Saskatoon Construction - Page 51

Ruckus · #**1001** Posted **Jan 29, 2007, 6:17 PM**

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Originally Posted by drm310

This is kind of half-on, half-off topic, but there is a really cool Google Maps mashup called Wikimapia (Wiki + Google Maps). You can draw boxes overtop of features on the maps and add descriptions and photos. I've done quite a bit of work on Saskatoon, so if you're interested, check out some of our noteable buildings and landmarks. If you want to do the same, I suggest you register as a user (control panel in the top right). Registered users have more control than anonymous ones.

http://www.wikimapia.org/

to more time spent on the internet!

Ruckus · #**1002** Posted **Jan 29, 2007, 6:24 PM**

http://cinematreasures.org/theater/6361/

There's an example of a movie theater converted into a pool, although this example is of a 2 screen theater, Pacific is 5 isnt it?

Or how about a multi-use facility that has tremendous function, http://www.worthingtoday.co.uk/mk4custompages/custompage.aspx?sectionid=9768 Pool, cinema, and a cinema lounge bar.

There must be a law, or strong support against alcohol being served at Saskatoon cinemas? Galaxy should have had a lounge upstairs, they still have the option I suppose.

circle33 · #**1003** Posted **Jan 29, 2007, 6:40 PM**

I'm kind of drawing blanks on potential new uses for the Pacific. I've been in night clubs that were former cinemas; I'm not sure if Saskatoon is big enough for one of that size, though the location is certainly right. The pool/health club idea is intriguing. Any other ideas out there?

swilley · #**1004** Posted **Jan 29, 2007, 7:11 PM**

^ Parking garage for the BIG Casino across the street...

Echoes · #**1005** Posted **Jan 31, 2007, 5:18 AM**

...How about a downtown Walmart? HAH.

circle33 · #**1006** Posted **Jan 31, 2007, 2:30 PM**

That would bother me much less than the 300 acre parking lot Walmart.

circle33 · #**1007** Posted **Jan 31, 2007, 7:23 PM**

Meridian has released most of the details on the Hideaway project on 11th St.

Nothing new on MOB

I like how they have residential units above the garages in the back alley. I'd like that to be a permitted land use through out the core neighbourhoods.

Wormo · #**1008** Posted **Feb 1, 2007, 1:12 AM**

It almost Seems like the MOB is Never Going to Happen. We've Been Waiting for about a year, but still nothing.

Echoes · #**1009** Posted **Feb 1, 2007, 4:22 AM**

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Originally Posted by Wormo

It almost Seems like the MOB is Never Going to Happen. We've Been Waiting for about a year, but still nothing.

I believe there's a new phrase people are using. i.e.- "This train is moving at a Saskatoon pace."

swilley · #**1010** Posted **Feb 2, 2007, 12:45 AM**

Can anyone find the renderings of the new Place Riel expansion at the U of S? That has been needed for years.

adeep88 · #**1011** Posted **Feb 2, 2007, 6:01 AM**

Speaking from an outsiders' perspective, I have to admit the rivers and the bridges are beautiful. The new developing areas are pretty nice, as is the University.

...but is that one ugly "downtown" you guys have. Any chance of getting some of the skyscrapers Regina has?

Dalreg · #**1012** Posted **Feb 2, 2007, 9:33 AM**

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Originally Posted by adeep88

Speaking from an outsiders' perspective, I have to admit the rivers and the bridges are beautiful. The new developing areas are pretty nice, as is the University.

...but is that one ugly "downtown" you guys have. Any chance of getting some of the skyscrapers Regina has?

Sure no problem we'll zip down to Regina this weekend and pick up a few. Do you have any in particular that you want use to bring back?

jaysfan99 · #**1013** Posted **Feb 2, 2007, 11:39 AM**

LMAO

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Originally Posted by Dalreg

Sure no problem we'll zip down to Regina this weekend and pick up a few. Do you have any in particular that you want use to bring back?

circle33 · #**1014** Posted **Feb 2, 2007, 4:21 PM**

I've always liked the Sask Power building, so why don't you pick up that one. Not sure where we'd put it, but I'm certain we can work something out.

swilley · #**1015** Posted **Feb 2, 2007, 5:24 PM**

Drove by Affinity C.U. this morning, Exterior is nearing completion. it is starting to look good!

circle33 · #**1016** Posted **Feb 2, 2007, 5:29 PM**

It's a nice addition to our, ahem, financial district.

ReginaGuy · #**1017** Posted **Feb 2, 2007, 7:45 PM**

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Originally Posted by Dalreg

Sure no problem we'll zip down to Regina this weekend and pick up a few. Do you have any in particular that you want use to bring back?

You guys can have this one if you want, or this. We'd be glad to give them to you

We have our fair share of ugly blocks too

circle33 · #**1018** Posted **Feb 2, 2007, 10:28 PM**

I noticed a couple of Dominion construction trailers at 20th and Ave K. This is what is supposedly going up in the lot:

More info

It's different looking, I'll give it that. Not sure if I like it or not. I do like the overriding concept, sort of a new approach to some of the long standing social issues that plague the area.

That whole stretch of 20th right up to Avenue P has a lot of character and by extension a lot of potential. If this project works as planned it could go some distance in cleaning up the area. It'll be one to watch

jaysfan99 · #**1019** Posted **Feb 3, 2007, 12:50 AM**

I like the look. Looks like something you would see in Vacouver.

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Originally Posted by circle33

I noticed a couple of Dominion construction trailers at 20th and Ave K. This is what is supposedly going up in the lot:

More info

It's different looking, I'll give it that. Not sure if I like it or not. I do like the overriding concept, sort of a new approach to some of the long standing social issues that plague the area.

That whole stretch of 20th right up to Avenue P has a lot of character and by extension a lot of potential. If this project works as planned it could go some distance in cleaning up the area. It'll be one to watch

Echoes · #**1020** Posted **Feb 3, 2007, 1:47 AM**

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Originally Posted by circle33

I noticed a couple of Dominion construction trailers at 20th and Ave K. This is what is supposedly going up in the lot:

More info

It's different looking, I'll give it that. Not sure if I like it or not. I do like the overriding concept, sort of a new approach to some of the long standing social issues that plague the area.

That whole stretch of 20th right up to Avenue P has a lot of character and by extension a lot of potential. If this project works as planned it could go some distance in cleaning up the area. It'll be one to watch

I love the concept and as far as design goes it will add alot to the area. I'm very excited about this. Its no 40 storey office tower but i think it will do so much for that side of town. l