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Awesome, I'm a huge J.G. Ballard fan. High Rise is a great book...I had no idea there was a movie.

This is a more than a little concerning: "State officials are literally afraid to collect taxes from Amazon." https://twitter.com/matthewstoller/status/918882897737732096

Re: Boston Globe Site Redevelopment | Dorchester Here's some snippets from the Columbia Point Master Plan showing development patterns and heights on the Globe parcel. http://bslanow.org/wp-content/uploads/Columbia-Point-Master-Plan-Final-June-2011.pdf

These generator exhaust pipes get incredibly hot - like glowing red hot sometimes. Besides the clearance around the exhaust pipe, it also sounds like it may not have been insulated properly, which could be a specification error. These things need serious insulation.

Exactly. A number of columns and beams were burned enough that they needed to be replaced, however the building was never in danger of collapse from my knowledge.

Let's not overreact. Building size is already limited per building codes based on their risk and hazard level. Above a certain threshold fire walls are required, and apartment units are always separated by fire-rated assemblies. No, light wood frame construction is not the most fire-resistant...

There's a significant 6-alarm fire at the new Treadmark building under construction at Ashmont. According to Boston Fire's twitter feed the AHU's on the roof are in danger of collapsing through. https://twitter.com/DPesqueraWBZ/status/880142019129167872

This is a false narrative being pushed by various media. The rainscreen and insulation system was installed to improve the energy performance of the building.

Getting back to actual new retail, Mayhew Wine Shop opened up on Melcher Street last week. It's a great addition to what was a pretty desolate street front. From my one visit, they seem to have a nicely curated selection of both wine and craft beer.

Yes, it was a metaphor more than an analogy. JumboBuc described it pretty well.

Suit yourself. Like in construction, going with the lowest bidder has it's pros and cons. You'll see savings up front, but it can bite you in the ass down the road.

Unexpected news, but not that surprising really if you understand Amazon's anti-competitive business strategies. Support your local establishments, folks!

Re: Site in Hub top choice for a soccer stadium So disappointing seeing the renderings now.

Looking past United, the larger issue is how the federal government has allowed the consolidation and deregulation of airlines. The airlines don't care how they treat their customers when customers don't have a choice of airline to fly. Republican and Democratic administrations are both...

All that space and no protected bike lane is shameful.

Middle-aged, freelance repairman by night, specializing in plumbing and HVAC systems. I was originally employed by Central Services, but I couldn't stand all the paperwork. My departure and subsequent entrepreneurial ventures have been somewhat controversial, to say the least.

Coppermith's space is fantastic, but everything else about it sucks. So, there's nothing I'd love more than to have it become a brewery. I don't think it's the place, though. For one, I wouldn't consider it in Fort Point. It's right on the edge, but not quite. Secondly, Trillium has said...

Trillium has just announced that they plan to open a new, larger brewery/tap room/retail location in Fort Point. The original announcement only gives hints, but this article talks about a full restaurant and outdoor seating area (and roof deck?), which would be amazing...

Re: Offical City Hall Plaza Proposals I'm disappointed they're not ice-fishing huts and we're not getting a man-made pond stocked with fish.

There's a barge setting up shop on the channel, right in front of 27 Melcher. Anyone know what it's for?