There is a lovely neighborhood in Eagle Rock just below the 134 freeway. It’s a small 2 mile stretch with an eclectic mix of residential architecture.

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Travel - Norway

Using this New Year’s Day 2025 to catch up on my blog posts. Ålesund, our sole Scandinavian cruise port of call in Norway, was picturesque and lovely.

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Architectural Field Trip - Pacific Design Center

Have you been to the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood? A couple weeks ago I got to visit for the first time. Described as a cultural icon, the audacious set of buidings did not disappoint!

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Architecture Field Trip - Alhambra and San Gabriel

On occasion I am in Alhambra and neighboring San Gabriel, mainly to eat at a favorite Vietnamese restaurant or to shop at an Asian market. I try to combine my errands with a little art/architecture spotting.

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