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Architect Transforms Everyday Things into Unique Buildings

The 33-year-old Brazilian architect and urban planner based in Rio de Janeiro reimagines these everyday items and draws them as unique buildings. While this concept may sound weird – after all, how can a piece of chocolate be transformed into a building ?

The 16 Buildings Most Revered By Architects The World Over

This means that buildings are laid out in the shape of an airplane - housing blocks line the "wings", while the "fuselage", or "body", is filled with embassies, government buildings and cultural institutions. 3. São Paulo Museum of Art, São Paulo, Brazil.

These 18 Buildings Show Just How Artistic Some Architects Are

When you talk about artists, you usually think of painters, sculptors, dancers, singers, and even actors, but you’ll rarely hear anyone include architects.

These Architects Didn’t Think Much About Safety

These Architects Didn’t Care Much About Safety -18 Pics baba recommends, designs unusual, architecture fails, architectural wonders, architecture masterpiece, funny fails, architectural oddities These architects had one job but failed miserably at it.

These Nature Loving Architects Built AROUND the Trees...

Instead of giving the trees the chop, these thoughtful architects decided to incorporate the trees on site into the design of the buildings. The results are fascinating - a stylish balance of nature and urbanization. A playground where climbing the tree is expected.

13 Incredible & Intricate Homes of Animal Architects

From the ancient Egyptians and Chinese, through Michelangelo and Thomas Jefferson, humanity’s history has been full of great architects and architecture.

When Architects Get Weird: Odd Buildings

Every architect's bad dream involves living in this very building Image Source: Izismile 9. A subtle hint that you're not welcome in this building Image Source: Reddit [related_articles] 10. Just one question: WHY? Image Source: Reddit 11. Well, you gotta make things work, I guess...

Gaudi: The Iconic Architect That Made Buildings Look Alive

To this day, hundreds of architects, engineers and builders are toiling away to finish Gaudi’s final grand creation, the tallest church on the entire planet, the Sagrada Familia . Join us on our journey through the great modernist architect’s life and admire some of his glorious masterpieces.

These Architects Should Really Rethink Their Career Choice

The architects probably got fired, we hope. But you have to wonder, was no-one paying attention during construction? TTS [related_articles] H/T: acidcow.com When Construction Goes Wrong photos, funny, humanity, construction, mistakes, human error, oops Somebody messed up big time.

9 Amazing Buildings That You Will Want to See in Person

Every year the American Institute of Architects (AIA) announces a list of architectural gems and masterpieces under the title AIA Honor Awards. The 2019 award winners were announced quite recently, with 9 buildings worldwide receiving the award this year.

American Homes Changed SO Much In the Past 400 Years!

The American Home Shield created a series of renders that showcase the history of the American home. The series features a list of 10 distinct styles of homes spanning from the 1600s to this day! Learn more on The American Home Shield Website , Facebook Page , and YouTube Channel .

These Native American Achievements Are Truly Outstanding!

Thousands of years before European women would begin the struggle for their own equality, Native American women already had equal rights to their men. In fact, it was Native American women who initially inspired European women to fight back against being second-class citizens. 2.

These American History “Facts” Are Actually False

For example, Christopher Columbus , often credited with discovering America, never actually landed on North American shores. Furthermore, the Declaration of Independence didn't get signed on July 4th, as many widely believe.

These Beautiful American Portraits Are Instant Classics

Contemporary American artist Adrienne Stein discovered her love for painting and drawing early in life. This young (b. 1986) Pennsylvania native studied traditional European painting techniques and is inspired to bridge the past with the present by using old techniques with modern subjects.

This is The OLDEST American Motorcycle Company

Ace Motor - 1919 Source This company, founded in 1919 by American engineer William G. Henderson, operated smoothly until 1924. They specialized in large luxury four-cylinder motorcycles.