Blog entries

Urban markets: A budding community

Administrator — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 06:00:00 +0100

By Creighton A. Welch - Express-News

To buy a condo in downtown San Antonio two years ago took a lot of confidence ... and guts.

But it seems to have worked out well for Jim and Donna Perkins.

The couple was the second buyer at the Vidorra condos on Center Street near Sunset Station, and believed in downtown life so much they bought two units, one on the sixth floor and one on the 18th.

"I was a little nervous at first," said Jim, who works at Fort Sam Houston, wRead More...

SAN ANTONIO’S PAST COMES BACK TO LIFE

Administrator — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 06:00:00 +0100

Two former breweries get facelifts, as the San Antonio River Walk expands.
- Coleman Wood

One of San Antonio's most famous success stories is the San Antonio River Walk. The iconic entertainment district, which is also known as Paseo del Rio, was almost lost in the 1920s, after a severe bout of flooding caused city leaders to want to pave over the river. The waterway was saved, and it was later made into a park by the Works Progress Administration, which added walkways, bridges and tree pRead More...

Special VIP Thank You from the Lone Star Brewery

Administrator — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 06:00:00 +0100

Thank you to everyone who attended our special event at the Lone Star Brewery.

The concert featuring the John Pointer Trio was incredible! Many of you know, the sales center used to be an entertainment facility for the Lone Star Brewery executives and their guests so we felt it only fitting to host our first concert in this historic location.In addition to great music, those that attended were able to hear the plans to extend the River Walk along the border of our property as well as Read More...

Interview with Developer Mark Tolley

Administrator — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 06:00:00 +0100

Download the Interview Here.

Developer is pursuing tax credits for brewery rehab

Administrator — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 06:00:00 +0100

The San Antonio Conservation Society could be key to breathing new life into a major rehab project near downtown.

Mark Tolley, CEO of Austin-based B. Knightly Development, is in negotiations with the San Antonio Conservation Society to obtain a historic facade easement for his latest project: The redevelopment of the former Lone Star Brewery.

Tolley's plan includes bringing to the site a mix of for-sale multifamily units, restaurants, a health club, as well as the reRead More...

Lone Star Brewery's first VIP-only Concert

Administrator — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 05:00:00 +0100

The Lone Star Brewery is having its first VIP-only Concert on November 7, 2008. This is an invite-only concert hosting an evening of urban pop rock with one of Austin’s most popular bands: The John Pointer Trio. John Pointer has won 9 Austin music awards and has appeared in numerous national commercials as a human beatbox. Lone Star Brewery’s first concert will include John’s friends Darrell Phillips on bass (most well known as bassist for Sister 7 and the Dirty Wormz) and Rob Hooper on drRead More...

Free Beer for a Year

Administrator — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 05:00:00 +0100

For the buyers that purchase a home in Phase 1 of The Lone Star Brewery, they'll receive free beer for a year. The free beer will be for up to 32 cases a year. That is slightly over 2 Lone Star beers (24 ounces) for every day of the year.

Facade Easement Tax Deductions

Administrator — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 05:00:00 +0100

For you prospective Buyers, the best way to describe the Deduction and over-all process is as follows;

The Builder will complete the refurbishment of the Historic Façade to as close as possible to its original condition. The project is in a Historic District, and the building will be nominated for Historic Status (which it presently lacks). The Builder will negotiate the Acceptance of a Permanent Façade Easement for the preservation of all historic elements of the exterioRead More...

Best and Worst Bang for the Buck Cities

Administrator — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 05:00:00 +0100

The economic storm sweeping the country has left Americans with few places to hide.

But those looking to hunker down might want to head to Texas, where they can get the best value for their dollar.

That's because Austin and San Antonio lead our list of places where your money goes farthest. Residents of both enjoy affordable housing and promising prospects for job growth in coming years. Houston and Dallas also land in the top 10, at Nos. 4 and 7, respectively.

Lone Star Brewery Rehab is Tapping Into Urban Hip

Administrator — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 05:00:00 +0100

San Antonio Business Journal - by Tricia Lynn Silva

For Mark Tolley, there’s no time like now.

Last month, Tolley’s firm, B. Knightly Development & Construction, purchased the former Lone Star Brewery, which spans 23 acres at Probandt and Lone Star Boulevard, near the King William Historic District.

Tolley’s plan for breathing new life into the site calls for a mix of multifamily units, restaurants, a health club, a 250,000-gallon pool and perRead More...

More Details Now on Lone Star Brewery

Administrator — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 05:00:00 +0100

It was reported Aug. 12 that the former Lone Star Brewery on the city’s South Side had been sold to an Austin company that plans to convert the 23-acre site into a mixed-use development.

Last week, the company released more specific plans.

The site will include 190 residential condos, ranging from lofts to two-story live-work spaces. Prices will start at $129,000. The residences will have concrete floors, and 14-foot ceilings.

The new Lone Star BreweryRead More...

Thirsty for More Lone Star Details?

Administrator — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 05:00:00 +0100

Last week I got to write about my dream come true: being able to live inside the Lone Star Brewery.

The details weren't very clear at that point. But I've found out a little more, and it still sounds like an exciting place to be.

First, check out a rendering of the interior walkway and a logo of the new and improved signage (It's a bit more colorful than the current state of the
brewery).

Plans include 190 condos, ranging from lofts to two-story live-work units. The prRead More...

Lone Star Brewery to Get New Life

Administrator — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 05:00:00 +0100

Creighton A. Welch- Express-News

The Lone Star Brewery, a South Side landmark since 1933, soon will see new life - in the form of a mixed-use development.

Austin-based B. Knightly Development & Construction bought the 22.8-acre site Aug. 1 and plans to turn the brewery, vacant since 1996, into an urban community.

Plans for the site, along the San Antonio River near Roosevelt Park, include multifamily housing, commercial space, a bar, beer garden, microbRead More...