Why No One Wants This New York Skyscraper

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@MikeThurston
@MikeThurston Жыл бұрын
I appreciate the effort that goes into making these videos. I’ve been watching since 2018 and the quality keeps improving 🤝
@davidmin3583
@davidmin3583 Жыл бұрын
Ha this feels like some MCU crossover when you realise KZfaqr have other interests than their channels topic
@jch010
@jch010 Жыл бұрын
Guess a Dubai collab soon? Mega Projects and Mega biceps... Freds looking like hes been hittin the gym
@mfbikle
@mfbikle Жыл бұрын
You two should do a collaboration on worlds top gyms!
@karkevicius
@karkevicius Жыл бұрын
Uncle mikes interested in architecture?
@kailashbtw9103
@kailashbtw9103 Жыл бұрын
This was one of the best ones yet, blown away by the quality, detail, and through working knowledge. This is something I could literally see on major networks like CNN.
@BrandonJXN2
@BrandonJXN2 Жыл бұрын
As a skyscraper nerd, I have been a fan of this channel for years. I love how the quality of the content has not only improved but evolved. B1M is truly a treasure.
@StopMediaFakery
@StopMediaFakery Жыл бұрын
It's a great channel, but he let himself down in this video by trying to sell us the most blatant hoax in history, as real. That face he pulled at 9:14 is just embarrassing. Freem&s0n Fred shouldn't have included that.
@Trey4x4
@Trey4x4 Жыл бұрын
Oh ya well I've been a fan for a decade!
@vinny7114
@vinny7114 Жыл бұрын
I couldn't agree more.
@DaveSCameron
@DaveSCameron Жыл бұрын
Nah, it's bollox!
@stijnvdv2
@stijnvdv2 Жыл бұрын
How many skyscrapers does NY need? I mean most of them are half empty, nobody can even live in NY coz of the insane property prices that are kept artificially high for both residents as well as businesses, the city is a cesspool of crime, murder and woke mentally insane people and politics, most of the working class and rich are moving out as a result of it and the city is basically an empty shell of it's former self. It's not anymore the place like Home Alone 2 where you want to spend your vacation as Kevin McCallister.
@Mr-DNA_
@Mr-DNA_ Жыл бұрын
The documentaries on this channel are reaching a level quality I didn't know was possible.
@jeremyl862
@jeremyl862 Жыл бұрын
I KNOW!!!
@snakedoktor6020
@snakedoktor6020 Жыл бұрын
...level of quality...
@ringonhomes
@ringonhomes Жыл бұрын
Concur!
@snakedoktor6020
@snakedoktor6020 Жыл бұрын
@@bloquesuperlativo8968 next time how about try not saying.
@Mr-DNA_
@Mr-DNA_ Жыл бұрын
@@snakedoktor6020 I just noticed. I'm stupid. xD
@tayzonday
@tayzonday Жыл бұрын
How versatile is a foundation that has not been built on? Will the foundation be good forever? Does it constrain the building that can be built on top of it?
@timspiker
@timspiker Жыл бұрын
Why do I see you commenting everywhere? It's been 2 years, make a video Chocolate Rain guy!
@aceman0000099
@aceman0000099 Жыл бұрын
​@@timspiker he doesn't need to
@timspiker
@timspiker Жыл бұрын
@@aceman0000099 booo
@alanclark639
@alanclark639 11 ай бұрын
Have a think about the original Building 7 and then couple it with the U.K.'s Boris Johnson saying "Let's get Brexit done."
@3orM00Rrecharacters
@3orM00Rrecharacters 11 ай бұрын
Chocolate Rainman for the win! Great questions, would love to know.
@dapeach06
@dapeach06 Жыл бұрын
I think redesigning the lower levels is crucial and I'm glad they're doing it. But topping it with slanted diamonds would be SO much cooler than flat roofs
@ajplays7241
@ajplays7241 Жыл бұрын
Eh a twin to ONE WTC would be nice
@zellafae
@zellafae Жыл бұрын
@@ajplays7241that would be cool but i don’t think the foot print would allow for it
@Riquezx06
@Riquezx06 Жыл бұрын
They don't will made twins again (another one equal the Freedom Tower)
@ajplays7241
@ajplays7241 10 ай бұрын
Sure they can There’s a construction called retrofitting or you can do a skinny building that can look “mistakenly” like twins but not actually being twins if that makes sense so where we could have twin shadows casting in the city and also Make it look like twins from facing the site from jersey
@Noisy_Cricket
@Noisy_Cricket 10 ай бұрын
Nah, I hate the slated diamonds. It should be similar to 1WTC to call back to the twins.
@robert7567
@robert7567 Жыл бұрын
As a New Yorker, I can’t tell you how disappointed I am that reconstruction on this site is still incomplete.😬😬😬
@ummi604
@ummi604 Жыл бұрын
It will be incomplete for the rest of the ages.
@IllusiveDude
@IllusiveDude Жыл бұрын
probably for the better to be honest, NYC real estate is already way overpriced
@benwalter4842
@benwalter4842 Жыл бұрын
I still wished that they made two 112 storied freedom towers (with the current design of course).
@laugh-cry-n-think_
@laugh-cry-n-think_ Жыл бұрын
Seriously, I was in 7th grade when the towers fell. This is crazy lol
@hd-xc2lz
@hd-xc2lz Жыл бұрын
Rebuild was ruined ages ago by the slick, generic Freedom Tower. And one always should keep in mind that Twin Towers occupancy was less that 50% in 2001, i.e. replacing the square footage lost made zero commercial sense.
@elgreco75
@elgreco75 Жыл бұрын
Even as a New Yorker who was an adult when 9/11 happened I had no idea the status of the WTC unfinished buildings. Thank you for shedding a light on this story. The level of detail and journalism you put into your videos is paramount.
@512TheWolf512
@512TheWolf512 Жыл бұрын
ironic that he dares call them "iconic" if even ney yorkers themselves have no idea on what is going on there
@elgreco75
@elgreco75 Жыл бұрын
@Kissvag Ina How do you know what I have done or not done? I kept up with it for years, just not lately, after a while it faded away into the background like most things do in ones life.
@kunaldahiya310
@kunaldahiya310 Жыл бұрын
@Kissvag Ina tf
@jeez5735
@jeez5735 Жыл бұрын
@Kissvag Ina what crawled up your ass and died?
@tiffprendergast
@tiffprendergast Жыл бұрын
@@elgreco75 me too
@user-sf1dq2iv4j
@user-sf1dq2iv4j 2 ай бұрын
The original complex was the absolute best and beautiful inside and out it’s so heartbreaking it’s all gone now
@brookiedaboss5434
@brookiedaboss5434 Жыл бұрын
Nothing can top the original trade centers. You could literally see them from anywhere in New York and I wish they would make these two towers the same way so that you could see them from all over the place in New York City.
@alanclark639
@alanclark639 11 ай бұрын
I have two views of New York in my office - can't see WTC in either of them - it's behind the Empire State so blocked from view.
@peacefulrecharge896
@peacefulrecharge896 10 ай бұрын
One of the most iconic buildings ever.
@Thunder-acro
@Thunder-acro 10 ай бұрын
Imagine how traumatic that would be for the families of the victims. Or even for the survivors. That might be one of the underlying issues for why it's not being done.
@user-xd1gt9if2v
@user-xd1gt9if2v 10 ай бұрын
No cause then the bad guys just know how to bring them dowb
@josettesantana5169
@josettesantana5169 10 ай бұрын
From someone that worked the sight I can tell you we have had mixed emotions on if and how it should have been built. The original to us just means resiliency and strength. That even though we have fallen we came back up the same but stronger. But then we also feel we need to leave well enough alone. So many souls are there that must be left alone to rest and realize that it’s where we go to remember all whom perished there.
@sonderment
@sonderment Жыл бұрын
i loved the original design of 2WTC, the diamonds look so sick.
@steveperreira5850
@steveperreira5850 Жыл бұрын
It’s easy to explain the diamonds, it Has to be, the chosen people control the diamond industry, why not flaunt it! I would not buy a diamond if my life depended on it. A piece of glass can be made to look better
@intrstn
@intrstn Жыл бұрын
@@steveperreira5850 bro what.
@TheAnnoyingBoss
@TheAnnoyingBoss Жыл бұрын
@@steveperreira5850 a piece of glass isn't nearly indestructible.
@huwdte
@huwdte Жыл бұрын
@@TheAnnoyingBoss a diamond isn't nearly indestructible it's actually quite easy to shatter a diamond. Hitting it with a hammer can probably shatter it
@jasoncaine2600
@jasoncaine2600 Жыл бұрын
@@huwdte technically you could shatter a diamond with a hammer but it is not easy it is actually very difficult and in most cases it won't do anything. Too shatter it you need a diamond with inclusions and internal weakness and you have to hit it with enough force and in the right spot for it to shatter. You're on the internet bro... use it 🤷‍♂️
@DanteTimberwolf
@DanteTimberwolf Жыл бұрын
Personally I feel like the diamond is the best, it compliments 1wtc well. It's striking and pops out of the skyline in a similar way I think the twin towers did. It's kinda sad that construction on this site is still unfinished after 17 years. I wasn't around when the original towers were destroyed, but I still feel like it's important that this site is completely rebuilt.
@Kosmas.9284
@Kosmas.9284 Ай бұрын
The bad thing is that Companies in Finance and Law Firms are not interested in the building. That leaves us the Tech, Media and E-commerce companies who don't like the 2006 Norman Foster design.
@StarFelMusic
@StarFelMusic 8 күн бұрын
I prefer there being twins and making a second copy of the original
@RandomDeforge
@RandomDeforge 15 күн бұрын
as a fellow New Yorker I gotta say that my heart breaks for Silverstein. Poor guy just cant get a break. everything keeps going sideways for him. Hopefully things get better for him soon :(
@deronn.j6088
@deronn.j6088 Жыл бұрын
As a kid, I'd always open Google earth and explore New York. I'd always follow the news on the reconstruction of the WTCs. I still do actually, sometimes. Thank you B1M for keeping on fueling my love of New York and skyscrapers.
@jacklandis
@jacklandis Жыл бұрын
Me too ❤
@groskouike2972
@groskouike2972 Жыл бұрын
Me too Little french guy in French county... I'd open Google earth to see when there were updates lol...
@jaredmehrlich6683
@jaredmehrlich6683 Жыл бұрын
Funny because when I was a kid before the internet I acquired a map of NYC from an old National Geographic magazine and explored the streets. Huge NY obsession as a kid.
@worldtravelimagesnet
@worldtravelimagesnet Жыл бұрын
When I was a kid I dreamed that there was something like the internet, I had to look up pictures of city skylines in dictionaries and other books. Made drawings of the skylines from the books.
@neeljavia2965
@neeljavia2965 Жыл бұрын
Me too. I always look upto cities across the world especially New York.
@johann.desouza
@johann.desouza Жыл бұрын
It is a difficult situation to be in. Apart from these 4 stages, the WTC also faces the public eye. We're talking about buildings being built on the sites of pain, horror and sorrow. Anything less than perfect can be disastrous and that's not a good position for anyone to find themselves in.
@blu3_enjoy
@blu3_enjoy Жыл бұрын
building amongst the blood and bone
@RichieD_21
@RichieD_21 Жыл бұрын
@@blu3_enjoy i searched through blood and bone on 9/11 looking for my brother He was in northern Canada.....
@steveperreira5850
@steveperreira5850 Жыл бұрын
Oh the drama! And what about the bumblebees?
@BW-qu6py
@BW-qu6py Жыл бұрын
Think about it this way, if you were told on 9/12/2001 that it wouldn’t be rebuilt by 2022…. Everyone would have been outraged.
@victorsamsung2921
@victorsamsung2921 Жыл бұрын
You could have just rebuilt the Twins, taller, stronger and safer somewhere else on the 16 acre site. But it just ended up in a debacle due to megalomaniacs like Silverstein and the Port Authority wanting it "their" way.
@TheJojo01902
@TheJojo01902 Жыл бұрын
Fascinating complex current topic + captivating footage + British accent + Fred Mills in a tight black tee shirt + excellent script + Fred Mills’ biceps = a superb video.
@markmh835
@markmh835 Жыл бұрын
Yup, that about sums it all up. Especially the biceps part....... 😲😱
@pbinnj3250
@pbinnj3250 Ай бұрын
I’m surprised there was no mention of the I,pact of the 2008 financial meltdown, or the dramatic increase in remote work after the pandemic. No one should expect anyone to build something that isn’t needed, no matter the design. As for skyscraper housing, the wealthy who could afford that have Hudson Yards and billionaires’ row whose buildings are more half empty. And there was no mention of what “affordable housing” would mean in a building on that sight. Probably would start at $3500 for a small studio.
@stamge3076
@stamge3076 Жыл бұрын
I remember researching the WTC site as a kid around 10-11 years ago. Nice to see 1WTC is now complete. Crazy to think neither 2WTC or 5WTC haven't even left the ground yet.
@joeyharper4976
@joeyharper4976 Жыл бұрын
me too!
@ajplays7241
@ajplays7241 Жыл бұрын
I feel like Two World Trade would’ve been built faster if it was A. Closer to One WTC and b restored the “Twinning” aspect
@clarkdowdall09
@clarkdowdall09 Жыл бұрын
Your channel is second to none for content like this. The good work doesn’t go unnoticed!
@broyofroyo1207
@broyofroyo1207 Жыл бұрын
They got great content
@silvertbird1
@silvertbird1 Жыл бұрын
These programs are as informative as they are professionally produced - and by a content creator who looks like a special forces officer. I’ve learned a great deal about a subject I knew little about but have always found fascinating.
@F22ERaptor
@F22ERaptor Жыл бұрын
Great show. It's very professional and what's great is that you get information from different sources all of which are genuine.
@PopTartBandwagn
@PopTartBandwagn Жыл бұрын
The diamond columns are in my opinion the best looking design. I remember visiting ground zero right after the memorial was open and while 1WTC was still being built. We got a private tour of 3WTC and there was a large model of how the site may look, and it had the diamond columns and I was in awe at how elegant 2WTC would look like. Still the best option in my opinion if they decide to go forward.
@exonorated5092
@exonorated5092 Жыл бұрын
Totally agree. It gives off a timeless look; even gives me chills of sorts.
@John_Weiss
@John_Weiss Жыл бұрын
Yeah, I like the original 2WTC diamond columns and slanted roof.
@KennyGBeBopTV
@KennyGBeBopTV Жыл бұрын
I want the original back
@mudman6156
@mudman6156 Жыл бұрын
Concur. The original design for the new 2 World Trade Center still looks the best…BY FAR. It’s a very elegant, modern design that is timeless in it’s design. It would never look old.
@dapeach06
@dapeach06 Жыл бұрын
Before the 2WTC design was released, and before the freedom tower design was chosen, I drew a really similar design for a high school assignment, except it was 3 diamonds, and linked like the Petronas towers. I was so happy when I saw the 4 diamond design, and so disappointed that it still hasn't been built
@baahcusegamer4530
@baahcusegamer4530 Жыл бұрын
Tremendous production quality B1M! Thank you for striking a good balance between your signature humor, information and respect for a construction site that is, for many Americans like me, still a painful thing to think about.
@matthewmcree1992
@matthewmcree1992 Жыл бұрын
These videos are always so well done. Excellent research, fantastic video editing and cinematography, and a (very handsome and buff) narrator with a perfect voice for documentaries. I really appreciate the consistent quality and approachability of B1M videos! Keep it up Fred and all the other producers!
@dondappa7701
@dondappa7701 9 ай бұрын
No doubt don’t know why his head looks out Inside the wtc
@ValenCountryballs2012
@ValenCountryballs2012 2 ай бұрын
the quadruple towers 💀
@M.a.s420
@M.a.s420 2 күн бұрын
Hol on let me grab a extra 2
@taotaoliu2229
@taotaoliu2229 Жыл бұрын
The fact that 2WTC is still incomplete frustrates me to no end.
@M21655
@M21655 Жыл бұрын
Why?? You didn’t help design, pay, or build it. Stick with your selling cars and leave the skyscraper jobs to the geniuses
@ironmatic1
@ironmatic1 Жыл бұрын
@@M21655 lmao what the geniuses
@MarloSoBalJr
@MarloSoBalJr Жыл бұрын
@@M21655 A genius would leave the site alone and keep it just ONE WTC
@ayannahendricks6266
@ayannahendricks6266 Жыл бұрын
Ny needs no new buildings for offices esp now that such a larger portion of office workers refuse to return to working 5 days a week. As a NYC resident I can ‘t see how NY will recover until that changes? So many empty businesses these days.
@pictobloxer5412
@pictobloxer5412 2 ай бұрын
@@M21655 Where would the funds be coming from???
@Morgan-iv4ye
@Morgan-iv4ye Жыл бұрын
The original diamond design was iconic and hopefully comes back
@sympostersyndrome
@sympostersyndrome Жыл бұрын
You thought you could make a whole documentary, put it on KZfaq for free, and we wouldn't notice? Wrong, we noticed and this is a phenomenal research project. Thank you for all the hard work in bringing us these updates-earned a subscriber!
@thatonepersonuh
@thatonepersonuh Жыл бұрын
Thankyou Mr Mills. I am currently so interested in architecture and your clear narrating and editing style really helps. Thankyou.
@joeyslush8859
@joeyslush8859 Жыл бұрын
I love the new style of docs and how you guys are tackling projects as well as the ethical dilemmas that surround them. All wicked cool and so important for modern city planning and architecture!
@magomarc1
@magomarc1 Жыл бұрын
The first WTC2 design is unbeatable. Simply amazing. I hope they keep the dimond design.
@ArkSucksAtGames
@ArkSucksAtGames Жыл бұрын
I don’t like it. It should be very similar to either the original 2WTC or the current 1WTC to mirror the twin tower silhouette. They could also do an outdoor observation deck on the roof if the go with a different design like the original 2WTC, which 1WTC really lacks.
@OeaoTaruaYT
@OeaoTaruaYT 8 ай бұрын
​​​@@ArkSucksAtGamesI agree. The site is a memorial so why even make it look different? I like the old one too but I'd like it more if it looks likes that current WTC1
@hoopie1022
@hoopie1022 Жыл бұрын
One of the best and most comprehensive videos I’ve ever seen on any topic. Amazing work !
@Priscilams78
@Priscilams78 9 ай бұрын
That site is cursed... the idea of constructing a new wtc there gives me chills! 😮
@REdgar66
@REdgar66 Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love this new format. These new 30 minute episodes definitely take the channel to the next level of reporting. Don’t get me wrong I love learning about the build and seeing Fred get his feet muddy, but knowing the story behind that process makes the actual build (or lack thereof) even more exciting. Well done! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
@RoccosVideos
@RoccosVideos Жыл бұрын
Ever since I was a kid skyscrapers have interested me. This helps feed that fascination. Good work B1M.
@LMays-cu2hp
@LMays-cu2hp Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing. I had family members who worked in the old-World Trade Center 4 Building many years ago. I miss the older buildings that were there in the 1970s of this great city!
@philthewriter
@philthewriter Жыл бұрын
Love the storytelling that goes into these videos, and the longer form. Thanks for the entertainment.
@tangoteamleader
@tangoteamleader Жыл бұрын
Been watching this channel for a little over 5 years. Looking back, it’s crazy how much production value has increased. Truly one of your best pieces so far!
@veldinjoeable
@veldinjoeable Жыл бұрын
I never understood why 2 World Trade Center can’t just be identical to one. I think it would truly restore the skyline. I don’t know if the foundation could make it look symmetrical or not.
@shmeckle666
@shmeckle666 11 ай бұрын
Yeah I agree, I’d personally like that the best. Shit I thought they should just…rebuild the two towers exactly how they were. But I understand why that wasn’t ideal. Second best would be to just…build two identical towers. One with the spire one without. The Diamond one looks heat. But let’s be honest, two identical would be the best looking-in my opinion.
@ziggypop79
@ziggypop79 10 ай бұрын
Exactly, it’s a no brainier, 20 years of 3 separate redesigns, and still no anchor tennant. People want a replica of wtc1. The answer is staring them in the face and would be more attractive to tenants.
@Nikowalker007
@Nikowalker007 10 ай бұрын
That would be the best solution and keep everyone happy/satisfied imo
@sam23696
@sam23696 9 ай бұрын
I don't think they want the appearance of twin towers on the site anymore for obvious reasons. Also, WTC1 has already been designed to symbolically represent the original two buildings, it's supposed to look like the twin towers merged together. Following that design philosophy have a second identical tower makes no sense. It would be like saying "here is where the quad towers used to stand, all 4 of them identical"
@stankbagel1265
@stankbagel1265 9 ай бұрын
Building another set of twin towers would honestly in my opinion show the world that we have not moved on and that we still want things as they were, I think 1 WTC is fine as it is and the diamond tower would complement it but that's my opinion on it.
@robbyirwin4846
@robbyirwin4846 Жыл бұрын
So glad I found this channel!! Thanks for the hard work and detail that go into these videos!!
@sc9041
@sc9041 Жыл бұрын
Ney York was an amazing experience. Only been once. Had a vibe that I wanted more of. Living in the city blows my mind with the cost of living. Lots of respect for all the people that make it work. Hope to take my family back there and let them feel all that energy.
@jppcasey
@jppcasey Жыл бұрын
I was the Local 15d Party Chief who laid out the foundation for 2 WTC. I was working for Halmar International at the time. We did all the pile caps, grade beams, anchor bolts, and the shear walls below sidewalk grade. We had started doing the core foundation as well. Before that I was also the head Party Chief working for Yonkers/Tully/Pegno that did the PATH Train Restoration project at Ground Zero after 9/11. We built the temporary station right on top of the old station to reopen the tunnels going into Jersey. I remember when we got down to the original footings and removed the old steel base plates, the original surveyor's centerlines were still visible. I hit those centerlines within an 1/8". It was a great relief for me to be able to "check" into something that was original to the site layout at the very bottom of the pit.
@salarkhan5722
@salarkhan5722 Жыл бұрын
Good
@OscarBlancoSketchToon_com
@OscarBlancoSketchToon_com Жыл бұрын
Could engine fuel burning on top floors bring the whole megastructure down in a few seconds to the point of absolute obliteration, leaving only fine rubble? (and that's including all those beams!) Just curious about the point of view of an expert who was actually there on the building site and who knows his stuff. I understand if you can't be open about it, assuming you still work with the same people.
@lorigearhardt2371
@lorigearhardt2371 Жыл бұрын
Very cool!
@earlpipe9713
@earlpipe9713 Жыл бұрын
It must've been extremely surreal working in the bottom of that pit for the first time
@jppcasey
@jppcasey Жыл бұрын
@@earlpipe9713 It was very emotional in the beginning. Even years later it still affects me sometimes.
@BoomerG21
@BoomerG21 Жыл бұрын
The old design is better than the new one. Seriously though the lack of 2 WTC still makes the lower manhattan skyline seem incomplete.
@S.E.C-R
@S.E.C-R 8 ай бұрын
Will Silverstein even live long enough to see this finished…
@tylere.8436
@tylere.8436 13 күн бұрын
nope
@JimmyFingers19
@JimmyFingers19 9 ай бұрын
The Tower looks really nice, but I am disappointed that they did not construct 2 twins like before
@HackeemAlves
@HackeemAlves Жыл бұрын
The quality of this channel just keeps improving with every video. I can never get enough of the B1M.
@lucasrem
@lucasrem Жыл бұрын
less bim is better, we need to develop cities for people, and not for the banking scum.
@slimvfxx
@slimvfxx Жыл бұрын
It’s so upsetting to see that 21 years later, the legendary wtc project is still not complete, but at the positive side, maybe it means that the architectural community needs more time to establish what they want/can do in wtc 2 and 5, and maybe change a lot of plans for the better regarding the extra space
@goaway9977
@goaway9977 Жыл бұрын
Yeah I hope Lucky Larry hasn't lost too much money through all this. Mustn't be cheap having all that prime real estate with nothing on.
@r62aguy85
@r62aguy85 Жыл бұрын
They F*** up this project since day 1 with not putting up the twin towers as they were the skyline is horrible now the twins gave it some decency
@ajplays7241
@ajplays7241 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been quietly hoping it would Be sites to new Twin towers since the Angle from 2 and 5 would restore the skyline in that part
@zippyjer
@zippyjer Жыл бұрын
Excellent report and production quality… as usual🤓👍🏼
@ilovethe1950s
@ilovethe1950s Жыл бұрын
The new 'leaked' design is an improvement from the stairstepping IMO. But the diamond design will always be my favorite. It complements everything so well.
@DanoFSmith-yc9tg
@DanoFSmith-yc9tg Жыл бұрын
I wish they would have done the original rendition with a series of buildings in a circle around the site, it would have looked very classy, paying respect to the site, yet subconsciously sending the message for generations that this site has extremely special meaning as it interferes with Manhattan’s classic grid layout.
@thomgizziz
@thomgizziz 11 ай бұрын
Awww you were too late to the kiss ass train and senpai didnt notice you, try harder next time.
@Noisy_Cricket
@Noisy_Cricket 10 ай бұрын
That's basically whats happening still, but they're not all going to look the same.
@starjun010
@starjun010 9 ай бұрын
I totally agree the hodge podge of skyscrapers without any coherence ruined the fitting masterplan by Libeskind!
@ceruleangolem4936
@ceruleangolem4936 Жыл бұрын
When KZfaq "started", there was a conversation about how it would substitute TV or legacy media. Prank videos, family vlogs, some of the weirdest challenges, for example, made question this forecast. Then, a channel like this shows up. What a marvelous work of journalism. Congratulations!!
@dennis954rr01
@dennis954rr01 9 ай бұрын
So glad I stumbled across your channel the quality of your work is exceptional and the topics are so well researched. Thanks
@antisymmetric237
@antisymmetric237 Жыл бұрын
I really enjoy watching your episodes; they are very interesting and insightful. Great job!
@bennettfoley3018
@bennettfoley3018 Жыл бұрын
As a NY'er who, while very young, had family friends directly affected, I really appreciate the way in which you have depicted the events of 9/11. I hate seeing the photos, and worst of all the videos of the event itself. Sometimes the subject needs to be talked about, but there's no need to glorify it. This is one of the most respectful depictions I have ever seen. Thank you. P.S. Informally, the name 'Freedom Tower' has heavy association with Bush. We call it 'One World Trade'.
@victorsamsung2921
@victorsamsung2921 Жыл бұрын
_Patriot Act joins the chat ..._
@philipthomey7884
@philipthomey7884 Жыл бұрын
Freedom Tower, Freedom Fries, Freedom Fuel. Freedom convoy, give it a rest america.
@JJAB91
@JJAB91 Жыл бұрын
Freedom Tower it is then.
@rsr789
@rsr789 Жыл бұрын
@@philipthomey7884 Ironically, they are less free than many other 1st world countries...
@llothar68
@llothar68 Жыл бұрын
I love to watch it every few years. Remember the fun time sitting in a beer bar in Thailand and seeing USA gets kicked in the Arse. I’m an atheist German by the way but revenge for Vietnam and Grenada
@ansfelt8154
@ansfelt8154 Жыл бұрын
Just went to NYC recently for the first time. As a European, I'm forever struck by its formidable verticality. Your channel helps me heal the traveller blues :P edit for the comments - I know Europe isn't a country, but it's my cultural and political identity nonetheless :)
@seanpruitt6801
@seanpruitt6801 Жыл бұрын
I am shocked how little skyscrapers there are in Europe!!! Hope you can come back.
@ivy_47
@ivy_47 Жыл бұрын
@@seanpruitt6801 We just had a video here about how Frankfurt is one the only EU cities with an appreciable amount of skyscrapers lol
@z000mbful
@z000mbful Жыл бұрын
@@ivy_47 not only Frankfurt, London and Warsaw also
@seanpruitt6801
@seanpruitt6801 Жыл бұрын
@@ivy_47 compared to Asia and North America that’s not a lot. I said “very little” meaning not a lot in comparison to other wealthy parts of the world. IE the US Canada Japan China etc.
@Tobi-ln9xr
@Tobi-ln9xr Жыл бұрын
@@seanpruitt6801 Yeah that’s because European cities have centuries old city centres. Most cities have skylines with huge cathedrals and buildings from the Middle Ages. Towers would absolutely not fit into that.
@norfolx
@norfolx Жыл бұрын
Thank you for such a compherensive analysis and delving into history to bring it all to us here!
@merefazildost
@merefazildost Жыл бұрын
Your content has always been good. But really impressed where the channel has come in terms of production quality. Keep up the good work!
@neanda
@neanda Жыл бұрын
What a very interesting video, and I'm not even into construction, but I love it when people, like your good self and production team, explain how things work or are created. KZfaq has been suggesting some good channels to me recently, and this is one of those ones I didn't know I needed. Thank you, I'm gonna check out your back catalog.
@mattypurcell
@mattypurcell Жыл бұрын
Your content is unreal mate, appreciate it, your bloody unreal at production of these informative doco style vids, cheers
@WartHawg8196
@WartHawg8196 3 ай бұрын
That building looks super cool
@HunterKutz
@HunterKutz Жыл бұрын
This is a proper mini documentary! Incredible stuff!
@maggimar3118
@maggimar3118 Жыл бұрын
B1M's coverage of architecture and urban planning is unique in its kind. Watch every video and this review is pure excellence! Enjoyed every minute.
@MikeHarris1984
@MikeHarris1984 Жыл бұрын
I love these longer Documentary style episodes!!! I can't believe I missed this episode when it released!!
@emoji_page
@emoji_page 8 ай бұрын
The thing is the Twin Towers should have been represented by TWIN TOWERS. That should have been the basic fundamental concept in construction. The original twin towers were two identical buildings side by side, like the Petronas Towers. Imagine two Taipei towers side by side! 🤩 🤩
@TintFrenzy
@TintFrenzy 7 ай бұрын
This is more of “Brother towers” or “Cousin Towers”
@bos2pdx2yvr
@bos2pdx2yvr Жыл бұрын
Another incredibly well done video. A big 'thank you' for using only audio of the attacks and not video. 21 years later, and that video is still so hard to watch.
@foxdogwest6614
@foxdogwest6614 Жыл бұрын
In 2002, I volunteered and participated in a huge citizen meeting at the Javitz center regarding what people wanted on the site. It was an amazing and humbling experience. Each table of participants was led by a professional facilitator and a scribe. I was lucky enough to do both roles during the day. There were about 8 or 10 potential site plans that each table voted on. The pain and emotion at each table was palpable. I was very honored to have been able to participate
@b.d.walters9402
@b.d.walters9402 Жыл бұрын
Participation in an event that Produces nothing is not my idea of Progressive thinking. Too many people involved in the Planning will Provide too many Perspectives & Possibilities to Pursue any Potential Progress. I'm a wordsmith, by the way....just practicing my own profession as a scribe of sorts. But the Premise holds true...Too many chefs spoil the cuisine, & too many architects can destroy the vision of one designer. When we stop trying to compete on the world stage; & INSTEAD focus on what's valuable & vital here, now, in this present age, at this point in time... ...then we'll accomplish so much more than "ANY #" of CORP board meetings that are rich in "CONVERSATION" but poor in actual "COMMITMENT" TO A CAUSE There are too many "CONVERSATIONS" being had by the likes of Kamala Harris...she's constantly wanting to convene a conversation...real results are not on the agenda...only "CONVERSATIONS" where the facilitator says "Let's Talk..." about this situation. Same is true with CORP entities who want their name on the latest innovation in building design...they all want their legacy to be... "I PLAYED A PART IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF THIS BEAUTY" People of all genders, races, religions or professions want to be known for the "BIGGEST EDIFICE, OBELISK, OR PHALLIC SYMBOL": Hence the "NUMBER" of stories (as in inches or victories or cars in one's collection) is vital to the design of a power structure on the stage at hand. Instead of branching out on their own and doing some real good...TODAY...they all dream of the day when the plaque is hung in it's place of prominence and they can declare their work is done...after 25 years. In the meantime...all those "low income" folks who could have been dwelling in an older building, but one of pragmatic use today...wait, and wait, and die, and wait some more...as their children grow up on the streets waiting for some CORP BOARD to come to consensus and "START" building a "work of art" that is designed with themselves in mind. All the while touting their objective as "LOW INCOME HOUSING"... ...words alone are worthless in the lives of those whose rely on them to be true. Let's start really developing our communities...Community Development isn't all about CORP/Commercial needs..it's about the whole of the community who resides within it's COOPerative boundaries.
@sifridbassoon
@sifridbassoon Жыл бұрын
Damn Fred! I'm amazed you can research and produce such a great video. Especially considering how many hours you must spend in the gym. 😊
@NickCager
@NickCager 10 ай бұрын
Should've rebuilt the original towers.
@elforeign
@elforeign Жыл бұрын
I swear Fred is Morpheus and the B1M is the red pill. This new direction of the documentaries is just fantastic. This feels like a BBC Earth special but for construction.
@simonkaggwanjala
@simonkaggwanjala Жыл бұрын
Did you know it was an inside job?
@juangal7569
@juangal7569 Жыл бұрын
Your devotion in creating these high quality videos of different structures is just phenomenal. It just gets better and better, from the various topics of a building, to the history it's being told connected back. Exceptional. The editing is great, I always love seeing those different views of the buildings since it's only possible to capture them on a drone.
@Gumshrud1
@Gumshrud1 11 ай бұрын
Your videos are very well organized and easy learning as you explain the subject well. thanks.
@tedjohnson64
@tedjohnson64 11 ай бұрын
Fascinating topic, very impressed by the thoughtful research that went into this!
@Lukeyou983
@Lukeyou983 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely incredible documentary. Congrats on the efforts to get this story made by the B1M team. You’re all awesome. I’ve literally been watching this project since the events of 911. I used to follow a webcam and watched all the structures get built unfortunately though I’ve since lost the link. I will continue to follow the ups and downs of 2 wtc. I loved the original fosters design. Got to be my favourite architectural design company. I can’t wait to see you guys do next.
@lok777
@lok777 Жыл бұрын
It is like watching a grift in action. Oh wait, it is.
@shaunflanagan8735
@shaunflanagan8735 Жыл бұрын
Such a dedicated channel,you do a great job at reporting things that go unreported and unnoticed as well as great at investigations. It's easy to see why you have had success. I genuinely find this interesting.
@Pihasanddunes1
@Pihasanddunes1 11 ай бұрын
This is a marvelous channel; respect to all involved.
@DrHotelMario
@DrHotelMario Жыл бұрын
I remember following the development of 1WTC since I was a kid, back to when it was the Freedom Tower. With how troubled that development was, I wrote off the rest of the towers as pipedreams.
@wepoststuff
@wepoststuff Жыл бұрын
I'm sure these longer videos take a ton of work but omg do I love them! Truly the #1 construction channel on KZfaq
@StephenMcFadden
@StephenMcFadden Жыл бұрын
Great work as usual. Current New Yorker and love hearing the business ins and out of the building/construction industry.
@btbfree
@btbfree Жыл бұрын
Fred Mills is bringing us quality content. I always enjoy his videos. I have no words anymore on what's going on in NYC in regards to the affordable housing crisis. The fight between the government and private developers will never cease.
@bikerchrisukk
@bikerchrisukk Жыл бұрын
Well done for the effort on this video. I'm so glad I only design extensions, individual houses and small residential estates. So much less hassle and no political issues...unless a proposal is next to an MP's property of course.
@fareshajjar1208
@fareshajjar1208 Жыл бұрын
The process actually starts by paying off union bosses and then arranging for the labor union to skim 27% off the cost of the project.
@TacticalTrucker
@TacticalTrucker Жыл бұрын
_I really love the sward column structure, I even made a 3-D render from foundation to top columns of the structure before they even completed the foundation, I explored the rendered internal structure of the building and fell in love with it_
@KazMaw1
@KazMaw1 Жыл бұрын
I miss the weeks when you don't upload but this long doc just makes up for it. Quality of your docs is just next level.
@ColdWarVet607
@ColdWarVet607 Жыл бұрын
Given that NYC made it illegal to use normal build materials in buildings, like glass for instance, I dont think we need to worry about new skyscrapers ever being built there.
@Calmarsden
@Calmarsden 7 ай бұрын
A steel worker is a guy working in a factory. A guy walking the beams erecting structural steel 60 stories in the air is called and Iron Worker . Few people have the guts to do that work show some respect
@billfrancis7852
@billfrancis7852 Жыл бұрын
Between this guy’s voice, the music and the compelling stories this one of my favorite channels. Great production quality, not too long, not too short.
@drizz1256
@drizz1256 Жыл бұрын
The original diamond design looks so much better.
@wolfreicherter748
@wolfreicherter748 Жыл бұрын
I really enjoy these videos. Great style. Visually as well as narration and graphics
@markmh835
@markmh835 Жыл бұрын
This took me more than 32 minutes to watch. I had to keep rewinding it to hear the parts I missed when I was mesmerized by the bicep display.
@dinofrangiamore
@dinofrangiamore Жыл бұрын
Always enjoy these videos. This one really brought home all the difficulties in building skyscrapers, not just architecture and engineering, but finance, politics, etc. Thanks!
@Johnny2Bags47
@Johnny2Bags47 Жыл бұрын
And brought me home as a pilot that avoids buildings and terrorists. It's a tough job But somebody has to do it. I kinda think of myself and fellow pilots that avoid these situations ..well I guess you can say we're like Angles and we're just doing our jobs...if we get you on the ground safely suffice to say. Like guardian angels. Can I get an amen
@howardshepherdson2925
@howardshepherdson2925 Жыл бұрын
Just loving the increased production values, quality commentary and analysis on the channel. One of the best things on KZfaq.
@davidwills3784
@davidwills3784 Жыл бұрын
What a fantastic video, well done you guys I enjoy watching these fantastic and informative programmes.
@front2back3
@front2back3 Жыл бұрын
I appreciate the thoroughness of your presentation.
@SPTunnelMotor
@SPTunnelMotor Жыл бұрын
Sorry if I'm maybe sounding like a dork, but I'd really love it if 1WTC would somehow get a twin, without the spire, of course. I'm really satisfied with 1WTCs design and it brought back the pride and aspirations of NYC, but for me, an official 2WTC twin tower is very much needed for my soul to finally come to terms with what has happened and truly heal. Of course, there will always be scars, but as we, who are still around know to this very day: we will never forget.
@madinazt
@madinazt Жыл бұрын
Sometimes developers don't buy the land until the feasibility study proves the project will be profitable. As an architect, I did a lot of feasibility studies for clients who are just exploring how much lettable area you can get from the site.
@computasaysnoo1
@computasaysnoo1 9 ай бұрын
Absolutely brilliant video. Well done. The work really showed.
@fytghggyungf7601
@fytghggyungf7601 Жыл бұрын
Such a bummer that it wasn’t built. I always thought the original quad diamond design was the best looking building out of anything they were building down there.
@cyclonicleo
@cyclonicleo Жыл бұрын
Vacancies will always be a challenge for sjyscraper projects, so maybe its time developers looked at symbiosis: dedicating part of the building to residential apartment use and the rest office space (which admittedly is already done now) or, converting the older buildings to residential spaces, so workers have living quarters much closer to the new skyscrapers that will hopefully house them, even if its only for a few days a week.
@ajplays7241
@ajplays7241 Жыл бұрын
The issue is I DON’T think anyone wants to live. Anywhere near that site due to 9/11
@bsm2001yt
@bsm2001yt 10 ай бұрын
who wants to live where they work?
@deadadventure8318
@deadadventure8318 10 ай бұрын
@@bsm2001yt or maybe the people that work there don't live in the same building? the first five floors could be office space and the rest accommodations.
@whatsthebigfndeal
@whatsthebigfndeal 9 ай бұрын
Most of the people who can actually afford to live there don't want to.
@Distress.
@Distress. 9 ай бұрын
@@bsm2001yt Everyone who throughout history lived in apartments above their shops. Besides just because it has office space there doesn't mean you have to work there.
@lesleyM84
@lesleyM84 10 ай бұрын
the Memorial Fountains and the Museum are so critical to the healing from this tragedy.. i guess seeing beautiful new buildings up also helps…
@justincuffley2321
@justincuffley2321 Жыл бұрын
Awesome. Glad I stumbled upon your channel.
@dkpqzm
@dkpqzm Жыл бұрын
Kudos to your production team Fred. Your channel is the most professional you can find anywhere.
@Javier_Jimenez71
@Javier_Jimenez71 Жыл бұрын
I remember being in the theatre watching Madagascar 3 with my family. There’s a scene that had the original design of the new buildings in the background and I said “Oh wow, they added the World Trade Center…” as the designs had recently been made public. Thank you for this video, I was curious as to why some of those buildings didn’t go up. Cheers 🥃
@allentoyokawa9068
@allentoyokawa9068 Жыл бұрын
theater*
@raucousraptor
@raucousraptor Жыл бұрын
@@allentoyokawa9068 "theatre" is a valid spelling.
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