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Taxation's Architectural Legacy

This chapter examines how historical tax codes have shaped architectural styles and materials, focusing on the British brick tax and its influence on building design. It highlights the unique adaptations in cities like Amsterdam, where tax policies led to the creation of narrow, tall structures exemplified by the city's iconic canal houses.

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