In this week's comments update, Dezeen readers dispute the potential fire hazards of a timber-framed, tree-covered high-rise, which has been proposed for Toronto by architecture firm Penda.
Flammable: the 18-storey Toronto Tree Tower, which would be made from cross-laminated timber, has been criticised by commenters concerned with the safety measures surrounding residential blocks.
"Where is there any mention of fire-proofing" Particularly after the Grenfell Tower fire"" asked Doctor Who.
"People within the profession may remain blasé but many others, including potential clients, may take convincing that wood can be a fire-safe material. Leaving aside the structure itself, what about the trees in this proposal"" said Geofbob. H-J was perplexed by other readers' concerns. "This project has nothing to do with Grenfell. It's brand new, definitely not social housing and will have multiple ways of escape and sprinklers in accordance with the latest fire and safety regulations. What's this paranoia all of a sudden with people""
"After what happened in London, no one wants to be barbecued in a building that meets code but is not safe," hit back Doctor Who.
Despite concerns, Manu felt the proposal was a much-needed breath of fresh air:

Would you feel safe in a residential high-rise made from wood" Have your say in the comments section ?

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