Bangkok is all about amazing food, rooftops and temples (don’t miss the biggest reclining Buddha in the world). If you know where to look, it can truly be a cultural immersion so hopefully this guide would be a handy tool to prepare your amazing trip to Thailand. Everything interesting in terms of architecture is here, both old … Continue reading
Do you have a small terrace or balcony that you can bring to life this summer? Here are some ideas that will help you make that corner of the house as cozy as possible. Get inspired on how to make a difference with a space that is often undervalued! Don’t miss 11 Stunning Home Library Ideas for … Continue reading
Almost two years ago I visited Bucharest for the first time and the more I walked its decadent streets, the more I liked it. The honesty of this city is brutal as the contrast is perceptible in every single area. You will find old and new, poor and rich and captivating and ill-flavored coexisting so … Continue reading
The most beautiful sunrises that I’ve ever got to see in life always happened from a plane. Maybe the excitement mixed with spongy clouds and tiredness is the perfect combination after all. My last country of 2015 was Thailand. Thailand is a wonderful country that will give you exactly what you ask for. And this … Continue reading
Tunisia’s fascinating history is determined by the Roman influence and its proximity to Egypt. Despite its obvious resemblance to Marrakech, it also has a strong scent of Paris making it a remarkable country in which to explore the contrasts (don’t miss Tunisia’s Star Wars filming locations). Everything interesting in terms of architecture is here. If you … Continue reading
Stairs, like bridges, connect two different points in space. Its purpose is both functional and symbolic. Among the many types of stairs, those found in open urban spaces are the most interesting. This list is a collection of some of the most thoughtful urban interventions around the world that use steps as the medium to link … Continue reading
Smooth, hard and durable wood adds a warm touch to these constructions around the globe. An interesting topic that I wanted to bring up to discussion was the materials we use to build our designs. You may have noticed how popular concrete has become in recent years. Despite being an environmentally friendly material, the industrial extraction of … Continue reading
We were on our way to Carthage, a true dream for any architect or anyone who appreciates the Romans as much as me. After a timid conversation – what’s your name? Are you married?– the taxi driver and me started engaging in a deeper conversation. Meanwhile I felt grateful to my French professor whose teachings … Continue reading
Vienna, often known as the capital of classical music, has so much more to offer. With a rich past and truly remarkable legacy, it comes as no surprise the variety of buildings one can find in the Austrian capital. Anything interesting in terms of architecture is here. If you find any mistakes, or have any … Continue reading
Hoy haré una excepción y escribiré en español. Mi madre, la cual no se pierde ni uno de mis posts, se merece leer en su propio idioma lo que este martes os vengo a contar. Tan sólo quedan un par de días para que la campaña de Kickstarter termine y no puedo evitar sentir un … Continue reading
Avid readers, this is the perfect post for you! Among the many books in your library, I asume Architectour London Guide will be your latest addition 😛 and it deserves an amazing new home. That’s why today I am bringing you 11 stunning ideas to inspire your little reading corner. Don’t miss 21 Inspirational Working Spaces We’ve previously … Continue reading
London is one of the most vibrant cities in the world, if not the most. Every corner hides a story to be discovered. Every new building is a challenge for a city which has evolved organically. And there’s so much history embedded within its walls that the fun facts are uncountable. With so much going … Continue reading
I’ve always believed in the importance of the journey, it makes us less judgmental of yesterday and has hope for every tomorrow. We are a work in progress and what happens in between is what matters. For the past year, I’ve worked full time on a dream called Architectour, and what an incredible journey. This is … Continue reading
What a journey. I’ve relentlessly worked on this dream for the past 6 years. And today I present it to the world. I believe in changing the way we are building the cities of the future and the first step is to understand our built legacy. That’s why I’ve created a tool to better understand what … Continue reading
Hong Kong is one of the most vibrant cities in China and like Shanghai it has an amazingly endless skyline. It also has a lot of what is authentic in this country: high-rise housing, neon signs and crowds. Anything interesting in terms of architecture is here. If you find any mistakes, or have any suggestions please let … Continue reading
Over the past four years, I’ve been traveling extensively which has given me a greater understanding of our motivations, our pains and our aspirations when visiting cities. Each journey has been an experiment where I have played with variations of personalized city guides based on advance research. These city guides consisted of a very complete Google Map and later a printable … Continue reading
If you are planning a trip to Northern Africa soon, you may consider Tunisia as a potential candidate. No matter if you are a fan of Star Wars or simply enjoy architecture, these locations are worth a visit. As an architect, I am fascinated by how these constructions previously existed and were accommodated in the … Continue reading
Hong Kong is one of the most vibrant cities in China and probably the most expensive too. It has a lot of what is authentic in this country: high-rise housing, neon signs and crowds. Its endless skyline may remind you of Shanghai, another inspiring city you should visit if you love architecture. Wether you love photography, … Continue reading
India is a surreally beautiful country, some of its monuments are among the most impressive you’ll ever dream of seeing. Every corner of India deserves a visit and that’s why this is a country map instead of a city map. Anything interesting in terms of architecture is here. If you find any mistakes, or have any suggestions … Continue reading
There’s nothing better than arriving to our lovely home after a hard day. It’s warm, smells good and feels good. Time to relax. Bedrooms are this unique kind of space where light might not be so important, unless you are a siesta person. However, a good sunny view from our bed can be an inspiring … Continue reading
Among the many reasons you could choose to visit Vienna tomorrow, its architecture should be on top of the list. With a rich past and truly remarkable legacy, it comes as no surprise the variety of buildings one can find in the Austrian capital. Brand new buildings compete with decadent structures which get more beautiful … Continue reading
This past December we visited India as part of an inspiration trip with Architectour. Places included; Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Varanasi, Mumbai, Goa and Hubli. We experienced India’s stunning architecture at sunrise, ate delicious local food and enjoyed its warm weather every day. For a month we were amazed by its eccentric chaos and we were lucky enough … Continue reading
Dubai is one of the most vibrant cities in the world and its skyline is among the most beautiful in the world. It has changed and will keep changing dramatically over the years so make sure you check this post for the most updated version. Anything interesting in terms of architecture is here. If you find … Continue reading
Presentations are just one of many ways to tell stories. We use them at work, weddings and birthday parties. PowerPoint and SlideShare (the online version) have helped to get millions of messages delivered. Storytelling, however, is just 50% of the total success. It may be surprising that what we do also needs to be beautiful … Continue reading
If your plan is to eventually travel the world, this article will inspire you on your 2017 trips. The good thing about being open to visit every country in the world is that you can choose the best moment to make your visit. Obviously, traveling can be very expensive. However, if you plan your destinations … Continue reading
New York is one of the most beautiful cities in North America (and the world). Its magnificent skyline, which is a little different every year, won’t leave anyone indifferent. But where are the top public spots to photograph this stunning city? Continue reading to find out. Wether you love photography, sketching or just a pretty … Continue reading
Visiting a city with a local makes it all so special. Thanks to my friend Alex for showing me around, it felt as if I was guided by Tintin himself around the city, getting to know its secret spots and most amazing stories – all covered in the guide. Anything interesting in terms of architecture is … Continue reading
Hope 2017 brings you happiness, health and projects, loads of them. If you are about to start a business this post is for you. In order to successfully design our website, business cards or printed material, the color palette should be the first thing we work on. I previously wrote about successful combinations and this is … Continue reading
What if you could only have one main goal on this upcoming year? A goal that could be able to change the way you look at things. Which would it be? Mine was to travel 12 countries in 12 months and I managed to visit 14 beautiful countries, but so much more happened along the way. You must … Continue reading
It was a Friday, 6 p.m. and everyone had left the office but my two colleagues and me. We had 6 hours until the idea submission was due. It was the first of a three phase contest in which we had to propose an innovative idea in teams of four people. Anyone working at everis Europe (Belgium, … Continue reading
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