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JimJim15 wrote:

irocktheparty2000 wrote:I look forward to this building being done. It will really help finish off that stretch of Wash. Ave. That little block is quickly becoming a very active spot. And finally being able to park cars on the streets down there really helps in my opnion. I originally had unit 304 under reserve but backed out. Would love to get in there once completed to see how it turns out!

Gosh. How long ago did you have 304 reserved? We've had it for 15 or 16 months now, and I don't remember it being reserved before that (at least, while I was paying attention). But then, I'm sure the Dorsa project had legs before my wife and I found it.



As far as the first floor, they're being very quiet about it. I wouldn't be surprised if they wanted to keep it secret so that whoever it is can make a big announcement about it or something. But they're sure working on it pretty hard. Originally, I heard it might be something like a Whole Foods or some such store, but now I hear a Trader Joe's is going in down the street, so I doubt we're getting the grocery. I've also heard it might be a Pin-Up Bowl, which might be kinda fun.

JimJim15 wrote:As far as the first floor, they're being very quiet about it. I wouldn't be surprised if they wanted to keep it secret so that whoever it is can make a big announcement about it or something. But they're sure working on it pretty hard. Originally, I heard it might be something like a Whole Foods or some such store, but now I hear a Trader Joe's is going in down the street, so I doubt we're getting the grocery. I've also heard it might be a Pin-Up Bowl, which might be kinda fun.

JimJim15 wrote:Agreed. I think a good question going forward is, "What do we want to go in down there?"



A nice restaurant? A chain restaurant? Furniture? A boutique of some sort? A nightclub?



Any opinions? Not that it'll matter in the end, but ...

JimJim15 wrote:Ok, my wife and I are back from selecting upgrades. And can I say that we were VERY impressed with the whole process. Melanie was a joy to work with, and being able to get my hands on just about everything was really helpful in the decision making process.



They're more than willing to help with any one-off projects, and even warned when their pricing would be significantly higher than if we were to hire a contractor to do the work (even offering to recommend some people for the job). They're actually willing to cut themselves out as the middle men if it would benefit us greatly.



There are actually some things that are available that aren't on the upgrades list, like another type of countertop surface, and a few tile options.



And I have some news on the Dorsa tenants. Mosaic will indeed be moving into the current Pyramid Office spot at 10th and Washington. Pyramid will be moving into the Dorsa building (1007 Washington), and will be keeping all of the fantastic interior of the building (the swirling staircases, and the art deco design). And it looks like a high end sushi place is moving into the Curlee building (1015 Washington).



I also asked when we'd be able to actually go into the unit. I was told that they were indeed trying as hard as they can to get us in ... and that they have a vested interest in doing so. There are people waiting to snatch up a few of the remaining units who will not reserve until they've actually been in their space. So I'd say we have a pretty good shot of getting in relatively soon ... no one wants to hold up more Dorsa purchases.



Someone asked why the street had been torn up in front of Dorsa ... it is indeed a Dorsa related project ... the Pyramid people seemed to suggest that it was just a sewage issue that was better taken care of before people move in.



So there you go. It really is a professional experience. Well done, Pyramid.

Grover wrote:Cool. My favorite parts are when the building appears to slide and spin when looking out the windows - was that an upgrade?

StLRisen wrote:Yes, I saw the Virtual tour today as well...nifty little link.



I also went in for selections last Friday, and flew through them...my wife and I had a pretty good idea what we wanted going in. We actually came in under the budget we had set; I was surprised.



Oh, and Jimjim, I got your "hello" from Melanie, by the way

JimJim15 wrote:Has anyone from Dorsa heard anything about second parking spots?



I'm not exactly sure the order of who'll be offered the tandem spots - all I know is that there's a list, and spots will be offered to people according to their position on the list. I haven't heard anything yet, and I'm not sure if they just haven't started yet, or if they've started (or finished) but haven't gotten to me yet.



Just fishing for any news ...



Also, my understanding is that walkthroughs will start in a month (maybe a little over).