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Steely Dan · #**17421** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 5:13 AM**

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Originally Posted by ardecila

Not a supertall but looks very much like Sears Tower if it sprouted a few more bundled tubes.

I think it's a little overbearing and clumsy but it's definitely masculine, broad-shouldered Chicago architecture.

Cool! Sounds Iike my kind of building.

you say "overbearing" like it's a bad thing.

Notyrview · #**17422** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 2:35 PM**

I think overbearing in this case is right on point. The south side of the park needs serious heft to balance out the north side, and a sears tower Mini-Me is a fun idea. It would be amazing if it were all black. A dark overlord to the elfin PH towers next door.

munchymunch · #**17423** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 2:38 PM**

WOW! Thank you very exciting news. Do you know if it will take up the whole parcel, or is there still room for phase 2?

Again Thankyou.

sentinel · #**17424** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 2:49 PM**

Vinoly's office recently put an ad out for a full-time architect/s for their 'Chicago office' (which I had assumed was closed after the U of C hospital project was completed).

Thanks for the info and welcome, A&K

HomrQT · #**17425** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 3:04 PM**

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Originally Posted by ardecila

I've seen this Vinoly design for Crescent Heights at Roosevelt/Indiana... Not a supertall but looks very much like Sears Tower if it sprouted a few more bundled tubes.

I think it's a little overbearing and clumsy but it's definitely masculine, broad-shouldered Chicago architecture.

More bundles? Like this? =)

SamInTheLoop · #**17426** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 3:09 PM**

This is very exciting news - just to add to the chorus of thanks to A&K for sharing with us!

However, it definitely would mean the death of the Chicago as we knew it, which is too bad (although, who knows, as I haven't seen it, I could like this new design just as much if not more) - because I was quite the fan of that one (The Chicago took up the entire block from Michigan to Indiana. Question for A&K and Ardecila: Does this Vinoly designed tower also take up the entire block, or is it just on the Eastern or Western half? I'm kinda hoping its the entire block....one of the reasons I really liked Saitowitz' design is the true boldness of massive slab aspect, that was a distinct point of differentiation with the thinner (although not very thin by any means, especially with respect to OMPE) towers along Roosevelt to the East.

At any rate, this is indeed great news, and I hope that Crescent Heights plans to really push forward this year and launch this tower.

PS One more question: A&K, and/or Ardecila: Any idea what the residential program looks like here? Apartments, condos, both? Approximate number of units??

SamInTheLoop · #**17427** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 3:17 PM**

^^ Whatever that is, it's sorta cool.

A&K: We neglected to mention exactly how this sort of thing works (when you release info, description, etc of a major new project for which you have seen renderings but we have not) - you need to describe in further detail - I'm sure Ardecila can help - the design. Then, using supernatural visualization abilities, LVDW sketches what you've described into a blueprint-accurate drawing which he then posts here. Typically we don't even need or care to see the actual official renderings after this point.....

munchymunch · #**17428** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 3:19 PM**

This makes it look like Grand Central, is at Grand Central

Catmendue2 · #**17429** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 3:21 PM**

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Originally Posted by HomrQT

More bundles? Like this? =)

This thing is absolutely Chicago, hope it gets built.

rlw777 · #**17430** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 3:22 PM**

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Originally Posted by XIII

Oh god...
While excited for the tower and height, I'm nervous about the quality of the design now. Vinoly buildings make developers money, but have a tendency to be pretty disgusting on the aesthetic front. Between the "walkie talkie/scorchie" in London and the midtown monolith in NYC, he's been on a streak of damaging skylines.
I really hope he breaks trend and delivers a well concieved idea for Chicago.

Also, welcome!

I'm not a fan of the walkie talkie but I completely disagree with the opinion on 432 park that tower is a minimalist gem. In any case no need to be nervous his other designs in Chicago have been great.

HomrQT · #**17431** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 3:27 PM**

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Originally Posted by Catmendue2

This thing is absolutely Chicago, hope it gets built.

It's a failed proposed building called Crystal Tower for Vancouver. But I agree, would absolutely fit well with Chicago.

Ch.G, Ch.G · #**17432** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 4:02 PM**

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Originally Posted by SamInTheLoop

Then, using supernatural visualization abilities, LVDW sketches what you've described into a blueprint-accurate drawing* which he then posts here.

*on a napkin

SamInTheLoop · #**17433** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 4:23 PM**

^ yes - I've overlooked one of the most important parameters! - also, this all needs to happen in less than 10 mins...

LouisVanDerWright · #**17434** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 4:33 PM**

^^^ I'm afraid to try that again. I'm certain I'll just be embarrassingly off mark. It'll never be as good as the "oh shit" when I saw the actual rendering for the first time, lol.

UPChicago · #**17435** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 4:34 PM**

provide us with a napkin drawing or it didn't happen.

joshpabstphoto · #**17436** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 4:54 PM**

I live/work in the west loop (architectural photographer), and this building is pretty much done; snapped a picture this AM.

sentinel · #**17437** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 5:09 PM**

^^Thanks for the great pic Josh, and welcome to the forum. You've made a semi-bland building look downright noble

Steely Dan · #**17438** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 5:13 PM**

^ yes, clearly a case of the quality of the photograph exceeding the quality of the subject matter.

and welcome to SSP, Josh.

SamInTheLoop · #**17439** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 5:40 PM**

^^ ^

No kidding! I think that's what you call a 'rendering-quality photo', and I mean that of course in the most complimentary way possible.

Welcome to the forum as well.

(it's nice to be seeing new members pop up early in the new year.....adding to the flow and variety of information and contributions - including visual - is a great thing)

joshpabstphoto · #**17440** Posted **Jan 28, 2015, 5:40 PM**

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Originally Posted by sentinel

^^Thanks for the great pic Josh, and welcome to the forum. You've made a semi-bland building look downright noble

Thanks for the comment and welcome words. I've been on here for a long time; just never created an account.