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Title A name given to the resource Lecture Hall (Ruins) Koudou Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Originally Built: 752 Burnt: Multiple times over the centuries Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Waldemar Barrios Language A language of the resource Nara, Japan Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Emperor Shoumu Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 34.69008748337878, 135.8400337046531 Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Stone Base Remains Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Tempyō (Nara Style) Description An account of the resource A large green field with the stone base remains of where the Lecture hall of the Todai-ji complex once stood. While no exact dimensions exist the building would have needed to be massive enough to hold hundreds of monks at once. 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Title A name given to the resource midterm possibilities Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource The Zacatecas Cathedral Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Justin Forster Type The nature or genre of the resource Religious Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Image 1 https://whc.unesco.org/uploads/thumbs/site_0676_0001-750-750-20090928171726.webp Image 2 https://www.thehistoryhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Zacatecas-Cathedral-Inside-150x150.jpg Image 3 https://lugares.inah.gob.mx/sites/default/files/2023-05/_DSC5236.JPG License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Creative Commons Language A language of the resource Historic Centre of Zacatecas, Mexico Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1772 Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. New Spanish Baroque, 18 century Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Financial/Construction Patrons: Spanish mine owners and wealthy elites of Zacatecas during the silver boom. Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. Latitude: 22.775912217080126, Longitude: -102.57191645045556 Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. The Zacatecas Cathedral is made from different types of stone, specifically trachyte and sandstone, with some elements like sculptures and canopies fashioned from limestone. These materials, including the golden-pink hue of the native trachyte, are characteristic of the region and are prominently featured in the cathedral's architecture. Extent The size or duration of the resource. There is no single definitive height for the Cathedral from ground to top because of the city's location within the valley and on hillsides, different buildings will have different heights. Although, the city of Zacatecas is situated at an elevation of approximately 2,469 meters (8,100 feet) above sea level. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Spanish Baroque style Description An account of the resource The Zacatecas Cathedral has a Latin cross layout, with a long nave crossed by two transepts, and side aisles. It is not square, circular, or irregular but instead follows the common and traditional design of a Latin cross plan, which is an axial layout defined by its cross-like shape. The Zacatecas Cathedral has an octagonal dome with a lantern. The construction of the Zacatecas Cathedral used the Spanish Baroque style and involved building it in sections over a period of about 30 years, from 1730 to 1760, with its materials being mainly local pink colored stone. The detailed, ornate facade is a hallmark of the Baroque style, which the Spanish brought to the Americas during the colonial era. Abstract A summary of the resource. The cathedral's exterior is covered in a dense and varied tapestry of ornamental patterns that reflect the "ultra-baroque" Churrigueresque style. The facade and altarpieces of the cathedral are adorned with numerous sculptures of religious figures, demonstrating the style's integration of sculpture and architecture. The overwhelming visual texture of the cathedral is created by the intricate, deeply carved stonework that covers nearly every surface of the facade. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Austin Community College (Formerly known as “Highland Mall”) Language A language of the resource Austin, Texas Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Justin Forster Type The nature or genre of the resource Public Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource years the of the mall: 1971-2009. Years of college campus: 2014-present Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Fonder of the mall - Austin Malls Inc., a subsidiary of the Rouse Company. Founder of the campus: Architect Barnes Gromatzky Kosarek Architects (BGKA). Builder(s) Of the mall: Los Angeles' Katzman & Associates designed the complex. Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. mid-century modern / early modernist commercial architecture. Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 30.326120452711425, -97.71370518465483 Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Steel framing, reinforced concrete floors/slabs, masonry or concrete block or stucco/clad exterior walls. (I did not find a reliable source confirming exactly that for Highland Mall.) Extent The size or duration of the resource. 750,000-square-foot enclosed mall on an 81-acre site. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Mid-Century Modern Commercial Description An account of the resource The exterior maintains portions of the mall’s original structural footprint, but it has been reimagined with expanded glazing, clean metal panels, and updated entryways that signal openness rather than retail enclosure. Landscaped walkways, native plantings, and broad pedestrian plazas soften what was formerly a sea of parking, transforming the site into an inviting educational district with a contemporary civic presence. Inside, the transformation is even more pronounced: large former retail halls have been opened into expansive learning commons filled with natural light, collaborative seating, and flexible study zones. The interior design celebrates industrial elements exposed ceilings, structural beams, and polished concrete floors—while layering in bright color accents, glass-walled classrooms, and advanced technical labs that support a wide range of programs. The central corridors that once guided shoppers now act as academic spines, connecting maker spaces, simulation areas, faculty hubs, and student services in a fluid, campus-like environment. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Originally it was a Suburban shopping mall. Now revised as a College campus (Austin Community College), plus mixed-use (residential, retail, community) License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Image 1-8: Creative Commons Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Source - Highland Campus, Building 1000 | The Future of ACC Highland | Austin Community College District (no date). https://sites.austincc.edu/highland/phase-1-master-plan/. Source - Texas Society of Architects (2025) Design Awards 2018: Highland Campus - Texas Architect Magazine. https://magazine.texasarchitects.org/2018/09/05/design-awards-2018-highland-campus/. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Musashino University Language A language of the resource Original - Tsukiji, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan Main Campus - Ariake, Koto City, Tokyo, Japan Second Campus - Nishi-tokyo, Tokyo, Japan Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1924 - Musashino Women's Academy established 1929 - Moved to Nishi-Tokyo 1965 - Musashino Women's University established 2012 - Ariake campus established Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Founder - Junjiro Takakusu Type The nature or genre of the resource Public Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Moanna Dixson Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. 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Title A name given to the resource Japanese Foundation for Cancer Research Language A language of the resource Ariake, Koto City, Tokyo, Japan Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1908 - Founded 1934 - Cancer Institute Hospital established 1945 - Facilities destroyed during World War II Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Founder - Katsusaburo Yamagiwa Founder - Shibasawa Eiichi Founder - Aoyama Tanemichi Founder - Katsura Taro Type The nature or genre of the resource Public Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Moanna Dixson Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Union Station Denver Language A language of the resource Denver, Colorado Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Years: Original Built – 1881. Reopened after fire in 1914. Revised in 2012, Reopened in 2014 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Founder(s): Architect - William E. Taylor. 1912 expansion by Gove and Walsh Builder - William E. Taylor Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Victorian in America Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 39.752137647614596, -105.00058228280739 Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Rough-faced pink-gray rhyolite from Castle Rock and pale gray sandstone trim from Morrison sheathed the original Second Empire edifice. Extent The size or duration of the resource. From left to right, it is 880 feet long. Building Height: 70 feet Number of Stories: 3 Type The nature or genre of the resource Public Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Exterior: Beaux-Arts style. Revitalized in the Beaux-Arts Renaissance Revival mode in 1912. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant A historic train station that was redeveloped into a complex with hotels, restaurants, and shops. License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Image 1: Creative Commons Image 2: Creative Commons Image 3: Creative Commons Image 4: Creative Commons Image 5: Creative Commons Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Justin Forster Description An account of the resource Denver Union Station presents a blend of Romanesque Revival and Beaux-Arts architecture, with its rough volcanic-stone 1881 wings and the grand 1914 central hall featuring tall arched windows, ornate stonework, and the iconic “UNION STATION” sign, all of which frame a structure that has shifted from a classic rail hub to a mixed-use civic landmark. Inside, the historic Great Hall—once filled with wooden benches, marble walls, and early chandeliers—was restored in 2014 into a bright, flexible public living room with terrazzo floors, decorative plaster arches, and lighting inspired by the originals, now functioning as both the social heart of the city and the lobby of The Crawford Hotel. Over time, the station transitioned from its heavily altered mid-20th-century decline to a revitalized centerpiece, with its stonework repaired, windows reopened, interior grandeur reinstated, and modern amenities integrated to support restaurants, retail, hospitality, and multimodal transit while preserving the building’s historic character. https://worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/133112db75f0fec0d4894492e3946fd0.jpg 9f87174624117e32393022d04178637f https://worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/14a801d2a3f6310ab249abab09620197.jpg 53765ed40760b27e61fe5a23bb3c2e00 https://worldarchitecture.artinterp2.org/files/original/1afeb2e03b670c39da72bf37c3ae32a7.jpeg 89bf7d9f24eae08d7b0a1bacddb9c230 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource One River Place Condominiums Language A language of the resource Chicago, Illinois Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Original Construction – 1908. Redevelopment – Early 2000s (major adaptive reuse completed 2002–2005) Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Founder(s): Original Architect – Schmidt, Garden & Martin. Redevelopment Architects – Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) Builder - (Original): Montgomery Ward & Co. construction/engineering division Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. Progressive Era Industrial Architecture Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 41.89647048928987, -87.64283616797735 Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Brick, Concrete, and Steel. Extent The size or duration of the resource. The Height of the building is 8 stories tall. Type The nature or genre of the resource Public Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Exterior: Early 20th-Century Industrial / Warehouse Modernism Description An account of the resource 600 West Chicago Avenue, part of the historic Montgomery Ward complex, represents one of the early masterpieces of reinforced concrete industrial architecture in the United States. Built in 1908 as a central warehouse and headquarters for the company’s huge mail-order business, the structure expresses the ideals of the Progressive Era: efficiency, fireproof construction, and worker-oriented daylighting. Its exterior is defined by colossal concrete piers and long rows of steel-sash windows, creating a powerful horizontal presence along the Chicago River. Inside, the building’s wide-span mushroom-cap concrete columns and expansive floor plates gave Montgomery Ward logistical flexibility for catalog operations and warehousing. These raw industrial spaces later became the foundation for a transformative adaptive reuse. Beginning in the early 2000s, the complex was redeveloped into a Class-A office campus, preserving the massive concrete skeleton while integrating modern systems, glass-walled offices, tech-oriented infrastructure, and amenity-rich communal spaces. The interior retains its historical ruggedness even as it supports contemporary workplaces. Over time, the building evolved from a pioneering mail-order fulfillment center to a near-obsolete industrial giant, and finally to a flagship adaptive-reuse campus occupied by companies such as Groupon and other modern firms. Its restoration revived original window openings, repaired concrete surfaces, modernized circulation, and activated the riverfront, all while keeping the integrity of the building’s industrial identity. Today, 600 West Chicago stands as a testament to Chicago’s industrial past and as a model for large-scale adaptive reuse in the 21st century. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant Originally an Early 20th-century warehouse and office building for mail-order business. Now revised for a Class-A office campus (occupied by modern companies, e.g., Groupon) Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Source https://res.cloudinary.com/luxuryp/images/f_auto,q_auto/arxgx3lz2f7zvsbbzlnx/01_758nlarraee_311_57_frontview_hires-1 Source https://www.wintercohen.com/images/11/87/75/69/n/758-larrabee-str-chicago-il-60654-0.jpg License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Images 1-3: Creative Commons Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Justin Forster Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Source - One River Place | Luxury Condos | Michael Rosenblum (no date). https://happilyeveralways.com/neighborhoods/one-river-place. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Brooklyn Navy Yard Building 77 Language A language of the resource Brooklyn, New York Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Original Construction – 1941–1942 (WWII-era). Redevelopment – 2014–2017 (major adaptive reuse completed in 2017) Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Founder(s): Original Architect – U.S. Navy Bureau of Yards and Docks. Redevelopment Architects – Beyer Blinder Belle and Marvel Architects Builder - Builder (Original): U.S. Navy / U.S. Government wartime construction contractors Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. World War II–Era Military Industrial Architecture Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 40.69865901876408, -73.9708066516675 Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Brick, concrete, and steal Extent The size or duration of the resource. Height: 16 stories (one of the tallest structures in the Brooklyn Navy Yard) Type The nature or genre of the resource Public Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Exterior: Wartime Industrial / Modernist Utilitarian (original). Contemporary Industrial (redevelopment) Description An account of the resource Building 77 at the Brooklyn Navy Yard stands as one of the most significant adaptive-reuse transformations in New York City’s industrial landscape. Constructed during World War II as a secure, 16-story reinforced-concrete storage and supply building, it embodied the functional rigor and engineering logic of wartime design: massive floor plates, rigid structural grids, and minimal exterior ornament. Its original envelope, composed of heavy concrete panels and utilitarian windows, conveyed a sense of defense, efficiency, and durability a hallmark of U.S. Navy construction during this era. The 2017 redevelopment reimagined this once-closed military facility into a vibrant mixed-use center. Large sections of the façade were replaced by a sweeping glass curtain wall, opening the interior to daylight and views while signaling its new civic presence within the Navy Yard campus. The lobby was transformed into a public-access food hall and marketplace, establishing the building as a social anchor in the rapidly revitalizing district. Offices, creative studios, fabrication workshops, and light-industrial tenants now fill floors that once stored wartime materials. Over time, building 77 has evolved from a fortified military warehouse to a key component of a broader mixed-use innovation district that includes restaurants, shops, galleries, light manufacturing, and tech-focused workplaces. Its renewal reactivated historic industrial spaces, repaired the original concrete frame, improved circulation, and restored the Navy Yard’s role as a center of production now oriented toward 21st-century urban industry. Today, building 77 stands as a testament to the power of adaptive reuse, connecting Brooklyn’s manufacturing past to its innovation-centered future. Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant <p>Originally a Late 19th–early 20th-century brick warehouse district (50 acres). Now revised for Mixed-use district: restaurants, shops, galleries, offices, hotels, residential lofts</p> Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Source 24 https://marveldesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/1508_1706_Building-77-Brooklyn-Navy-Yard_N52-scaled.jpg Source 25 https://marveldesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/1508_1706_B77_JoshuaSimpson_N22-768x568.jpg Source 26 https://marveldesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/1508_1706_Building-77-at-The-Brooklyn-Navy-Yard_Daniel-Byrne_N16.jpg Source 27 https://media.gettyimages.com/id/1464174372/vector/antique-photograph-of-new-york-brooklyn-navy-yard-east-river.jpg?s=612x612&w=0&k=20&c=TRYHt22sA6dlnWttaIiG3J74BR4Bi7hW48yN63sZrPI= Source 28 https://media.gettyimages.com/id/2171218003/photo/brooklyn-navy-yard-building-77-building-exterior-at-night-brooklyn-new-york-city-new-york-usa.jpg?s=612x612&w=0&k=20&c=9MJ3I1LqJXBhDhRUCpRCrlZFRxOvedAHvFqBbAHg6sQ= Source 29 https://www.nycrc.com/images/uploads/previousprojects/8-200123105926.jpg License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Images 1-6: Creative Commons Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Justin Forster Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Source 26 - Marvel (2025) Building 77, Brooklyn Navy Yard | Marvel. https://marveldesigns.com/project/building-77-brooklyn-navy-yard-arch/. Source 27 - Colista, J. et al. (1942) Premium opportunities in the yard’s recently renovated, Multi-Tenant flagship property. report. https://www.brooklynnavyyard.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/BNY-BLDG-77_2023-Flyer-Final-507-Flyer.pdf. Source 28 - Impressive Click, Inc. 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Title A name given to the resource Hotel Amigo Language A language of the resource Brussels Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant A former prison from the 1500s that was converted into a five-star hotel. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Justin Forster Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource The Hotel was built in 1957, Revised in 2016 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Founder(s): Rocco Forte Hotels took over Hotel Amigo in January 2000. Builder - built by the Blaton family for the Brussels World’s Fair of 1958. Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. The building's history begins earlier in the 16th century. The Hotel started around mid-20th century Modern era Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. 50.846371723619164, 4.351459773016953 Medium The material or physical carrier of the resource. Red brick for the façade and internal load-bearing materials such as concrete and stone elements. Extent The size or duration of the resource. Not much about the hotel's height, but information says that the Hotel Amigo is a 6-floor building. Type The nature or genre of the resource Commercial Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource The Hotel is built in the Spanish Renaissance style, which is reflected in its red brick facade. Description An account of the resource Hotel Amigo in Brussels presents a dignified exterior that hints at its layered history, preserving the solid masonry and understated proportions of the 16th-century structure that once served as a city prison. The façade blends Flemish architectural cues with refined modern touches: warm brickwork, tall windows framed in stone, and a discreet entrance canopy that elevates the building from its austere origins to a welcoming five-star presence. Subtle uplighting along the exterior walls emphasizes the building’s age and texture, giving the hotel a quietly regal stance within the cobbled streets just steps from the Grand Place. Inside, the transformation from confinement to comfort is dramatic yet respectful. Original structural elements thick walls, timber beams, and time-worn stone are paired with polished marble floors, bespoke furnishings, and art that celebrates Belgian heritage. Corridors that once felt narrow and severe are now softened by warm lighting and richly License A legal document giving official permission to do something with the resource. Images 1 - 4: Creative Commons Bibliographic Citation A bibliographic reference for the resource. Recommended practice is to include sufficient bibliographic detail to identify the resource as unambiguously as possible. Source - Hotel Amigo - Brussels, Belgium (no date). https://www.lartisien.com/hotel/hotel-amigo?cur=USD&occ=a02. Source - Traveller Made. (n.d.) Hotel Amigo, a Rocco Forte Hotel, Bruxelles, Belgium. Traveller Made Hotel Partner. Available at: https://travellermade.com/hotel-partners-europe/hotel-amigo-a-rocco-forte-hotel-bruxelles-belgium-traveller-made-hotel-partner/#:~:text=Hotel%20Amigo%2C%20a%20Rocco%20Forte%20Hotel,-History%20%26%20Story&text=Amigo%20is%20a%20curious%20name,irony%20as%20the%20name%20stuck (Accessed: 4 December 2025). Source - Our history | Hotel Amigo, a five star hotel in Brussels (no date). https://www.roccofortehotels.com/hotels-and-resorts/hotel-amigo/story/#:~:text=Today%2C%20several%20of%20the%20original,are%20still%20on%20display%20today.