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  • Phuket Town Architecture - One of the features of Phuket shophouses or "row houses" is the front verandahs form a sheltered walkway and intricate stucco designs often grace their facades. Many walkways and interiors are covered with ceramic tiles with elaborate European motifs.  Phuket has a long association with European trading nations:  Portugal, Great Britain and France with an established population of ethnic Chinese. Phuket City has always been a meeting place of Thai and Malays and the overall result was a fascinating mixture of architecture - therefore the look and feel of old Phuket is unique in Thailand.  These colorful sino-portuguese buildings of Phuket Town were built during the tin mining boom in the late 1800s.  Main one or two storeys tall, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore, often called "shophouse architecture". Unique features of these buildings is the open-air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropics.
    phuket-vernacular-architecture-5.jpg
  • Phuket Town Architecture - One of the features of Phuket shophouses or "row houses" is the front verandahs form a sheltered walkway and intricate stucco designs often grace their facades. Many walkways and interiors are covered with ceramic tiles with elaborate European motifs.  Phuket has a long association with European trading nations:  Portugal, Great Britain and France with an established population of ethnic Chinese. Phuket City has always been a meeting place of Thai and Malays and the overall result was a fascinating mixture of architecture - therefore the look and feel of old Phuket is unique in Thailand.  These colorful sino-portuguese buildings of Phuket Town were built during the tin mining boom in the late 1800s.  Main one or two storeys tall, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore, often called "shophouse architecture". Unique features of these buildings is the open-air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropics.
    phuket-vernacular-architecture-3.jpg
  • Phuket Town Architecture - One of the features of Phuket shophouses or "row houses" is the front verandahs form a sheltered walkway and intricate stucco designs often grace their facades. Many walkways and interiors are covered with ceramic tiles with elaborate European motifs.  Phuket has a long association with European trading nations:  Portugal, Great Britain and France with an established population of ethnic Chinese. Phuket City has always been a meeting place of Thai and Malays and the overall result was a fascinating mixture of architecture - therefore the look and feel of old Phuket is unique in Thailand.  These colorful sino-portuguese buildings of Phuket Town were built during the tin mining boom in the late 1800s.  Main one or two storeys tall, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore, often called "shophouse architecture". Unique features of these buildings is the open-air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropics.
    phuket-vernacular-architecture-4.jpg
  • Phuket Town Architecture - One of the features of Phuket shophouses or "row houses" is the front verandahs form a sheltered walkway and intricate stucco designs often grace their facades. Many walkways and interiors are covered with ceramic tiles with elaborate European motifs.  Phuket has a long association with European trading nations:  Portugal, Great Britain and France with an established population of ethnic Chinese. Phuket City has always been a meeting place of Thai and Malays and the overall result was a fascinating mixture of architecture - therefore the look and feel of old Phuket is unique in Thailand.  These colorful sino-portuguese buildings of Phuket Town were built during the tin mining boom in the late 1800s.  Main one or two storeys tall, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore, often called "shophouse architecture". Unique features of these buildings is the open-air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropics.
    phuket-vernacular-architecture-2.jpg
  • Phuket Town Architecture - One of the features of Phuket shophouses or "row houses" is the front verandahs form a sheltered walkway and intricate stucco designs often grace their facades. Many walkways and interiors are covered with ceramic tiles with elaborate European motifs.  Phuket has a long association with European trading nations:  Portugal, Great Britain and France with an established population of ethnic Chinese. Phuket City has always been a meeting place of Thai and Malays and the overall result was a fascinating mixture of architecture - therefore the look and feel of old Phuket is unique in Thailand.  These colorful sino-portuguese buildings of Phuket Town were built during the tin mining boom in the late 1800s.  Main one or two storeys tall, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore, often called "shophouse architecture". Unique features of these buildings is the open-air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropics.
    phuket-vernacular-architecture-1.jpg
  • Vernacular Filipino architecture on the island of Siquijor often includes gingerbread details carved into the eaves or window frames.  Though evocative architecture is rare in most towns in the Philippines, other than UNESCO protected sites, it is commonly found nearly everywhere, though poorly maintained by locals who normally do not appreciate its inherent beauty.
    siquijor-architecture-3.jpg
  • Pere Antoine Restaurant -The French Quarter, also known as the Vieux Carré, is the oldest neighborhood in the city of New Orleans. After New Orleans was founded in 1718 the city developed around the Vieux Carré "Old Square" in English.  The district is more commonly called the French Quarter today, or simply "The Quarter."  Most of the present day historic buildings were constructed during the late 18th century, during the city's period of Spanish rule, and reflect Spanish colonial architecture.  The district as a whole has been designated as a National Historic Landmark. Because of its distance from areas where the levee was breached during Hurricane Katrina, it suffered relatively light damage compared to other areas of the city and region.
    french-quarter-architecture-3.jpg
  • The French Quarter, also known as the Vieux Carré, is the oldest neighborhood in the city of New Orleans. After New Orleans was founded in 1718 the city developed around the Vieux Carré "Old Square" in English. The district is more commonly called the French Quarter today, or simply "The Quarter." Most of the present day historic buildings were constructed during the late 18th century, during the city's period of Spanish rule, and reflect Spanish colonial architecture. The district as a whole has been designated as a National Historic Landmark. Because of its distance from areas where the levee was breached during Hurricane Katrina, it suffered relatively light damage compared to other areas of the city and region.
    french-quarter-architecture-2.jpg
  • Galle Architecture -  With the arrival of colonialism to Sri Lanka which is evident in the architecture. Very few buildings of the Portuguese era survives, however many building from the Dutch era can be found within the fort area of Galle built by the Dutch in the year 1663 which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many important historic buildings were built by the colonial governments. These were often built in one or another European architectural style, which was in fashion at the time such as the Palladian, Renaissance or Neo-classical styles.
    galle-architecture-6.jpg
  • Cajun Creole Architecture
    cajun-creole-architecture-1.jpg
  • Hoi An Architecture Reflecting on the Thu Bon River - Hoi An Architecture - together with the Chinese and Vietnamese architectural gems, 19th century stucco houses that show both influences from east and west add to the color of this eclectic mixture. Most of these beautiful buildings are well preserved and show an nteresting mix of architecture - all of which gives Hoi An UNESCO World Heritage Status.
    architecture-hoi-an-2.jpg
  • Cajun Creole Architecture
    cajun-creole-architecture-3.jpg
  • Hoi An Architecture Reflecting on the Thu Bon River - Hoi An Architecture - together with the Chinese and Vietnamese architectural gems, 19th century stucco houses that show both influences from east and west add to the color of this eclectic mixture. Most of these beautiful buildings are well preserved and show an nteresting mix of architecture - all of which gives Hoi An UNESCO World Heritage Status.
    architecture-hoi-an-1.jpg
  • Galle Architecture -  With the arrival of colonialism to Sri Lanka which is evident in the architecture. Very few buildings of the Portuguese era survives, however many building from the Dutch era can be found within the fort area of Galle built by the Dutch in the year 1663 which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many important historic buildings were built by the colonial governments. These were often built in one or another European architectural style, which was in fashion at the time such as the Palladian, Renaissance or Neo-classical styles.
    galle-architecture-4.jpg
  • The colonial architecture of Macau is predominantly Portuguese. Spanish and Italian architecture also contributed  with regards to religious architecture.  The architectural sensibility in Macau, as well as the local foods are the main contributions of the Portuguese.
    portuguese-architecture-macau-1.jpg
  • Galle Architecture -  With the arrival of colonialism to Sri Lanka which is evident in the architecture. Very few buildings of the Portuguese era survives, however many building from the Dutch era can be found within the fort area of Galle built by the Dutch in the year 1663 which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many important historic buildings were built by the colonial governments. These were often built in one or another European architectural style, which was in fashion at the time such as the Palladian, Renaissance or Neo-classical styles.
    galle-architecture-3.jpg
  • Galle Architecture -  With the arrival of colonialism to Sri Lanka which is evident in the architecture. Very few buildings of the Portuguese era survives, however many building from the Dutch era can be found within the fort area of Galle built by the Dutch in the year 1663 which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many important historic buildings were built by the colonial governments. These were often built in one or another European architectural style, which was in fashion at the time such as the Palladian, Renaissance or Neo-classical styles.
    galle-architecture-9.jpg
  • The Lanna Architecture Center - the purpose of the center is to conduct research and collect information about Lanna art and architecture, with the intention of preserving skills and techniques that would otherwise be lost to time.  The facility is housed in a two storey teak building. The ground floor has columns with semi-arches, and is made of brick covered with stucco.  The home was known as Khum Jao Bureeratana  or Maha Intra -  and was once the house of a Chiang Mai royal.  There are occasional exhibitions about Thai northern architecture here.
    lanna-architecture-centre-1.jpg
  • Galle Architecture -  With the arrival of colonialism to Sri Lanka which is evident in the architecture. Very few buildings of the Portuguese era survives, however many building from the Dutch era can be found within the fort area of Galle built by the Dutch in the year 1663 which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many important historic buildings were built by the colonial governments. These were often built in one or another European architectural style, which was in fashion at the time such as the Palladian, Renaissance or Neo-classical styles.
    galle-architecture-1.jpg
  • Galle Architecture -  With the arrival of colonialism to Sri Lanka which is evident in the architecture. Very few buildings of the Portuguese era survives, however many building from the Dutch era can be found within the fort area of Galle built by the Dutch in the year 1663 which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many important historic buildings were built by the colonial governments. These were often built in one or another European architectural style, which was in fashion at the time such as the Palladian, Renaissance or Neo-classical styles.
    galle-architecture-2.jpg
  • Philippine Vernacular architecture - Pinero House, Dumaguete - traditional post and lintel construction makes use of building materials that are abundant and immediately available.  Local timber, bamboo, and even palm fronds.  This helps create a light structure suitable for the tropics. Another concept often used is that of a central space around which a house might be arranged and subsequently be expanded. The roof is regarded as an element in Filipino architecture with a steep slope for easily shedding rain, or a means for storing rainwater. The steep slope also helps keep hot indoor air flow upwards to the top of the roof and away from  living areas. Overhangs protect the windows from sunlight and rain.  Elements of Spanish-Colonial and American forms of architecture are very often inspirations to the designs.
    philippines-vernacular-architecture-...jpg
  • Galle Architecture -  With the arrival of colonialism to Sri Lanka which is evident in the architecture. Very few buildings of the Portuguese era survives, however many building from the Dutch era can be found within the fort area of Galle built by the Dutch in the year 1663 which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many important historic buildings were built by the colonial governments. These were often built in one or another European architectural style, which was in fashion at the time such as the Palladian, Renaissance or Neo-classical styles.
    galle-architecture-8.jpg
  • Philippine Vernacular architecture - Pinero House, Dumaguete - traditional post and lintel construction makes use of building materials that are abundant and immediately available.  Local timber, bamboo, and even palm fronds.  This helps create a light structure suitable for the tropics. Another concept often used is that of a central space around which a house might be arranged and subsequently be expanded. The roof is regarded as an element in Filipino architecture with a steep slope for easily shedding rain, or a means for storing rainwater. The steep slope also helps keep hot indoor air flow upwards to the top of the roof and away from  living areas. Overhangs protect the windows from sunlight and rain.  Elements of Spanish-Colonial and American forms of architecture are very often inspirations to the designs.
    philippines-vernacular-architecture-...jpg
  • Many other buildings in and around Lampang have Burmese influences.  Apart from the temples built in Burmese style, the architecture often reflects British influences, as seen by the Burmese.  That is to say, lots of gingerbread.  There are also some Chinese characteristics, especially with regards to shophouse design.  Most of these buildings are found along the Wang River area in Kad Kong Ta community.
    kad-kong-ta-architecture-2.jpg
  • Colorful sino-portuguese buildings of Phuket Town were built during the tin mining boom in the late 1800s.  Main one or two storeys tall, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore, often called "shophouse architecture". Unique features of these buildings is the open-air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropics.
    phuket-architecture-1.jpg
  • Colorful sino-portuguese buildings of Phuket Town were built during the tin mining boom in the late 1800s.  Main one or two storeys tall, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore, often called "shophouse architecture". Unique features of these buildings is the open-air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropics.
    phuket-architecture-2.jpg
  • Colorful sino-portuguese buildings of Phuket Town were built during the tin mining boom in the late 1800s.  Main one or two storeys tall, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore, often called "shophouse architecture". Unique features of these buildings is the open-air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropics.
    phuket-architecture-3.jpg
  • Tokyo Modern Architecture - one of the world's most eclectic cities on earth in terms of architecture and Harajuku and neighboring Aoyama are the best places to observe the most modern structures.
    tokyo-modern-architecture-8.jpg
  • Interspersed with the Chinese and Vietnamese architectural gems are 19th century wooden houses that show both influences from east and west. Adding color to this already eclectic mixture are numerous examples of Hoi An’s French Colonial past. These simple but elegant buildings, most of them well preserved or renovated.  This interesting mix of architecture has given the town its UNESCO World Heritage Status.
    hoi-an-architecture-11.jpg
  • Interspersed with the Chinese and Vietnamese architectural gems are 19th century wooden houses that show both influences from east and west. Adding color to this already eclectic mixture are numerous examples of Hoi An's French Colonial past. These simple but elegant buildings, most of them well preserved or renovated.  This interesting mix of architecture has given the town its UNESCO World Heritage Status.
    hoi-an-architecture-3.jpg
  • Many other buildings in and around Lampang have Burmese influences.  Apart from the temples built in Burmese style, the architecture often reflects British influences, as seen by the Burmese.  That is to say, lots of gingerbread.  There are also some Chinese characteristics, especially with regards to shophouse design.  Most of these buildings are found along the Wang River area in Kad Kong Ta community.
    kad-kong-ta-architecture-3.jpg
  • Interspersed with the Chinese and Vietnamese architectural gems are 19th century wooden houses that show both influences from east and west. Adding color to this already eclectic mixture are numerous examples of Hoi An’s French Colonial past. These simple but elegant buildings, most of them well preserved or renovated.  This interesting mix of architecture has given the town its UNESCO World Heritage Status.
    hoi-an-architecture-10.jpg
  • Interspersed with the Chinese and Vietnamese architectural gems are 19th century wooden houses that show both influences from east and west. Adding color to this already eclectic mixture are numerous examples of Hoi An’s French Colonial past. These simple but elegant buildings, most of them well preserved or renovated.  This interesting mix of architecture has given the town its UNESCO World Heritage Status.
    hoi-an-architecture-9.jpg
  • Interspersed with the Chinese and Vietnamese architectural gems are 19th century wooden houses that show both influences from east and west. Adding color to this already eclectic mixture are numerous examples of Hoi An’s French Colonial past. These simple but elegant buildings, most of them well preserved or renovated.  This interesting mix of architecture has given the town its UNESCO World Heritage Status.
    hoi-an-architecture-7.jpg
  • French-Colonial Villa in Hoi  An - together with the Chinese and Vietnamese architectural gems, 19th century stucco houses that show both influences from east and west add to the color of this eclectic mixture. Most of these beautiful buildings are well preserved and show an interesting mix of architecture - all of which gives Hoi An UNESCO World Heritage Status.
    hoi-an-architecture-12.jpg
  • Galle's colourful architecture and street scene it is no wonder that the city was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998.  Many building from the Dutch era can be found within the fort area of Galle although it was originally established by the Portuguese and taken over by the British. Styles vary from Palladian, Renaissance to Neo-classical styles.
    galle-architecture-11.jpg
  • Adding color to Hoi An's eclectic mixture of architecture are numerous examples of Hoi An's French Colonial past. Most of these simple, elegant buildings are well preserved or renovated and have given the town its UNESCO World Heritage Status.
    hoi-an-architecture-8.jpg
  • Interspersed with the Chinese and Vietnamese architectural gems are 19th century wooden houses that show both influences from east and west. Adding color to this already eclectic mixture are numerous examples of Hoi An's French Colonial past. These simple but elegant buildings, most of them well preserved or renovated.  This interesting mix of architecture has given the town its UNESCO World Heritage Status.
    hoi-an-architecture-6.jpg
  • French Colonial Architecture in Hoi An - nterspersed with the Chinese and Vietnamese architectural gems are wooden and stucco houses that show both influences from east and west. Adding color to this already eclectic mixture are numerous examples of Hoi An's French Colonial past. These simple but elegant buildings (most of them well preserved or renovated) have given the Hoi An its UNESCO World Heritage Status.
    hoi-an-architecture-1.jpg
  • Tokyo Modern Architecture, Nurses Federation Building on Omotesando in Harajuku.  Tokyo is one of the world's most eclectic cities on earth in terms of architecture and Harajuku is one of the best places to see this diversity.
    tokyo-modern-architecture-2.jpg
  • Arched Colonial Architecture in Cebu City.  Although Cebu City has few colonial buildings left standing, the central business district retains a few surrounding Carbon Market.
    colonial-architecture-cebu-01.jpg
  • Rattanakosin Architecture - Rattanakosin Island is a historic area in the Phra Nakhon District in the city of Bangkok, Thailand bordered by the Chao Phraya River and canals were dug to serve as moats for the originally fortified city centre. The island is the site of the Grand Palace as well as other places of historical significance.
    rattanakosin-architecture.jpg
  • Romanee Street, Old Town Phuket - Colorful sino-portuguese buildings of Phuket Town were built during the tin mining boom in the late 1800s.  Main one or two storeys tall, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore, often called "shophouse architecture". Unique features of these buildings is the open-air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropics.
    phuket-shophouses-10.jpg
  • Romanee Street, Old Town Phuket - Colorful sino-portuguese buildings of Phuket Town were built during the tin mining boom in the late 1800s.  Main one or two storeys tall, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore, often called "shophouse architecture". Unique features of these buildings is the open-air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropics.
    phuket-shophouses-11.jpg
  • Portuguese Architecture at  Macau Fishermans Wharf - The colonial architecture of Macau is predominantly western with the Portuguese playing the most significant part. Spanish and Italian architectural forms also contributed  with regards to religious architecture.  The mixed architectural sensibility dotting the architecture of Macau are first and foremost the contribution of the Portuguese.
    macau-wharf-7.jpg
  • Colorful sino-portuguese buildings of Phuket Town were built during the tin mining boom in the late 1800s.  Main one or two storeys tall, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore, often called "shophouse architecture". Unique features of these buildings is the open-air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropics.
    phuket-shophouses-3.jpg
  • Colorful sino-portuguese buildings of Phuket Town were built during the tin mining boom in the late 1800s.  Main one or two storeys tall, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore, often called "shophouse architecture". Unique features of these buildings is the open-air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropics.
    phuket-shophouses-4.jpg
  • Colorful sino-portuguese buildings of Phuket Town were built during the tin mining boom in the late 1800s.  Main one or two storeys tall, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore, often called "shophouse architecture". Unique features of these buildings is the open-air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropics.
    phuket-shophouses-5.jpg
  • Colorful sino-portuguese buildings of Phuket Town were built during the tin mining boom in the late 1800s.  Main one or two storeys tall, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore, often called "shophouse architecture". Unique features of these buildings is the open-air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropics.
    phuket-shophouses-7.jpg
  • Colorful sino-portuguese buildings of Phuket Town were built during the tin mining boom in the 19th century.  Mainly made up of one or two storeys, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore.  Often called "shophouse architecture" the unique features of these buildings: the open air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropical heat.
    phuket-shophouses-8.jpg
  • Colorful sino-portuguese buildings of Phuket Town were built during the tin mining boom in the late 1800s.  Main one or two storeys tall, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore, often called "shophouse architecture". Unique features of these buildings is the open-air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropics.
    phuket-shophouses-9.jpg
  • Hoi An Architecture - the combination of Chinese, Vietnamese and French-colonial architectural gems has given Hoi An a unique look, that has earned it UNESCO World Heritage status for its intereting blend of architectural styles: 19th century stucco houses that show both influences from east and west add to the color of this eclectic mixture. Most of these beautiful buildings are well preserved and show an nteresting mix of architecture - all of which gives Hoi An UNESCO World Heritage Status.
    trung-hoa-assembly-04.jpg
  • Hoi An Architecture - together with the Chinese and Vietnamese architectural gems, 19th century stucco houses that show both influences from east and west add to the color of this eclectic mixture. Most of these beautiful buildings are well preserved and show an nteresting mix of architecture - all of which gives Hoi An UNESCO World Heritage Status.
    hoi-an-river-5.jpg
  • Hoi An Architecture - together with the Chinese and Vietnamese architectural gems, 19th century stucco houses that show both influences from east and west add to the color of this eclectic mixture. Most of these beautiful buildings are well preserved and show an nteresting mix of architecture - all of which gives Hoi An UNESCO World Heritage Status.
    hoi-an-river-1.jpg
  • Hoi An Architecture - together with the Chinese and Vietnamese architectural gems, 19th century stucco houses that show both influences from east and west add to the color of this eclectic mixture. Most of these beautiful buildings are well preserved and show an nteresting mix of architecture - all of which gives Hoi An UNESCO World Heritage Status.
    hoi-an-river-3.jpg
  • Colorful sino-portuguese buildings of were built during the tin mining boom in the late 1800s.  Main one or two storeys tall, the architecture is similar to those found in Penang and Singapore, often called "shophouse architecture". Unique features of these buildings is the open-air entrances, louvred windows and thick walls to keep them cool in the tropics.
    shophouse.jpg
  • Hoi An Architecture - together with the Chinese and Vietnamese architectural gems, 19th century stucco houses that show both influences from east and west add to the color of this eclectic mixture. Most of these beautiful buildings are well preserved and show an nteresting mix of architecture - all of which gives Hoi An UNESCO World Heritage Status.
    hoi-an-river-4.jpg
  • Kawagoe's Ichiban Gai Street is lined with intriguing buildings of Kurazukuri architecture. The buildings were also resistant against fire because the shogunate promoted roof tiles for the buildings. In the Edo Period, towns with storehouses made of clay were popular..In Kawagoe as well, Kurazukuri merchant houses were built because of the strong business ties with the old city of Edo now known as Tokyo.
    Kawagoe-Ichiban-Gai-6.jpg
  • Kawagoe's Ichiban Gai Street is lined with intriguing buildings of Kurazukuri architecture. The buildings were also resistant against fire because the shogunate promoted roof tiles for the buildings. In the Edo Period, towns with storehouses made of clay were popular..In Kawagoe as well, Kurazukuri merchant houses were built because of the strong business ties with the old city of Edo now known as Tokyo.
    Kawagoe-Ichiban-Gai-4.jpg
  • Kawagoe's Ichiban Gai Street is lined with intriguing buildings of Kurazukuri architecture. The buildings were also resistant against fire because the shogunate promoted roof tiles for the buildings. In the Edo Period, towns with storehouses made of clay were popular..In Kawagoe as well, Kurazukuri merchant houses were built because of the strong business ties with the old city of Edo now known as Tokyo.
    Kawagoe-Ichiban-Gai-2.jpg
  • One of the features of Phuket shophouses  or "row houses" is the front verandahs form a sheltered walkway and intricate stucco designs often grace their facades. Many walkways and interiors are covered with ceramic tiles with elaborate European motifs.  Phuket has a long association with European trading nations:  Portugal, Great Britain and France with an established population of ethnic Chinese. Phuket City has always been a meeting place of Thai and Malays and the overall result was a fascinating mixture of architecture - therefore the look and feel of old Phuket is unique in Thailand.
    phuket-shophouses-2.jpg
  • One of the features of Phuket shophouses  or "row houses" is the front verandahs form a sheltered walkway and intricate stucco designs often grace their facades. Many walkways and interiors are covered with ceramic tiles with elaborate European motifs.  Phuket has a long association with European trading nations:  Portugal, Great Britain and France with an established population of ethnic Chinese. Phuket City has always been a meeting place of Thai and Malays and the overall result was a fascinating mixture of architecture - therefore the look and feel of old Phuket is unique in Thailand.
    phuket-shophouses-6.jpg
  • One of the features of Phuket shophouses  or "row houses" is the front verandahs form a sheltered walkway and intricate stucco designs often grace their facades. Many walkways and interiors are covered with ceramic tiles with elaborate European motifs.  Phuket has a long association with European trading nations:  Portugal, Great Britain and France with an established population of ethnic Chinese. Phuket City has always been a meeting place of Thai and Malays and the overall result was a fascinating mixture of architecture - therefore the look and feel of old Phuket is unique in Thailand.
    phuket-shophouses-14.jpg
  • One of the features of Phuket shophouses  or "row houses" is the front verandahs form a sheltered walkway and intricate stucco designs often grace their facades. Many walkways and interiors are covered with ceramic tiles with elaborate European motifs.  Phuket has a long association with European trading nations:  Portugal, Great Britain and France with an established population of ethnic Chinese. Phuket City has always been a meeting place of Thai and Malays and the overall result was a fascinating mixture of architecture - therefore the look and feel of old Phuket is unique in Thailand.
    phuket-shophouses-1.jpg
  • Romanee Street - One of the features of Phuket shophouses, or row houses as they are often called, is that the front verandahs form a sheltered walkway with intricate stucco designs gracing their facades. Walkways and interiors are covered with ceramic tiles with elaborate motifs.  Phuket has a long association with European trading nations such as  Portugal, Great Britain and France with an established population of ethnic Chinese who were the original traders. Phuket City has always been a meeting place of Thai and Malays and the overall result was a fascinating mixture of architecture.  Therefore the look and feel of old Phuket is unique in Thailand.
    phuket-shophouses-13.jpg
  • French Colonial Architecture in Laos - In order to make French colonists feel more at home and at the same time to reflect its vision of imperial grandeur, the French colonial government rebuilt Laotian cities according to European specifications.
    french-colonial-savannakhet-3.jpg
  • French Colonial Architecture in Laos - In order to make French colonists feel more at home and at the same time to reflect its vision of imperial grandeur, the French colonial government rebuilt Laotian cities according to European specifications.
    french-colonial-savannakhet-4.jpg
  • Kawagoe's Ichiban Gai Street is lined with intriguing buildings of Kurazukuri architecture. The buildings were also resistant against fire because the shogunate promoted roof tiles for the buildings. In the Edo Period, towns with storehouses made of clay were popular..In Kawagoe as well, Kurazukuri merchant houses were built because of the strong business ties with the old city of Edo now known as Tokyo.
    Kawagoe-Ichiban-Gai-1.jpg
  • One of the features of Phuket shophouses  or "row houses" is the front verandahs form a sheltered walkway and intricate stucco designs often grace their facades. Many walkways and interiors are covered with ceramic tiles with elaborate European motifs.  Phuket has a long association with European trading nations:  Portugal, Great Britain and France with an established population of ethnic Chinese. Phuket City has always been a meeting place of Thai and Malays and the overall result was a fascinating mixture of architecture - therefore the look and feel of old Phuket is unique in Thailand.
    phuket-shophouses-15.jpg
  • One of the features of Phuket shophouses  or "row houses" is the front verandahs form a sheltered walkway and intricate stucco designs often grace their facades. Many walkways and interiors are covered with ceramic tiles with elaborate European motifs.  Phuket has a long association with European trading nations:  Portugal, Great Britain and France with an established population of ethnic Chinese. Phuket City has always been a meeting place of Thai and Malays and the overall result was a fascinating mixture of architecture - therefore the look and feel of old Phuket is unique in Thailand.
    phuket-shophouses-12.jpg
  • Faded French-Colonial Architecture in Kampot, Cambodia -  In order to make colonists feel more at home and at the same time to reflect its vision of imperial grandeur, the French colonial government set about building  Cambodian cities according to European specifications.  Often painted ochre or lemon yellow, these structures are commonly government offices and little appreciated by your average Cambodian.  In other instances, they have been tarted up by foriegn owners and turned into cafes or hotels.
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  • Faded French-Colonial Architecture in Kampot, Cambodia -  In order to make colonists feel more at home and at the same time to reflect its vision of imperial grandeur, the French colonial government set about building  Cambodian cities according to European specifications.  Often painted ochre or lemon yellow, these structures are commonly government offices and little appreciated by your average Cambodian.  In other instances, they have been tarted up by foriegn owners and turned into cafes or hotels.
    french-colonial-kampot-3.jpg
  • French Colonial Architecture Laos - In order to make French colonists feel more at home and at the same time to reflect its vision of imperial grandeur, the French colonial government rebuilt  Laotian cities according to European specifications.
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  • Villa Santi Hotel makes the most of its French Colonial architecture and the first comfortable hotel in Luang Praban - In order to make French colonists feel more at home and at the same time to reflect its vision of imperial grandeur, the French colonial government rebuilt  Laotian cities according to European specifications.
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  • The Calao Inn Hotel makes the most of its French Colonial Architecture along with its view of the Mekong River in Luang Prabang - In order to make French colonists feel more at home and at the same time to reflect its vision of imperial grandeur, the French colonial government rebuilt  Laotian cities according to European specifications.
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  • French Colonial Architecture in Luang Prabang - In order to make French colonists feel more at home and at the same time to reflect its vision of imperial grandeur, the French colonial government rebuilt  Laotian cities according to European specifications.
    french-colonial-laos-1.jpg
  • Faded French-Colonial Architecture in Kampot, Cambodia -  In order to make colonists feel more at home and at the same time to reflect its vision of imperial grandeur, the French colonial government set about building  Cambodian cities according to European specifications.  Often painted ochre or lemon yellow, these structures are commonly government offices and little appreciated by your average Cambodian.  In other instances, they have been tarted up by foriegn owners and turned into cafes or hotels.
    french-colonial-kampot-6.jpg
  • Crumbling French Colonial Architecture in Phnom Penh - To make French colonists feel more at home and at the same time to reflect its vision of imperial grandeur the French colonial government systematically rebuilt Cambodian cities according to European specifications. Many of these structures remain though in various states of repair.
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  • Machiya Architecture in Kyoto - Machiya  are traditional wooden townhouses typified in the historical capital of Kyoto. Machiya housed urban merchants and craftsmen.  Machiya in Kyoto  defined the architectural atmosphere of downtown Kyoto for centuries and represent the standard defining form of machiya throughout Japan.  The typical Kyoto machiya is a long wooden home with narrow street frontage, stretching deep into the city block and often containing one or more small courtyard gardens
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  • Crumbling French Colonial Architecture in Phnom Penh - To make French colonists feel more at home and at the same time to reflect its vision of imperial grandeur the French colonial government systematically rebuilt Cambodian cities according to European specifications. Many of these structures remain though in various states of repair.
    french-colonial-phnom-penh-2.jpg
  • Peranakan Architecture - Shophouses are vernacular architectural buildings found in Southeast Asia, particularly Singapore and Penang.  They are typically two or three stories high, with a shop on the ground floor and a residence above. Shophouses, like row houses in England and townhouses in the U.S.  The uits abut each other so as to form rows with a regular facade.  As its name suggests a shophouse often contains a shop with a separate residential space.
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  • Keauhou Store - Hawaiian architecture is a distinctive style of architectural arts developed and employed primarily in the Hawaiian Islands of the present-day United States ? buildings and various other structures indicative of the people of Hawai?i and the environment and culture in which they live. Though based on imported Western styles, unique Hawaiian traits make Hawaiian architectural styles stand alone against other styles. Hawaiian architecture reflects the history of the islands from antiquity through the kingdom era, from its territorial years to statehood and beyond.
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  • Peranakan architecture - shophouse is a vernacular architectural building type that is unique to Southeast Asia. This hybrid building form characterises many  towns in the region, especially Singapore.  Traditionally, many shophouses would have been plastered an off-white colour. Other popular early colours were indigo and ochre, given the range of available pigments. By the mid-20th century, pastel colours (rose pink, baby blue, light yellow, etc) became popular, and they remain the colours that most people most strongly associate with these buildings.
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  • Peranakan architecture - Shophouses are vernacular architectural buildings found in Southeast Asia, particularly Singapore and Penang.  They are typically two or three stories high, with a shop on the ground floor and a residence above. Shophouses, like row houses in England and townhouses in the U.S.  The uits abut each other so as to form rows with a regular facade.  As its name suggests a shophouse often contains a shop with a separate residential space.
    singapore-shophouses-2.jpg
  • Peranakan Architecture - Shophouses are vernacular architectural buildings found in Southeast Asia, particularly Singapore and Penang.  They are typically two or three stories high, with a shop on the ground floor and a residence above. Shophouses, like row houses in England and townhouses in the U.S.  The uits abut each other so as to form rows with a regular facade.  As its name suggests a shophouse often contains a shop with a separate residential space.
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  • Spirit House and French Colonial Architecture in Laos - In order to make French colonists feel more at home and at the same time to reflect its vision of imperial grandeur, the French colonial government rebuilt Laotian cities according to European specifications.
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  • Colonial Architecture in Cochin is made up of an interesting blend of Portuguese, Dutch, British with elements of Indian design.
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  • Colonial Architecture Cochin is made up of an interesting blend of Portuguese, Dutch, British with elements of Indian buildings.
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  • Faded French-Colonial Architecture in Kampot, Cambodia -  In order to make colonists feel more at home and at the same time to reflect its vision of imperial grandeur, the French colonial government set about building  Cambodian cities according to European specifications.  Often painted ochre or lemon yellow, these structures are commonly government offices and little appreciated by your average Cambodian.  In other instances, they have been tarted up by foriegn owners and turned into cafes or hotels.
    french-colonial-kampot-5.jpg
  • Colonial Architecture Cochin is made up of an interesting blend of Portuguese, Dutch, British with elements of Indian buildings.
    victory-dawn-1.jpg
  • Dalat was established by the French during the colonial period as their special hill station 1500 meters above sea level to avoid the sweltering heat of Saigon and Hanoi.  Because of the cool climate, many of the buildings were done up in an ?alpine? theme, meaning the French Alps.  Though many of the old villas are dilapidated relics of the past, or taken over by the government as police stations, bureaucrat rest homes and the like, some have been restored to their former glory.  A few have been converted into hotels, cafes and restaurants.  The unique architecture of Dalat gives the place a special flavor.
    dalat-villa-5.jpg
  • Faded French-Colonial Architecture in Kampot, Cambodia -  In order to make colonists feel more at home and at the same time to reflect its vision of imperial grandeur, the French colonial government set about building  Cambodian cities according to European specifications.  Often painted ochre or lemon yellow, these structures are commonly government offices and little appreciated by your average Cambodian.  In other instances, they have been tarted up by foriegn owners and turned into cafes or hotels.
    french-colonial-kampot-2.jpg
  • Dalat was established by the French during the colonial period as their special hill station 1500 meters above sea level to avoid the sweltering heat of Saigon and Hanoi.  Because of the cool climate, many of the buildings were done up in an ?alpine? theme, meaning the French Alps.  Though many of the old villas are dilapidated relics of the past, or taken over by the government as police stations, bureaucrat rest homes and the like, some have been restored to their former glory.  A few have been converted into hotels, cafes and restaurants.  The unique architecture of Dalat gives the place a special flavor.
    dalat-villa-4.jpg
  • French Colonial Architecture in Vientiane - In order to make French colonists feel more at home and at the same time to reflect its vision of imperial grandeur, the French colonial government rebuilt  Laotian cities according to European specifications.
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  • Silay City, is famous in the Philippines because of its European architecture that have been declared historical landmarks.   Silay is occasionally referred to as the "Paris of Negros" because of these perfectly preserved heritage houses though Paris may be a bit of a stretch of the imagination....
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  • Hoi An Architecture - Much of the city's commerce still revolves along the riverbank of the Thu Bon River as well as most of its ochre colored UNESCO World Heritage buildings.
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  • Silay City, dubbed as the Paris of Negros because of its European architecture inspired houses which had been declared historical landmarks, because of this it is the second museum city in the Philippines next to Vigan.  Silay is often referred to as the "Paris of Negros" due to its artists, cultural shows and large collection of perfectly preserved heritage houses.  More than thirty of these well preserved ancestral homes have been declared historical landmarks and are the main attractions in Silay.
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  • Half-Timbered Architecture at La Petite France Strasbourg - La Petite France lies west of the Grand Île or Strasbourg town center.  The area is a lovely place to visit on foot or even by boat. This historic area is surrounded by water, the River Ill and canals. Many historic half-timbered homes are along the shores of the river and canals. Historically La Petite France was once a poor part of town, occupied by mills and tanneries, both of which depended on the river and its downward flow. The area also served as a port, transporting Alsatian goods such as wine. For many years it was an unsavoury place, until the middle of the 20th century when it was transformed into a charming tourist destination Most of the 16th and 17th century houses have been preserved and restored reflecting beautifully on the water.  Many of these buildings have been converted into cafes and restaurants, and the tanneries and port business are industries of the past.
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  • Ochre colored French Colonial Architecture in Sapa - the French colonial government built Vietnamese towns and cities such as Sapa according to European styles and specifications. Many of these structures still stand, converted into cafes, hotels and restaurants.
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  • French Colonial Architecture in Sapa - In order to make French colonists feel more at home and to reflect its vision of imperial grandeur, the French colonial government set about rebuilding  Vietnamese towns such as Sapa according to European specifications.
    french-colonial-sapa-4.jpg
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