Tag Archives: architectural historian

One careful owner

Posted on October 19, 2010 by

Before the UK vehicle-licensing authority came up with the no doubt efficient but rather dull vehicle registration document, one of the delights of buying a second-hand car was obtaining its log book. Each new owner entered their details below the … Continue reading →

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Building a case

Posted on June 21, 2010 by

The term ‘house detective’ is very apt for this line of work. Like solving a crime, you ask questions, look for clues, analyse the evidence, and prepare a hypothesis. Then more evidence emerges and you have to rethink the story. … Continue reading →

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