Building Technology Heritage Library

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Real News About Fake Materials

A look back at imitations of stone in the 20th century. More

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The Building Blocks: A Brief History of Brick

A look at the evolution of brick applications following the Industrial Revolution. More

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Revisit the Ornamentation of Victorian-Era Design

The BTHL documents design elements from the period lasting from 1837 to 1901 that... More

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A Look Back at The Adornment and Design of 20th Century Religious Structures

See examples of church and synagogue architecture from the early 1900s, archived... More

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Beyond the Garden: How Hardscaping Product Manufacturers Shaped Property Design in the 20th Century

The Building Technology Heritage Library chronicles roadway, paving, and fencing... More

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A Brief History of Residential Design by Radford Architectural Co.

The Riverside, Ill.–based company provided residential plans in various... More

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A Visual History of Elevator Design

The Building Technology Heritage Library documents the technological advances made... More

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The Timeless Charm of the Tin Ceiling

The Building Technology Heritage Library chronicles the 60-year history of the... More

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Stepping Up Stairway Design

The BTHL showcases stair designs for form and function throughout the 20th century. More

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Architecture and the Automobile

The BTHL chronicles 20th-century design and technology advances for garages,... More

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