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I stand by my comments about thinking big and also that Cardiff needs a variety of developments across the cost spectrum. But I honestly don't understand how people can be disappointed with this building!
It's simple, it has nice clear straight lines, doesn't overpower neighbouring buildings and looks like it'll be clad with quality materials (glass, reconstituted stone and GRC). All in all, it's a very nice mid-rise building that will age well and add a lot to that part of Cardiff. No. 1 Central Square is similar.
Yes, the Bus Station is a disappointment and I hope something is done there, but overall I think Rightacres are doing a pretty good job with this development. The quality is significantly better than Capital Quarter (rain screen cladding shit!) or developments in nearby Bristol!
Their recent office on Dumballs Road is similarly of high quality and I'm glad that they are teaming up with Brains to help redevelop the brewery site. I'm hoping the quality will continue there and that Network Rail will come to the party and build a nice grand South entrance to the Central Station.