That's a circular argument: it's crap because it's supposed to be crap. Such logic is defeatist and impedes any kind of progress or correction of previous mistakes
Previous mistakes? I wouldn't call the financial core a mistake nor would I call it crap. I like the financial district and the particular brand of vibe and energy it produces. It may not appeal to you, but that's totally subjective. I
like the fact that it's expanding. The fact that the area will also have residential is a bonus.
Additionally, your statement that it's solely an extension of the financial core is inaccurate. The area is also an entertainment and tourist centre with many attractions--both existing and planned. As such, it should attempt to be more that a 9 - 5 corporate business zone with hot dog carts providing the only relief from the bland monoculture.
Your statement is a contradiction. On the one hand, you say that the area is nothing but a sterile, bland, 9-5, corporate zone. On the other hand, you say it's full of entertainment and tourist attractions. What is it? Dead and boring "monoculture" or full of tourists, entertainment and whimsy?
Personally, I can't think of another neighbourhood in the entire city that has as diverse a mix of uses. It's got (or will have) offices, residential, hotels, conference facilities, transit, bars, restaurants, patios, a park, an aquarium, two arenas, etc. All it's really missing is high-end retail but that will come with time. What the hell else do you want?
If you think the architecture is bland, that's fine. I agree on that point. But I also think this will be a lively part of the city that will be active round the clock.