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Two become one at a New Town office expansion
Joe said,
The NIMBYs won't like this. Can't see it happening tbh.
Two become one at a New Town office expansion
Mark said,
I disagree, it's an interesting composition with an asymmetrical balance, and reasonably...
Scotland's design riches celebrated in a rush of gold and silver
Michael said,
#2 I am sure you must fall into the lazy nation categorie with all that weight you are carrying ,...