Tag: Architecture
The Gateway Arch: Everything You Need to Know About the Tallest Monument in the US
There’s hardly a more recognizable landmark in the Midwest than the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, a monument honoring Thomas Jefferson and his...
The Blue Mosque: Everything You Need to Know
With a rich history dating back thousands of years, Istanbul is chock-full of architectural marvels. One such wonder is the Blue Mosque, or...
The Sydney Opera House: Everything You Need to Know About the Architectural Masterpiece
Though construction officially commenced in March 1959, the Sydney Opera House wasn’t completed until October 1973. When it was finally finished, Queen Elizabeth...
What Makes This the World’s Most Beautiful Museum?
As the world’s most beautiful museum, Simose Art Museum is a shining example of this. While the movable galleries aptly reference the local...
Notre-Dame Reopening: Inside the Cathedral for the First Time Since the Fire
Luckily, the vaulted ceiling contained much of the fire, and many of the artworks and relics, including the great organ, were saved. The...
Usonian Houses: Everything You Need to Know About Frank Lloyd Wright’s Affordable Homes
Built-in shelving. Wood-paneling. A connection with nature. These are just a few of the still extremely desirable qualities of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Usonian...