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British colonial architecture: India, Indo-Saracenic style
British rule in India from 1800 to 1947 left a distinct architectural legacy across major Indian cities. European styles including Victorian Gothic, Neoclassical and Renaissance merged with Indian decorative motifs and craftsmanship. The result was the Indo-Saracenic style, a hybrid form that...
Discover Japan's enchanting artisan villages
Japan has villages where craftspeople still make things the way their families have for hundreds of years. You can walk through workshops and watch artisans work with their hands, creating objects that are both useful and beautiful. These places have stayed much the same while the rest of the world...
Historic fortresses in Eastern Europe
From the Baltic to the Black Sea, fortresses and castles define the landscape of Eastern Europe. These structures reflect military architecture from the Middle Ages through the Renaissance, displaying different defensive techniques and regional traditions. Some were built as border strongholds,...
Lighthouses of Canada: maritime navigation and coastal history
Canada's lighthouses stand as markers of maritime history, guiding ships through dangerous waters for generations. These towers line the country's coasts, from the foggy shores of Nova Scotia to the rocky cliffs of British Columbia. Peggy's Point Lighthouse, Cape Spear, and Cape Bonavista are among...
Stone circles: England, Scotland, Ireland, Germany and across Europe & USA
Stone circles stand among humanity's earliest architectural accomplishments, constructed by prehistoric communities across Europe and beyond over thousands of years. These circular arrangements of standing stones served multiple purposes, functioning as astronomical observatories where ancient...
Australian outback: natural landmarks, geology, desert landscapes
The Australian outback encompasses a vast territory featuring distinctive geological characteristics, including ancient sandstone formations, deep canyons, and expansive salt lakes. This region contains some of Earth's oldest landscapes, from the red monoliths of the Northern Territory to the...
Indonesian temples: Borobudur, Prambanan, Java
The Indonesian temples from the 8th to 14th centuries display Buddhist and Hindu architecture of the Mataram and Singhasari kingdoms. The stone structures carry reliefs, sculptures, and religious symbols depicting deities such as Shiva, Buddha, and Vishnu. The complexes are located mainly on Java...
Amazon River and its natural areas
The Amazon River is the world's largest river and flows through the world's largest rainforest. Its waters and those of its many tributaries support an incredible range of life: river dolphins, thousands of fish species, jaguars, anacondas, and countless other animals. The forest itself is a dense...
Himalayan monasteries and temples
Buddhist monasteries in the Himalayan mountain ranges display religious and architectural traditions dating from the 11th century. These buildings house art collections, sacred texts, and cultural artifacts that have shaped generations of believers. Many monasteries function as religious schools and...
Royal and presidential residences worldwide
Royal and presidential residences around the world offer windows into how power has been exercised and displayed throughout history. These palaces function as more than just homes for leaders - they are working centers of government where important decisions are made daily. The buildings themselves...
Architecture by Norman Foster
Norman Foster has shaped contemporary architecture through technical innovation and design clarity. His buildings feature extensive glass facades, exposed steel structures and energy systems. The Reichstag dome in Berlin with its spiral ramp and the circular Apple Park in Cupertino demonstrate his...
Architecture by Mies Van der Rohe worldwide
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe shaped 20th-century architecture. His buildings stand in European and North American cities and show his approach: clear geometry, steel and glass combined with open floor plans. Each project follows the principle of reducing to the essential and defining space through...
Renzo Piano's architecture: buildings, museums, and more.
Renzo Piano, born in Genoa in 1937, has developed an architectural language over five decades that combines technical precision with human scale. His buildings are characterized by transparent facades, visible structural elements, and the integration of natural light. The Centre Pompidou in Paris,...
Frank Gehry buildings in the World
Frank Gehry designs buildings with curved metal facades, irregular forms and experimental construction methods. His work defines urban spaces from Bilbao to Los Angeles. The exterior surfaces use titanium, steel or glass formed into wave-like or folded volumes. The interior spaces accommodate art...
Antoni Gaudi architecture in Barcelona
Antoni Gaudí shaped Barcelona's cityscape with his modernist buildings that combine organic forms, natural motifs and structural innovations. His work spans more than four decades and includes residential buildings, parks, churches and experimental structures. The Sagrada Família, his monumental...
Philip Johnson architecture through modernist design
Philip Johnson designed buildings that brought together modernism and classical references, shaping how architecture developed through the 20th century. His work includes glass pavilions, office towers, public spaces, and cultural institutions. His designs show an interest in clean lines, reflective...
Jean Nouvel Architecture: Contemporary Structures, Museums, and Skyscrapers
Jean Nouvel is among the most recognized French architects of our time. His work spans five continents, including museums, office towers, concert halls, and residential complexes. Each project demonstrates his ability to combine technical innovation with respect for the local context, whether...
Frank Lloyd Wright architecture
Frank Lloyd Wright developed one of the most influential architectural styles of the 20th century over seven decades of practice. His buildings connect interior spaces with surrounding landscapes through horizontal lines, natural materials, and open floor plans. From the Prairie Houses of the...
The 50 most beautiful castles in the world
Castles and palaces from different periods and regions reveal how architecture adapted to military needs, royal ambitions, or religious purposes. Some were built as fortresses, others served as residences or symbols of power. Construction styles range from medieval defenses to grand estates of later...
Moshe Safdie Architecture: Major Works and Iconic Projects Worldwide
This collection brings together major works by architect Moshe Safdie, whose practice is distinguished by particular attention to natural light, outdoor spaces, and the integration of buildings into their surroundings. From Montreal to Singapore, through Jerusalem and several American cities, his...