Amsterdam is one of my favorite urban areas. Like Venice, it is built upon the determination of people who wouldn't accept natural limitations.

As a result of building on re-claimed land, structures are modest in height. There is little wasted space. Like the Dutch people themselves, the windows are open and inviting -- it's a city with many quaint neighborhoods, and the building have their own special charm.

The large windows, in addition to giving the rooms a feeling of space, also allow furniture to be delivered by hoisting it up to the windows ;-)

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