Fun fact:
Raleigh’s round Holiday Inn tower was the Triangle’s first building to reach 20 stories in 1969.
It was the tallest building in the Triangle until 1977, a nice 8 year run.
And 42 years later, it still remains the Triangle’s tallest hotel.
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I’ve always thought that Holiday Inn was a pretty unattractive building, but I think some of that is because as the only tall building for a few blocks in all directions, it is just so prominent. I daresay that if/when there are other buildings of a similar height nearby, and it blends in a bit, I will warm up to it slightly b/c my reaction won’t be “wow, the only tall building in this area is so outdated” it will be more “that’s a kind of cool retro building among all the sleek new towers”.
At least, that’s what I hope. 301 Hillsborough/Raleigh Crossing is a good start. If 401H ever goes up, that would also help.
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I think it needs a little TLC as well. I think I saw a swing-stage there a few weeks ago so maybe it’s getting some.
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Well that’s just a beautiful shot. What a great town.
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A similar design is the Radisson Hotel in Covington KY, just across from downtown Cincinnati. This one has the restaurant on top that actually revolves.
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This is another example where a living wall at the base of the building would do wonders for the aesthetics. It could go with the brand too.
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I always thought if they painted the exterior (current color beige) to something funky it would look super Miami and thus way more retro and interesting. I’m thinking like a flamingo pink, neon green, or day-glo orange. I’m being 100% serious.
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They did do a major remodel back in the day. Used to have balconies with sliding glass doors but they enclosed them to make them part of the room.
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Maybe Miami circa 1985? Now most everything in Miami is white because all of those bright colors fade quickly in the Sun.
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haha good point, yes.
Really enjoyed visiting this Christmas market in Toronto’s Distillery District.
The new Moore Square would be a perfect place for a similar setup. Durham could use ATC.
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Is this current or from a few years back?
Am guessing semi-current. Progressing through the Johnson & Wales campus on West Trade. The NCRR overpass is in the distance where the Charlotte Gateway station is to be.
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Brightline Rail Review:
NCRR should buy these carriages.
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