This past week construction crews started erecting a construction fence around Tiger Stadium. While a demolition date has not been set yet, construction companies are proceeding with obtaining permits required to raze the historic stadium.
The Old Tiger Stadium Conservancy group has until August 1 to prove it has a financial plan to save the diamond, 3000 seats, and create a sports memorabilia museum. Senator Levin is also trying to secure federal funding to help the group reach it's goal of $12 million - $15 million.
The Conservancy has finally launched a
website to provide additional project details and request donations to preserve a portion of the old stadium.
Another group,
Friends of Tiger Stadium, also has some interesting information available on the web.
Even other parts of the country are interested in what happens to Tiger Stadium:
Tiger Stadium Faces Partial Demolition Amid Opposition [ NY Times ]
For those that don't know, Tiger Stadium is listed on both the National & State Register of Historic Places:
State RegisterNational Register
John Gallagher (Detroit Free Press) has written an article arguing for greater public input about future development on Belle Isle.
Without losing site of the real issue, Mayor Kilpatrick and a well repected design team have been working on a plan to restore the Detroit Boat Club building and create a generous campus around it to support a Maritime Academy.
The impact on Belle Isle should not be taken lightly. Detroit needs to step up and demand public debate on what is arguably the city's recreational jewel.
The Free Press is reporting that Quicken Loans is actually considering building on both properties currently under review.
We've all been there at some point in our careers. Architecture just
within a days worth (or maybe longer) of driving that calls to you. The
only thing you can do is gather your friends and hit the road.
I'm sure you are all wondering where this is coming from. Quite simple. Richard Meier's Atheneum was recently awarded the 2008 25-Year Award
by the American Institute of Architects. Back in the early 90's, a
couple friends and I decided to squeeze this road trip into a weekend.
Two Michigan projects have made history by attaining LEED certification for their buildings.
LaFontaine Buick Pontiac GMC Cadillac, located at the northern edge of Oakland County, is expected to receive a Gold certification. It is the first dealership in Michigan and may very well be the first in the nation to receive a LEED designation.
Christman Construction Company, based in Lansing, has received (2) Platinum awards (the highest award given) for the interior and exterior of the building. It is the first building in the world to reach platinum level in two categories. There are (9) buildings around the world that have reached LEED Platinum for their interiors and (4) that have reached LEED Platinum for their exteriors.
