I recently had the chance to stay at one of my favorite local houses, the Vrooman Mansion Bed & Breakfast….
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Adventures in Architecture
See the world through the eyes of an architect. Join us as we explore the world around us. Locally and across the globe. Architecture transcends buildings.
Architecture is people, places and things that interact, affect and impact the built environment. It includes culture and customs. History and science. Nature. And even food and drink.
From Paris travel tips and Walt Disney World to the Art Deco architecture of Chicago and local old house tours, we cover all things architecture where ever they may be.
Inside the Beautiful Vrooman Mansion
My dear friend Andy loves antiques and old houses. So when she came back to the area for her birthday,…
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Old House Society Home Tour 2019
This summer, Kim and I went to Bloomington’s Old House Society Home Tour. This was our second year to attend,…
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15 Incredible Beach Vacation Home Rentals
January is the worst month of the year. The worst. The holidays are over. It’s cold and dreary. There’s nothing…
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15 Amazing Ski Vacation Home Rentals
Although I’ve only gone skiing a few times, I would love to go on a ski vacation. Not so much…
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Looking for the Best Family Vacation Ideas? Ditch the Hotel!
I’m always on the lookout for family vacation ideas – fun things to see and do, or great places to…
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Chicago’s Carbide and Carbon Building
The Carbide and Carbon Building is one of my all time favorite buildings. Its over-the-top ornamentation, dark green terra cotta…
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Chicago Art Deco Architecture Tour
Recently, Kim and I spent a few days in Chicago, and we made sure to check out the Chicago Architecture Center’s cool…
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