Ovation Boardwalk Residences offer panoramic views of the Cincinnati Revierfront
STANDING OVATION A new luxury development spearheaded by Corporex rises from the riverbank in Northern Kentucky
“Ovation development’s sophisticated private residences offer rare river and skyline views within a walkable luxury community.” The southern side of the Ohio River is undergoing another major transformation thanks to the Corporex development group under the leadership of Covington native Bill Butler. Known as ‘Ovation,’ this three-phase, mixed-use development situated on the banks of the Ohio River, adjacent to the Licking River, and a few yards from the Taylor-Southgate Bridge, is now coming to fruition. Mr. Butler grew up a few blocks from the development and has long yearned to continue upgrading Northern Kentucky’s waterfront. With a strong background in hospitality development, this newest venue centers around a high-end, luxury lifestyle, with a notable influence on arts and culture. The 25-acre plot has been eyed by Corporex for over a decade. New easier traffic patterns, including the addition of roundabouts and special traffic lanes, have made the development 24 slmag.net
more easily accessible. Other infrastructure also ensures that the significant project will be capable of supporting the expected influx of people related to both housing and entertainment. The Ovation PromoWest Pavilion concert venue, completed last year, has already hosted several shows and has a packed schedule for the remainder of 2022. While this part of the project is considered the first development phase, the waterfront portion is still under active construction. With three tower cranes actively in the air, it’s clear how it will enhance the riverfront skyline. Corporex has added a massive retaining area up to the levee embankment so that parking will be underground, and each building’s main floor and walk-outs have unobstructed city views. As a result, the panoramic views are fully maximized up and down the Ohio River and onto the Cincinnati Skyline. Presently under construction are two five-story Residences. The first floors of these buildings will host retail and entertainment, with the private upper floors housing the Boardwalk Residences at Ovation.
