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What’s a Cape Cod?

We’ll focus every so often on a style of architecture found in the greater Philadelphia area – this week, it’s the Cape Cod. The Cape Cod style house  (or “Cape”) originated in the 17th century as a mostly symmetrical 1.5 … Continue reading

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Things we like . . .

Via philebrity.com: New Book Takes A Look At West Philadelphia Architecture.

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Philadelphia Rowhouses

The city planning commission developed this incredible resource and fascinating history of the Philadelphia Rowhouse, available here.  It’s a great guide for the row-home-owner and an interesting read for anyone with an appreciation of architectural or Philadelphia history.   Posted … Continue reading

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