RendezVous proposal:
-better connectivity and integration between the neighbourhoods and public attractions
-better use of the aqueduct space
-higher density
-burying the LRT is a huge benefit for the site
-love the idea of the Abilities Centre/Sensplex
-I don't think the lighting around the arena will be gimmicky, it could really add to the space
-could be too much road space - depends which blocks are pedestrianized and width of ROW (ideally car access blocks are narrow blocks for local traffic like in
Vancouver )\
DCDLS proposal
-great job at connecting with Ottawa institutions (although many could easily partner with RendezVous)
-not sure all these attractions will work
-I like the pedestrian only spaces around the major attractions... buildings framing the pedestrian ways make sure they aren't too open. However some of them could be pretty dead in the winter as the site is less integrated than RendezVous
-better undestanding (or at least better explanation) of neighbourhood amenities
Both proposals
-we need to figure out how to better integrate with surrounding area... more burying of infrastructure? RendezVous will have an advantage with Trinity and Windmill on the team for creating better integration.
-NCC needs to use its monument space more efficiently
-we need better integration with the waterfront