Regina Construction III

[Tyler19944]

Does anyone know what is being built on Gordon Road in Harbour Lansing? I would love to see another development like the new small tower!

[Stormer]

Originally Posted by Tyler19944

Does anyone know what is being built on Gordon Road in Harbour Lansing? I would love to see another development like the new small tower!

Are you referring to the Olive Garden? What is "the new small Tower"?

[Dan0myte]

Originally Posted by Stormer

Are you referring to the Olive Garden? What is "the new small Tower"?

I assume he means the Residences at Grasslands.
https://www.google.com/maps/@50.4064762,...itch%3D0%26thumbfov%3D100!7i13312!8i6656


And no, nothing special, it's just an Olive Garden.

[J-Walker]

Originally Posted by Dan0myte

I assume he means the Residences at Grasslands.
https://www.google.com/maps/@50.4064762,...itch%3D0%26thumbfov%3D100!7i13312!8i6656.

I’ve never understood the appeal of parking lot urbanism. I get retrofitting already existing suburban malls for more efficient land use, but to plan for condos right in the middle of a massive parking lot is beyond me.

[yveseluj]

There really is no winning apparently. People here complain constantly about sprawl and low-density residential suburbia, and when there are unique-to-Regina residential/commercial developments, it's parking lot urbanism.

[J-Walker]

Originally Posted by yveseluj

There really is no winning apparently. People here complain constantly about sprawl and low-density residential suburbia, and when there are unique-to-Regina residential/commercial developments, it's parking lot urbanism.

You’re presenting a false choice: that we must choose between either low density suburban sprawl or condo developments in the middle of big-box retail parking lots. There are other options — like actual urbanism for starters. And no, this isn’t unique to Regina. Drive-to urbanism is the new retail development fad sweeping across North America, mostly the U.S. right now. We are actually a few years behind on its uptake.

[Draftsman]

Do you want to live in an urban environment or a suburban one. Do you want to live close to schools or shopping or have easy access? It's all about offering choices, which is what makes larger centres such as Regina, exciting.

My choice is to live in the downtown (Centre Square) as I have for over 30 years. Yes, there is a lot of traffic during the day. There's a lot of sirens because there is a firehall nearby, and a hospital also just blocks away. With the hospital I have Stars helicopters rumbling overhead at all hours of the day. Am I complaining? Hell no! This to me is what living in the centre of any big city is like. And I am very happy with my choice. I live six blocks from the Cornwall Centre and am on a block that ends at Wascana Park. If I want to go north, south or east, they are all a similar drive. And, the best thing for me? I have a fantastic view of the city. This is MY choice. I am living in what is to me, the ideal location. It may not be for everyone, and that's fine. Maybe someone else likes the convenience of living right in the middle of Grasslands with all of the retail stores and restaurants within an easy walk. I am sure those that live at The Residences at Grasslands are very happy with their decision to live on top of several businesses and having the Canadian Brewhouse literally right next door. How great is that? Or if you want to be semi-isolated, then please live in a nice quiet suburb. Again, it's all about choice, and I would say that Regina offers a lot of choices.

[yveseluj]

Originally Posted by J-Walker

You’re presenting a false choice: that we must choose between either low density suburban sprawl or condo developments in the middle of big-box retail parking lots. There are other options — like actual urbanism for starters. And no, this isn’t unique to Regina. Drive-to urbanism is the new retail development fad sweeping across North America, mostly the U.S. right now. We are actually a few years behind on its uptake.

I meant unique within Regina, as I don't believe there are very many residential/commercial developments outside of downtown & surrounding area. I guess my frustration is in the nothing-except-ideal will do; I'd much rather see more MDUs such as this than what developers have typically built in new areas over the past 25 years.

[J-Walker]

Originally Posted by yveseluj

I meant unique within Regina, as I don't believe there are very many residential/commercial developments outside of downtown & surrounding area. I guess my frustration is in the nothing-except-ideal will do; I'd much rather see more MDUs such as this than what developers have typically built in new areas over the past 25 years.

I guess if the building is sold/rented out then there is obviously demand for it. So to each their own - if you don’t mind parking lots then this might not be a bad option. I tend to avoid coffee shops and restaurant patios that overlook parking lots because I find the aesthetics off-putting and kind of depressing, so from personal stand point I would never want to live there. That’s all. It’s probably quite convenient for some people. But I do believe there is a better way to integrate retail and high density residential than plopping condo buildings down in a sea of parking.

[cityboy]

Originally Posted by yveseluj

I meant unique within Regina, as I don't believe there are very many residential/commercial developments outside of downtown & surrounding area. I guess my frustration is in the nothing-except-ideal will do; I'd much rather see more MDUs such as this than what developers have typically built in new areas over the past 25 years.

There is a Town Square concept planned for The Towns/Eastbrook that has retail with apartments/condos above similar to Hill Avenue commercial buildings. The rendering on the billboard shows them surrounding a small park/square. I was skeptical that this would ever get built given the current economic climate, but on my bike ride the other day I noticed they have poured foundations on the North end of Chuka that do not resemble any kind conventional residential builds. So my fingers are crossed as I am hoping for a new local coffee shop!

My initial reaction is that I would rather see these types of developments in the city centre, I've come to realize that from a quality of life perspective it helps to build complete neighbourhoods that allow you to do any number of activities or errands on foot or by bike etc.

[StealthGirl]

They did really nice mixed use in the Canterbury lands across from the CBC. I wouldn't mind seeing more like those across the city if there is a demand for that style of mixed use and they integrate into the style of the area as well as those do.

[cityboy]

Originally Posted by StealthGirl

They did really nice mixed use in the Canterbury lands across from the CBC. I wouldn't mind seeing more like those across the city if there is a demand for that style of mixed use and they integrate into the style of the area as well as those do.

Yes, I'm a huge fan of this type of development. I actually looked at one of the 2 storey townhomes recently and would have bought it if not for my kids going to school in the East end. We need more of this, but Regina is slow to warm to this type of living as evidenced by the empty commercial and residential units in Cantebury. It's a shame because I think when you factor in the Co-Housing building there, as well as the proximity to grocery store, Wascana Park, bus routes and downtown employers, it's the most forward-thinking and urban neighbourhood in Regina.

[BrannyMuffin]

There’s a petition going around to save Centennial Market. I don’t know if a petition will do anything, but I shared it on Facebook anyway, because I think people should hear what’s happening. Uhaul wants to take over their entire building. A building in a neighbourhood which should have active uses and they want to use it for storage. In doing this, they will be displacing a market that is home to a huge number of local vendors. Not to mention the artists who use space and who have spent time, money, and energy revitalizing the space. Plus the Antique Market. And the ghost tours in another space. Then outdoor events like the recent Food Truck Wars. All locals whose creative thinking have brought more people to that mall than I have seen in my life. Not to mention the impact on the food vendor (local), Collectors Market, and used book store in the mall. They may or may not be able to survive without the Centennial Market, but I doubt they’ll do as well as they have been. Sure there are the loyal customers, but I’ve been going to that books store since I was a kid and only discovered the Collectors Market (one of my favourite finds ever) walking from Centennial Market to the bookstore. I’m sure I’m not the only one who discovered it by accident thanks to the Market.

There are a million places perfectly suited to Uhaul and storage facilities. That old building sat empty a long time until a woman’s creative thinking brought it back to life. That building is privately owned and they can do whatever they want with it, but it’s frustrating (and discouraging to people with big ideas and not a ton of money) that a big company can come in and too bad for everyone else. But I’m sure a Uhaul storage facility will do great things for the neighbourhood.

[BrutallyDishonest2]

Originally Posted by BrannyMuffin

There’s a petition going around to save Centennial Market. I don’t know if a petition will do anything, but I shared it on Facebook anyway, because I think people should hear what’s happening. Uhaul wants to take over their entire building. A building in a neighbourhood which should have active uses and they want to use it for storage. In doing this, they will be displacing a market that is home to a huge number of local vendors. Not to mention the artists who use space and who have spent time, money, and energy revitalizing the space. Plus the Antique Market. And the ghost tours in another space. Then outdoor events like the recent Food Truck Wars. All locals whose creative thinking have brought more people to that mall than I have seen in my life. Not to mention the impact on the food vendor (local), Collectors Market, and used book store in the mall. They may or may not be able to survive without the Centennial Market, but I doubt they’ll do as well as they have been. Sure there are the loyal customers, but I’ve been going to that books store since I was a kid and only discovered the Collectors Market (one of my favourite finds ever) walking from Centennial Market to the bookstore. I’m sure I’m not the only one who discovered it by accident thanks to the Market.

There are a million places perfectly suited to Uhaul and storage facilities. That old building sat empty a long time until a woman’s creative thinking brought it back to life. That building is privately owned and they can do whatever they want with it, but it’s frustrating (and discouraging to people with big ideas and not a ton of money) that a big company can come in and too bad for everyone else. But I’m sure a Uhaul storage facility will do great things for the neighbourhood.

Yeah... no.

While Uhaul certainly isn't the sexiest of uses, it's a good use for an obsolete building that would be otherwise demolished.

I'm not even sure what you're suggesting, that a company continue to lose money because a rag-tag group of vendors wants space?

[cityboy]

Wow, crickets around here...

Anybody know if the construction East of Shoppers on Chuka Blvd. is commercial or residential? It's got no basement so I'm guessing pad site. Looks like a big floor plate.

Edit: I see on Acre 21's site that in addition to The Wireless Age, there will be a Dollarama. Fack...not another one. Hopefully it occupies one of the existing vacant CRU's and the pad site is a decent restaurant we don't currently have.

[StealthGirl]

Paisley Golf is closing on August 18.

Mobile Klinik (smartphone & tablet repair shop) open in Harbour Landing next to the Rider Store.
Amphilon Hearing Care open in HL too, across from Lancasters. Probably next to the FYI.

[one_brick_at_a_time]

Would really love a new downtown highrise hotel (Hilton, Sheraton, ALT or Marriott), as well as to know what retailers will be going into the vacant spots of the Cornwall Centre.

Any photo updates of the new Conexus Head Office, Cooperators new Head Office renos on Albert Street and the Airport Business park new buildings?

[one_brick_at_a_time]

Originally Posted by BrutallyDishonest2

Yeah... no.

While Uhaul certainly isn't the sexiest of uses, it's a good use for an obsolete building that would be otherwise demolished.

I'm not even sure what you're suggesting, that a company continue to lose money because a rag-tag group of vendors wants space?

I would love the City to partner with private to fund a newly built market building on any of the Rose Street/Broad Street vacant lots so that the Centennial Market vendors can go there. It would also be nice to have a foot traffic connection in that section of downtown to spur other building investment in that sector that currently has no development.

[StealthGirl]

Rumour I've heard is that developers are all holding off on starting much new development right now because they all want the railyards and don't want to get committed elsewhere when the city is ready to start the railyards. I can't see it. Railyards are years off, esp if the city really means it when they say Taylor Field first.

[Festivus]

The secret to understanding the City of Regina is that they never really mean what they say. Or they do, until the next committee overrides the previous plan.