A Japanese skyline twists and curves in this mystifying short film
Cities usually get their energy from people moving through streets and buildings — not the structures themselves.But in a new experimental film by the artist collective Aujik, buildings in Osaka, Japan...
View ArticleLego's new headquarters is like a real-life Lego building
If you ever had a childhood dream of walking inside a real-life Lego building, that fantasy could soon become a reality —if you visit Billund, Denmark.Lego will soon build a 560,000-square-foot...
View ArticleThis shimmering Oxford University building looks nearly invisible
Many architects strive to design works that stand out against the surrounding landscape — not fade into the background.But that's not the case with Oxford University's Investcorp Building, which...
View ArticleThis beautiful outdoor micro-library can pop up anywhere
Libraries are often monolithic buildings filled with extensive collections.But a new outdoor micro-library in the Philippines, called the Book Stop, is the exact opposite. Constantly changing books and...
View ArticleThese Harvard-designed tiny homes are the future of weekend getaways — take a...
Living in a city is stressful. Sometimes urbanites just need to get away from all the noise, people, and the daily grind.That's the thinking behind Getaway, a micro-cabin startup launched out of the...
View ArticleThe 16 most breathtaking buildings in the world, according to architects
Like paintings and sculptures, buildings can be beautiful works of art.We asked architects to tell us the one building that's a game-changer for building design, inspired them to become architects, or...
View ArticleThis floating underwater tunnel in Norway could save half a day in travel time
Norwegians treasure their beloved fjords — and at 1,190 in total, there are plenty to love — but the giant bodies of water pose serious hurdles to traveling across the country, especially when roads...
View Article22 gorgeous buildings everyone should see in London
Outside New York and Rome, few cities have as many iconic buildings as London does. The British city has a stark contrast of buildings both new and old. Glass skyscrapers tower over castles while...
View ArticleThis Parisian library looks like a real-life Hogwarts
If you're wondering what it could be like to study at Hogwarts, consider heading over to the Sainte-Geneviève Library.Located in Paris, France, the century-old library features a reading room that...
View ArticleThe 55 buildings in New York City you need to see in your lifetime
It's said that New York City is a concrete jungle (where dreams are made of), but there's a lot to love about the concrete (and glass, and steel, and brick) that makes up the city. The five boroughs...
View Article18 of the most colorful destinations around the world
If you're tired of your traditional urban landscape, these 18 cities across the globe will offer plenty of color to brighten your view.From Thailand to Peru, these are some of the most colorful cities...
View ArticleInside the 'Big Lebowski' home, the iconic $40 million mansion that will be...
You may not know LA's Sheats-Goldstein Residence by name, but chances are, you've seen it in "The Big Lebowski,""Charlie's Angels: Full Throttle," or on Instagram. Rihanna even held her 27th birthday...
View Article5 tiny off-grid pods that could replace your house
As energy and housing costs rise around the country, more and more people are opting for tiny houses and seeking ways to make their homes energy efficient, or even self-sufficient. Small, off-grid pods...
View ArticleThe firehouse from 'Ghostbusters' is getting a $6 million renovation
In the beloved 1984 film, the Ghostbusters move to a dusty firehouse that becomes their headquarters. But one member of the trio isn't so sure about the space. "I think this building should be...
View ArticleThe most beautiful library in each US state
Libraries are timeless treasures.Even as pulpy paperbacks get swapped out for electronic ink, we still crave a physical space where we can surround ourselves with knowledge. When done right, those...
View ArticleThe 100 coolest works of architecture in the world
The world has so many incredible buildings that it can be hard to know which are truly above the rest.For those who want to brush up on their architecture knowledge, we've compiled a ranking of the 100...
View Article11 incredibly skinny houses around the world
As cities get more crowded and housing becomes more expensive, it's no surprise that people are increasingly willing to live in small spaces. Tiny houses are growing in popularity, and off-grid pod...
View ArticleThe new Sandy Hook Elementary School hides high security in beautiful design
Don't let the wavy lines and colorful blinds fool you: When it comes to security, the new Sandy Hook Elementary School building is anything but whimsical.It's been four years since a gunman killed 20...
View ArticleA $350 million skyscraper in San Francisco is tilting and sinking — here's why
San Francisco seems to have its own leaning tower.It's called the Millennium Tower, and according to the San Francisco Chronicle, it has sunk 16 inches into the ground and tilted two inches to the...
View ArticleThe architects of the London Eye are about to launch a 'doughnut-pod' with...
British Airways is launching the world's first vertical cable car, which will offer passengers unprecedented, 360-degree views of the English seafront.The 531-foot-tall British Airways i360 is formed...
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