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    ontario
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    design, travelling, la culture
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    architecte paysagiste

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    http://blogs.montrealgazette.com/2012/06/07/sneak-peek-montreals-new-metro-cars-open-concept-wider-doors-but-no-air-conditioning/
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    Southam Lofts

    VILLEMARIE a répondu à un sujet de _FKS_ dans Complétés

    why did they paint the stone?
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    Looks great! Maybe this hot new building will shame the Aecom office building into doing something with that awful blank wall. And thanks to all who posted updated pics...I haven't been there in a while and it's interesting to see the progress.
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    Thanks for the pics! I was wondering how things were progressing. Do you know if they're still on track for the completion date?
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    http://www.montrealgazette.com/news/montreal/Redesign+strips+Place+Armes+soul/5780266/story.html What do you think? Good points, or picking at the details?
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    jesseps: hehe concrete jungle...good one. Had to comment, it made me smile. Davidbourque: The same reasoning you used about the many varieties of trees would be the one I would use for the tree stability. A tree that has a mature height of less than 7 m has a very slight chance of blowing over, no matter how windy it is since it's not top heavy. Also I think in the article it described how the architect designed the building to protect each section of plant material. I think it's a great idea, although not sure like the others how aesthetic it would be in real life. There may be a lot of maintenance involved as well with branches and leaves falling and different diseases, etc, but it's definitely worth the effort. In most cases any kind of green space will soften the impact of a building and make it more welcoming. It will be interesting to see this effect vertically!
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    I'm sure Montreal has its own share of problems, and Montreal natives would have firsthand experiences with perhaps the less attractive attributes of the city but those visiting have an altogether different viewpoint. I would have to say I'm not surprised that Montreal is gaining attention and acclaim world-wide. There is something so uniquely compelling about this city that I cannot define or pinpoint. Other cities have history, they have a heritage, they have prestige, but for some reason Montreal blends all of these with a fierce and proud patriotism that can only cause admiration from onlookers. Maybe those born in this environment don't realize what a treasure they possess, but I can speak with these Texans and agree wholeheartedly that being in Montreal is like being in a relationship...the more you get to know her, the more you love her.
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    Keep us updated after the show. This looks great!
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    Southam Lofts

    VILLEMARIE a répondu à un sujet de _FKS_ dans Complétés

    Beautiful exterior! Not so sure about the interior...but hey, it's not the part I'll be seeing everyday
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    Bell : actualités

    VILLEMARIE a répondu à un sujet de Philippe dans L'actualité

    ... No disrespect to your 'office job', but finance is the bones and gristle of every company. Necessary for functionality, the core of growth etc. etc. Just in case you misinterpreted, VERY IMPORTANT. But soulless; finance doesn't need any kind of stimuli, and kind of creative outlet, any kind of inspiring location to function. Take São Paulo for instance. A financial centre? Absolutely. Nationally critical? Definitely. Heart and soul of Brazil? Way off.
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    Cyrus: I agree it's hyped up - people need jobs after all But your reasoning gives license to indifferently squander whatever resources are available because someone someday will find a solution to the mess that's made. Sorry, I can't disagree more.
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    The trouble is that people in North America have great ideals about going green, but none of us have ever ACTUALLY been deprived of necessities, especially in relation to other countries. In theory it's great, in reality very few of us would sacrifice what we would need to to ensure the survival of our planet. It's the same old: out of sight out of mind.
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    I think I'd be frustrated if the guy in front of me was using his "signalguru" and driving 20 clicks in a 60 zone so he could miss the next red light. And then smugly pulling up beside me as the light I was waiting at turned green. "Good for you, buddy, you missed the red light!!!". Too bad that's all the people behind you could see as they puttered after you.
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    "Plus the new A-30 along Delson-Candiac is also only 4 lanes, why not more? " There are more lanes specially dedicated for Mafia use only.
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    MartinMtl: Great shots! I'm not an expert, but what camera & lens are you using? The detail you've captured is remarkable.
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