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May 12, 2020 new architecture and design projects in toronto and the latest from the citys designers and architects. Swipe is an independent bookstore with a focus on graphic design, urbanism, and architecture. Click the links below to see newly received titles in the store by date. Click below to learn more about each tour and book your ticket. Youll find helpful staff, amazing resources and a beautiful building to enjoy it all. Do you have a personal rule for appreciating toronto as you travel. Acadia specializes in outofprint and antiquarian books. Nov 06, 2019 a groundbreaking book dealing with modern and contemporary architecture in canada is now available for sale, following the official launch at the recent festival of architecture in toronto. We ask that you please bring the following forms of identification when shopping. The church of the holy trinity, located in trinity square in downtown toronto, is located on the west side of todays busy eaton centre. Buy used architecture textbooks now and grab titles about buildings, codes and standards, decoration and ornaments, and every aspect of design and presentation.
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