom could have a "mall presence" ("Nordstom" sign) on the angled wall and visible down the mall corridor
(with a bank of escalators up to the main floor off the mall corridor and an atrium above).
The passage from the station could disgorge passengers directly across from Nordstrom's mall entrance.
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Agreed on the Granville frontage and the missed opportunity for separate CRUs.
I also don't see Nordstrom's image and "gritty" Granville Street being consistent with each other.
I'm sure they'll love late night revellers pissing on their facade.
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