Atlantic Station Thread II - Page 21

MarketsWork · #**401** Posted **Feb 18, 2007, 8:45 PM**

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Originally Posted by Andrea

It is incredibly goofy looking. It's a good thing we Atlantans have thick skins, because I don't think it's going to be pretty when the rest of the world finds out about this.

To the contrary, I think many forumers have particularly thin skins. I doubt that the rest of the world will give much thought to this monument's location. Most will probably think "That's a beautiful structure!" and then move on to something else. Who knows -- the Arch might influence Atlantic Station's future development for the better. But since it's not my money funding it, I couldn't care less where it goes. All I know is that someone who was willing to plunk down $20,000,000 of his own money probably gave its location some thought.

smArTaLlone · #**402** Posted **Feb 18, 2007, 8:51 PM**

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Originally Posted by MarketsWork

To the contrary, I think many forumers have particularly thin skins. I doubt that the rest of the world will give much thought to this monument's location. Most will probably think "That's a beautiful structure!" and then move on to something else. Who knows -- the Arch might influence Atlantic Station's future development for the better. But since it's not my money funding it, I couldn't care less where it goes. All I know is that someone who was willing to plunk down $20,000,000 of his own money probably gave its location some thought.

They're seeking to raise a few million for the monument so you still have a chance to help fund it.

Andrea · #**403** Posted **Feb 18, 2007, 10:19 PM**

MarketsWork, you are right. I take back my snotty comments. This thing may turn out to be awesome. The design itself is, well, monumental and I only meant to say it seemed like it was going in a rather unusual place.

And yes, if somebody is shelling out $20 million for a monument they have the right to put it any dang place they please.

john3eblover · #**404** Posted **Feb 18, 2007, 10:32 PM**

i kinda like it. we'll have to see how it looks when its actually built

MarketsWork · #**405** Posted **Feb 19, 2007, 12:14 AM**

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Originally Posted by Andrea

MarketsWork, you are right. I take back my snotty comments. This thing may turn out to be awesome. The design itself is, well, monumental and I only meant to say it seemed like it was going in a rather unusual place.

And yes, if somebody is shelling out $20 million for a monument they have the right to put it any dang place they please.

Well, Andrea -- after reading my own post again, my words sounded a little snotty, too! So I'd be honored if you'd raise your glass for a little Sunday evening "sinage" before we go back to work tomorrow...

Andrea · #**406** Posted **Feb 19, 2007, 2:00 AM**

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Originally Posted by MarketsWork

Well, Andrea -- after reading my own post again, my words sounded a little snotty, too! So I'd be honored if you'd raise your glass for a little Sunday evening "sinage" before we go back to work tomorrow...

LOL! Consider it done, MarketsWork! That never takes too much prompting for me.

Andrea · #**407** Posted **Feb 19, 2007, 3:06 AM**

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Originally Posted by Terminus

......surrounded by a parking lot and knock-off bag kiosks....

This town could use a few more knock-off bag kiosks. I got my fake Prada there and nobody knows the difference. But I had to go all the way downtown and haggle with some guy at Woodruff Park. Why can't we have some of these at Lenox?

alleystreetindustry · #**408** Posted **Feb 19, 2007, 3:35 AM**

i find atlantic station to be over-rated.

MarketsWork · #**409** Posted **Feb 19, 2007, 5:04 AM**

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Originally Posted by alleystreetindustry

i find atlantic station to be over-rated.

Be patient -- it's not even half-built yet. These things take time, and time is on your side.

MidtownMile · #**410** Posted **Feb 19, 2007, 6:22 AM**

I agree that a lot of this is preliminary. When it comes down to it, this is being built in a park (albeit a small one). I think if it looks successful, it could stand as a nice transition for the city. I would love one day to see each of the parks feature an archway or some other defining element. I could see a really nice one near Tavern or ont he hillside at Piedmont. A smaller, modern version at COP. Then interpretive versions elsewhere in the city. If this one works (as I think it will), it could just be the tip. I'll try to stay positive at this point.

Sedaded · #**411** Posted **Feb 19, 2007, 3:32 PM**

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Originally Posted by alleystreetindustry

i find atlantic station to be over-rated.

These type of statements add nothing to the forum, and don't really stimulate any sort of debate. It's fine to find something over-rated, but at least offer a reason as to why.

utguy9999 · #**412** Posted **Feb 19, 2007, 5:25 PM**

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Originally Posted by john3eblover

i kinda like it. we'll have to see how it looks when its actually built

I kinda like how it looks too. It could turn out pretty well, and I hope it does.

GThomas · #**413** Posted **Feb 19, 2007, 5:37 PM**

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GThomas · #**414** Posted **Feb 19, 2007, 5:37 PM**

A large portion of 17th street has been painted over with thick white diagonal lines heading east towards the site of the monument. I guess to direct traffic away from the closed lane near the site until it's finished. Large concrete barriers have been placed as well, turning the 3 lanes running by the park into 2.

Maybe I missed this, but is anyone aware of a timeline for the monument? Also isn't the focus of the monument Atlanta philanthropy or something? Or was that just a forum suggestion?

ThrashATL · #**415** Posted **Feb 19, 2007, 6:01 PM**

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Originally Posted by Terminus

Say what you will about context, but the project itself is classy.

Incredibly classy looking design and if done/built well, will last a millenium or two.... way past the useful life of AS. But seeing it in AS is liking finding a diamond laying on a heap of dung.

ATLmangum · #**416** Posted **Feb 19, 2007, 6:37 PM**

I think its going to be very well done and I look forward to seeing it when its completed...and the rest of Atlantic Station as well.

Trae · #**417** Posted **Feb 19, 2007, 6:46 PM**

Same here. I have heard that AS is not even 50% complete yet.

sabino86 · #**418** Posted **Feb 20, 2007, 4:50 AM**

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Originally Posted by GThomas

A large portion of 17th street has been painted over with thick white diagonal lines heading east towards the site of the monument. I guess to direct traffic away from the closed lane near the site until it's finished. Large concrete barriers have been placed as well, turning the 3 lanes running by the park into 2.

Actually, its only the westbound left lane on 17th that is blocked.

sabino86 · #**419** Posted **Feb 20, 2007, 4:52 AM**

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Originally Posted by Trae

Same here. I have heard that AS is not even 50% complete yet.

Yep. Can't wait for them to fill in the other two holes and that bare northeast corner north of Dillard's

and Pier 1.

alleystreetindustry · #**420** Posted **Feb 21, 2007, 2:43 AM**

i think atlantic station will need some more time, alot more people, and a more open atmosphere in terms of shopping and things to do before it will "be there". right now, there has a lot of hype over nothing. but i agree, more time and it should age gracefully.