Futuristic Shenzen Airport Shaped Like a Manta Ray
Designed to mimic the natural shape of a manta ray (but also clearly reminiscent of an airplane), the new expansion of the Shenzen Bao'an International Airport in China is covered in thousands ...
Category: Architecture
Architecture is the art we live in, from individual houses, apartments and condos to the broader urban context, skyscrapers and parks of the cities around us. From unique historical homes to stunning conceptual towers, here are some of the most amazing, creative and inspiring structures and spires of our times.
Secular Conversion: Historic Chapel Turned Modern Library
A beautiful old chapel in the Italian town of Lonate Ceppino has been transformed into a modern library with a perforated aluminum tower that adds to the building without compromising its ...
Living Staircase: Spiral Stairs Wrapped in Organic Greenery
Boldly curved and cantilevered into midair, these plant-wrapped stairs are designed to provide more than just a means of moving from one floor to another. Stepping onto them takes ...
Bounce House for Adults: Blow-Up Bubble Strung with Nets
Admit it - you're jealous of the little kids who get to romp in those inflatable bounce houses. Once we reach a certain age (or weight), we're just not welcome in those primary-colored ...
Boneyard Studios: Vacant Lot Hosts New Micro-Home Village
In a bold bid to change urban landscapes, a series of tiny home builders and enthusiasts has come together to turn empty space into a microcosmic example of what small-space living can mean for ...
Flowing Forms: Curved New Cultural Center by Zaha Hadid
Architect Zaha Hadid's designs are graceful and sinuous, imbued with dance-like movement, and the new Heydar Aliyev Center in Azerbaijan is no exception. This landmark structure, which will host ...
Aren’t We Nautical: 10 Swell Ship-Shaped Buildings
From the fish out of water department: Landlubbers leery of getting their feet wet can live vicariously by visiting these 10 swell ship-shaped buildings. ...
Urban Nest: New Round Amphitheater Section for High Line
New York's elevated park is expanding in new directions both physically and proverbially, its new addition a stark circular shift from the overall linear nature of the existing ...
Garden Bridge: Lush River-Spanning High Line for London
A unique green retreat and pedestrian pathway is set to rival elevated parks around the world, including New York's own High Line, right in the heart of London. This project stands out from its ...
Secret Cities: Capturing Hidden Abandoned Places on Film
Just beyond all of the noise and activity of daily urban life is a secret world of forgotten spaces which are nearly always dank and dusty, but often surprisingly beautiful. Photographer Andrew ...
