Monday, June 3, 2013

Rebuilding Filene's


Work has begun on the old Filene's building in Downtown Crossing. A developer is going to build a $630 million complex of new offices, stores, and luxury homes. Good news for the blighted area of Downtown Crossing; it has been an eyesore for far too many years. Initial plans call for rebuilding the original Filene’s into a retail and office building. Some months later construction will begin for a 50 story tower containing apartments, condominiums and additional stores.

6 comments:

Jack said...

I am glad this area is finally getting some attention. When I lived in Boston, this area was bustling. That tells you how long it was!

shirley said...

Interesting.... I didn't realize Downtown Crossing had suffered so in recent years. I have fond memories of shopping in that store along with Jordan Marsh (which I assume has also gone defunct).

Cezar and Léia said...

Very interesting composition, I like a lot this street scenery as subject of pictures!
Léia

John said...

Looks as though the building used to have a rather grand frontage, like old 1920s cinemas.

brattcat said...

things are looking up in this part of boston. really interesting contemporary urban image.

Harriet said...

Finally! Keep us posted on the progress.