The owners of a historic Victorian building in downtown San Antonio have received key approval to transform it into a River Walk restaurant. The project, which includes new awnings and a proposed dining terrace spanning West Crockett Street, is facing some opposition from adjacent businesses.
A rendering of what the proposed terrace would look like at 235 E. Commerce from the River Walk view.The owners of a 1903 Victorian building in downtown San Antonio won key approval this week to remake the historic structure into a River Walk restaurant.
At times, “it’ll just be wall-to-wall people on the River Walk, and you’ll go up a stairway, and we have this incredible urban area that’s just dead,” he said. “We really see this as the next-generation evolution of the River Walk and, equally important, the streets of the city.” Last restored in 2005, the Loan and Trust Building has until now served as office space and private apartments. Its owner, Hill,Renderings presented by McDonald show the six levels of the building designed for use as a restaurant with a bar and lounge areas.
McDonald said the architectural team that includes Christina Berlanga has met with Office of Historic Preservation staff and commissioners to address issues with the plans. “We feel very strongly that the proposed improvements are inconsistent with the historic character of the block,” said Brian Baker, senior counsel for Omni Hotels.
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