Renovation
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4 months agoHouse in Olhao / Estudio ODS
The design preserves the historical integrity of an old factory while adapting it into a modern residence.
"Devastating earthquakes have happened in this region before, and they will happen again. The question is when, not if," said Wendy Bohon, a geologist. "We can't stop earthquakes from happening, but we can dramatically improve the outcome of these earthquakes through planning and mitigation."
The remnants of the moat are located to the north, east and south of Valence House and the moat is "inseparably linked to the significance of the historic property" and the moat's presence "contributes to the site's archaeological significance."
The drugstore beetle, also known as the bread beetle, is often found among dried foodstuffs like grains, flour and spices. But they also are attracted to the gelatin and starch-based adhesives found in books.
"At 92 years old, Yee was still designing her costumes and performing regularly with her partner, Stephen King, and the Grant Avenue Follies, a dance troupe composed of older Chinese Americans from around the Bay Area."
We love hearing the stories. One visitor told us, 'My grandfather was working on the peninsula, and my grandmother lived there. Both sought shelter in the Lighthouse during the 1900 hurricane. They met on the stairwell, and two years later, they got married in 1902.' People will visit and say this is why my family is still here.