One thing is that the pictures don't do the podium justice size wise, its smaller then the original render. But will defiantly give that section of 103ave a different feel, by filling that hole that's been there for the last 2 1/2 years since the parkade was finished. (Not that I've been counting
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I'm hoping that they do build the tower, maybe start it as the podium is nearly complete? Cause once the podium is complete and occupied it will add another hurdle to building the tower, mainly the first few floors. Living with in proximity of the Encore and now this construction site, I can tell you that there defiantly is noise through out the day that would get old quickly trying to work a regular job. And I'd imaging some kind of hording would be required to protect the public when entering the north side of the podium.