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2 days ago

This Beautiful Brazilian Port Town Has Cobblestone Streets, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Great Food

Paraty's slowed pace, preserved colonial architecture, tropical setting, and layered history of gold, sugar, coffee, and decline define its charm and visitor experience.
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4 days ago

This Luxury Hotel Was Voted the No. 1 City Hotel in Mexico-Here's What It's Like to Stay

Rosewood San Miguel de Allende delivers authentic colonial architecture, outstanding regional cuisine, Indigenous spa treatments, and luxurious rooms that justify its top-ranked reputation.
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fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This Resort on Barbados' 'Platinum Coast' Just Reopened With Beach Access, Swim-up Suites, Lagoon Pools, and a Rum Vault

Colony Club in Barbados is a recently renovated luxury resort preserving colonial architecture while offering lagoon pools, beach and poolside service, and 96 renovated rooms.
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1 month ago

New York's Oldest Restaurant Has Been Serving Meals Since Colonial Times - Mashed

Originally constructed as a home by a merchant named Casparus Mabie, '76 House was later operated as a tavern. One of the country's oldest operating restaurants, it functioned as a key social and political hub that drew locals and soldiers alike during the Revolutionary War. Plenty of history has been made in the restaurant in the past two and a half centuries.
History
History
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1 month ago

Preserving an American treasure: How a landmark restoration effort will save the oldest house in NYC

A rare colonial-era Staten Island house, notable for its French medieval architecture, is receiving funding for restoration to reopen to the public.
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1 month ago

In the Heart of Chevy Chase - Washingtonian

Nestled in the heart of Chevy Chase, Maryland, this traditional Colonial-style home blends timeless charm with modern versatility. Set on a tree-lined street, the residence captures the elegance of classic architecture with its symmetrical façade, brick exterior, and shuttered windows. Inside, spacious living areas feature hardwood floors and a welcoming fireplace, creating a warm and refined atmosphere. One of the home's most unique features is its thoughtfully designed accessory apartment.
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History
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

The Architect as Policymaker: The Case of Comayagua's Heritage Preservation in Honduras

Comayagua preserves extensive Spanish colonial architecture and a Baroque cathedral, with Honduras and Spain launching restoration efforts to protect the historic center.
Remodel
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

The Transposed Monument: Murray House and the Paradox of Preservation

Deliberate dismantling and reassembly preserves architectural elements and cultural significance through transformation while sacrificing original context.
Renovation
fromRemodelista
3 months ago

Steal This Look: An Idiosyncratic French Mod Bedroom in Bellport, NY - Remodelista

The redesign of a colonial house balances colonial architecture with midcentury furniture and modern colors.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
4 months ago

Jiuguo Courtyard Inn / Modum Atelier

Jiuguo Courtyard Inn is a youth hotel in Tianjin, designed to highlight its historical architecture while enhancing its entrance and courtyard.
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