Harvard SEC (Science & Engineering Complex) | Western Ave | Allston

That 'lace' detail will be heaven for roosting birds, and hell for the maintainers...
 
So far I'm a fan. I like that they have little holes if you look close. Small-scale details like classical buildings. I think the building does look a little too white for Boston (should be more gray or beige or red) but I'll reassess when it's done. Interior should be spectacular.
 
Am I missing something in thinking that NU's ISEC buildings (current and planned) are far more adventurous than Harvard's SEC?

I would think that it would be the reverse, Harvard would stretch it's legs a bit and NU would go safe, boring and cheap.
 
Czervik.Construction said:
Am I missing something in thinking that NU's ISEC buildings (current and planned) are far more adventurous than Harvard's SEC?

I would think that it would be the reverse, Harvard would stretch it's legs a bit and NU would go safe, boring and cheap.
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You beat me to the punch, Czervik!

I was just about to post:

"NU ISEC - 1 - Harvard SEC 0"

More broadly, what Northeastern has been doing architecturally and urban planning-wise is transforming Huntington Ave and the Ruggles area. Harvard is building Waltham in Allston. In this respect, Harvard could take some lessons from NU.
 
The gossamer lace building.

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Finally able to get an idea of what this will look like. Gonna be pretty different and interesting imo.
 
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This hints there is a beveled, reflective face to the lattice screening, and on the south, east, and west facades, it will sparkle in sunlight, when the sun is at a certain azimuth and altitude.
 
They've done a great job in replicating all the warmth and character of the existing Science Center in Cambridge....
 
That certainly is a look! It's bold, or something.
 
It is unique, once its all together and landscaped I think its gonna be pretty cool.
 
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