In vino veritas – in wine there is truth – says the Latin proverb. If you love wine and architecture, this post is for you. Wine is produced under very strict conditions, therefore, wineries are challenging pieces of architecture. Factors such as light and temperature are key to the fermentation, aging and bottle maturation processes. … Continue reading
I must admit it, I am completely addicted to Instagram. I’m always looking for new inspiring accounts and love following travel and architecture feeds, they brighten my mornings. Here is a list of my favorite accounts on this topic, make sure you follow number 25 😉 What are your favorite accounts on Instagram? Leave a … Continue reading
Japan is as amazing as everyone says, and its capital even more. I spent almost a month discovering this amazing country, its food, people and wonderful architecture. I loved Tokyo and its unique skyline and architecture. Anything interesting in terms of architecture is here. If you find any mistakes, or have any suggestions please let me know. My … Continue reading
Are you planning to visit Marrakech soon? If you love architecture, this article is for you. Marrakech is one of the most beautiful cities in the Arab world. Its architecture legacy goes beyong centuries of history and cultural evolution. However, finding the city’s top gems can be a bit tricky, since they won’t be exactly on … Continue reading
Amsterdam is all about practical urban planning, amazing cycling infrastructure, tulip-lined canal bridges and old merchant houses tilt at impossible angles. I visited Amsterdam for the first time this year and fell in love with it on day one. Discover secret spots, new buildings and the most amazing places to photograph the city among other things. If you find any mistakes, or … Continue reading
Picture yourself doing some research about Madrid, because you’re about to spend a few days in the Spanish capital. You find this awesome list of cool spots to photograph and can’t wait to see them in person. But then, once you reach these places, there it is… DISAPPOINTMENT Beautiful pictures make people disappointed Has it ever … Continue reading
Are you planning to visit Amsterdam soon? If so, continue reading. Amsterdam is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Its origins lie in the 12th century, when fishermen living along the banks of the River Amstel built a bridge across the waterway near the IJ, then a large saltwater inlet. Most of the city’s territory is … Continue reading
You know that feeling when you’re on a plane about to take off? The beginning of a new adventure almost always starts at this point. Fasten your seatbelts and relax because this flight is going to be long. Busy streets, crowded subways and a thousand neon lights. And then, all of a sudden, a massive concrete … Continue reading
Paris is one of the most magical cities you’ll ever visit. The massive amount of iconic buildings, museums and art galleries is just a small part of what will make you fall in love with this city. Discover secret spots, new buildings and the most amazing places to photograph the city among other things. If you find any … Continue reading
Are you struggling with this year’s Halloween costume? If you are a creative person who loves design, this post is for you. I recently discovered the story of Steve and Marianne Wintercroft, two artists who loved creating costumes for themselves and who have designed masks for music videos, fashion shoots, festivals, parties and events. If you still don’t … Continue reading
Updated 2019 Paris, the city that was born on the banks of the Seine, grew from being a small island – Île de la Cité – to the vast metropolis that nowadays extends beyond Ménilmontant, the vingtième arrondisement. The French capital has so much to offer. Centuries of history have left behind meaningful structures which also have … Continue reading
I visited Boston for the first time two years ago. Its buildings, primarily low-rise, the city layout, based on narrow and winding streets and its parks, part of the urban grid, made me like Boston immediately. In my opinion, Boston has every good thing about European architecture without losing the distinctive touch of Northern America. Anything interesting … Continue reading
Lisbon is a breathtakingly beautiful city. It might be old and shabby but perhaps its 3,000 years of history and the series of earthquakes that occurred will do that, still the shabbiness adds immeasurably to its charm in my opinion – and the same happens to Porto. The tiny winding streets always lead to magnificent viewing points, and … Continue reading
When we have something precious to keep, we usually find a very precious container. We put it in a safe place and enjoy watching it from time to time. However, some of us end up appreciating the container more than what it contains, right? A museum is a space that conserves a collection of artifacts. Therefore, a museum is a container. Sometime ago, … Continue reading
Shanghai, 18.30. I had 30 minutes before the city became a neon light explosion. I entered the Hyatt’s lift up to the 92nd floor feeling kind of nervous. The same type of nervous when you wait for someone at the airport or when you concentrate on smelling the rain. My stomach felt like falling due to the … Continue reading
I had never been to China before this summer. I was very fortunate to have been awarded a full scholarship for Tongji’s summer program on sustainability and green practices and got the chance to visit Shanghai for the first time. I was deeply impressed by their culture, their philosophy and their construction methods. I had time to discover the … Continue reading
Have you ever played with LEGOs when you were a child? I’m sure you’ve spent hours and hours creating cities, spaceships and other constructions. And the thing is that these blocks have brought us more than hours of entertainment, they’ve also brought quite a bit of teaching and a lot of learning power. LEGO has proved to … Continue reading
Experts predict that climate change will cause sea levels to rise 3 ft (0.9m) or more by 2100, putting hundreds of low-lying cities at risk of massive and permanent flooding. More and more frequently architecture is adapting to nature in order to overcome the upcoming climate conditions. Some weeks ago I published an article about … Continue reading
One of the most beautiful things about Istanbul is its unique skyline and architecture. Minarets still crown the city skies no matter in which direction you look, making it an interesting composition between new and old buildings. As much as I love Chicago‘s or San Francisco‘s skylines, I admit I was very impressed by Istanbul’s … Continue reading
Everyone agrees on Istanbul’s magical charm, which still has some grandeur of the Byzantine Empire. When I first visited this summer, I was very impressed by its architecture: mosques, hidden baths and its unique skyline. Anything interesting in terms of architecture is here. If you find any mistakes, or have any suggestions please let me know. My … Continue reading
Have you ever felt your desk is this wonderful and creative space where you come up with your best ideas? Most uf us spend long hours in front of a computer on a relatively small working space. However, if this space is arranged correctly, hours fly by and we enjoy our working hours. Placing the … Continue reading
Once you visit Spain, you’ll only want to return. Again and again. Let me ask you: Are you aware of all the amazing architecture of this country? Maybe you’re missing some of these amazing buildings. Maybe you’re missing them all. Here is Part II of “50+ Architectural Reasons to Visit Every Province in Spain (1/2)” … Continue reading
If you have a pair of sunglasses and a sketch book, you’ll need nothing else in Spain. In addition to the sunshine and its (amazing) food, Spain is also widely known for its architecture. Influenced by the Romans, the Visigoths and the Muslims among others, Spain has a beautiful mixture of architectural styles that have remained or have … Continue reading
If you love photography, you’ll be quite impressed by Chema Madoz, a Spanish photographer who won The National Photography Prize in 2000. But what is it exactly that makes his photographs so unique? He always shoots with natural light and uses a medium format Hasselblad. However, the extreme sensibility of his photographs go beyond technicism. … Continue reading
Miami is an amazing North American city where you can find anything you want. If you want sun and sand, you’ll have it. But if you wanted a 12th-century monastery brought stone by stone from Spain you could have it too. Impressed? Continue reading… The clear blue water and the white sand beaches are a … Continue reading
Miami is the kind of city not many people visit for its architecture, unless you aren’t the average traveler. In that case you’ll be amazed by its colorful Art Deco buildings from the very first minute you step on Ocean Drive. This kind of architecture reminds us of better times in Cuba, when ladies wore … Continue reading
Architectural photography is one of the most beautiful types of art, and also my favourite. Its goal is to capture the philosophy and essence of a building into a single image- not an easy task at all. However, when done correctly, it looks as if no effort was needed. The greatness of some of the … Continue reading
Despite the use of color in architecture throughout history, modern constructions seem to be a bit skeptical of this design aspect. Contemporary architecture tends to avoid color in general and there are only a few buildings who manage to use tones in the right way. Architects don’t want their buildings to look like a kindergarten … Continue reading
Some weeks ago I published 10 Sites To Take The Best Skyline Pictures in Chicago and immediately thought of San Francisco. Its hilly landscape hides potential views like no other big city in North America. So to speak, you’ll have to be fit to reach many of these spots- but the views will pay off … Continue reading
Winter 1970, Madrid If you love concrete you’ll love this piece, built between 1960-1990. The Spanish cultural heritage building, “Instituto del Patrimonio Cultural” is the most unusual concrete building in Madrid. Building: Instituto del Patrimonio Cultural de España Architects: Fernando Higueras (1930-2008), Rafael Moneo (1937- ), Antonio Miró (1931-2011) Year built: 1960-1990 Location: Calle del … Continue reading
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