NEW YORK | 540 West 21st Street | 250 FT | 20 FLOORS

Considering the Vitruvian Triad of Solidity, Utility and Beauty; this project so far is looking good on the attribute of Solidity/Firmness. (Construction Quality) :+1:

One thing I can say for sure: no sign of “Tofu-dreg” construction on this project.

AI Overview excerpt -
Tofu-dreg construction is a Chinese term for buildings that are poorly constructed using substandard materials and techniques. The name, which literally means “tofu-dreg project,” is a metaphor comparing the building’s poor quality to the leftover dregs from making tofu.

  • Meaning: It refers to projects that are shoddily built and have low-quality construction.
  • Origin: The term is a metaphor comparing the poor quality of the buildings to the dregs, or waste, left over after making tofu.
  • Consequences: These buildings are often structurally unsound and can collapse, even from minor events like earthquakes.
  • Examples: The term gained prominence after the 2008 Sichuan earthquake, as many buildings were found to have been constructed with low-quality materials.
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