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Explore the Waterfront District by boat!

What better way to explore all that Boston’s Waterfront District has to offer than traveling by waterway? This summer, the Friends of Fort Point Channel and Seaport TMA encourage you to take advantage of water transportation to visit various points of interest along the Fort Point Channel and South Boston Waterfront.

Water taxis are now offering discounted rates, making it easier than ever to use water transit to visit your favorite restaurants in the Waterfront District. It only costs $5 to travel one-way using Rowes Wharf Water Transport or City Water Taxi. Additionally, if you want to make a full day of your “dock hop and dine” experience it only costs $25 per person to jump on/off the Cityside Harbor Shuttle for an entire day.

A fabulous dining experience at one of the many great new restaurants in the FP3 neighborhood is just a short boat ride away!

Taste of the Fort Point Channel

Attention food lovers! Get out and enjoy this early summer weather with some of Fort Point’s finest cuisine!  Thursday, June 9th, the Friends of Fort Point Channel are hosting the 7th Annual Taste of Fort Point Channel at Children’s Wharf Park on Fort Point Channel.

Live music from local artists will be on tap for the whole event, and over a dozen Fort Point restaurants are offering samples of their finest wares.

Participating restaurants include Barbara Lynch‘s Sportello on the ground floor of FP3!

This is a free event open to the public – please come down and join us!  You can even enter a raffle to win a Friday night stay at the luxurious Seaport Hotel!

Fort Point, Boston’s up and coming luxury living destination, offers fantastic dining and entertainment to residents and visitors alike – come take this unique opportunity to try out some of the great restaurants that call Fort Point home. The amazing selection of traditional and avant-garde offerings might just convince you to make a luxury condo in Fort Point your new home!

The event runs from noon to 1:30pm. It is being held at Children’s Wharf Park, between Congress Street and Seaport Boulevard, on the Fort Point Channel (next to the Boston Children’s Museum) In the event of rain or other inclement weather, the event will be held at the same time the next day, Friday the 10^th.

FP3 was mentioned today in a fantastic Boston Herald Seaport Boston District article talking about all the great new restaurants and other exciting activities happening right now in the Seaport District.

Some exciting improvements to the Harbor Walk and a whole slew of new restaurants are making the Seaport a 24/7 destination. A new Smith & Wollensky’s and Jody Adams’ Trade restaurants will open in the ground floor of Atlantic Wharf, with plenty of outdoor seating along the Harbor Walk.

For those looking to buy into this prime slice of Boston real estate, FP3 Condos Boston, developed by Berkeley Investments, still has some available Boston condos for sale going for $400,000 to $2 million. These units are in an excellent location, directly above Barbara Lynch’s restaurants Menton and Sportello, as well as her latest bar, Drink.

Be sure to catch the “rising wave” of Boston’s Seaport with several new, interesting properties will give buyers and renters a front-row seat to the action. There are fabulous 2 and 3 bedrooms, duplexes, and Boston lofts still available by FP3 will make wonderful homes in a neighborhood that has lots of new restaurants, shopping, and other cultural activity. Prices for the homes that are for sale range from $800,000 – $1.85 million.

Source Article: Boston Herald, Business Real Estate

FP3 Gallery
346 Congress St.
Boston, MA, 02210
617.350.7410

Open: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

There was an excellent writeup of the “elusive” FP3 Art Gallery on MySecretBoston.com. In it, the author discusses how the rejuvenation of Boston’s Seaport District neighborhood has been criticized for displacing artists who enjoyed the cheap rent available in Fort Point Boston. But the up-and-coming neighborhood is the first to embrace art, as the developers of FP3 have given the artists their own art gallery space.

However, this gallery’s first floor is open to the public, and many people just don’t know it’s there. On mysecretboston.com, there is a great writeup of this “secret” FP3 gallery, which presents rotating exhibitions by artists such as Fort Point artist Quentin Kelley – who specializes in creating reclaimed-wood benches.

The FP3 complex developers include Boston architect David Hacin and the preeminent chef Barbara Lynch, whose Menton and Sportello restaurants are housed in the building.

The FP3 Gallery is accessible by T – it is located on the Silver Line’s Courthouse stop, and the Red Line’s South Station stop.

Source: http://mysecretboston.com/do/see-shore

Spring is finally in the air.  The weather is getting warmer and life on the waterfront just keeps getting better, which is why you should come out to our next open house and see what you’ve been missing!

Check out our new model units.  Open this Sunday from 1-3pm, experience the style and elegance at FP3.  And be sure to visit the exclusive FP3 Gallery, currently presenting the creative works of our featured artist, Otis Santos.

See the most premier Seaport location with the finest amenities.  Treat yourself to a fabulous meal at our Italian restaurant, Sportello or enjoy an exotic cocktail in the stylish bar, Drink, during your visit. Both venues presented by our very own celebrity chef Barbara Lynch, who was just nominated for a 2011 James Beard Foundation Award!

With all the great sights, sounds, tastes and smells found at FP3, you can’t help but indulge the senses.  So come on out! We’d love to give you the tour. See you soon!

Facebook.  It’s inspired the Academy-Award winning movie, “The Social Network.”  A bestselling novel by local author, Ben Mezrich.  And it’s brought hundreds of millions of people together.  Something so big and so powerful has also stirred FP3 to use the social networking site to connect with fans, residents and those who aspire to Live FP3.  Introducing our new spring advertising campaign – we’re sure you’re going to ‘like’ it!

There are so many wonderful things to LIKE about FP3.

Like our location, in the heart of the vibrant Fort Point and Seaport neighborhoods, now home to some of the city’s top restaurants,  like our very own Barbara Lynch dining featured in these Boston Globe articles - “The Gambler in the Kitchen” and “A Fine Twist on Italian Fare”.

Like the uniqueness of our homes in a concierge-staffed building, from large studios to two and three bedrooms to luxurious penthouses with sweeping views of the water and skyline.

Like our one-of-a-kind Lobby gallery and cocktail/dining destinations, such as Drink, Sportello and Menton.

Like our overall value – competitively priced homes with a long list of perks and benefits.

If you like our likes, we encourage you to Friend us on Facebook at our FP3 Boston fan page.

And, if you’re a fan of what you see, call us at 617.350.7410 to schedule a personal preview and friend us in person… the old fashioned way.

Something else to LIKE about FP3…

Our latest artist exhibition, entitled “Landscapes – Real, Imagined and Experienced” features new works by local artist José L. Santos.  His collection at the FP3 Gallery is a series of landscapes and mixed-media inspired by living in the heart of the city and spending time engrossed in nature. His techniques and materials are as varied as each individual piece, which makes for an eclectic, yet invitingly accessible exhibit.  His work will be on display at FP3 until May 23, 2011.  An opening reception with the artist is planned for Wednesday, March 16 from 6-8pm.

A brilliant impressionism-styled landscape by José L. Santos titled Otis. 2010 40” x 40” Acrylic on Canvas

Our latest artist exhibition opens today!  Entitled “Landscapes – Real, Imagined and Experienced” features new works by local artist José L. Santos.  His latest collection of work at the exclusive FP3 Gallery is a series of landscapes and mixed-media inspired by living in the heart of the city and spending time immersed in nature. His techniques and materials are as varied as each individual piece, which makes for an eclectic, yet invitingly accessible exhibit.

Santos currently resides in the vibrant artist community at the Artist Building at 300 Summer Street in Boston, Ma where he finds much of his creative inspiration and hones his craft.  In addition, he is a high school art educator in the Somerville public Schools.  He received his Bachelors of Fine Arts and Masters of Science in Art Education from Massachusetts College of Art and Design in Boston.  Over the years, he has been part of numerous solo and group art exhibitions.  And in 2004, the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Ma purchased three of his pieces for its permanent collection.

With such a creative background and amazing pieces of work, Santos’ “Landsapes – Real, Imagined and Experienced” exhibit is certainly one to behold.  You don’t want to miss out on this limited showcase, and afterwards be sure to check out some of the other finer amenities that FP3 has to offer, such as our very own Barbara Lynch Italian restaurant, Sportello, located on the ground floor here at FP3, or the stylish bar, Drink!

Details about “Landsapes – Real, Imagined and Experienced” exhibition are listed below, or for more information feel free to contact us at 617.261.7425 or www.fp3boston.com.

Exhibition Dates:  March 8 – May 23, 2011

Gallery Hours:  Monday – Friday, 10-6; Saturday – Sunday, 10-4

Gallery Address:  346 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210

FP3 Open House this Sunday, March 6th.

Are you in search of a new home? In need of the extraordinary? Then FP3 just might be the place you’re looking for. Come visit us at the FP3 Residences’ Open House this Sunday, March 6, 2011 from 1-3pm! Take a tour of our fantastic building and see the amazing sights of gorgeous Boston seaport waterfront, award-winning architecture, luxury penthouse suites, trendy loft condos, and much, much more!

It is sure to be an open house to remember.  Checking out our main lobby is a must! It is home to the exclusive FP3 Gallery, which is currently showcasing the brilliant works of our featured artist, Otis Santos.  We also recommend treating yourself to an amazing lunch at our very own Barbara Lynch Italian restaurant, Sportello, located on the ground floor here at FP3.   And if you’re still feeling adventurous after the open house, try Drink! A stylish bar entirely dedicated to the art of the cocktail with age-old techniques dating back to the prohibition, but with a touch of modern innovation.

If modern, elegance and luxury is your style, we look forward to seeing you soon!

Located in Boston’s Fort Point neighborhood, Sportello, Italian for counter service, is chef Barbara Lynch’s Italian interpretation of a classic diner. Barbara Lynch is known as one of the foremost chefs in the United States and has received such honors as being named Boston Magazine’s “Top Chef” in 2008, as well as having restaurants on the “Top 50 Restaurants in America”  list for both Travel & Leisure and Gourmet magazines.

Barbara Lynch's Sportello located in the FP3 Building

Offering a menu of trattoria-inspired Italian dishes for lunch and dinner, Sportello’s lively, casual, Italian spirit is captured in the cuisine, the sleek, minimalist design, and the tremendously amenable artisinal wine list created by wine director, Cat Silirie, who was honored by Boston Magazine’s as “Best Sommelier” four times.

Dine at Sportello for a leisurely weekend brunch, or a stop by for a quick but incredible  lunch at the bakery counter, which serves incredible house made breads, sweet & savory pastries, cookies, and tarts, as well as organic Peruvian coffee and teas. Prepared soups and sandwiches are another great option when looking for a quick bite to take with you into the neighborhood.

Tomato Soup at Fort Point Neighborhood's Sportello Restaurant

Located in the FP3 Building at 348 Congress Street, Sportello would make a fine choice for your next meal, just take a look at some of the rave reviews it has garnered on Yelp:

“Great food, out of this world service.”

-Katie K. of Brookline, MA

“I really, really love Sportello. It’s diner style in concept, only with far more refined food and the casual elegance of a much more fine dining joint. The service and staff are all first rate, too.”

-Justine K. of Boston, MA

“I travel a lot for business and this has to be my favorite place in Boston… I love the ambiance there, with the white diner counters and stools. It’s very casual and unpretentious for high quality fare. The prices are more than reasonable for the quality of food they produce.”

-Giselle B. of San Francisco, CA

Sportello’s business hours are as follows:

Lunch is served 11:30am – 4:30pm Monday through Friday.

Dinner is served 4:30pm – 10:00pm Sunday through Thursday and 4:30pm – 11:00pm on Friday & Saturday.

Brunch is served 10:30am – 4:30pm on Saturday & Sunday.

The Bakery & Retail section is open 7:00am – 7:00pm Monday through Friday and 10:30am – 7:00pm on Saturday & Sunday.

If you love all of Barbara Lynch’s FP3 creations, including Sportello, Menton, and Drink, consider moving into an FP3 luxury terrace condo or penthouse condo! Contact FP3 today to procure your new Sportello adjacent home.

As the ball dropped in Time Square, with champagne in hand, many of us looked back on the previous year, and more importantly, looked forward to the New Year ahead. We reflected on the changes we wanted (or needed) in life, and determined resolutions in order to make those changes and improve our way of life.

Now that the month of January has come and gone, it’s about that time for us to check in on those New Year resolutions we made. Now ask yourself how are they coming along.  Do you still have a sense of wanting more out of 2011? Not sure if you’ll be able to achieve those resolutions?  Maybe what you need is a change of scenery.  Perhaps a luxury condominium on the Waterfront? If so, FP3 is ready to help and support you.  In fact, here are just a few among many resolutions that can be achieved with FP3 living:

“I resolve to spend more time outdoors.”
Have you seen the Terraces at FP3? It’s where the great outdoors come to life! Spectacular views of the Boston skyline, Waterfront and Seaport neighborhood abound. And great views mean more natural sunlight! FP3 is also one block from Boston’s scenic Harborwalk, which inspires long runs and bike rides, not to mention walks with the dog.

“I need to save more money.”
FP3 still represents one of the best values in Boston. A few studios, starting at $369,000, are still available, and our 2-bedrooms and duplexes start at $679,000. Brand new, modern space for less money is a guaranteed great investment for the future.

“I promise to become more cultured and artistic.”
FP3 has its own art gallery in the Lobby of the building. Live here and you’re surrounded by local and regional artwork when you come home every day. And some of the hippest and coolest galleries in the city reside nearby, along with The Institute of Contemporary Art which is just a few walkable blocks away.

“I’ll eat better and broaden my horizons when it comes to trying new cuisine.”
FP3 is home to Barbara Lynch’s top dining and cocktailing establishments. Drink, Sportello and Menton are on the first floor of FP3, which means you can take the elevator home after dining downstairs. The accolades keep pouring in! Menton was recently named one of the Best New Restaurants in the United States by GQ and Esquire magazines.

“I want to lead, not follow what others are doing.”
The Seaport neighborhood and South Boston Waterfront have been dubbed the hottest neighborhoods in Boston. Louis opened here last year, and the area is now home to great restaurants, art galleries and public spaces. Visionaries have already realized the true potential of this area, which is within walking distance to the Financial District, and at the entrance to every major highway.

“This year, I vow to entertain at home more.”
Our four Penthouses are perfect for entertaining family and friends in an open-concept living area. Arclinea kitchens here are designed by Hacin + Associates and chef Barbara Lynch and are equipped with Sub-zero and Miele stainless steel appliances, and outdoor terraces provide stunning backdrops for spring and summer barbecues.

“I will follow market trends more closely.”
In 2010, 28 homes were sold at FP3. Given current market conditions, on-going demand and interest in FP3, and growth opportunities forecasted for the Seaport area, we anticipate another successful year for FP3. 

Resolve to Live FP3 today!