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.

Porto Alegre, Brazil

Palácio do Comércio

Palácio do Comércio is not just a source of “architectural pride”, but a historical city-wide landmark.

Paris, France

Place Vendôme

The site of some of the most luxurious brands is also the site of some of the most unusual ... recycling.

Woodstock, Illinois, United States

Sunnyside Farms

Woodstock would forever be changed by playing the part of a village over 500 miles away—Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania.

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Kings Theatre

Behind every good king is a great queen.

Plymouth, Michigan, United States

Penn Theatre

This community staple was without a "movie staple" in its first decade.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Horace Jayne House

This building which drew inspiration from the battlefield is the missing link from Thomas Jefferson's Monticello to Frank Lloyd Wright's organic architecture.

Inverness, California, United States

KPH Maritime Radio Receiving Station

A trip through the tree tunnel is a ticket to another world. It’s easy to get lost in the wonder of the place… but, wait! Listen closely… we’re receiving a message.

Prague, Czech Republic

Hotel Opera

A hot-pink confection of Bohemian Neo-Renaissance style, the Hotel Opera stands in the less touristy Nové Město, or “New Town,” quarter of storied Prague.

Salzburg, Austria

Schloss Hellbrunn

This Austrian palace is celebrated for its fountains and water tricks.

Antwerp, Belgium

Ganterie Boon

Antwerp’s last remaining store dedicated to handmade leather gloves.

Helsinki, Finland

Ihantola

Ihantola translates to “Wonderful Place” and oh, what a wonder it is!

Tobermory, Isle of Mull, United Kingdom

Tobermory

A harbor possibly holding buried treasure.

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Maybole, Scotland

Culzean Castle

A Scottish Castle once featured on a bank note.

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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.

Roosendaal, Netherlands

Ludwigstraat 2

The Amsterdam School: when Architects became Artists.

Los Angeles, California, United States

The Harlan Residences

Golden Age of Hollywood apartments that once housed a speakeasy.

Bologna, Italy

Calderara di Reno

This Town Hall building from Calderara di Reno in Italy has been wrought with a turbulent history and resilient people.

Porto, Portugal

Igreja do Carmo

Azulejo-adorned Baroque church in Porto is home to a "hidden" next-door neighbor.

Bridgetown, Barbados

Nidḥe Israel Synagogue

The British government opened Barbados to many settlers, and so Sephardic Jews from Brazil and Holland sought refuge there from the grips of the Inquisition while they were also drawn to the wealth of the sugar trade.

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. 

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Sun Valley, Idaho, United States

Sun Valley Resort & Lodge

In 1936, this Idahoan valley traded sheep for ski enthusiasts--and has never looked back.

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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.

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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.

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