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Vernacular Studio Architects


Vernacular Studio Architects is located on Tower Street, adjacent to the the prettiest dumpster in Raleigh.

My Favorite Hanging Sculpture

If you continue down Tower Street past the water tower and dumpster, you’ll see my favorite hanging sculpture in all of Raleigh.

If you look at the solid colors and you’ll notice the original life of the pieces of the whole–fiberglass chairs. It’s a familiar design, and the pieces when fit together create a beautiful geometric shape that adds an unusual splash of life and color to Tower Street.

The Prettiest Dumpster In All Of Raleigh


I don’t know the history of this particular dumpster. I know it’s been here at least 2 years, but likely longer.
Raleigh, Capitol of N.C.
by Raleigh Boy

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This week Flashback Friday soars high above Raleigh’s beloved State Capitol. The sophisticated 19th century Greek Revival building has stood on this spot for 175 years. We’ll also take a peek at the history of this building and its predecessors. So climb aboard and enjoy the flight!

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