The engaging pattern of spandrels and white cladding will probably age a lot better than the towers clad only in grey glass without an interesting pattern or other strong design elements. When it comes to how a building ages, bold design elements which were successfully executed upon completion tend to evoke lasting admiration. This tower is better than other towers at CityPlace for its interesting north facade. (The Concord towers uniformly have bland north facades of grey glass as if no one would see that side.) Thus, it's more likely to positively stand out in its local context over time. Also, the lack of balconies will probably help it maintain its contemporary sleekness. Exposed balconies can mean dirty concrete slabs in time and messiness when residents use them as a storage space. Balconies will be maintained to different aesthetic standards at different buildings, but not having exposed slab balconies or minimizing them increases the likelihood of graceful aging.
