If speed is the only criterion, then you are right.

Food court to gym. Gym demolition for parking. Perhaps....

Maybe it is for privacy as they are right above the main entrance doors? Just a thought.

When did 5 years become a half decade? It's 5 years! Next it will be 1/20th of a century. 🤢

Maybe. Also possible the interface between the two buildings has changed since the render was produced? I think the balconies are roughly correct. The glazing could be there to seal the envelope until the next phase? We shall see in time I guess.

What do you mean?

I have found the ignore button does make the site a lot more enjoyable to use.

This is disastrous news......for my wallet. A bike shop on my street. Good lord.