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Old Posted Mar 24, 2008, 6:51 PM
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Originally Posted by EastVanMark View Post
Yes, they most certainly did. Those were the days when Vancouver had vision, ambition, and originality. Even though it got a late start on other Canadian cities, it soared ahead in record time. Held such distinctions as having the tallest building in the British Empire, the largest stage west of Chicago, and (later), second most neon signs in all of the world. Back then, developers of the day traveled to cities like New York to inspire their designs whereas now, Portland seems to be the inspiration for design. Can't believe we traded in spectacular designs like we had back then, for the redundant crap that passes for architecture in this town today.

in due time, just wait, it will come.
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