The Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi’s vision and mission were to embody nature in his buildings. He had three major passions: God, nature, and architecture, and the Sagrada Familia stands as a testament to his principles. Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, also known as the Sagrada Familia, is one of the oldest unfinished buildings in the ...
Have you ever wondered what life is like for those who call a truly unusual place home? Across the globe, some houses are shaped like mushrooms or igloos, while others are built into cliffsides or hang precariously in trees. Prepare to have your mind expanded as you explore 10 of the strangest homes from around ...
Not only are Disney castles beautiful, but they often are essential to the story. But have you ever thought about the artists and even Walt Disney got their ideas? The castles in your favorite Disney movies are based on real castles, palaces, and even a well-known hotel. You can still visit the buildings and structures, ...
Architecture is a discipline where art meets mathematics (engineering). Architects essentially blend these two sides, making architecture interesting for many people. But is there a one-size-fits-all design philosophy for architects? Why is one building more beautiful than another? Can architects create a building that will be universally beautiful, and what would be the characteristics of ...
Since ancient times, the Chinese people greatly valued praying to gods for blessings and protection. Therefore, worshiping Heaven became a crucial and solemn national ceremony in ancient China. The Temple of Heaven was where the emperor worshiped Heaven and held a ritual to pray for good harvests. Heaven is one of the core concepts in ...
A busy roundabout in a big city, noise, cars, people rushing by and filling their days with endless tasks and duties — this image is quite common in the Western world. How many people see themselves living a similar life? How many have lost touch with their inner selves and who they really are? Matthew ...
Kengo Kuma is one of Japan’s most noted architects and a professor at the University of Tokyo’s Department of Architecture. The specialty of Kuma’s architectural designs is the interconnectivity with nature. A great emphasis is placed upon natural materials, transparency and light, and practical use. The result is architectural structures and designs that are unique. ...
Man finds beauty in two things — that which nature has created and that which he has created. Over the past several centuries, human beings have crafted numerous stunning manmade structures. 7 of the most beautiful manmade structures 1. Sydney Opera House The Sydney Opera House is the most iconic structure in Australia and is ...
The Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy is a world-famous monument with its 4° lean, which is said to be due to an unstable foundation. Dallas recently got its own leaning tower after a demolition attempt on a building ended up in failure, leaving the core of the structure tilting to its side. The Leaning ...
Works of art are one thing that visually impaired people usually cannot enjoy. After all, what would one see without his eyes? People without eyesight are thus robbed of the chance to experience some of the finest art pieces of human history. A German sculptor, Egbert Broerken, troubled by the realization that blind people are ...