Too bad they couldn't find ways to attach these LED/digital billboard to the buildings so they look like they were part of the design. This one doesn't look bad compared to the billboard over CVS, but if it wrapped around it would luck much nicer. I have seen more "intrusive" billboards in Asia and Europe, on historic buildings no less, so I'm not shocked to see this.
Too bad they couldn't find ways to attach these LED/digital billboard to the buildings so they look like they were part of the design. This one doesn't look bad compared to the billboard over CVS, but if it wrapped around it would luck much nicer. I have seen more "intrusive" billboards in Asia and Europe, on historic buildings no less, so I'm not shocked to see this.
Probably for the best, this means that maybe some day, someone with a brain will buy the building and get rid of the hideous billboards. One can only wish.
Probably for the best, this means that maybe some day, someone with a brain will buy the building and get rid of the hideous billboards. One can only wish.
I certainly hope so. I thought the special downtown advertising district would give us a Times Square look but these signs are appalling.
It's all about revenue. They'll make a tidy bundle with these billboards. And, if history continues, they will never, ever, ever be taken down. Their leases stick.
The crane came down this weekend! Cityscape posted a few pics on their page.
Also, a new retail store is taking West of Soho's old spot.
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Lawless Denim & Co to offer custom, handmade jeans in downtown Phoenix
By Tanya Nguyen
September 19, 2013 at 2:00 pm
State Press
Lawless Denim & Co., a new shop where shoppers can get custom, quality jeans, is set to open in CityScape in downtown Phoenix in October.
The store will have an on-site designer, Maya Vita, and tailors on staff to create custom jeans for about $200.
Customers will have a selection of 25 different denims and ten different styles. They can also go in as their own designer, in which case “the sky is the limit,” said owner Roman Acevedo
Lawless Denim to open first shop at CityScape in Phoenix
Tim Gallen
Reporter-
Phoenix Business Journal
Lawless Denim & Co. will open its first store this weekend at the CityScape development in downtown Phoenix.
The company’s 3,200-square-foot shop opens Oct. 12 and will offer 25 types of selvaged denim for custom-made jeans. The shop will serve as both a retail and manufacturing site.
Lawless Denim is the brainchild of Phoenix entrepreneur Roman Acevedo, whose custom jeans will be priced at about $245. As every pair will be handmade, the manufacturing area will include professional tailoring stations, vintage sewing machines and cutting tables.
“It’s all about keeping with tradition and bringing each customer a truly unique and custom-made pair of jeans that will easily become their favorite pair of jeans,” said Acevedo. “You can’t get anything like this in Arizona.”
In addition, the shop will have off-the-rack jeans that can be tailored to fit, ranging in price from $85 to $180. Other items include denim jackets and leather goods, such as belts and wallets.
The new store will be open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 7 p.m.
Lawless Denim joins a diverse lineup of retailers and restaurants at CityScape, including Charming Charlie, Urban Outfitters, the Arrogant Butcher and Five Guys Burgers.
Lawless Denim & Co. will open its first store this weekend at the CityScape development in downtown Phoenix.
The company’s 3,200-square-foot shop opens Oct. 12 and will offer 25 types of selvaged denim for custom-made jeans. The shop will serve as both a retail and manufacturing site.
Lawless Denim is the brainchild of Phoenix entrepreneur Roman Acevedo, whose custom jeans will be priced at about $245. As every pair will be handmade, the manufacturing area will include professional tailoring stations, vintage sewing machines and cutting tables.
“It’s all about keeping with tradition and bringing each customer a truly unique and custom-made pair of jeans that will easily become their favorite pair of jeans,” said Acevedo. “You can’t get anything like this in Arizona.”
In addition, the shop will have off-the-rack jeans that can be tailored to fit, ranging in price from $85 to $180. Other items include denim jackets and leather goods, such as belts and wallets.
The new store will be open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 7 p.m.
Lawless Denim joins a diverse lineup of retailers and restaurants at CityScape, including Charming Charlie, Urban Outfitters, the Arrogant Butcher and Five Guys Burgers.
Hotel Palomar to launch bicycle rental program, downtown bike maps Sunday
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The Hotel Palomar aims to help its guests better explore Phoenix with the launch of its bicycle-rental program and pocket square bike maps during a debut party Sunday, which will also include free bike tune-ups and a community ride.
Guests participating in the community bike ride will be led using one of Hotel Palomar’s new cycling maps, which highlights popular restaurants, museums and parks in Phoenix. The featured cycling route on Sunday is the shortest route and will take about one hour, Hotel Palomar’s general manager Jim Hollister said.
Hollister said the new cycling maps will help hotel guests better navigate downtown Phoenix and the surrounding area and participate in the growing cycling trend around the city. The maps also list where bike racks are located and family friendly areas.
“People are surprised to see what downtown Phoenix has to offer. And when you get on a bike and are able to see it up close and personal, it’s a different experience,” Hollister said. “We want the general public of downtown Phoenix to be able to enjoy biking, but also people who are visiting from around the world to see what we have and what’s available in downtown Phoenix.”
The party will kick off at 2 p.m. with tune-ups courtesy of the Bike Cellar, followed by refreshments and a community bike ride led by Phoenix Spokes People at 4 p.m. Guests are encouraged to dress their best, as the most “Dapper Dude” and “Dapper Dame” will each win $50 gift certificates to British Bicycle Company. The hotel’s specialty bicycles will be available to rent for the community ride and picnic baskets will also be available to purchase.
Supporters of Hotel Palomar’s cycling maps believe that the launch party and community ride will help promote cycling in Phoenix as a whole. British Bicycle Company owner Lindsey Kohrt said the community ride itself will help spread the word of cycling in Phoenix.
“I think when we’re riding around it will give people who aren’t part of the ride some exposure. The ride itself will gain some attention from passersby on the street,” Kohrt said. “It’s good to just spread the word that Phoenix is becoming a cycling-friendly city and this is gaining popularity.”
Hotel Palomar’s new cycling maps have gained the support of cycling organizations around Phoenix, including Phoenix Spokes People. Organizer Lisa Parks said the hotel’s new maps set it apart from other hotels that offer bicycles to rent because the maps provide guests with routes for cycling to hot spots in Phoenix, rather than just a bicycle.
Parks also said the community ride, which will have a “little black dress” theme, will help establish that cycling is an activity that does not have a dress code.
“I think a lot of times people think if you’re riding a bike they think you’re riding in spandex and getting all sweaty and people are worried about riding to work,” Parks said. “We want people to know that you can put on your regular clothes and ride to work. It’s just a way we get from point A to point B.”
Jim Hollister acknowledged that cycling is an up-and-coming form of transportation and said he hopes guests at Hotel Palomar can join in the trend.
“There’s more people riding bikes than have ever ridden bikes and we want to showcase that to our guests as well,” he said.
I'm guessing floorplans are available for the Palomar apartments? Does anyone know when they will start renting?
Looking at the other downtown forums (SD, Austin, NYC, Chicago) saddens me to see all the under construction or proposed buildings...and none for Phoenix. Really wish this city would step it up. There is a ton here going on, but nothing quite iconic and skyline changing yet.
The Cityscape Residences website was updated with floor plans and a photo gallery. The 2 and 3 bedroom units look nice. It's too bad all of the units don't have balconies though.
I bought a pair of jeans at Lawless. What a great place. Great vibe and look. The owners said they were already getting a great reaction and sales, and they have not even started to really advertize yet.
The Cityscape Residences website was updated with floor plans and a photo gallery. The 2 and 3 bedroom units look nice. It's too bad all of the units don't have balconies though.
CityScape Residences "Apartments coming January 2014"
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Surround yourself with luxury at CityScape Residences. Situated atop the contemporary 10-story Hotel Palomar, this high-rise apartment tower extends 24 stories above street level, offering a dynamic and exciting location for destination living in the heart of downtown Phoenix. Indulge in the cosmopolitan lifestyle with high-end home finishes, expansive downtown views and full access to 4-star boutique hotel amenities.
I bought a pair of jeans at Lawless. What a great place. Great vibe and look. The owners said they were already getting a great reaction and sales, and they have not even started to really advertize yet.
thanks for heads up, i will check them out I work downtown and need some new jeans. I assume it is similar to scottsdale jean company in N scottsdale? a jeans boutique with many brands, styles and price points?
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Really wish this city would step it up. There is a ton here going on, but nothing quite iconic and skyline changing yet.
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