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21-03-2011 If you cannot see this email correctly click Here This Week... Cornice Bracket Cornice Return LA Architecture Tour - Landmarks and Tour Companies Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Egypt (1998) Teapot Dome Gas Station, Zillah, WA, USA (1922) Home Remodeling Projects - Kitchen Cabinets Renzo Piano (1937 – Present) California Missions - La Purísima Concepción  “Good architecture lets nature in.” Mario Pei Architectural Terms Cornice Bracket These are brackets that hold the cornice in place. Modillions hold up the corona, and are sometimes used on cornices as well. The brackets are often paired. Cornice Return This deviation from the normal pediment design started in the Baroque age. In Neo-Classical Ontario architecture, cornice returns are frequently employed as a decorative element on the end of a gable or pediment, and also above doorways. Travel and Architecture LA Architecture Tour - Landmarks and Tour Companies From Spanish Revival historic landmarks to homes and other buildings that span more than a century of design by the world’s most lauded architects, LA has so much superb architecture. Read More Unusual Buildings Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Egypt (1998) The New Library of Alexandria is dedicated to recapture the spirit of openness and scholarship of the original Bibliotheca Alexandrina. Read More Teapot Dome Gas Station, Zillah, WA, USA (1922) Said to be the oldest gas station in use in the country, it survived partially because it was moved years ago, to be closer to the interstate. It is no longer in operation. Read More Home Remodeling Projects Kitchen Cabinets New cabinets can enhance your kitchen’s appearance, add value to your home and improve how your kitchen functions. Selecting your cabinets may seem intimidating at first, given the large number of styles, types, materials and accessories to choose from. This buying guide will help you understand the many factors to consider so you can feel confident you’re selecting the kitchen cabinets that best meet your individual style and storage needs. Read More Famous Architects Renzo Piano (1937 – Present) enzo Piano is often called a “High-Tech” architect because his designs showcase technological shapes and materials. However, human needs and comfort are at the center of Piano’s designs. Read More Famous Landmarks California Missions - La Purísima Concepción La Purisima is the most fully restored mission, with over 20 buildings. Restoration was done between 1934-42 by the National Park Service and the Civilian Conservation Corps. The mission is a frequent site of reenactments and encampments. Read More Refer a Friend Ortner Design Newsletter - Issue 23 - March 21, 2011 New Custom Home Architectural Design - Remodeling - Additions - Interiors - (310)592-5566 - ortnerdesign@gmail.com For Previous Newsletters click (here) This newsletter is not intended as an offer to sell or perform any services. The information enclosed herewith has been obtained from outside sources. Therefore, Ortner Design cannot  guarantee its accuracy or completeness. Additional information is available upon request.

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