The second-largest seaport in Europe deserves a beautiful landmark to house its main offices, and that’s exactly what it got. The Port Authority Building is one of the most striking buildings in Antwerp, the second-largest city in Belgium, and was designed by a world-famous architect. It’s not just the design that makes this a remarkable …
The capital city of Ireland is home to one of the most stunning and influential Neoclassical buildings in the country. The Custom House is located along the banks of the River Liffey in the heart of the city and is definitely one of the most notable landmarks in Dublin. Let’s take a closer look at …
Compared to various other architectural styles, Renaissance architecture of the 15th and early 16th centuries was rather dull. The core principle during this era was to build structures that were as harmonious as possible. Therefore, symmetry and solidity were core features. The Mannerist era emerged following the High Renaissance in the early 1520s and this …
When you visit the historical heart of Naples, the third-largest city in Italy, you’ll discover one of the most stunning buildings in the country. I’m not talking about the Royal Palace, the Teatro San Carlo, or even the historic Castel Nuovo. I’m referring to one of the most beautiful shopping arcades in the world. It …
When it comes to skyscraper architecture, a lot has happened over the past couple of decades. Compared to the days of the early skyscrapers, several buildings have emerged that incorporate the most significant form of decoration into their overall design. Some of the most notable examples are twisted buildings that have been constructed all around …
See Naples and Die or “Vedi Napoli e poi muori” might be a phrase that you have heard somewhere, and I’m happy to say you don’t need to take it literally. It simply means that you have to see the beautiful city of Naples and admire its magnificent architectural landscape once in your life. The …
Most medieval castles in Europe were constructed as fortifications to protect a certain area. The location of these buildings was, therefore, essential. Very few castles embody this notion than this magnificent castle in a small town in the eastern part of Switzerland. This building in Switzerland has a history that probably goes back over a …
The title of the first major shopping mall in the world has sometimes been given to Trajan’s Market in Rome, a structure that was completed in the 2nd century A.D. Shopping malls as we know them today have their roots in the late 18th century, and more specifically the shopping arcades that were part of …
The late 18th and early 19th centuries was an era that was defined by the Industrial Revolution and the fast urbanization of European cities. Along with this urban development came a new form of structure that served as shopping venues, known today as shopping arcades. The first of its kind was constructed within the Palais-Royal …
The exterior of this church in Rome already looks as if there’s something special to be found inside, and that’s definitely the case. Santa Maria della Vittoria is a Catholic church and basilica constructed during the Baroque era and houses one of the most stunning frescoes and sculptures in the city. There’s also a remarkable …