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trueviking · #1 Posted **Feb 26, 2019, 5:03 PM**

height and density are not necessarily the same thing. This site will be very dense.

oftheMoon · #2 Posted **Feb 26, 2019, 5:47 PM**

Love the look of the density of the properties but the roads running through there make me sick

Biff · #3 Posted **Feb 26, 2019, 6:12 PM**

After just returning from Zurich, Milan, Venice and Rome I can say that I love the idea of the density and little squares being proposed. Seeing cities like those sure change your view on the importance of skyscrapers. Absolutely amazing cities to walk around in, shop, eat etc. Don't get me wrong, I still love tall buildings and wish for more in downtown but the vibe and pedestrian feel of densely packed neighbourhoods really can't be beat.

trueviking · #4 Posted **Feb 26, 2019, 8:15 PM**

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Originally Posted by Biff

After just returning from Zurich, Milan, Venice and Rome I can say that I love the idea of the density and little squares being proposed. Seeing cities like those sure change your view on the importance of skyscrapers. Absolutely amazing cities to walk around in, shop, eat etc. Don't get me wrong, I still love tall buildings and wish for more in downtown but the vibe and pedestrian feel of densely packed neighbourhoods really can't be beat.

With some exceptions, there is generally an inverse relationship between the height of buildings and the vibrancy of a neighbourhood.

esquire · #5 Posted **Feb 26, 2019, 6:19 PM**

^ Hard to argue with that. Even small towns in Europe can throb with vibrant street life because of density and the way they practically encourage people to be out and about. Something sorely missing from here.

BTW welcome back, was that trip in lieu of Africa or in addition to it?

Biff · #6 Posted **Feb 26, 2019, 6:34 PM**

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Originally Posted by esquire

^ Hard to argue with that. Even small towns in Europe can throb with vibrant street life because of density and the way they practically encourage people to be out and about. Something sorely missing from here.

BTW welcome back, was that trip in lieu of Africa or in addition to it?

We scrapped Africa last minute and changed course to Italy. We weren't disappointed. The kids loved it.

Tacheguy · #7 Posted **Feb 26, 2019, 10:01 PM**

The summer won’t be the same without a beer patio open at the Forks. I sure hope Jordan has something up his sleeve. Calling buzzg lol!

trueviking · #8 Posted **Feb 26, 2019, 10:26 PM**

^ yup.

buzzg · #9 Posted **Mar 4, 2019, 2:42 PM**

The Forks is in close talks with the LGCA to do something in the plaza area that would be truly spectacular, and absolutely unheard of in Manitoba – possibly even Canada. You may be able to connect the dots there... I can't say it yet.

DancingDuck · #10 Posted **Mar 4, 2019, 3:18 PM**

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Originally Posted by buzzg

The Forks is in close talks with the LGCA to do something in the plaza area that would be truly spectacular, and absolutely unheard of in Manitoba – possibly even Canada. You may be able to connect the dots there... I can't say it yet.

If you're suggesting that they're looking to make it so people can take their alcoholic beverages from the Commons outside, that would be wild

oftheMoon · #11 Posted **Mar 4, 2019, 8:13 PM**

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If you're suggesting that they're looking to make it so people can take their alcoholic beverages from the Commons outside, that would be wild

I have heard rumblings that is the case. Basically an expanded licence for a chunk of the outdoor space.

buzzg · #12 Posted **Mar 5, 2019, 6:13 PM**

"Chunk" is an understatement

Biff · #13 Posted **Mar 5, 2019, 6:18 PM**

......are you calling me fat?

buzzg · #14 Posted **Mar 10, 2019, 4:28 PM**

So... I have heard parcel 4 has been bought by a single "developer." Somewhat related to the rumours that have been on here, but not quite. That's all I can say for now, I'm sure the city will have to announce it soon.

bomberjet · #15 Posted **Mar 11, 2019, 5:18 PM**

The Forks is a developer, no?

Tacheguy · #16 Posted **Mar 12, 2019, 2:11 AM**

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The Forks is a developer, no?

Leased, right?
Edit. Forgot parcel 4 is owned by the city and can be sold. I think railside land can only be leased.

Tacheguy · #17 Posted **Mar 19, 2019, 9:42 PM**

Some kind of food operation looks close to opening across from Fergie’s. no signage up but a few Asian people working away there this morning.

GarryEllice · #18 Posted **Mar 20, 2019, 12:27 AM**

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Originally Posted by Tacheguy

Some kind of food operation looks close to opening across from Fergie’s. no signage up but a few Asian people working away there this morning.

You're talking about the space towards the exit to the rear parking lot? Isn't that just a dishwashing station?

Tacheguy · #19 Posted **Mar 20, 2019, 12:46 AM**

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You're talking about the space towards the exit to the rear parking lot? Isn't that just a dishwashing station?

You could be right. Never noticed it before!

bomberjet · #20 Posted **Mar 19, 2019, 9:50 PM**

The Common area is bumpin all the time. Will be nice to spread the love to the other 2 atrium areas.