The Importance of Historic Moldings in Modern Architecture
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Moldings are essential in architectural design, especially those from before 1950. Modern moldings often lack the clarity and aesthetic appeal of traditional styles. The focus is on the readability of molding design, with critiques of clamshell moldings for their lack of detail. Effective moldings should enhance structural elements and room design. The discussion emphasizes integrating historic styles into modern buildings for better visual appeal.
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