Kendall Square: MXD Substation Development Plan

Open space concepts

Of the three open space concepts (activity & wellness, art space, urban oasis) which do you prefer?

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wellness/activity
art space
urban oasis

What would draw you to Center Plaza?

We want the Center Plaza to be a public open space welcoming to all. To achieve that, what would draw you to the Plaza?

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Retail

What type of retail space would you like to see fronting the Center Plaza open space?

We expect to create new retail fronting the Center Plaza open space [approximately the size of Shy Bird in Kendall Square]. What type of retail space would you like to see fronting the Center Plaza open space?

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Paul F

Apr 30, 2020

Do you have any additional questions or suggestions about the project site you would like to share?

Let’s rethink the amount of parking please. This is a transit rich area and Boston properties shouldn’t be subsidizing drivers at the expense of the planet.

Tami Lieberman

Jun 16, 2020

Are there any other types of active recreation or amenities you would like to see in the planned open space?

Water bottle fillers. Bike fixing station. Bike parking.

Sarah Stone

Sep 2, 2020

Our work will be guided by the following priorities (see image). Do these align with yours? Would you recommend changes or suggest other ideas?

Wonderful ideas -- make sure that the bike and pedestrian paths are visible and/or protected. And again -- please emphasize the inclusion of natural elements (trees, plants, etc.).

Da B

Aug 1, 2020

Are there any other types of active recreation or amenities you would like to see in the planned open space?

Trees, trees, trees! Big trees!

joseph rose

May 28, 2020

This project will include new retail space. What kind of retail uses would you like to see in this location?

local businesses that will sustain after hour use. Less coffee shops and banks.

Boston Properties

May 29, 2020

Joseph do you happen to have any particular uses in mind to sustain after-hours use? Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts!

joseph rose

Jun 10, 2020

With all the new tenants, perhaps a restaurant, bar, diner, theater, comedy club, art gallery, music venue with practice space. Anything that would be open past the usual 9am-5pm (no more coffee shops,... Read more...

O. R. Simha

Dec 2, 2020

What types of classes, events, activities would you like to see take place on the project’s open space?

The open space above the sub station is a great opportunity for an art pavement. See examples in Lisbon and other Portuguese cities. It would be a salute to the many families from Portugal and te islands... Read more...

Chris C

Jun 25, 2021

Ownership is key, or retail needs to be supported/subsidized to make this area develop more as a place to be.. right now it’s just a wind tunnel!

Mahesh Viswanathan

Jul 16, 2020

Our work will be guided by the following priorities (see image). Do these align with yours? Would you recommend changes or suggest other ideas?

Bring a trader Joe's.

Tracy L

Jul 1, 2020

Do you have any additional questions or suggestions about the project site you would like to share?

The space needs to feel welcoming so that people from all Cambridge demographics feel comfortable being there.

Boston Properties

Jul 28, 2020

Thanks for your comment! We agree.

Mark Herstein j

Jun 22, 2020

This project will include new retail space. What kind of retail uses would you like to see in this location?

How about a permanent Farmers Market in lieu of the seasonal one! This would include stalls from local and specialty vendors similar to Eataly or Haymarket

Noah Sachs

Jun 10, 2020

Are there any other types of active recreation or amenities you would like to see in the planned open space?

Just a place I can sit and read and eat my lunch and play chess in the shade! Chairs, benches, awnings, sun shades, trees, a water fountain and lots of chess boards!

Sandy M

May 25, 2020

This project will include new retail space. What kind of retail uses would you like to see in this location?

Small business with arts & culture focus. (I loved Xylem, which had to move away.) Better space for farmers market- maybe a cambridge version of the new haymarket indoor market? No more banks, nail salons,... Read more...

Sandy M

May 25, 2020

Are there any other types of active recreation or amenities you would like to see in the planned open space?

Playground/garden combo. In brookline, theres a park w kids play structures, gorgeous rose garden, and soccer field. Lots of benches & green. This makes a space anyone can use as they like.

Boston Properties

Jun 1, 2020

Sandy - Are you referring to Winthrop Square in Brookline?

Sandy M

Jun 2, 2020

Bordered by St paul, freeman, & browne streets. Minot rose garden. I dont know the name of the overall park.

Sally Arnold

May 22, 2020

This project will include new retail space. What kind of retail uses would you like to see in this location?

I would like to see a lovely dress shop and fine arts and crafts. I would like to see the kinds of stores you find on Huron Ave.

Kelley Brown

May 4, 2020

Do you have any additional questions or suggestions about the project site you would like to share?

The existing green space is designed to hide a parking garage. The new open space should support street-facing retail and restaurant uses. Don't retain the existing configuration just because it exists... Read more...

Kelley Brown

May 4, 2020

This project will include new retail space. What kind of retail uses would you like to see in this location?

A venue for popular music, comedy and small performances, in a casual setting with tables and chairs, bar and food service.

Boston Properties

May 29, 2020

Thanks for your comment, Kelley - this is a compelling vision.

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