Lofts on Broadway Extension

[Luke]

What's the web site for wired lofts?

[OULOri]

Actually it is called sound board not particle board, it is used mostly to help eliminate outside noise. It is a lot stronger than particle board.

And the website is www.wiredlofts.com

[Lauri101]

Other than the hideous colors of the railings/balconies, I would live there in a heartbeat.

The concept is great, but that color....(shudder)

[KeriK]

stay away from these apartments-BAD NEWS. I know because I used to live there. Ended up not even staying the full term of the lease because it was so bad. A lot of other tenants we knew ended up moving out of there as well. This place is not worth the $999 I was paying. Trust me, save the money and go rent a nicer loft downtown they are WAY cheaper than this and not as shoddy on the workmanship. There are tons of really nice condo's on Automoblile Alley (Broadway & 13th all the way into downtown area).

[OULOri]

yeah im not found of "that" color, Model was suppossed to be red!!! Not pea green

[Luke]

Ugh, not liking the particle board walls.

As for this concept, I'm sure the college co-eds love it.

[bandnerd]

I guess I just don't get this "look." Too modern...metal..something for me.

[Patrick]

The concrete pillars around the patio are so you can tie your ponies up after a long day of work.

These would give Jeff Foxworthy something to make redneck jokes about.

See folks, it's developments like these that give us a bad image.

[Midtowner]

My downtown apartment isn't quite as modern, but amenities and service are top notch.

I also spend about $300 less per month and get about 100 more sq ft.

[Patrick]

My downtown apartment isn't quite as modern, but amenities and service are top notch.

I also spend about $300 less per month and get about 100 more sq ft.

Your apartment also doesn't look like a horse barn.

[metro]

I love the modernness of it, I love the pea green, what I don't like is the poor execution as someone mentioned. I'm a modern minimalist so I totally get the intention. I think it would be far more visually appealing if it were a taller structure. It basically looks like a trailer covered with some high end finishing such as the railing, and stone. The corrugated metal is neat as well. I'm guessing most people's biggest objection is the "urban" look without the lifestyle and location.

I too have a downtown residence, an owner occupied condo. It's pretty modern in fact, and like Midtowner, I too pay far less including my HOA dues as well as the amenities are up there as well.

WiredLofts Apartments are the only truly advant garde community in the metro.

This is a quote of the home page of their website. First off, I believe they mean avant-garde, not advant-garde. Webster's Dictionary defines Avant-Garde as the following: an intelligentsia that develops new or experimental concepts especially in the arts. Dictionary.com defines it as:

a·vant-garde ( P ) Pronunciation Key (ävänt-gärd, vänt-)
n.
A group active in the invention and application of new techniques in a given field, especially in the arts.

adj.
Of, relating to, or being part of an innovative group, especially one in the arts: avant-garde painters; an avant-garde theater piece.

With this being said, I have to disagree that WiredLofts are the only avant-garde community in the metro. Not using a spell-checker is not very "innovative" IMO. What about Deep Deuce, Brownstones at Maywood Park (which will have a large 50+ft art sculpture in the common area), Harvey Lofts, Block 42 (especially), Central Avenue Villas, and countless others? I guess those aren't progressive.

[mythreelittlemen]

This is great! My property manager just showed me this site and I have just read all the postings. I am not a techno, so all this is new to me. I own the trailer park on Broadway. What excites me is all the energy and thought; it is like parisian coffee houses, circa WWI. This is good that you folks are not vegetables in front of a T.V. Keep talking, you don't hurt my feelings a bit. America and free speech are wonderful, I would not live any where else.

[ksearls]

I think the look is cool. It will be great for those UCO students who don't want to stray too far from Edmond. I would much rather live there than some coookie-cutter, cottage-cheese-ceiling apartment at 122& Memorial. I like the green rails and think the stacked stone is really nice.

BUT, of course, I still think you all should live Downtown, it is and will be true urban cool!

Kim

[jbrown84]

I can't believe the put "advant garde". That really makes us look like a bunch of hicks. They also have skyline pictures of other cities flashing at the top.

[sweetdaisy]

The apartments aren't my "thing"...maybe 10 years ago I would've been all over them, but not these days. Which is fine...different strokes for different folks.

But I agree with jbrown...they need to correct the "advant garde" typo. And the skyline pics of other cities is disturbing and somewhat tacky. What's the point of those?

[zrfdude]

It's still in a field, looks horribly out-of-place. Lofts should be in a truly urban area, at least that's what I think. I do think they're working on a business park or something in that area, but it's still pretty sparse.

[metro]

Brazuka, as zrfdude kind of pointed out and if you read this entire post, it's not that part of town is bad, in fact its quite good. It's just in an empty field and they look out of place in a field in suburbia. As others mentioned, lofts are more of an urban style of living. The Garage Lofts and others are truly urban lofts and downtown and not "faux" lofts.

[jbrown84]

Yeah, these are not in a true urban area, but it depends on what you want. They ARE right next to the interstate, very close to a plethora or restaurant and retail options, and in a perfectly safe part of town.

Whereas if you want true urban living whether it be downtown, midtown, or uptown, your retail options are a little bit more limited nearby and the crime rate is a little higher although not to the extent that you should be afraid. An extra level of caution is all that's necessary.

[metro]

Actually jbrown, they are not next to the interstate, they are next to Broadway Extension, which is a major thouroughfare, but not an interstate. Broadway will get you to I-44 soon which will get you to most interstates quickly. They are also not too far from Kilpatrick Turnpike.

[jbrown84]

Oh dear. Please don't be mranderson with the semantics.


What would you prefer I call an autobahn-style road with on/off-ramps and no intersections?

[metro]

Oh dear. Please don't be mranderson with the semantics.


What would you prefer I call an autobahn-style road with on/off-ramps and no intersections?

I understand, however keep in mind that the poster mentioned he is new, just joined the site, and is obviously not familiar with the area, so inaccurately telling him it is next to the interstate could be a big deal. If it were you and I talking and we're both familiar with the area, it would be no big deal, but this poster as mentioned is obviously not, so I think I did no harm in accurately correcting you in stating it is not next to an interstate, the nearest interstate is several miles away. You obviously knew the poster was new and not familiar with at least parts of OKC or you wouldn't explain things in the way you did above.

I agree with you above in that the 5th avenue lofts are better located, don't know if you've ever been inside and have seen a unit though, they are dog ugly and not laid out very good. Heck, the owner uses a bright teal green for the wood color and trim. It doesn't match anything. He won't let his tenants paint it a neutral color at their own expense either. The Garage lofts however, are true urban lofts and much better layout and feel, they are just further away from the action than 5th, however they are close to the ever rising MidTown.

[Brazuka]

nice, thanks for the replies. After i read them i started digging around and found some other places i'd like to ask about (found them in downtownokc.com). just trying to see peoples opinions about them. i already know about wired lofts, but what about 5th avenue lofts, garage loft, and deep deuce at bricktown? again, thanks for the previous replies.

[jbrown84]

5th Avenue and Garage Lofts are both in historic loft-style buildings with secure indoor parking. Both are on Broadway which is a main thoroughfare coming north out of downtown. Garage Lofts is about 16th and thus a little further from the action downtown and in Bricktown. 5th Ave. has great access to the downtown YMCA and a few retail and restaurant options in Automobile Alley (Broadway) and is very close to Bricktown--and also in a cooler building IMO.

Deep Deuce at Bricktown, as it's called, is not actually in Bricktown. Deep Deuce is a seperate distict just north of Bricktown. These apartments are about 8-9 years old and have a nice urban feel to them and a cool clubhouse. It's definitely geared towards young professionals. They have gated parking but most people seem to park on the street. They are 3-4 story buildings built right up to the sidewalk. I have heard some negative things about the service/maintenance there. If you like Bricktown's restaurants, nightlife, movie theatre, etc. this is a phenomenal location just over the Walnut St. Bridge.

Also downtown is the Park Harvey where I live. It's a highrise that was just converted from office this year. They aren't lofts, but have a modern style and great views--up to the 17th floor. Park Harvey is smack in the middle of downtown with great access to parking garages, the downtown library, the Museum of Art, the Civic Center, and the Ford Center. Rent is resonable (on par with Deep Deuce) and the service/maintenance has been great for the most part. No W/D in unit, however.

There is also a couple other options like Regency Tower (older highrise next the Memorial) and Legacy at Arts Quarter (more expensive brand new apartments on the west side).

[Brazuka]

Thanks Jbrown, i knew coming here was right. I needed the kind of feedback that you all are giving, i never heard of the Park Harvey untill now and they look pretty good, i was looking at lofts because i like how they look, feel, whatever, but i'm definally now set on a loft. i just wanted a good apartment, in an area that's fun, and reasonably safe. hehe i know i'm asking a lot of you all but it's always good to ask the questions before signing a lease for 1 year or 2...

[Brazuka]

Yeah i like this place, thanks for the info. i appreciate the help. And Jbrown, tnx about the park harvey info. i was looking at lofts but i'm not set on it. i'm just looking for something that looks good, in a good location for some fun, dinning, you know, that kind of stuff. hmmm sorry about all the questions but i feel better by asking this now, intead of signing a lease without doing and research and ending up hating the place. thanks again