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I like the scaffolding. Makes it easier to smoke in the rain.

I unironically like it, too.

It might not look nice in photos, but the semi-permanence of scaffolding in NYC has resulted in some pretty nice-looking scaffolding structures, some even with lighting. (John Wilson made a great episode on that.)

Beyond that, as a pedestrian you start ignoring the "ugliness" pretty quickly. The scaffolding almost feels kind of cozy, and protects you from the elements.

Wonder if we could build them on purpose, instead. Cover each pedestrian lane with a stoa/arcade kind of thing, just made out of more permanent and nicer looking materials.

Season 1 Episode 2 of How To With John Wilson. Loved lived that show.

I wonder if it increases smoking enough to cause more deaths than it prevents.

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