editor Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 I've been thinking about how Houston decorates for the holiday. Many buildings go all out with huge light displays like Foley's, or that development over by the Galleria that's always lit up light a winter wonderland. Sometimes even skyscrapers get into the act. Some years the Williams Tower has a Christmas tree lit on on its sides. I remember at least one year the (now) Fullbright Tower downtown had one made of red and green lights on the southern face. It was pretty cool.So, what I'm looking for is a list of the best and worst holiday displays. And by worst I mean real Grinches. Buildings that are high profile or have high profile tenants who don't decorate for the holiday or do a really crappy job at it.Over the next few weeks keep your eyes open and tell me the best and worst buildings. We'll compile a list and put out a press release for the holidays. Who knows? Maybe we might be able to shame some of these buildings into the spirit of the season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CE_ugh Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 The River Oaks SC display is so nice they leave it up all year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeebus Posted November 16, 2005 Share Posted November 16, 2005 Oak Forest usually has good "block" participation, where whole blocks are covered in christmas lights. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montrose1100 Posted November 17, 2005 Share Posted November 17, 2005 Good Idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmainguy Posted November 17, 2005 Share Posted November 17, 2005 Woodland Heights has a great walking tour. City Hall always looks classic with it's red and green uplighting. Oh! And our house! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbigtex56 Posted November 17, 2005 Share Posted November 17, 2005 I noticed that Highland Village was putting up their big red bows on top of buildings today. The effect is both traditional and chic, cheerful and appropriate to the buildings. Tasteful and original! One of my favorites. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WesternGulf Posted November 17, 2005 Share Posted November 17, 2005 I can't think of a grinch, but that garage off of Main Street Square does not look good at any time of the year. I believe it is One City Center. The huge grey wall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarthaG Posted November 17, 2005 Share Posted November 17, 2005 (edited) Four Oaks Place on Post Oak... the candles surrounded by poiensettas all done in lights is wonderful. I'm lucky to have this right outside my office window. Edited November 17, 2005 by MarthaG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
editor Posted November 17, 2005 Author Share Posted November 17, 2005 This is a great start, keep it coming.Now we need to put together a list of the best, and a list of the worst. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedScare Posted November 17, 2005 Share Posted November 17, 2005 River Oaks Shopping Center on W. Gray always wraps their palm trees in lights. It looks elegantly festive. On the other hand, my brother's neighborhood in The Woodlands (near McCullough) outlines their properties with green "rope lights" every year. It keeps growing. The neighborhood has won best decoration for the last several years, even though it is a gaudy display. They call it their "Griswald Family Christmas" display. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeebus Posted November 17, 2005 Share Posted November 17, 2005 Editor - use your first post to make the list. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
editor Posted November 19, 2005 Author Share Posted November 19, 2005 I'd rather people post their lists. It seems to be a better way to get the creative juices flowing. It reminds people of buildings they hadn't thought of before.How about you start, Jeebus? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Montrose1100 Posted November 19, 2005 Share Posted November 19, 2005 (edited) That one 50s Building (Can't think of the name...)Surrounded by McKinney, Milam, Travis, and Walker. They have green & red lights on the roof. The Woodlands Mall has there Christmas Decorations out.That shopping center on Westheimer (the nice one, east of those tracks). Edited November 19, 2005 by Montrose1100 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
houstonfella Posted November 19, 2005 Share Posted November 19, 2005 Pennzoil Towers - never light up! Grinch!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rps324 Posted November 19, 2005 Share Posted November 19, 2005 (edited) I'm afraid I have lost my appreciation for most of these decorations, so I guess I am Grinch number 1! A few years back I helped a friend that owns the company that does them. I supervised the distribution of the decorations and after working the mad 16 hour days trying to get all that stuff out basically at once, I never wanted to see it EVER again! They have so many of the big accounts and of course everyone wants it installed around the same time. (Highland, River Oaks, Meyerland, Champions Village, Woodlands, Deerbrook, etc) I really don't know how they do it and stay sane. Now knowing more of what is involved in making it happen, I just can't look at them the same!! Edited November 19, 2005 by rps324 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJones Posted November 19, 2005 Share Posted November 19, 2005 Can anyone tell me the neighborhood NW part of Houston that really get into the decorating, I may be confusing it with a neighborhood just north of 610 and TC Jester. Can someone help me? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmainguy Posted November 19, 2005 Share Posted November 19, 2005 (edited) Can anyone tell me the neighborhood NW part of Houston that really get into the decorating, I may be confusing it with a neighborhood just north of 610 and TC Jester. Can someone help me? Shepherd Park Plaza always out does itself. It is between Ella and Sheperd north of 43rd and south of Pinemont. Edited November 19, 2005 by nmainguy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJones Posted November 19, 2005 Share Posted November 19, 2005 Shepherd Park Plaza always out does itself. It is between Ella and Sheperd north of 43rd and south of Pinemont. That sounds familiar nmain, thank you ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rps324 Posted November 20, 2005 Share Posted November 20, 2005 Prestonwood Forest out near HP/Willowbrook does a big blow out every year as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YakuzaIce Posted November 20, 2005 Share Posted November 20, 2005 OK, sorry this isn't houston but it is very cool.Christmas light show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedScare Posted November 20, 2005 Share Posted November 20, 2005 Wouldn't you love to live across the street from him about the 30th time they play that song! Pretty damn cool, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bachanon Posted November 20, 2005 Share Posted November 20, 2005 i will NOT decorate. i WILL not decorate. I will not decorate. i will not DECORATE! christmas cheer shmeer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeebus Posted November 20, 2005 Share Posted November 20, 2005 OK, sorry this isn't houston but it is very cool.Christmas light show.Yes, Yes.. I could see many a teenager sitting out front stoned out of their mind thinking: "Whoah dude.. I like, really like Christmas - ya know?" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumapayam Posted November 21, 2005 Share Posted November 21, 2005 Do you think they have music playing outside when this is happening? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
santaclauscar Posted November 30, 2005 Share Posted November 30, 2005 There is a house just off of Memorial outside the Loop on Holly Rhode Ln. Its the fourth right heading out past 610. Its a dead end and I am betting he is really irritating ALL of his neighbors.Plus the neighborhoods off of Yellowstone and Scott St are really great. Not boring like Oak Forest. White Lights, I get it. over and over and Yawn. Add some color Oak Forest.And the very best is in Pasadena at the corner of Sycamore and Lilac just off the Beltway. It is truly truly awesome and has a huge miniature holiday themed train exhibit. Tell em the art cars sent ya.Rev BryanI've been thinking about how Houston decorates for the holiday. Many buildings go all out with huge light displays like Foley's, or that development over by the Galleria that's always lit up light a winter wonderland. Sometimes even skyscrapers get into the act. Some years the Williams Tower has a Christmas tree lit on on its sides. I remember at least one year the (now) Fullbright Tower downtown had one made of red and green lights on the southern face. It was pretty cool.So, what I'm looking for is a list of the best and worst holiday displays. And by worst I mean real Grinches. Buildings that are high profile or have high profile tenants who don't decorate for the holiday or do a really crappy job at it.Over the next few weeks keep your eyes open and tell me the best and worst buildings. We'll compile a list and put out a press release for the holidays. Who knows? Maybe we might be able to shame some of these buildings into the spirit of the season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted November 30, 2005 Share Posted November 30, 2005 Welcome to the forum Santaclaus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevfiv Posted December 1, 2005 Share Posted December 1, 2005 hi santaclauscar! i am a fan! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
santaclauscar Posted December 2, 2005 Share Posted December 2, 2005 Shepherd Park Plaza?!!! You have got to be kidding? BOR-ING!! Block after block after block of white lights. I get it, Its meant to look elegant but everything looks the same. Again....BOR-ING. For some true diversity go check out the streets just off of Yellowstone and Scott St. WOW!!! Shepherd Park Plaza always out does itself. It is between Ella and Sheperd north of 43rd and south of Pinemont. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
west20th Posted December 2, 2005 Share Posted December 2, 2005 Check out the old victorian on the NE corner of 11th and Heights Blvd. Gorgeous! Santa Claus aint gonna miss that house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted December 2, 2005 Share Posted December 2, 2005 I have to agree with Santa that white lights are boring. I much prefer color light displays, but they don't seem to be that popular new. I wonder why that is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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