I'm curious to know how the concrete pump will get its concrete loaded and how the pump will extend to 85 storys (if it does). The 6 inch pipe that used to run from the concrete pump on Balmuto Street, along the alley to the red nozzle apparatus has been removed. I assume the pump on Balmuto...

l agree with emphur none of the choices for the Terry Fox mural are very good. The chosen mural doesn’t say anything. It’s just a mashup of photos resulting in nothing more than wall paper. Granted, the deep vertical space is difficult to work with. If you never heard of Terry Fox the chosen...

I’m so looking forward to this. It will be my #2 obsession compared to The One. And once The One is topped out it will be #1 (unless the Ghery project happens)

I’m glad to finally see the removal of the concrete staircase that encroaches on the sidewalk. It reduces pedestrian space by half. I never understood how it got approved. The courtyard was nice but the rest of it... meh.

I wonder if the city can put a little pressure on this woeful mess. Start setting fines for blocking the sidewalk for so long. It’s ridiculous.

Looks like the hoardings along Bloor street are coming down.

Not related to the Terry Fox mural and regardless of the final outcome of the University Ave. make over I hope the Osgoode Hall grounds are finally opened up. It is one of the most beautiful public spaces/buildings we have but, unfortunately it's hidden behind the old heavy barrier fence and...

This is a tough problem. The church’s tower (bell tower?) blocks the fantastic western view of the Don Valley which I assume would be a major selling point. The church, in my opinion, is a bit of a clunker. Just because it’s old doesn’t mean it’s beautiful, something I realize every time I look...

Looks like the platform for another floor is being erected on the south end of the site. Good to see they are still making progress regardless of Saturday's stalled pour.

Thanks for the replies. I gather that the concrete supplier has enough of the required ingredients on hand to meet a rush order provided there were enough trucks available. If, say, the trucks were already loaded when the fire started how long before the concrete sets before it ruins the truck...

How disappointing. Was so looking forward to another big pour. Does anyone know what happens to the mixed cement in a case like this (assuming it was already mixed) . I'm guessing that the order for the cement was placed long ago so, if already mixed, does the cement have to be dumped? If so...

How long before some moron tags these beautiful bridges? I hope I’m wrong.

There is nothing in this "park" that I find appealing. Too bad, and I hate to dump on other people's work but It's way too busy. It seems to have several themes running through it. The park looks cold and confused. It looks like the aesthetics have been shoehorned to try and fit the concept...

I really don't get the addition of the boulders. They must add a lot of weight to the underground parking roof?? To me they just look like additional barriers and aren't particularly attractive. They're a great place to lose your keys or phone, or anything else small enough that can fall between...

I hope the color of these beautiful bridges doesn't suffer the same fate as the CityPlace Puente de Luz Bridge (ie, fading color).

You hit the nail on the head Northern Light. You explained my sentiments better than I did. By "lazy" I mean the proposal isn't tailored to the site. It's like a step and repeat of the design used in a small cramped downtown site. Podium, set back, tower, etc., etc. This Smart Centre site has...

I don't like it. I'd rather see mid rise development and "real" neighborhoods developed. I agree with you Irishmonk. This is a lazy proposal especially considering the huge amount of developable land on this site. No reason not to build mid rise here.

Looks great and adds some much needed warmth. Can't wait to see the south end of the row of heritage buildings completed.

I managed to squeeze out one photo last Saturday before my battery died. Looks like they were using pumps and buckets to pour. Kinda makes a nice title... "Pumps and Buckets".

That north elevation is such a letdown. It bugs me everytime I notice it. Too bad.