I just wanted to add a little semi-objective info to be considered for this discussion.
Fort Wilderness is larger in acreage than all of the other MK resorts combined. You could fit the Poly, GF, Contemporary, Bay Lake and both sections of Wilderness Lodge in side and have room to spare. You don't need to trust me here, pull up google maps and look. It is also between 2 and 3 times the size of MK. To say a new resort that borders approximately 15% of the total area is going to have such a massive impact that it will forever ruin fort wilderness is crazy. Yes it may effect sight lines from some areas and perhaps you will be able to see, or even access the new resort from pioneer hall. Many may view shared amenities as a good thing. It would also mean the dining facilities of the new resort would be easily available to FW.
The new resort is said to have its own boat dock, which means despite what others might think the beach at FW probably won't be sacrificed. Maybe the view will change maybe not, we will see.
To believe that Disney will allow the a new resort to encroach on the existing so much is to ignore 50 years of precedent. It is the same thinking that is used to justify the panning of the skyliners because the towers "will ruin the existing view." It just isn't true. No other company goest ot such great pains to preserve immersion.
The new resort is clearly at least inspired by prairie school architecture . No, that isn't like the existing resorts in the area (FW and WLV) but that is a good thing. The design is stylistically different than anything else on property. I happen to like prairie school architecture. It is is nature inspired despite what many on this thread might believe. The lines compliment and "reflect" those in the existing landscape. Clearly those that named the resort understand this concept. Until you see the architecture and the landscape together in a panoramic view it is hard to understand this. In any case, those who don't care for it can continue to patronize one of the many other options.
Based on the number of rooms and concept art, Jambo house is probably a fair comparison for the new resort scale (not including the bungalows) Approx 900+ rooms. Jambo plus 1/2 of Kidani is not accurate.
The idea that Disney does not care or does not have interest in providing unique or one of a kind experiences is also not supported by any facts. The variety of experiences, attractions, and accommodations offered at WDW is unrivaled anywhere in the world. This year alone they began construction on a brand new, free for everyone, transportation system. They also announced a new class of resort with a fully immersive experience. As things are added, it is true other option might be effected, but that is progress.
Just my two cents. I come to this thread to get the latest news about this resort. I admit that the impact the resort will have on existing places is relevant. The continuous barrage of attacks on Disney for electing to build new facilities for its guest seems both irrelevant and unnecessary.
