AUSTIN | Project Updates Thread Part II - Page 450

gillynova · #**8981** Posted **Dec 26, 2024, 8:17 PM**

That's an amazing find, wow

Tyrone Shoes · #**8982** Posted **Dec 26, 2024, 11:27 PM**

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Originally Posted by Urbannizer

Delta By Marriott Mixed-Use

For what it's worth and I'm not sure if it's important (and it probably isn't) when this property was originally developed in the mid 1970's the hotel was a Marriott. After a few years it changed owners and was re-flagged a couple of times now I think it's now a Radisson.

SproutingTowers · #**8983** Posted **Dec 28, 2024, 3:59 AM**

301 Congress getting an entrance makeover.

The ATX · #**8984** Posted **Dec 31, 2024, 1:50 AM**

I updated the Austin tallest lists to start of 2025 in the sticky development links thread.

randalls · #**8985** Posted **Jan 2, 2025, 8:19 PM**

That small office/retail bldg at the corner of San Antonio & 15th St is almost complete:

MichaelB · #**8986** Posted **Jan 3, 2025, 7:45 AM**

Any of you permit wizards know what is happening at 1614 + 1616 Lavaca. Permits on the building suggest they are being combined for an "entertainment space" with a roof top patio.

The ATX · #**8987** Posted **Jan 3, 2025, 4:44 PM**

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Originally Posted by MichaelB

Any of you permit wizards know what is happening at 1614 + 1616 Lavaca. Permits on the building suggest they are being combined for an "entertainment space" with a roof top patio.

I looked through the site plan, and it appears to be a private club with four VIP Suites that are basically motel rooms. In addition to the VIP suites is a bar/lounge, dining area with another bar, kitchen, game room with a golf simulator and the deck. Seems to be an extended stay party place. It's also called "The Boot" which would imply the giant boot sign out front is staying.

MichaelB · #**8988** Posted **Jan 3, 2025, 5:31 PM**

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Originally Posted by The ATX

I looked through the site plan, and it appears to be a private club with four VIP Suites that are basically motel rooms. In addition to the VIP suites is a bar/lounge, dining area with another bar, kitchen, game room with a golf simulator and the deck. Seems to be an extended stay party place. It's also called "The Boot" which would imply the giant boot sign out front is staying.

See... you are a wizard! May I ask where you found that?
THank you!

The ATX · #**8989** Posted **Jan 3, 2025, 6:58 PM**

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Originally Posted by MichaelB

See... you are a wizard! May I ask where you found that?
THank you!

There are a lot of permits filed for both addresses. But this one for 1614 Lavaca has the best info:

https://abc.austintexas.gov/web/permit/p...n=13370785&t_selected_propertyrsn=237002

That permit has a lot of attached files. The two most helpful with drawings are these:

Architectural Record Set.pdf
Record Set.pdf

WestAustinite · #**8990** Posted **Jan 6, 2025, 2:58 PM**

Not sure if this has been posted but the site at the corner of 3rd and Trinity across from convention center has been demoed. I believe it was Micheladas restaurant/bar.

The ATX · #**8991** Posted **Jan 6, 2025, 3:13 PM**

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Originally Posted by WestAustinite

Not sure if this has been posted but the site at the corner of 3rd and Trinity across from convention center has been demoed. I believe it was Micheladas restaurant/bar.

That would be 2nd & Trinity. The building became a hazard after it was closed for the Conrad project and was likely demo'ed for code violations, fires, etc.

WestAustinite · #**8992** Posted **Jan 6, 2025, 4:49 PM**

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Originally Posted by The ATX

That would be 2nd & Trinity. The building became a hazard after it was closed for the Conrad project and was likely demo'ed for code violations, fires, etc.

You are correct, sorry for the inaccurate location. In any case, I'd hate to start any sort of project at that location anytime before 2028 with the convention center project in full swing.

Urbannizer · #**8993** Posted **Jan 7, 2025, 10:04 AM**

Sixth&Blanco

https://x.com/marshallgeyer/status/1875751304120955139?s=46&t=3S8HC_afKAMHVCgfx518rg

Urbannizer · #**8994** Posted **Jan 7, 2025, 11:33 PM**

Le Châtaigne

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Typology Residential, Commercial
Location Austin, Texas
Year in progress
Area 110,000 sqft
Architects Munoz Albin
Visuals Grok

Le Châtaigne is a residential and commercial complex in Austin that aims to enhance the connection between residents and nature creates a self-sustaining ecosystem that caters to modern living while minimizing travel needs.

As French creators, we have gained solid experience through various projects in France. Today, we wish to explore new approaches to designing innovative projects in the United States, combining our expertise with local specifics.

Le Châtaigne features amenities such as a French bakery, grocery store, gym, swimming pools, and spa, alongside green spaces and rooftop restaurants and bars, fostering a vibrant community atmosphere.

The complex will prioritize renewable energy sources like solar and geothermal power, utilize local plants for balcony enhancements, and implement an innovative irrigation system using air conditioning condensation. Optimal building orientation and photovoltaic glazing will contribute to a sustainable environment.

The background is not of Austin so the location is unknown.

The ATX · #**8995** Posted **Jan 7, 2025, 11:51 PM**

That's definitely a fantasy by someone using AI which is why no specific Austin location is used. The info at the link states that it is a Grok (X's AI) creation.

Urbannizer · #**8996** Posted **Jan 9, 2025, 1:46 AM**

802 West Ave

I have nothing to confirm this is indeed proposed for Austin, but the address 802 West Ave on street view matches up too well. The site is currently a parking lot.

foreverrushing31 · #**8997** Posted **Jan 9, 2025, 2:21 AM**

That looks real nice...almost Houston-like in its height. Glad to see we're slowly moving on up from 5 stories.

The ATX · #**8998** Posted **Jan 9, 2025, 5:05 PM**

There are no permits for 802 West Ave. other than one for a tree removal. That one permit does say 802, 804 and 806 West are one property which makes the site large enough for a project like the rendering. There are no permits filed for 804 and 806 West. There's a ground lease listing for those three addresses:

https://aquilacommercial.com/property/802-804-806-west-avenue-ground-lease/

I'm guessing that rendering is a vision for the property. But zoning allows for 90' building heights, and the rendering is around 100'. But renderings are not always accurate representations.

EDIT: Another listing says the property is no longer available.

Sigaven · #**8999** Posted **Jan 9, 2025, 8:54 PM**

The houses in context don't match at all..unless we're looking at it from some other angle?

Urbannizer · #**9000** Posted **Jan 10, 2025, 5:28 AM**

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Originally Posted by Sigaven

The houses in context don't match at all..unless we're looking at it from some other angle?

I lived one street over. The 'house' next door (800 West Ave) isn't totally out of context. They changed the look to make it seem residential, but where it is placed and the parking for it matches up perfectly. They even added the bushes that divide it from 716 West Ave, just out of view on the left.

With that, 802-806 West Ave being tied together and the elevation change as you head north up West Ave has me confident something is on the table here. It’s just in the very early stages.