Valente Building in São Paulo stands out with its bold, stacked volumes and playful geometry. Each balcony frames a unique view, creating a dynamic rhythm across the facade. It’s a striking example of contemporary Brazilian architecture pushing boundaries in urban living.

The ONO is a lounge-chair (“ukma de descanso”) designed by the Mexican design brand UKMA

Zizhu Temple in Tibet sits high among dramatic, snow-covered peaks, looking like a hidden mountaintop village. Its clustered monasteries and prayer flags create a surreal atmosphere, blending spiritual serenity with harsh natural beauty. A place that feels suspended between earth and sky.

New York unveils its newest icon: 270 Park Avenue, a $3B supertall by Foster + Partners, rising 423m and hosting 10,000 people. The all-electric, hydro-powered tower features generous public space, natural light, and enhanced air quality—defining the workplace of the future today.

The Clifftop House by Kontextus Architecture Studio, Hungary

The Norman Lykes House aka Circular Sun House was the last residential project designed by the architect Frank Lloyd Wright before his death in 1959

The Golden Hall of Augsburg Rathaus, Germany In addition to having one of Bavaria's finest Rococo ballrooms, Augsburg also boasts one of Germany's most important Renaissance style halls.

Staircase - Hotel Bristol Palace - Genoa, Italy

The Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption, Pietro Belluschi and Pier Luigi Nervi, San Francisco, USA, 1971

ADUnB Cultural Center, Nonato Veloso, Brasilia, Brazil, 2014, photo Joana França.

In rural Maharashtra, this school by Pooja Khairnar transforms former terraced farmland into a playful learning landscape. Modular classrooms, open courtyards, and raised plinths encourage movement, interaction, and exploration, blending local context with child-centered design.

The Breuer Building, designed by Marcel Breuer, is a landmark of Brutalist architecture. Its bold, sculptural form features heavy cantilevered volumes and a distinctive angled window. The rough stone façade emphasizes mass and shadow, creating a powerful urban presence on Madison Avenue.

Weissenhof, Stuttgart - 1927. Where modern living began. Le Corbusier and Mies van der Rohe envisioned light, clarity and a new way of life

When you think of American cities you think of places built for maximum efficiency and commerce — not necessarily for beauty and harmony.

The west façade of the Siena Duomo showcases exquisite Sienese craftsmanship, blending French Gothic, Tuscan Romanesque, and Classical elements. Constructed in two phases between 1284 and 1370, its detailed sculptures and ornate design reflect the city’s artistic and architectural heritage

Hidden in Abhaneri, Chand Baori is a 1,000-year-old stepwell with over 3,500 precisely arranged steps descending 13 levels. It combines practical water storage with stunning geometric symmetry, making it a remarkable example of ancient engineering and design.

Timber shutters in Isfahan, Iran No brick for once, but an elegant mix of concrete and wood by BA Design Studio

Ghana's 1. precast rammed earth project by deroche projects hosts community tennis court.

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The Neoclassical dome of St. Blasius in St. Blasien, Germany

The Basilique Cathédrale de Saint‑Denis will launch a five-year restoration from March 14 2025 to rebuild its long-absent north tower and spire, which were demolished in the 1840s. Starting October 17, 2025 visitors can tour a new onsite construction-experience exhibition.

One of the entrances of the Grand Egyptian Museum

Cultural Centre in Arak, Iran By A. P. Pars Architects

The King's College Chapel, at the University of Cambridge, is considered one of the finest examples of late Perpendicular Gothic English architecture and features the world's largest fan vault. The Chapel was built in phases by a succession of kings of England from 1446 to 1515 CE.

Albi Cathedral, France

Zayed National Museum by Foster + Partners in Abu Dhabi

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The "Glory Window," a stained-glass window in the Chapel of Thanksgiving at Thanks-Giving Square in Dallas, Texas. The window was designed by French artist Gabriel Loire.

Landgericht Halle (Regional Court) in Halle, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, completed in 1905

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Stumptown Coffee Shop, New York

Schwerin Castle, Germany

The majestic Wells Cathedral in all its splendor. The Scissor Arches you see were built in 1348 The cathedral’s central tower had been completed by 1313, but its weight caused foundation shifts. To prevent collapse, they designed the arches as a bracing system to redistribute the tower’s weight.

Torre dell'Orologio in Venice, Italy ℹ️ The clock tower has been a central part of Venice's life for over 500 years

The beautiful Art Nouveau railway station, Taormina-Giardini, Italy

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Allmannajuvet zinc mine museum, Peter Zumthor, Sauda, Norway, 2016, photo Per Ritzler.

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The Chapel of Sound by OPEN Architecture is a monolithic, cave-like concert hall near the Great Wall in China. Built from layered concrete mixed with local stone, it blends with the landscape and uses natural openings to shape acoustics and connect with nature.

Alila Yangshuo Hotel, Vector Architects, Guilin, China, 2017, photo Su Shengliang

Einstein Tower, Erich Mendelsohn, Potsdam, Germany, 1921, photo Giuseppe Gallo

Freestanding 48-car elevator parking garage in downtown Chicago's business district, built by the Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing Company, 1936

Drawing of Habitable Bridge London, designed by Daniel Libeskind

Casa San Francisco by Jorge Garibay Architects blends winemaking heritage, convent-inspired forms, and natural surroundings. Five stone volumes frame vineyard views, using local materials and simple light to evoke time, calm, and contemplation.

The Romanian Athenaeum in Bucharest is a stunning cultural landmark. Opened in 1888, it hosts the George Enescu Philharmonic and its famous festival. Its neoclassical architecture and rich musical history make it a must-see for art lovers.

Shenzhen’s new Yidan Center by Zaha Hadid Architects stands as a global hub for education innovation. Sustainable design, open terraces, and cultural spaces shape a vibrant community landmark in Qianhai. A forward-looking home for learning and collaboration.

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Cathedral of Santa Maria of Palma in Mallorca, Spain

This stained glass at the Sanctuary of St. Don Bosco in Brazil looks like a jeweled curtain of light.

Art Nouveau stained glass dome from 1908 at the Palace of Catalan Music, a concert hall in Barcelona, designed by painter and glassmaker Antoni Rigalt (1850-1914)