architecture
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I Want Micro-Scale Model Railroads Hidden In Every Room of My House
Building an elaborate model railroad looks like a legitimately relaxing and rewarding hobby, but if you don’t have an entire basement to dedicate to a sprawling countryside layout, take inspiration from Peter Waldraff who builds micro-scale railways hidden away in pieces of furniture and other unassuming pieces of decor around their home.
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Behold The Fleetwood Building, The Most Cadillacest Building On Earth
I could have sworn I’ve written about this architectural masterpiece before, but, somehow, it seems like I haven’t, so let’s just solve that right now. My friends, please allow me to introduce you to 19611 Ventura Blvd in Tarzana, California, otherwise known as The Fleetwood Centre, other-otherwise known as That Strip Mall What Looks Like…
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Sanctuary Temples in Ancient Greece Had Accessibility Ramps, New Research Suggests
Ramps at ancient Greek healing temples provided access for people with disabilities, according to new research. If confirmed, this would be the earliest evidence of a society making architectural adjustments to support accessibility.
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MIT Confirms A Bridge Leonardo Da Vinci Designed 500 Years Ago Was An Ancient Engineering Marvel
Some 500 years after his death, researchers are still discovering just how talented and brilliant Leonardo da Vinci was. Architects and civil engineers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology used a 3D printer to create a replica of a bridge da Vinci designed, but never built. To their surprise, not only did it work, but…