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[esquire]

^ I have no problem with the MTS Building... it's a substantial presence on the street and brings a bit of variety to the area in terms of the different uses. If anything, it's the surface parking lot to the west which annoys me, although I seem to recall reading here that MTS has rejected offers to buy it.

That said, I'm sure the MTS Building will be redeveloped one day, although not quite yet.

[Cyro]

Originally Posted by buzzg

The number one thing that would improve Corydon is getting rid of that truly atrocious MTS building. It's really appalling that arguably the best stretch of Corydon has that thing across from it. Imagine if there were storefronts there, might not just feel like a ghost town in winter.

Interesting building, from my experiences. High-Tech hub with many additions over the years. Employees, many people, frequenting the establishments on Corydon all year round. It may not be the most attractive structure I'll have to agree, but no real issue where it's located.

[Cyro]

Originally Posted by headhorse

proposal from streetside for 253-257 bell ave (36 units)


from http://www.winnipeg.ca

Thanks for the add.

The area is chugging along at an incredible pace, It's difficult to actually keep up with all the proposals and projects in the Osborne and Crescentwood areas. One after another..

[esquire]

Originally Posted by Cyro

Interesting building, from my experiences. High-Tech hub with many additions over the years. Employees, many people, frequenting the establishments on Corydon all year round. It may not be the most attractive structure I'll have to agree, but no real issue where it's located.

I'd argue that the MTS building on Osborne is far worse, or at least the site layout is with the ridiculous parking lot and gas station/fast food out front. That could not have been arranged in a less advantageous way.

[Urban recluse]

Building materials are crucial. When A&S kicked off the start of new construction in the area with 330 Stradbrook, from all appearances, there was little attention paid to this consideration. I think the city needs to up the ante slightly more, insisting on the entire front elevations being clad in masonry. Village Junction looks incredibly cheap, and this neighborhood deserves much better.

[borkborkbork]

Originally Posted by Urban recluse

I think the city needs to up the ante slightly more, insisting on the entire front elevations being clad in masonry. Village Junction looks incredibly cheap, and this neighborhood deserves much better.

I'd rather see hardie board than cultured stone.

look at Academy Manor (85 academy) or 380 wellington for expensive-but-ugly finishes...

[Cyro]

Originally Posted by esquire

I'd argue that the MTS building on Osborne is far worse, or at least the site layout is with the ridiculous parking lot and gas station/fast food out front. That could not have been arranged in a less advantageous way.

No argument from me on this location. It's a mess. Combining the best of a industrial/commercial park and a little bit of suburbia fronting Osborne St.

[buzzg]

Originally Posted by esquire

I'd argue that the MTS building on Osborne is far worse, or at least the site layout is with the ridiculous parking lot and gas station/fast food out front. That could not have been arranged in a less advantageous way.

Which building is this?

[esquire]

Originally Posted by buzzg

Which building is this?

This hot mess


Source: CBC

To be fair, it isn't the MTS Building itself which is really the problem... you can only do so much with space abutting a busy railway line. The bigger problem is the gas station and fast food joint along Osborne. It would have been the perfect place to build something along the street instead of those two car-centric lots with small buildings plunked into a corner.

Something like this fronting Osborne with the MTS Building tucked away in the back would have been far better...


Source: Al Bernier

Or at the very least they could have made the gas station a little more compact than the massive beast that it is. It looks like it's meant to be on some major interstate in Texas as opposed to a moderately busy urban street in Winnipeg.

[buzzg]

Ah sorry thought you were talking like central Osborne and the MTS Connect store, I was so confused. Although I wish the city would take away the entrance to that parking lot between MTS/Starbucks and MLCC. It's like driving a car through a busy plaza it's ridiculous - the River and Roslyn entrances are more than enough.

Yeah, it's bad, especially since there's (now) some potential to expand "Osborne" as a pedestrian street south of the RT Station/rail line.

[Urban recluse]

Originally Posted by borkborkbork

I'd rather see hardie board than cultured stone.

look at Academy Manor (85 academy) or 380 wellington for expensive-but-ugly finishes...

85 Academy looks a Hell of a lot nicer than H20. 380 Wellington hurts my eyes.

[jag_48]

Is there anywhere where I can view a list of condominiums that are currently being built in Osborne? I will be buying a condo in Osborne, preferably something brand new and I would like to know what my options are.

[Urban recluse]

Mls for starters.

[buzzg]

Originally Posted by esquire

This hot mess


Source: CBC

To be fair, it isn't the MTS Building itself which is really the problem... you can only do so much with space abutting a busy railway line. The bigger problem is the gas station and fast food joint along Osborne. It would have been the perfect place to build something along the street instead of those two car-centric lots with small buildings plunked into a corner.

Something like this fronting Osborne with the MTS Building tucked away in the back would have been far better...


Source: Al Bernier

Or at the very least they could have made the gas station a little more compact than the massive beast that it is. It looks like it's meant to be on some major interstate in Texas as opposed to a moderately busy urban street in Winnipeg.

I like almost every aspect of the Element except for the fact that the whole main floor should have been retail. Walk-ups fronting a busy street like that seems weird to me. Also if the one unit wasn't a children's gown store that might have made it a little easier to swallow.

[Urban recluse]

Article in the FP today about the progress on the redevelopment of the Village Inn. I cannot say I am in favor of Fusion handling the renovations, as I expect the exterior will be frighteningly cold. Their project in Island Lakes resembles an industrial shed. Atrocious.

[esquire]

Originally Posted by Urban recluse

Article in the FP today about the progress on the redevelopment of the Village Inn. I cannot say I am in favor of Fusion handling the renovations, as I expect the exterior will be frighteningly cold. Their project in Island Lakes resembles an industrial shed. Atrocious.

Frighteningly cold sounds good to me, but then again my dream home would be made entirely of beton brut with a bit of glass and steel.

Here's the link for anyone with access:

http://www.winnipegfreepress.com/business/over-the-rainbow-in-oz-377068591.html

Boutique hotel with 20 to 30 suites. I'm not expecting much since you can only do so much with that structure... I'm picturing something maybe Courtyard calibre but with cooler décor. However, I think the upgrade will benefit the area. It'll be nice to have a legitimate hotel option in one of Winnipeg's most interesting neighbourhoods. It's a travesty that right now, there is really nowhere to stay in the Osborne Village or Corydon areas unless you resort to airbnb or another such service.

[Urban recluse]

That is the lack of vision which permeated the city for decades--and stil does to a degree.

[bomberjet]

wtf. I thought it was going to be torn down and some shinny new development go in it's place. Like the Gas Station Theatre thing. Should've just left it as the bar.

[Urban recluse]

I suppose an expansion could be built at a later date; still it is indeed disappointing.

[esquire]

Originally Posted by bomberjet

wtf. I thought it was going to be torn down and some shinny new development go in it's place. Like the Gas Station Theatre thing. Should've just left it as the bar.

I agree. A renovation is a consolation prize. At least it should hopefully be a legitimate option for visitors, though... the city's urban neighbourhoods outside of downtown lack decent hotels. Osborne Village is the most glaring example of that.