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The Most Charming Towns in the West for Design and Art Lovers

By Heather Snow · Published July 11, 2026 · Leave a Comment

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western storefronts and architecture in historic Park City, Utah, design and art destination, small artsy town

As an architect, I’m always drawn to small towns where design feels integrated into a place.  Not just one landmark building, but in storefronts, sidewalks, gardens, galleries, hotels, public art, and the way the town meets its natural landscape.  The towns below stand out to me because each one has a strong sense of place,…

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Carbon Footprint: The Relationship Between Architecture and Travel

By Heather Snow · Published November 14, 2025 · Leave a Comment

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Looking across the River Thames at the Millennium Bridge and the Tate Modern Museum

As an architect, I think about the environmental impact of the buildings we design.  This includes how materials are sourced, how much energy a space uses, and what happens to it over time. But the same questions come up when I travel. Every flight, every hotel stay, even how much we pack adds up to…

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