PHILADELPHIA | One Cathedral Square | 245 FT | 24 FLOORS - Page 18

reparcsyks · #**341** Posted **Mar 22, 2022, 3:28 AM**

Anything that obscures the Sheraton is a win in my book.

PHLtoNYC · #**342** Posted **Mar 22, 2022, 1:48 PM**

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Originally Posted by reparcsyks

Anything that obscures the Sheraton is a win in my book.

A shame that Sheraton doesn't change ownership and update the exterior, and add some sort of rooftop element.

I think there is an ongoing interior renovation, a good start.

PHL10 · #**343** Posted **Mar 22, 2022, 6:16 PM**

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Originally Posted by PHLtoNYC

A shame that Sheraton doesn't change ownership and update the exterior, and add some sort of rooftop element.

I think there is an ongoing interior renovation, a good start.

I would say leave it alone. It will be back in fashion soon enough.

TK2001 · #**344** Posted **Mar 29, 2022, 12:23 PM**

https://phillyyimby.com/2022/03/clad...nter-city.html

McBane · #**345** Posted **Mar 29, 2022, 2:41 PM**

The Sheraton is ugly but it is what it is, which is a mid-tier high rise hotel in a good (not great) location. This isn't the Four Seasons or Rittenhouse Square. Until this hotel changes brands (or long shot, turns residential), don't expect the owners to pour money into an exterior facelift. For this hotel class, an investment of that scale just doesn't make sense. It's good that Center City has diverse lodging accommodations, even if we have to put up with less-than architecture. It's not like we're talking about something like this.

TempleGuy1000 · #**346** Posted **Mar 30, 2022, 1:01 AM**

This photo is like the Logan Square version of the classic Independence Hall shot. It is similar because it showcases multiple different eras of architecture.

PHLtoNYC · #**347** Posted **Mar 30, 2022, 11:50 AM**

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Originally Posted by McBane

The Sheraton is ugly but it is what it is, which is a mid-tier high rise hotel in a good (not great) location. This isn't the Four Seasons or Rittenhouse Square. Until this hotel changes brands (or long shot, turns residential), don't expect the owners to pour money into an exterior facelift. For this hotel class, an investment of that scale just doesn't make sense. It's good that Center City has diverse lodging accommodations, even if we have to put up with less-than architecture. It's not like we're talking about something like this.

Fair points. My last comment about the Sheraton... to the extent possible, I wish the ground level could be opened up and less 1970s institutional, like what The Terrace project did on the Parkway. Would be an extra benefit for the several hundred residents coming soon across the street.

https://www.google.com/maps/@39.9570...7i16384!8i8192

But I agree, it's a decent hotel, not a dump, in a good and improving area. The only way it would become a W or 4 Seasons is if ownership changed, otherwise not a feasible investment. In the end I'd rather see another luxury hotel in the former Family Court Building.

summersm343 · #**348** Posted **Mar 31, 2022, 1:57 PM**

Cladding Nears Completion At One Cathedral Square

Read/view more here:
https://phillyyimby.com/2022/03/clad...nter-city.html

CleetMcDougle · #**349** Posted **Mar 31, 2022, 3:32 PM**

This as the backdrop of the cathedral looks very, very nice. Can't wait to see how phase 2 shapes this

helloworld · #**350** Posted **May 2, 2022, 11:37 PM**

looking better every time. interesting details at the top

iheartphilly · #**351** Posted **May 3, 2022, 12:53 AM**

well, all the angles make the bldg somewhat interesting.

PHLtoNYC · #**352** Posted **May 3, 2022, 1:13 PM**

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well, all the angles make the bldg somewhat interesting.

The angles definitely help a lot.

It looks nice from Assembly Lounge rooftop.

skyhigh07 · #**353** Posted **May 3, 2022, 1:42 PM**

I think in this case, I appreciate the fact that the design is more intended to reflect the Cathedral and sort of “bows out” while still adding density to the area.

helloworld · #**354** Posted **Jun 9, 2022, 5:06 PM**

progress at 17 and Race. any ideas on tenants?

summersm343 · #**355** Posted **Jun 9, 2022, 5:12 PM**

Great updates! Thanks HelloWorld!

gjrip · #**356** Posted **Jun 9, 2022, 8:59 PM**

This turned out great! Lovely addition to the area.

chimpskibot · #**357** Posted **Jun 10, 2022, 10:16 PM**

Does anyone know when phase 2 is targeting for commencement? I see that 20th and arch is back in play so any word on this? If it gets built it will really make the parkway standout even more than now IMO.

iheartphilly · #**358** Posted **Jun 11, 2022, 12:30 PM**

^
not anytime soon. phase 2 is only at the concept stage/marketing stage.

DeltaNerd · #**359** Posted **Jun 11, 2022, 1:52 PM**

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Originally Posted by chimpskibot

Does anyone know when phase 2 is targeting for commencement? I see that 20th and arch is back in play so any word on this? If it gets built it will really make the parkway standout even more than now IMO.

I hope the parkway get's a massive road diet or delete the roads have a foot/bike path. Would add value to the area and be justification for Phase 2 to be built.

helloworld · #**360** Posted **Jun 30, 2022, 11:59 AM**

looks like things are starting to wrap up down stairs