Research Guides: Architecture: Articles

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Art & Architecture Complete
Includes full-text coverage for hundreds of periodicals dating back to 1937 and additional full-text for hundreds of books. Also includes a collection of images provided by Picture Desk and others.
Arts & Humanities Database
Features hundreds of titles covering art, architecture, design, history, philosophy, music, literature, theatre and cultural studies.

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drafting AND blueprints
green building design AND architecture

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architecture AND "North Carolina"
"architectural design" AND "floor plans"

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If PCC Library does not have a full-text article that you need, we can see if another library is able to provide it through our interlibrary loan (ILL) service. Just fill out the ILL form as completely as possible. Articles are typically e-mailed directly to you.

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