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Vienna's Architectural Evolution: 21 Landmarks Spanning Baroque, Secession, and Contemporary Styles

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via Shutterstock | mRGB Often referred to as the “City of Music,” Vienna stands as a living testament to architectural evolution across centuries. From Adolf Loos , whose radical ideas challenged the trends of his time, to Otto Wagner, a pioneer of Viennese Modernism , Vienna's architectural legacy continued to evolve.

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London Architecture City Guide: 20 Modern and Contemporary Attractions to Explore in UK’s Cultural and Financial Powerhouse

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Image © S.Borisov via Shutterstock London’s architectural history is a rich tapestry that weaves together styles of various periods and influences. In the post-war era, the city experienced a surge in modern architecture, becoming a canvas for experimentation.

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Exploring Local Material in Contemporary Architecture: PWDC Transforms Building Surfaces in Nigeria

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Image © Mujib Ojeifo In Lagos , a city with a complex urban fabric that includes historical buildings and vast interpretations of contemporary architecture, lies PatrickWaheed Design Consulting (PWDC). These projects brought the Laterite finishing technique to life and now help build the case for a Nigerian architectural language.

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Waiwai Presents "Tashkhent: Appropriating Modernism" at Sharjah Triennial 2023

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Tashkent: Appropriating Modernism, installation view showing a reproduction of the columns and canopy of the Zarafshan restaurant at 1:2 scale, original and contemporary forms. The showcase spotlights three essential instances of modern architecture in Tashkent , Uzbekistan. Photo: Ivan Erofeev. Read more »

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Modern Straw: From Building System to Decoration

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Museum & Biodiversity Research Center / Guinée et Potin Architects © Stephane Chalmeau The use and demand for natural materials in architecture and interior design have facilitated the revival of updated traditional construction systems for the contemporary context.

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Contrast or Harmony: The Aesthetic of Modern Adaptations to Historic Buildings

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Antwerp Port House by Zaha Hadid Architects. The intervention in such buildings requires a delicate balance between honoring their heritage and meeting contemporary demands. They then create modern extensions that either harmonize or contrast with the original structure.

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Regional Modernism in Bangladesh: The Architecture of Muzharul Islam

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Spearheading the movement in Bangladesh was the architect Muzharul Islam whose work continues to influence contemporary Bangladeshi architecture. The newfound independence invited the international Modernist movement to envision a fresh identity for the nations. Read more »

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