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How Salvaging Construction Materials Can Help Your Budget

You can also contact contractors in your area to salvage building materials before demolishing. Simply pick up the phone and ask if they can set aside reusable materials for you during their next home remodeling project.

Stunning Architectural Masterpieces That No Longer Exist

Damaged by war, destroyed by fire, or foolishly demolished, these structures were not so lucky. Nevertheless, we believe that their opulence and beauty can and should be admired and remembered, even if we can only do so through paintings and photographs. 1.

15 Iconic American Buildings We Will Never See Again

Sadly, the building fell into disrepair in the early 20th century and was demolished in 1926. 2. Rose Terrace – Grosse Pointe, Michigan Built-in 1930, this was the former residence of Anna Thompson Dodge, one of the richest women in the world at the time.

Remembering the World’s Long Lost Architectural Gems

Opened in 1878, demolished in 1925. 12. The Leaning tower of Zaragoza, also known as "Torre Nueva". It was the first large building completed in the Spanish city during the 16th century. This tower was demolished in 1892, much to the chagrin of the public.

This Is Why Drugs Are Bad. Oh My God.

It seeps into every corner of life and demolishes it. If you need to scare someone off this terrible road, these rap sheets of drug abusers are a great way to do it, as they show the horrifying results in a very clear way, taking normal looking people and marking them forever as drug addicts.

Kowloon City: Crowdest Place on Earth!

It was demolished in 1994, and a tratidional park garden was erected instead - to everyone's relief. Still, some parts are preserved to this day. CLICK THIS PHOTO TO SEE IN FULL SIZE! Submitted by: Nora T. Kowloon City: Crowdest Place on Earth!

I've Never Seen a Bookshop Like This, How Beautiful!

rather than demolish these historic abandoned buildings. For those interested in more information, there’s a great write-up on this building at Crossroads Magazine. Submitted by: Ron E. The Most Beautiful Book Shop in the World!

Whoever Designed These Items Truly Cared About People

This is how they should showcase a demolished building. reddit.com 3. These baskets will let shop assistants know if you need help with your shopping. imgur.com 4. An all in one utensil: a spoon, fork and a toothpick. reddit.com [related_articles] 5.

There's No Sacred Site Quite Like the Hill of Crosses!

There were repeated attempts to bulldoze, flood, burn crosses, and generally demolish the site. They placed KGB guards and barricades to stop locals from putting up more crosses, but the Lithuanians were defiant and would still sneak in at night.

These Historical Building Restorations Only Did More Harm

The beauty of historical architecture tarnished, transformed beyond belief, or worse - demolished and replaced by some shopping center.

16 Absolutely Unforgettable Historical Photographs

Man searching for books at the Public library of Cincinnati (the building was sadly demolished in 1955) Image Source: Reddit Related Article: Photographs That Depict Epic Moments Throughout History 13. Max Schreck resting behind the scenes of Nosferatu (1922) Image Source: Reddit 14.

Watch These Old Historical Photos Come Magically to Life

It was demolished in a controlled demolition in 1968, despite being considered one of New York City's most iconic buildings. 6. Georgia Avenue, Washington D.C., 1920 The York Theater at 3640, Georgia Avenue was only about a year old when this picture was taken.