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This is just a side note, but I think one thing that's underestimated about Greensboro, in comparison to other parts of NC is the layout. Everything seems hella easy to get to, and downtown is situated in such a way that no matter where you are at, you can see downtown(for the most part lol)
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I agree. Plenty of trees in downtown Greensboro. In addition to the two parks there is the civic governmental plaza which is full of trees not to mention the greenway around downtown. There are also "pocket parks" throughout downtown with trees and greenery.
Also to add to what mutiny said about the Tanger Center, they plan to plant flowering vines that will grow up the sides of the building towards the back and there was talk about a water feature at the Tanger Center. The facility is brand spanking new. It will take a few years for the trees and lush greenery to mature.
I agree. Plenty of trees in downtown Greensboro. In addition to the two parks there is the civic governmental plaza which is full of trees not to mention the greenway around downtown. There are also "pocket parks" throughout downtown with trees and greenery.
Also to add to what mutiny said about the Tanger Center, they plan to plant flowering vines that will grow up the sides of the building towards the back and there was talk about a water feature at the Tanger Center. The facility is brand spanking new. It will take a few years for the trees and lush greenery to mature.
So, your third photo shows 2 buildings with nary a tree between them. Perhaps that is not the best photo to use to make a point about trees?
I don't think that anyone is suggesting that there aren't any trees in downtown Greensboro at all. I don't have an opinion on this since it's been a long time since I've been there.
Downtown Greensboro Update. Aloft at Carroll South of the Ballpark will be an AC Hotel instead and the height has been increased to 12 stories! The hotel will be clustered with the 9 story Project Slugger tower and Carroll's future 20 story office tower which will be included in a later phase.
Carroll also mentions construction on the hotel phase of Carroll South of the Ballpark will begin before the end of the year. Because of the rebranding and height change, the design will likely change as well. The city deck behind the hotel site is currently under construction.
1) As of yesterday, both the 190-room, 9-story Nash Hotel and the 259-room, 14-story dual branded Hilton Garden Inn & Homewood Suites has started pre-construction site demolition and both sites have long term perimeter fencing. Both hotels are located on the same city block south of Nash Square.
A third hotel is proposed on the same block in the foreseeable future.
2) The 12-story Home 2 & Tru Hotel located near the Raleigh Performing Arts Center is nearing construction as well. Likely over the summer.
It will be interesting to see if the bailout of the hotel industry covers only operations or if these capital projects will also be saved. Unfortunately, I think most projects that haven't broken ground will be casualties of the corona virus.
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