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Classic Facades
The stunners contained within this theme scream AWA. Guess what, they are all real places, each with a story to tell. We invite you to explore some of the most "classic" spots around the globe.
Paris, France
Syndicat de L’Épicerie Française
This Art Nouveau building was once home to France's most powerful grocer's union.
Salzburg, Austria
Schloss Hellbrunn
This Austrian palace is celebrated for its fountains and water tricks.
Flint, Michigan, United States
The Capitol Theatre
A theater restoration even it's ghosts can appreciate.
Tobermory, Isle of Mull, United Kingdom
Tobermory
A harbor possibly holding buried treasure.
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Washington DC, United States
Capitol Hill Books
Buyers, beware. One member of the crew at Capitol Hill Books isn’t here for your crap — and he means, it in the most caring, sincere way possible.
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Fairfield, Connecticut, United States
Southport Savings Bank
When choosing a location for their new home, Southport Savings Bank decided to keep an eye on their competition, by moving in right across the street.
Paris, France
Hotel Duret de Chevry
This hotel, like its "famed" architect, may not be what/who it appears to be...
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Los Angeles, California, United States
The Harlan Residences
Golden Age of Hollywood apartments that once housed a speakeasy.
Havana, Cuba
Bacardi Building
Home to a grand design, this structure might make one go "batty" for Art Deco.
Porto, Portugal
Igreja do Carmo
Azulejo-adorned Baroque church in Porto is home to a "hidden" next-door neighbor.
Ketchum, Idaho, United States
Pioneer Saloon
Now known for its margaritas as well as displaying one of the author’s hunting rifles, one could assume Hemingway today would be more than happy to continue hanging out at the establishment—especially for its infamy as an illegal gambling den in the bar’s early history.
Sun Valley, Idaho, United States
Sun Valley Resort & Lodge
In 1936, this Idahoan valley traded sheep for ski enthusiasts--and has never looked back.
Lugo, Spain
The Círculo de las Artes
The only city in the world to be completely surrounded by intact Roman walls.
South Ayrshire, Scotland
Girvan
When people think of Scotland, pristine, long, sandy beaches are probably not top of mind. The people of Girvan, however, would like a word.
Fresno, California, United States
Fresno Brewing Company
This all-brick building is the last remaining original structure of the Fresno Brewing Company.
Singapore, Singapore
The Arts House
This arts building was built as a private residence, and yet spent the last 200 years as a governmental building.
Paris, France
Petit Palais
As you stroll through the museum, imagine being among the first to see it, one of fifty million visitors who came to Paris in 1900, eager for their chance to see a whole new world.
Keszthely, Hungary
Festetics Palace
Some of us are just late bloomers, but this hulking Hungarian palace had a bit longer of an awkward phase than we're used to.
Los Angeles, California, United States
Pico House
Pico may translate to "peak," but the city of Los Angeles was only just getting started during the construction of this landmark
Oxford, United Kingdom
All Souls College
This college is virtually unchanged since its opening in 1438, whispering centuries of stories to its visitors. The most famous tale of all? A Duck on Parade.
Madrid, Spain
Cine Doré
Madrid’s famed theater is sure to hook you with its beaming brick-orange facade, then reel you in with its story of renaissance, resistance, and rebirth.
Olesa de Montserrat, Barcelona, Spain
Vador Bruixa
This custom residential home belonged to textile entrepreneur Salvador Ubach.
Venice, Italy
Church of San Zaccaria
Nestled on the edge of the famed canal city, this Venetian church attracts visitors with its ornate facade and flooded crypt — but its most interesting story is over a thousand years old, on a night when the church played host to a Pope on the run…
Hanoi, Vietnam
Presidential Palace
A symbol of when it was a French colony, the presidential palaces offers a glimpse into the storied history of Vietnam.
Columbus, Ohio, United States
Drexel Theatre
This theater has made a name for itself playing movies that won't get played anywhere else, and even teamed up with a local brewery for a Wes Anderson themed beer.
Grand Junction, Colorado, United States
Wayne N. Aspinall Federal Building and Courthouse
A painting removed for a routine cleaning disappeared for decades.
London, United Kingdom
Somerset House
Originally built in 1547, this Palace was a centerpiece of the British monarchy during the Protestant Reformation.
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Vijećnica
Playing host to the killing that sparked WWI was only the beginning of this heralded hall’s story — it’s one of triumph, tragedy, and a tantalizing return to glory.
Gothenburg, Sweden
The Garden Society of Gothenburg
The 19th century garden park was created after an amateur botanist convinced the King of Sweden to build it.
Palermo, Italy
Palazzina Cinese
This weirdly wonderful palace was the result of a most fortunate twist of fate. A punishment only fit for a King — exile in Sicily.