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« Reply #350 on: December 04, 2009, 08:03:43 am » |
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I don't mean to sound like a creep Patron Vectras, but your little sidebar says you're an architecture student - just out of curiosity, where do you go to school?
Boston Architectural College! I live in the Back Bay, currently EDIT( to connect this to the current state of the thread, the Boston Back Bay was filled in to create land in the late 1800's. Its northern streets are lined with victorian brownstones of great worth. -I live in the last basement apartment available in the whole southern part of the neighborhood with 2 other guys. We figure proximity to school would decrease transport fares, making the extra we pay each month worth every penny. Farther to the south are the famous skyscrapers of Boston and the amazing Boston Public Library! ) I'll see your creepiness and raise you stalking: where might your "The frozen north" be? ;] So ... what are your thoughts on 111 Huntington? |
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« Reply #351 on: December 04, 2009, 11:14:39 am » |
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If you are looking for a professional opinion you will be disappointed. I just started there. New to the City, I am.
R2D2 is fine. Nothing special. Glass and steel. blah.
If the design is looked at from certain design perspectives it can be seen as an effective functional structure.
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« Reply #352 on: December 04, 2009, 01:18:25 pm » |
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It would most certainly require a decent arboretum; I dont think I could manage somewhere without trees  Or perhaps I could set up my estate on the edge of the city; look one way and its rolling countryside, look the other and its (if you'll forgive the use) all very "Diagonalley"  I agree with you, but there's a big chance of finding your arboretum chopped up in firecase fitting chuncks one day. |
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« Reply #353 on: December 08, 2009, 02:42:41 pm » |
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I wish such a city could really exist... The Victorian London, the Crystal Palace, embellished by many gears, and brass reflections... Gentleman with black cloaks, walking sticks and top hats, ladies in bustle gowns... all mixed in a whimsical, dreamlike atmosphere... The future and the past joined in a same place. It would be quite exciting! ^^
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« Reply #354 on: December 08, 2009, 04:49:26 pm » |
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As long as they made an anachronistic exception for internet connections.. I'd heavily consider it. :-P I'd miss my pocket-brain though. I'm lost without a smartphone or pda to keep track of everything for me.
I'd have to agree - mind you, I think "steampunk" relies so heavily on the internet, that it could be considered something that would not only be allowed, but should be provided for free via wireless. After all, this community wold not exist if it were not for brassgoggles... And smart phones can be steampunk'd...far smarter in engraved brass. |
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« Reply #355 on: December 09, 2009, 06:51:30 pm » |
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Indeed, the internet could function as a local public information system. We could have a website, perhaps similar to facebook, which would provide local news, city information, and function as an instantly accessable link between any resident (though I imagine it would be a bit more private, hardly polite to have every interpersonal communication out in public view). Hmmm.... whats the rent like? Can i openly carry firearms? What are the laws regarding public drunkeness?? All of these things would i have to consider. But probably yes.  On the question posted here by a few regarding firearms, I know for some it may be a touchy issue, but I feel it is an issue we can deal with. I would suggest those interested acquiring a local permit approved by the city council/administration/whatever. Nothing elaborate or invasive, simply a card stating that you are recognized to be a civil and comptent individual in good standing with the community and are trusted with the responsibilities that come with owning a weapon. Naturally the individual would have to demonstrate these qualities to be approved. Of course I assume you are speaking in regards to period or semi-period pieces, not walking around in a top hat and tails with a Glock hanging off your belt. |
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« Reply #356 on: December 10, 2009, 02:47:42 pm » |
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I should mention to all and sundry that although the ultimate result is not a full-time residential community, this thread IS responsible for bringing Isabella Stormrift and myself together to open the Compass Rose Tea Room, a Victorian/Steampunk tea shop which will be opening in Portland, Oregon, in the second quarter of 2010. Thank you, everyone!
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« Reply #357 on: December 10, 2009, 04:19:52 pm » |
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Bravo, sir! I'm sure we'll all visit as soon as we can.
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« Reply #358 on: December 12, 2009, 08:34:59 pm » |
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Wrong side of the pond. I'll ready the airship at once! |
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« Reply #359 on: December 17, 2009, 08:21:31 pm » |
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um....wow, I disapear for one month and I miss so much.
You've acually decided to go through with it? Good for you mate!
Make sure you make a bid deal about it all over the net, that way you become a major destination.
I eagerly await news of this.
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I believe that Steampunk is more than just brass and watchparts. It's finding a way to combine the past and the future in an aesthetic pleasing way. It's living a life that looks old-fashioned, yet speaks to the future.
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« Reply #360 on: December 17, 2009, 09:00:55 pm » |
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I'd be in the casino surveillence business if I moved there. If this is a tourist trap then I'm sure there will be some type of entertainment venue and they'll need security.
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« Reply #361 on: December 22, 2009, 09:56:10 pm » |
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What? You're opening a tea shop? Next time I'm around that area (meaning 'in the US'), I'll see if I can nip down and have a look.
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« Reply #362 on: December 23, 2009, 02:26:41 am » |
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I'm quite excited to be relocating to get this thing going. I'm so glad this thread got us together with just enough determination to make SOMETHING happen!
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« Reply #363 on: December 25, 2009, 08:35:56 pm » |
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awesome, just awesome.
hey, could you post some...before photos? I'm just curious what the building looks like, both outside and in.
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« Reply #364 on: December 25, 2009, 09:52:34 pm » |
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Is there anyone interested in the UK? The British Steampunk Settlement thread is devoid of any posters besides me...
I'm starting to think gerrymandering a small village is best.
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« Reply #365 on: December 29, 2009, 01:15:56 am » |
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awesome, just awesome.
hey, could you post some...before photos? I'm just curious what the building looks like, both outside and in.
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« Reply #366 on: December 29, 2009, 01:36:20 am » |
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I would not, sorry. gotta have my interwebz
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« Reply #367 on: December 29, 2009, 01:42:38 am » |
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I would not, sorry. gotta have my interwebz
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« Reply #368 on: December 29, 2009, 02:09:32 am » |
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i´d go there right NOW!
i´d be one og the street-musicians xDD maybe homeles but i don´t care xD steamy steamy steam~
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« Reply #369 on: December 31, 2009, 04:54:44 am » |
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I would move there within a year, being realistic here.
I do not care for the internet. If everyone sharing my interest is gathered in one city, why need internet?
I would probably attempt selling bone craftings. If that's too luxury for the fragile economy to support, I'll apply for a job at the bakery or somethin'. I guess there's no bakery yet. I'll start the bakery then.
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« Reply #370 on: December 31, 2009, 01:06:47 pm » |
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I wish to apply for the post of pilot. I've only flown twice - in a glider - but everyones got to start somewhere...
I'll also take on the post of architect, if it's available, as well as airship designer....
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« Reply #371 on: February 01, 2010, 06:47:22 am » |
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I wish to apply for the post of pilot. I've only flown twice - in a glider - but everyones got to start somewhere...
I'll also take on the post of architect, if it's available, as well as airship designer....
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« Reply #372 on: February 01, 2010, 05:31:57 pm » |
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Oh, and Mayor, if that post is available...
If you're in the US, you might be interested in Maine. I hear it has cheap property and low taxes, as well as a small government. Perfect.
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« Reply #373 on: February 01, 2010, 06:13:40 pm » |
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I would have to say no, not through desire but through sheer practicality. I go where the work is and I need security right now. I'm quite happy creating my little slice of steampunk where ever I find myself. That said if someone wants to create an online steampunk selfbuild MMORPG. Then yeah.
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« Reply #374 on: February 01, 2010, 08:14:01 pm » |
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Oh, and Mayor, if that post is available...
If you're in the US, you might be interested in Maine. I hear it has cheap property and low taxes, as well as a small government. Perfect.
I second that, although as a disclaimer I must reveal that I already live in Maine.  Actually he's correct, such a project would do very well here; Maine is known historically as the place one goes to start colonies - Shakers, Quakers, Amish, expatriot hippies, Yankees, Franco-canucks, Acadians, Finns, Somalis, etc. - and Portland is rated one of the most amenable, picturesque, foodie, and artistic cities in the US. |
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