CHICAGO | Aqua | 858 FT / 262 M | 87 FLOORS - Page 172

SportsWorld · #**3421** Posted **Jul 6, 2008, 1:47 AM**

This skyscraper just may be the coolest one under construction in Chicago. I just wish it were in a better location.

honte · #**3422** Posted **Jul 6, 2008, 3:13 AM**

^ People keep saying that, but I don't get it. First, it's in a great location in terms of real estate.

Second, the location actually supports the architecture. The fact is that Aqua is not very impressive from a distance. It only really works when you're near the base. So, what location could be better than a dense one where the building is only completely visible from below?

i_am_hydrogen · #**3423** Posted **Jul 6, 2008, 4:08 AM**

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Originally Posted by honte

The fact is that Aqua is not very impressive from a distance. It only really works when you're near the base.

I agree. But I think, as it continues to rise, the effect will be more pronounced from greater distances.

VivaLFuego · #**3424** Posted **Jul 6, 2008, 5:44 AM**

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Second, the location actually supports the architecture. The fact is that Aqua is not very impressive from a distance.

Great point.

I pointed the rising tower out to some friends this weekend while we took in a concert at the Pritzker Pavilion (bad location?!), who weren't too impressed from a distance, but up close (within ~1-2 blocks) were universally impressed and gawking at how "cool" this building is. We'll see how the views from the units and balconies actually turn out, but it is thus far shaping up to be a truly remarkable building in context.

BVictor1 · #**3425** Posted **Jul 6, 2008, 1:50 PM**

07/02/08

wrab · #**3426** Posted **Jul 6, 2008, 1:54 PM**

^ Very nice pic!

gttx · #**3427** Posted **Jul 6, 2008, 4:34 PM**

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Originally Posted by BVictor1

I don't think it was the good shit...

Nice picture!
That bird looks enormous.

chicago2stlouis · #**3428** Posted **Jul 6, 2008, 5:09 PM**

Saber925 · #**3429** Posted **Jul 6, 2008, 5:37 PM**

Anyone know the expected completion date for Aqua?
Also when the hotel is expected to open?
Thanks.

treras93 · #**3430** Posted **Jul 6, 2008, 9:13 PM**

it think its supposed to be finished in mid-june 2009. idk about th hotel

Alliance · #**3431** Posted **Jul 7, 2008, 12:08 AM**

04 July 08
Sorry for the large photos, but Aqua deserves it.

More in the link in my sig.

treras93 · #**3432** Posted **Jul 7, 2008, 3:44 AM**

Just gorgeous...

anyone know how tall it is right now?

TheBigHurt · #**3433** Posted **Jul 7, 2008, 3:47 AM**

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Originally Posted by treras93

Just gorgeous...

anyone know how tall it is right now?

Around 45 floors.

EarlyBuyer · #**3434** Posted **Jul 7, 2008, 4:56 AM**

45th floor would mean 481 feet c.c.d. height.

Absolutely amazing pictures guys!

Dr. Taco · #**3435** Posted **Jul 7, 2008, 5:40 AM**

Alliance's picture from BCBS. should be here. shows how amazing aqua can look, even from a distance:

alsajano · #**3436** Posted **Jul 7, 2008, 8:37 PM**

@alliance: I'm sure. Aqua deserves it, and more. Many thanks.

Aqua Plumber · #**3437** Posted **Jul 8, 2008, 12:04 AM**

theyll be decking 45 tomorow if they didnt already start late today

johnandahalf · #**3438** Posted **Jul 8, 2008, 2:22 AM**

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Originally Posted by treras93

Okay, FINE! I'll be the one to ask! What are the unpainted spots on those 8 balconies for? Look near the corner.

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TorancisOMP · #**3439** Posted **Jul 8, 2008, 2:39 AM**

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Originally Posted by jstush04

Alliance's picture from BCBS. should be here. shows how amazing aqua can look, even from a distance:

Hope this isn't off topic but have to clear this off my mind....Is that 340 OTP in the skyscraperpage forum's banner next to the ferris wheel but black in color? They resemble awfully close.

Manus in Chicago · #**3440** Posted **Jul 8, 2008, 11:30 AM**

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Originally Posted by johnandahalf

Okay, FINE! I'll be the one to ask! What are the unpainted spots on those 8 balconies for? Look near the corner.

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The unpainted spots you are referring too were sleeves left in the deck for bring up the control lines to keep the building on line. They are then filled in at a later date when the control lines are established at a higher floor, these are set about every 15 floors. Because the painting operation is on going it gets above the floor before the holes have been filled you see the small unpainted areas. As these holes get filled the painter will paint over these spots.