Saturday, December 09, 2006

Gutted

Built in 1919, this historic Albert Kahn designed print shop in Midtown has been gutted in preparation for a conversion into a retail/medical complex with indoor parking in the rear.

Lofts at New Amsterdam Phase 2


Work continues at the former Century Florist Supply Company building in New Center. It is being converted into 50 "Loft-Style" rental units.



Friday, December 01, 2006

4130 Trumbull

Recently this house at 4130 Trumbull, in the Woodbridge Historic District, was demolished by the city. Apparently, the front porch collapsed into the road striking a passing car. The city demolished the remains in November.



Thursday, November 30, 2006

The Nightmare the Detroit Renaissance Center Could Have Been

Virtual motorcity has some renderings of what the Renaissance Center would have looked like if all of the phases had been completed as planned. 

Photo Model

Soaring Casinos

Two of the permanent casinos are rising quickly against of the backdrop Detroit's skyline. The MGM Grand and Motor City Casino race towards completion, while the Greektown Casino continues to flounder.






These photos were taken at the end of October. Photos 1 and 2 MGM Grand, Photo 3 Motor City.