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r � t i r ' r i , ren I i r r �✓ a dl��aw; � 1. /% ,'"' y�r u Administrative staff("staff") provided an introduction. George Papandreas, Carnegie Management and Development. Corp., Greg Soltis, RDI.Architects,and Ron Friedman, Lighting Designer,were present to provide updates to the proposal. Discussion between the Board members ("members") and applicant was about the lighting in the plaza and near the residential units. The members appreciated how the residential units transitioned into the neighborhood, how their previous comments were incorporated into the designs,and asked for specifics about the overhang on the apartment tower. Next,the discussion focused on the commercial/plaza/retail portions. Regarding the plaza/retail portions, progress had been made, but refinement was needed;the terrace was possibly be too large; leave some of the retail storefront a blank slate to allow the retailer to make its mark;the plaza design needed to be simplified. Pertaining to the commercial portion of the presentation, entrances to the various spaces were discussed. On the Marlowe Avenue side this entrance may be too prominent for its eventual function. Regarding the commercial building above Floor 2,the brick color(would prefer to see a different color/material)and window sizes floors were off.A"crown"to the building is needed;the tower should be a signature piece;the building needed a top element. The winter garden is in competition architecturally with the cylinder/tower—definition for both elements was needed; not sure where the entrance to the offices was; perhaps reduce the height of the tower and add a visor element. The functional retail awning would be a bronze metal material about six feet deep. It was requested that the next'iteration of the plan include signage and entrances for,generic retailers on the renderings. Public comment was taken. Comments/concerns of the public and members: * Not enough of space for events in the plaza, o Design was for flexibility; the stage could be placed anywhere. * Look of the project/windows was 1990"s o Will look at the geometry of the windows--still working on the details. Elevation of the Marlowe Avenue and portion of Belle Avenue facade.