Picture of JFK Airport, 1964 No matter our destination, our chances of arriving by air are very high – our first impression of a city starts here. For this reason, airports are one of the architect’s greatest challenges. Despite not much change on floor plan dispositions, great variation in section has been made: bigger spans … Continue reading
Click on images to make them larger. Year: 2012-2013 Location: Chicago (US) Camera: Nikon D60 Time: 8.00 am-21.00 pm Motive: Skyline Photography Learn where to Take The Best Skyline Pictures in Chicago If you want to learn more about Chicago’s Architecture have a look to my Free Architecture Guide of Chicago or click on the map below. Continue reading
Terminal 4 at Barajas Airport is one of the places I frequent a lot. Madrid is where I used to live, where my family is and every time I travel I stop in this city to say hi at least (even if it is just for one day). Gate U69 feels like home already (the … Continue reading
Bella Roma! This is a summary (in photographs) of what Rome meant to me during this last 6 months that I was studying and working there. Click on images to make them larger. 1. Ruins and history: These are the columns in front of Circo Marcelo. 2. Morning coffee on a terrace 3. Friends always … Continue reading
Rome is the city were I lived this past 7 monts, and it was amazing. I spent a lot of time gathering information since its history and architecture are overwhelming. This map focuses on the city center. Anything interesting in terms of architecture is here. If you find any mistakes, or have any suggestions please … Continue reading
Santiago, Chile’s vast and dense capital city, sits amidst the country’s central valley. In the winter months, one can vividly see the snow-capped Andes from most points in the city. Additionally, the urban grid is determined by two prominent hills: San Cristóbal and Santa Lucía. Since I first visited in 2013, the skyline has … Continue reading
Biomorphic Architecture bases its shape on human and animal forms, and this type of shape is inspired from mother nature herself. Nowadays this architecture is becoming increasingly popular due to improvements in technology and construction but it’s been a long time since this “style” started. Bio-organic architecture has its roots in the works of leading figures … Continue reading
Madrid is the city where I was born and where I lived for a long time. Its stunning architecture includes Royal Palaces, contemporary architecture and some very impressive Brutalist buildings. Make sure you check the city from its amazing rooftops too. Along with Salamanca, Barcelona and Ibiza, these are the Spanish cities that I’ve mapped so far. … Continue reading
Old postcard from Chicago One of the most iconic towers in the skyline of Chicago is the Marina City complex. I was very lucky to have a friend who lived there last year,so I had the chance to take this tour in person. What I really like about this building is that you can see how … Continue reading
Chicago’s architecture is simply amazing, from high rise skyscrapers to small scale buildings. If you love photography you’ll find amazing spots to capture its magnificent skyline too. Anything interesting in terms of art, architecture and photography is here. If you find any mistakes, or have any suggestions please let me know. My intention is to … Continue reading
Two weeks ago I visited New York, the dreamland of Architecture. I was very impressed by the recently built High Line and got to see some of it’s best icons. I admit I was lucky because I had some friends who lived there, and they showed me the coolest places. Anything interesting in terms of … Continue reading
The new BMW “GINA” car stands for “Geometry and functions In ‘N’ Adaptations” and it is part of a project started in 2001. It represents the challenging route from a vision to a concept. The architectonic aim of transforming a vision to reality makes this car one of the most outstanding designs today. How does … Continue reading
When thinking about Chicago’s Skyline, John Hancock Tower is one of its main attractions. Located north of the Magnificent Mile it is one my favorite spots. Every time that I am around that area I take the opportunity to go to the Signature’s Lounge, situated on the 95th floor, and take a look at the … Continue reading
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