It seems as if it is a little late to takeout sin bad this far in the building process.
Wizarding World - Diagon Alley Discussion - Part 2
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It seems as if it is a little late to takeout sin bad this far in the building process.
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in that last photo, I've been thinking all this time that was the entrance to Knockturn Alley all this timeIt seems like an awful lot of space to go unused for guests. I was hoping for an good sized Knockturn to queue up in for Borgins. with lots of dark wizard themeing.
I too share this sentiment. It seems like a weird waste of space.
Could they potentially use that space for the queue to enter Diagon Alley on the extremely busy days?
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There will not be a conflict once they are finished. Landscaping will fix much if not all of the current view.
Thank you for these amazing pictures. The three of you did a really good job, investment well worth it. So many questions arise once seeing these - lol
The one thing I noticed is what looks like footing for turnstiles at the exit of the one station, I could be wrong though.
The one thing I noticed is what looks like footing for turnstiles at the exit of the one station, I could be wrong though.
They better SERIOUSLY landscae then. You're entering and exiting literally right behind Sindbad. And the theater blocks the view of the station something serious.
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Yeah, I'm nervous too. Construction seems carefully planned to not disrupt current attractions for as long as possible. If it were up to me, I'd take out Sinbad whenever it gave me enough time to clear the lot and landscape it, and throw a new show in the TL theater. Nobody's going to miss Sinbad, and finding only semi-clever ways to hide the building seems to be ignoring the inevitable; eventually it will no longer exist.
I think we can count on it being indoors, especially after these pics :thumbs:
in that last photo, I've been thinking all this time that was the entrance to Knockturn Alley all this time
Here's a quick doodle I just did on top of one of the pictures, showing where things look to be located. Even without that area, I think Diagon Alley will still be a pretty good size and full of awesome stuff.
Un-seen in this picture, on the bottom-right, we also have the stage area and that mysterious corner, which I’m guessing will have a small store or F&B location. Then, in addition to these places, there are probably gonna be a lot of magical facades all over, same as Hogsmeade. This should be amazing looking!
If they re-theme those two sides of the building, demo as much as possible of the corner tower, and then add lots of greenery, I think it should be good.
That definitely looks like it:
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I hope the concept of having Hogsmead and D.A joined by the Hogwarts Express stays in Orlando. I dont want anyone else to have this!!!!!!!! Bwahahaha
There's no room in Hollywood for it anyways
Which is why there are rumblings of USH getting something unique to Hogsmeade...
Thanks for that layout sketch, Felipe. It was very helpful for visualizing the space.
It makes so much sense to have Knockturn Alley indoors. Easier to keep it dark and creepy that way.
It makes so much sense to have Knockturn Alley indoors. Easier to keep it dark and creepy that way.
Thanks Felipe for the outlines, helps a lot. Also, thank you for finding the pic, I didn't have time to go back thru them :smiley:
I must say these pictures have left me somewhat shocked that the area once thought to be knockturn is turning out to be a backstage area. Why didn't anyone know this for a fact and too, WHY is it logical for knockturn to be under cover? It isn't in the books or films.
Now, in hindsight, it makes all the sense in the world for it to be used as backstage area considering the food and trash requirements. But geez.
Now, in hindsight, it makes all the sense in the world for it to be used as backstage area considering the food and trash requirements. But geez.
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Being indoors it could still simulate being outdoors, although it makes sense to be indoors, or more closed in.
BTW, random but somewhat related note:
Diagon Alley > Diagonally (as in the shape)
Knocturn Alley > Nocturnally (as in occurring at night)
I love JK Rowling and her creativity :smiley:
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Imagine if this technology was used for the brick wall into Diagon Alley.
http://youtu.be/6aZbJS6LZbs
http://youtu.be/6aZbJS6LZbs
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