Photo: Rob Lybeck
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Rob Lybeck is fascinated by Philadelphia's architecture and its embellishments. He endeavors to raise an awareness of the city's unique built environment through his photography. What began years ago as the chosen theme for a course assignment, has developed into a lifelong passionate pursuit: photographing the many diverse architectural styles and building details of the metropolitan area. His work can be seen here on flickr.
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Docomomo PHL To Host “Wake” For Modernist Store
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The Rise, Fall, & Revival Of North Broad’s Opera Palace
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A Brief History Of Race & Contested Space In West Philly
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Italian Market Project Puts Fresh Eyes On A Philly Staple
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Taking History To The Streets With Preservation Activism
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A Buzzy New Beginning For Poth Brewing Company
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