Ted:
Speaking of Abraham, the writer of Hebrews (probably Paul) stated that he "was looking forward to the city with foundations, whose architect and builder is God" (Hebrews 11:10). This was a reference to "the Holy City, the new Jerusalem" (Revelation 21:2), which will have twelve foundations (21:14). I believe that this city will be part of the new Creation to come--see old and new Creations.