Oklahoma City's future skyline

[Just the facts]

Are they already in OKC? If not, I don't see how 100 new jobs warrant a massive skyscraper?

Yes they are already in OKC, but they don't need an offic tower, They are an industrial user out by the airport.

[king183]

Lets start talking about the new skyscraper. Where will it be the location? Somewhere already flat or to lose a structure?

It's going to be 1600 feet high, with 20 stories that jut out in a shape representative of the wings of a bald eagle (in an homage to our nation's symbol). They will build it on top of the Cox Convention Center (sorry to those who want it torn down completey). The lower floors will have a really cool, gigantic fire pit where visitors can bring their own BBQ, cook it, and eat it. And when I say gigantic, I mean the fire will reach up at least 10 stories. Should be visible all the way from the Chesapeake Arena. Sounds like a pretty cool destination.

These are just rumors I've heard from people I know who know others.

Other than that, I'll just wait for Steve to report on it when it's confirmed.

[wschnitt]

Maybe this ties into Steve's comments about the Century Century and some possible activity there.

[wschnitt]

However I still believe the grassy patch Broadway and EKG split would be ideal. It is already a huge patch, no streets would have to be torn up.

[G.Walker]

I wouldn't be surprised if its located on Preftakes block, he already has several demolition permits for buildings on that block, and its been a mystery for years. He stated he wanted to redevelop the whole block. he has enough room on the block to sell land to developer for skyscraper and enough room to do what he wants to do.

[UnFrSaKn]

Guys, just re-read the last ten posts on this page for a great example of how crazy rumors and ideas are born. Thunder, you don't help things. Where did terms like "invited" and "renderings" come from? I wasn't invited. I just asked to join the already scheduled meeting at Starbucks to meet Cooper Ross (who did the aerial photos that spread everywhere and weren't credited to him). Thunder you make it sound like Steve brought this model of some building and sat it on the table or something. We were there to meet Cooper and talk about the work he does (which is a lot more than just the few pictures posted here). All that was mentioned about a new building wasn't solid as far as I know but from the idea, it sounds amazing. When it is solid and confirmed, like the new SandRidge building, you'll hear about it.
I'd be lying if I said I didn't bring it up just to get a reaction. Nothing wrong with being excited. It's just amusing what some folks do on this forum. Ha, yeah and the idea I was invited to a secret meeting. I can't help it, that's just funny.

[Skyline]

I'm kind of stirring the pot a little. I'm not sure Steve knows all that much but trust me, no one is more excite than Steve to get enough solid info and confirmation to bring the story to everyone.

Will there be news to announce soon or not?

[Thunder]

Guys, just re-read the last ten posts on this page for a great example of how crazy rumors and ideas are born. Thunder, you don't help things. Where did terms like "invited" and "renderings" come from? I wasn't invited. I just asked to join the already scheduled meeting at Starbucks to meet Cooper Ross (who did the aerial photos that spread everywhere and weren't credited to him). Thunder you make it sound like Steve brought this model of some building and sat it on the table or something. We were there to meet Cooper and talk about the work he does (which is a lot more than just the few pictures posted here). All that was mentioned about a new building wasn't solid as far as I know but from the idea, it sounds amazing. When it is solid and confirmed, like the new SandRidge building, you'll hear about it.
I'd be lying if I said I didn't bring it up just to get a reaction. Nothing wrong with being excited. It's just amusing what some folks do on this forum. Ha, yeah and the idea I was invited to a secret meeting. I can't help it, that's just funny.

William, you should've gone along with the fun and keep us guessing. It helps our creative minds. :-)

Btw, I love the post. <3

[Pete]

At any rate, it sounds like this one mystery tower, a new SandRidge tower and a tall convention hotel all are in the works.

So, at least three new additions to the skyline within the next few years... And I bet they'll be more.

[G.Walker]

Did you wisk that off the top of your head or did you reference skyscraperpage within the last 20 minutes?

You are right, the first one completed in 2002, however, before that it was close to 20 years.

[Just the facts]

At any rate, it sounds like this one mystery tower, a new SandRidge tower and a tall convention hotel all are in the works.

So, at least three new additions to the skyline within the next few years... And I bet they'll be more.

Just wait until streetcar tracks start getting laid. I think we will a huge surge in mid-rise residential/hotel buildings.

[UnFrSaKn]

As far as anyone knows, the details on another building are as vague as the details on the one SandRidge is building. How long have people rumored about that until Steve just confirmed it? Still there are no details. Give it time. The Devon complex still has like nine months left of construction. Don't let that be "old news".

[G.Walker]

But to tell people on OKCTALK that there is a possible new skyscraper in the works, and not give hints, is like throwing a Braum's Bacon Cheeseburger to a fat guy, and tell him not to eat it! lol

[G.Walker]

How much money would you be willing to pay for a ticket to the State of the City luncheon on Thursday, and sit at a reserved table with Roy Williams, Cathy O' Connor, Jim Couch, Mayor Cornett, and Larry Nichols? Pretty sure they will be talking about stuff we haven't even thought of yet!

[kevinpate]

But to tell people on OKCTALK that there is a possible new skyscraper in the works, and not give hints, is like throwing a Braum's Bacon Cheeseburger to a fat guy, and tell him not to eat it! lol

Finally, an area of expertise for me. I promise, it's nothing like that. See, drop a building info morsel and folk here get short of breath, they get glazed eyes and start asking asking asking for more information.

Set a BCB in front of a chub, and the chub will scarf it down and then smile and look up to see if it's maybe a 2fer day or if fries are coming fresh out of the basket. Even if you meant to say don't eat it, you ain't likely to have time to finish that sentence.

8^)

[Thunder]

But to tell people on OKCTALK that there is a possible new skyscraper in the works, and not give hints, is like throwing a Braum's Bacon Cheeseburger to a fat guy, and tell him not to eat it! lol

Don't worry about it. He was just having fun with us. Time will pass and announcement will be unexpected surprise. :-)

[Skyline]

Just wait until streetcar tracks start getting laid. I think we will a huge surge in mid-rise residential/hotel buildings.

Not holding my breath waiting on streetcar tracks to be laid.

[Questor]

Maybe this might be worth its own thread... but it might be fun to speculate who might use such a new skyscraper. Would it be a move of a company? Could it be a mixed use entity of some time? Might it be a hotel? If it were a company, who might that be? Who in Oklahoma has a large enough presence or is growing in OKC quickly enough that they might want their own tower to consolidate operations? What industries from out of town/state might be interested in moving here... energy? Might be fun to discuss.

[metro]

How much money would you be willing to pay for a ticket to the State of the City luncheon on Thursday, and sit at a reserved table with Roy Williams, Cathy O' Connor, Jim Couch, Mayor Cornett, and Larry Nichols? Pretty sure they will be talking about stuff we haven't even thought of yet!

Not much. Tickets are only like$50-$75 to begin with, and anyone can go. They aren't anyone exciting, have you heard the names you mentioned speak? All they like to do is retell the story of the original MAPS. These people don't leak insider information, and often info leaks here on OKCTALK before some of these city leaders hear of it.

[BDP]

Personally, I have seen so many "announcements" lead to nothing, that I am perfectly willing to wait for an official announcement, and then some insight from Steve as to how likely it is to happen as announced. And I think if you want to continue to get information from Steve, you'll want him to hold back. If he just told us everything he heard on the streets, the street would quickly become silent to him.

And honestly, imo, the best news we could get right now is that the quiet zone was going to happen. The more I think about it, the more it seems to be the last major barrier to more significant development downtown. Do that, and the emerging residential areas downtown suddenly become much more livable. At that point you may even begin to justify new residential construction of the vertical variety (gasp!).

I'm all for the speculation, but let's not be critical of Steve for treading lightly with his credibility. It is his livelihood, after all.

[Steve]

Guys, just re-read the last ten posts on this page for a great example of how crazy rumors and ideas are born. Thunder, you don't help things. Where did terms like "invited" and "renderings" come from? I wasn't invited. I just asked to join the already scheduled meeting at Starbucks to meet Cooper Ross (who did the aerial photos that spread everywhere and weren't credited to him). Thunder you make it sound like Steve brought this model of some building and sat it on the table or something. We were there to meet Cooper and talk about the work he does (which is a lot more than just the few pictures posted here). All that was mentioned about a new building wasn't solid as far as I know but from the idea, it sounds amazing. When it is solid and confirmed, like the new SandRidge building, you'll hear about it.
I'd be lying if I said I didn't bring it up just to get a reaction. Nothing wrong with being excited. It's just amusing what some folks do on this forum. Ha, yeah and the idea I was invited to a secret meeting. I can't help it, that's just funny.

Wow.
It's where reality-reality and online-reality diverge.
Will is one of the great people I've met through OKC Talk who I now count as a friend - a very talented one at that. Will and I had a great time looking at Cooper's work, and looking at Will's work, and comparing notes, getting to know Cooper better. I can't even imagine how any other impression was gathered about this meeting. And for what it's worth, if one were to compare what I know with what I've shared with this site, they'd be amazed at how forthcoming I've actually been. I really don't hold back that much.

[G.Walker]

Maybe this might be worth its own thread... but it might be fun to speculate who might use such a new skyscraper. Would it be a move of a company? Could it be a mixed use entity of some time? Might it be a hotel? If it were a company, who might that be? Who in Oklahoma has a large enough presence or is growing in OKC quickly enough that they might want their own tower to consolidate operations? What industries from out of town/state might be interested in moving here... energy? Might be fun to discuss.

Its not that hard to figure it out, put two and two together. American Fidelity has been talking for years about a downtown presence. Boeing is sending 1,000 jobs to Oklahoma City. Continental Resources is relocating downtown, and will triple in size, and out grow their space fast. I would bet it is one of these companies.

[BoulderSooner]

Its not that hard to figure it out, put two and two together. American Fidelity has been talking for years about a downtown presence. Boeing is sending 1,000 jobs to Oklahoma City. Continental Resources is relocating downtown, and will triple in size, and out grow their space fast. I would bet it is one of these companies.

or midfirst bank

[Bellaboo]

That is not true. Other people sparked before I joined in. I simply got excited and followed. I didn't start the talks. I'm taking another break from here. Its wrong to point finger at me.

Thunder,

You are telling people over on Skyscrapercity to contact Steve Lackmeyer about this new tower.....you should not do that.

[therondo]

Yay!!!! Back to normal speculation and not the crazy, blown WAYYYYY out of proportion speculation!!!! The ridiculous statements are starting to irk me!!!