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Construction Roundup – January 2012

Construction Roundup – January 2012

6 Walker / January 29, 2012 2:20 pm

A sunny Sunday afternoon in January made for a perfect opportunity for another addition to our regular Construction Roundup photo series. This time around, we took visited sites where new apartments are being constructed behind The Lennox, on East Long Street, in… [Read More]

Leafy Dale Adds New Apartments to Victorian Village

Leafy Dale Adds New Apartments to Victorian Village

18 Walker / January 12, 2012 1:00 pm

The Wood Companies are already busy with construction on High Street with their apartment building development over top of Northstar Cafe, but that’s not stopping them from already moving on to their next big project: The Leafy Dale. Constructed in… [Read More]

2011 Year in Review: Urban Development

2011 Year in Review: Urban Development

10 Walker / December 23, 2011 6:00 am

2011 was a year of sluggish national economic recovery, but that didn’t necessarily mean a slow year for urban development in Columbus. Several large public and private projects were completed, including two expansive new Downtown parks. Construction work progressed on… [Read More]

Wood Companies New Short North Apartments Going Skyward

Wood Companies New Short North Apartments Going Skyward

6 Walker / December 14, 2011 7:00 am

If you’ve been to the Northstar Cafe or zpizza in The Short North lately, then you’ve probably noticed the construction occurring at 937-951 North High Street. The Wood Companies are in the process of adding three additional stories of apartment… [Read More]

Construction Roundup – December 2011

Construction Roundup – December 2011

9 Walker / December 11, 2011 1:50 pm

The warm weather we’ve been having so far this winter (knock on wood) has been great for construction work around the City of Columbus. The two tallest and most noticeable buildings currently under construction are the new Downtown Hilton Hotel… [Read More]

Three More Downtown Streets Converted to Two-Way Traffic

Three More Downtown Streets Converted to Two-Way Traffic

17 Walker / November 9, 2011 11:00 am

One more step in the redevelopment of the Riversouth neighborhood is completed as three sections of roadway are opened today to two-way traffic. They include South Front Street, between West Town and West Mound streets, West Main Street, between South High and… [Read More]

New Construction in American Addition Signals Neighborhood Rebirth

New Construction in American Addition Signals Neighborhood Rebirth

0 Walker / November 1, 2011 1:45 pm

Ground was broken last week on four new homes in the American Addition neighborhood, signaling the start of a renovation effort being led by Homeport. “These revitalization efforts in American Addition are an outstanding example of the strategic use of… [Read More]

AIA Columbus Announces Winners of 2011 Design Awards

AIA Columbus Announces Winners of 2011 Design Awards

0 Walker / October 28, 2011 2:00 pm

The Columbus Chapter of the American Institute of Architects recognizes locally designed architecture with their annual Design Awards. This year’s awards program boasts a total of seven winners; three honor awards and four merit awards. More information about all seven… [Read More]

The Rebirth of Weinland Park

The Rebirth of Weinland Park

14 Walker / October 17, 2011 7:00 am

Weinland Park is a neighborhood in transition. Situated between the Ohio State University and The Short North, this largely residential area is on the cusp of a renaissance, thanks largely in part to one of the most ambitious collaborative efforts… [Read More]

Getting to Know The Garden Theater Building

Getting to Know The Garden Theater Building

9 Walker / August 30, 2011 8:00 pm

The Short North Stage is the local group of theatrical professionals who are taking on the task of converting the historic Garden Theater building back into a functional performance space. The group held their first “Garden Party” this evening for… [Read More]

Construction Roundup – August 2011

Construction Roundup – August 2011

8 Walker / August 29, 2011 8:30 pm

There’s only a few tall cranes working on larger development projects in Columbus at the moment, and a whole lot of ground-level work on streets, sidewalks, planters and utilities. The contrast makes for an interesting set of photos in this… [Read More]

Interstate 70/71 Split Fix Construction Timelines and Road Closures

Interstate 70/71 Split Fix Construction Timelines and Road Closures

0 Walker / August 10, 2011 12:56 pm

Last night, the Ohio Department of Transportation hosted a public meeting to provide final updates on phase one of the Interstate 70/71 split fix project which begins next month. The majority of the meeting was focused on road closures, ramp… [Read More]

Phase One of Interstate 70/71 Split Fix Begins in September

Phase One of Interstate 70/71 Split Fix Begins in September

20 Walker / August 9, 2011 12:45 pm

The Columbus Crossroads project (popularly known as the 70/71 Split Fix) will officially be kicking off next month after years of planning, discussion and community input. Phase One will reconstruct the I-71/670 interchange at the north-eastern end of the project,… [Read More]

Columbus Hollywood Casino Moving Forward

Columbus Hollywood Casino Moving Forward

8 Walker / May 24, 2011 6:30 pm

The City of Columbus and Penn National Gaming announced this afternoon that after months of public bickering and the filing of multiple lawsuits, they have officially reached an agreement that would appease both parties. The casino site, which currently resides… [Read More]

Construction Roundup – Spring 2011

Construction Roundup – Spring 2011

21 Walker / March 27, 2011 4:45 pm

Spring has officially arrived! Birds are chirping, flowers are starting to bloom, and construction cranes fill the air. While the national recession has certainly slowed down many aspects of the building industry, Columbus is leading the nation in construction jobs…. [Read More]