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Sooo close! (I get why the "In God We Trust" is on there, but UGH)

That's ... not even a contest.* *unless we are factoring in cost to build in which case #1 probably doesn't stand a chance. :(

Some more info on the site. https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/potato-shed-memorial

One of the few times I prefer new to historically accurate. Green corrugated tin has never really been a favorite of mine.

I know this is probably a stupid question, but does CLT lose any structural integrity if it gets wet? If a water main breaks on the top floor or the roof develops a leak and the timbers get wet will they de-laminate like particle board does? I mean the obvious answer is, "No, of course not" but...

Man, working from home is tough. You are just about to send in your work right at deadline and the kid wanders in with a fist full of crayons...

So The WHO is an alright band, I guess, but have you heard The HU?

Holy shit, it's really happening. I mean, it's still a half-assed 'solution', but it's probably the biggest change we'll ever witness to the site in our lifetimes.

I was looking for an appropriate transit thread to post this in but failing that, here it goes.

Does anyone know if the building is landmarked or qualifies for landmarking?

You know how much them CR-V drivers love their off-roadin'!

I, too, hate when people come into an architecture forum and try to discuss ... architecture.

Maybe the were manufactured at the Gallifrey factory.

I agree, biut the good news it that it all very easily reversible. It's not like they are ripping out old growth timbers or smashing hand carved masonry. So hopefully someday a future owner will come to their senses and put it back to way it is today.

That's actually a good question. At some point they will have enough new trains in service to start permanently retiring old sets. I wonder if the T has any kind preliminary timeline for that.

Thanks stellar! I can't imagine how much they could even be allowed to do to the McKim building beyond restoration work. That must be one of the most protected post-colonial buildings in Boston.

I can't find anymore information on this. Anyone know what it is about? https://www.facebook.com/126974090742/posts/10157616236870743/

Maybe they should do something about the placement/design of the assistance button while they are making changes? https://www.universalhub.com/2020/new-orange-line-cars-make-it-super-easy-summon