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The Crown Jewel of the Appian Way in Rome
Follow me into the center of an 85 foot tomb.
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“When in Rome…”
It’s sage advice, because it’s all about respect.
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The Robie House, Chicago
“One of the seven most notable residences ever built in America.”
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Chicago’s Shoreline Sightseeing Architecture River Tour
An eclectic and chaotic jumble of architectural gorgeousness!
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Exploring DC: The Library of Congress
I have always been in awe of the very concept of this building.
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The Oldest Bridge in the World
Further evidence of Iraq’s rich architectural heritage.
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The Gaches Mansion
I love Victorian houses, with their elegant porches, dormers, scrollwork, and spindles. I particularly love the Queen Anne style, because towers and turrets make my imagination run wild. I can see myself living in one of these magical manses, wearing high-collared, full-length dresses. I just can’t picture me paying the heating bill. One of my…
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Architectural Salvage Yards
“Hey, where was that place that you got all the cool used doors and grates and glass blocks for the house you used to own here in Jacksonville?” He asked. “Burkhalters,” I replied, and a tsunami of nostalgia washed over me. I absolutely love salvage yards. I don’t know why more people don’t take advantage…
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Shipping Container Chic
No doubt about it. Seattle is booming. The city bird should be the construction crane. Despite the astonishing number of buildings being erected, contractors can barely keep up with the housing demand. Because of this, landlords know they can basically charge whatever they like in rent. According to Rent Jungle, as of May 2015, the…
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Ljubljana, Slovenia: Here there be Dragons
Another delightful tourist destination that you rarely hear about is Ljubljana in the heart of Slovenia. I have no idea why. If for no other reason, it should be a part of your itinerary simply so that you can say Ljubljana. It rolls off the tongue in a whimsical way. (Listen to it here.) Not…