Midtown Crossing

DTO Luv · Post by **DTO Luv** » Tue May 24, 2005 10:06 pm

These were taken from 9 stories up and it shows how massive this project will really be since all of it will be filled in.

These are from the big boards under the Dome showing the overall site of the project and some more renderings that I haven't seen other places.

almighty_tuna · Post by **almighty_tuna** » Tue May 24, 2005 10:26 pm

That seems as if it'll be pretty nice when its completed. Nice pics, DTO

OmahaDevelopmentMan · Wed May 25, 2005 10:46 am

I can't believe how much of a waste those parking lots are. Thank god that mutual realized how much potential the are had. At this point are these just conceptual renderings or actual renderings of what is actually going in?

DTO Luv · Post by **DTO Luv** » Wed May 25, 2005 5:20 pm

Conceptual.

Finn · Post by **Finn** » Thu May 26, 2005 12:49 pm

These renderings look great! Nice architecture, mid-rise, pedestrain-friendly, fountains, etc. I also like the use of bump-out entrances, curving facades, awnings, balconies and outdoor seating. Notice the curve of the buildings following the roadway and the floor-to-ceiling windows on the top floors!

the1wags · Post by **the1wags** » Thu May 26, 2005 7:58 pm

Yeah thanks DTO for these pics. I think those conceptual drawings kick |expletive|. Go Omaha.

DTO Luv · Post by **DTO Luv** » Fri May 27, 2005 7:03 pm

Here's another perspective on the site. The taller building on the lot is 7 stories and is a residential style building. So just imagine the lots full of fancier longer versions of those.

Post by **Brad** » Fri May 27, 2005 8:12 pm

DMRyan · Post by **DMRyan** » Fri May 27, 2005 8:40 pm

Aren't they converting the building that looks like a dump to affordable condos?

Finn · Post by **Finn** » Sat May 28, 2005 3:26 am

They are converting Park Plaza to condos but ground level offices will remain.

eomaha · Post by **eomaha** » Sat May 28, 2005 6:31 am

If they put a little money into the exterior... I don't think Park Plaza is that bad. Certainly not worth tearing down (unless one of you highrise moguls has a few million with intentions to replace it with something at least as substantial

).

DTO Luv · Post by **DTO Luv** » Sat May 28, 2005 12:47 pm

I think the smaller of the buildings is still used but I'm not totally sure about the bigger one.

DTO Luv · Post by **DTO Luv** » Tue May 31, 2005 10:22 pm

More evidence of the streets changing direction... the City Traffic Trucks have been out on Dodge and Farnam for the last few weeks.

StreetsOfOmaha · Post by **StreetsOfOmaha** » Mon Jul 25, 2005 6:36 pm

Yeah, I was definitely way too negative about this project when it came out. I was in Europe at the time, and it's just so damn easy to be synical about the homeland from there ;) .

Anyway, I'm really, really looking forward to this. It's in one of my favorite neighborhoods, and it's really going to make it come alive.

I love the renderings overlooking Turner Park!

thewink9 · Post by **thewink9** » Mon Jul 25, 2005 11:51 pm

Now who wants to renovate the north 'Twin Tower'?? (Douglas Street side)

StreetsOfOmaha · Post by **StreetsOfOmaha** » Tue Jul 26, 2005 7:29 pm

Yeah, the Twin Towers are just begging for a rennovation. I actually like the style of the buildings. If it just got a quality makeover, done the right way, it would be a FANTASTIC moderne condo building.

DTO Luv · Post by **DTO Luv** » Tue Jul 26, 2005 7:45 pm

To continue the lot discussion I started on another thread...

The lots are undergoing soil test and it will do on for a week or so.

Brad-

Yes Mutual is 100% behind this project. Their have been little updates in our paper to keep everyone up to date on it so I'm sure they are commited. What I really think is happening is a build up to the Mutual Cenntenial in the next few years. When I started here they mentioned that Mutual would have a city wide announcement for it. I don't have a clue what it is though.

thewink9 · Post by **thewink9** » Thu Sep 08, 2005 1:44 pm

Any updates on this, Mutual insiders? Anyone know who will be managing the sales of the residential units?

DTO Luv · Post by **DTO Luv** » Sat Oct 29, 2005 12:44 am

The East Corridor is what the Mutual lot devel. is being called now at work. It hasn't been in the media yet but they have begun doing economic feasibility studies to see what the area can support in terms of people, units, retail, and entertainment options. Don't be surprised to see a big urban grocery store here since the Destination Midtown study said there are few open locations left which to build one on.

Zephyr · Post by **Zephyr** » Sat Oct 29, 2005 1:29 am

Thanks for the tip - that all sounds good. Is there ever any mention about a streetcar by the Mutual folks? The proposed route would run right through the campus.

DTO Luv · Post by **DTO Luv** » Sat Oct 29, 2005 9:02 pm

When I get back to work on Monday I'll dig up the article and see what I can find about rail. At this point I'm thinking it's in some people's minds but not really. I hope they consider it in the feasibility studies they are doing.

Linkin5 · Post by **Linkin5** » Sun Oct 30, 2005 10:01 am

DTO, nice pic

Vince Furlong · Post by **Vince Furlong** » Sun Oct 30, 2005 1:16 pm

DTO -

Why is Mutual calling this the East Corridor?

East because it is east of the Mutual corporate complex?

Corridor because........?

Vince Furlong

Vince Furlong · Post by **Vince Furlong** » Sun Oct 30, 2005 1:44 pm

OK, East makes some sense....

But, Corridor? The most common definition of a corridor is a passageway to something else (amazed at how many definitions that Google has).
This development is supposed to be a destination not a passageway to someplace else. Right now it is a corridor - offering Farnam, Dodge, and Harney as a fast, unattractive way to get in and out of downtown. We need a term that has some more positve, destinaationn-oriented meaning than corridor (please pass that along to your friends at Mutual).

I never understood developers, City officicals, and others using the corridor appellation for branding areas of development. This happens all over the country, but in Omaha, listen to people talk about the North 24th and South 24 Street corridors. I don't think that "corridors" are places people want to visit.

Tall buildings at the Mutual development.....from 2-6 stories or so might be OK. We need the density in Midtown and this size would fit the existing architencture. The main issue will be how well Mutual can blend the new with the historic surroundings....

redfield · Post by **redfield** » Mon Nov 07, 2005 1:33 pm

DTO,

I'm sure a lot is still up in the air as people do their research and conduct studies, but is there a tenative timeframe that has been talked about around mutual for the project?

DTO Luv · Post by **DTO Luv** » Tue Nov 08, 2005 5:33 pm

I have a print article from work around here somewhere. I think it said in the next two years.

MrWh1t3 · Post by **MrWh1t3** » Thu Mar 02, 2006 10:15 pm

Anyone hear of any exciting new updates on the Mutual project?

DTO Luv · Post by **DTO Luv** » Fri Mar 03, 2006 11:31 am

Nothing new to report that I know. I would look for an anouncement to come in the spring or summer about concrete plans.

Hawkeye · Post by **Hawkeye** » Fri Mar 03, 2006 4:25 pm

Yes. Hopefully they will CEMENT some things in the coming months.

(*taps microphone*) Is this thing on?[/quote]

omahahawk · Post by **omahahawk** » Fri Mar 17, 2006 12:15 pm

Looks like the Mutual thing might really start moving soon. Apparently, the city is thinking about making an entire region around mutual a TIF zone to any developer who is considering the development of a property in excess of $250,000.

http://www.omaha.com/index.php?u_pg=1636&u_sid=2135263

DTO Luv · Post by **DTO Luv** » Fri Mar 17, 2006 12:52 pm

That's awesome. There are so many other little lots around here with so much potential.

the1wags · Post by **the1wags** » Fri Mar 17, 2006 2:02 pm

Excellent news, this should really jump start the area.

MTO · Post by **MTO** » Fri Mar 17, 2006 5:37 pm

This project will do wonders for MTO!

the1wags · Post by **the1wags** » Sun Mar 19, 2006 7:04 pm

For those that might not know, the proposed TIF district is in the red area, and the Mutual project I've made blue.

Lots of potential in the area with some large buildings for sale that would make really good condos or apartments.

StreetsOfOmaha · Post by **StreetsOfOmaha** » Sun Mar 19, 2006 9:15 pm

I'm really excited for this area. I've loved it for so long, and am looking forward to all the exciting changes, especially since I just moved to 39th and Farnam.

MTO · Post by **MTO** » Sun Mar 26, 2006 11:57 pm

MrWh1t3 · Post by **MrWh1t3** » Mon Mar 27, 2006 12:32 am

I bought a unit at Park Plaza. I am looking forward to this development.

MTO · Post by **MTO** » Mon Mar 27, 2006 12:34 am

You will have to keep us up to date with photos.

adam186 · Post by **adam186** » Mon Mar 27, 2006 12:38 am

MrWh1t3 wrote:I bought a unit at Park Plaza. I am looking forward to this development.

Looking for a place, how much do units cost for a 3 bedroom if available?

MTO · Post by **MTO** » Mon Mar 27, 2006 5:51 pm

Notice that building in the middle of the second picture is 7 (well maybe

levels; now just picture that entire area covered in 6is story building… Now that’s some density.

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