Keep Looking Up

I mentioned before how much I enjoyed the Jefferson Building in Washington. The moment you walk into the main building, you are caught by surprise by the beauty and details…

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Julia Ideson Building

As mentioned in the state historical marker, Julia Ideson was the Houston Public Library librarian from 1903 to 1945.  Under her term, the library expanded its services to include several branches and…

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Halls of Influence

Since our country is relatively young compared to the rest of the world, the influence of other cultures can be seen in our architecture, especially in early federal government buildings…

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Capitol Stars

They say the stars at night, are big and bright, deep in the heart of Texas. Though Austin is deep in the heart of Texas, its downtown lights prevent you from seeing…

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1100 Louisiana

It’s amazing how just crossing the street of a large city can offer an entirely different look. Across the intersection from the Wells Fargo Plaza is 1100 Louisiana. At the base of…

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A Quiet Courtyard

Older architecture has many features you don’t see in most new buildings. The courtyard was a place where you entered, before entering the building. It set the mood and gave you a…

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