There aren’t too many opportunities to feel like an adventurer in modern times. However, exploring abandoned places and finding unexpected treasures can give you that deep thrill. You might not bring anything physical back to show for your efforts, but the photos you take and the first-hand experiences make for even better souvenirs.
Every now and then, we hear about funny architectural fails where lack of taste meets poor aesthetics and greets atrocious execution. Check out our previous features with such examples here, here, and here.
Yet another glorious expression of Gothic architecture, the Cathedral at Exeter, England, dates from 1050, 16 years before the Norman Conquest.
Image 2 of 23 from gallery of The Museum of Cantonese Opera Art / Architectural Design and Research Institute of SCUT + Architectural Designand Research Institute of Guangdong Province. Photograph by Jing Guo
When making a trip to the design-forward Danish city, here’s what to see, from historic sites to modern masterpieces
A new book surveys the Catalan architect’s oeuvre, and the many inspirations that went into creating his defining aesthetic
When you ask an architect about Frank Lloyd Wright, one of the first words out of their mouth will, without fail, be mention of Fallingwater
The best pubs in London come in all shapes and styles, and this guide will help you find the right one for your tastes and preferences.
There aren’t too many opportunities to feel like an adventurer in modern times. However, exploring abandoned places and finding unexpected treasures can give you that deep thrill. You might not bring anything physical back to show for your efforts, but the photos you take and the first-hand experiences make for even better souvenirs.
This amazing shot captures vibrant Autumn colors and the beautiful architecture of the National Museum in Wrocław. It has been established in 1947 and holds one of the largest collections of contemporary art in Poland.
From Saint-Émilion to Rocamadour, these quintessential small towns are pristine thanks to their isolation—and a delight for any traveler with a set of wheels
Every now and then, we hear about funny architectural fails where lack of taste meets poor aesthetics and greets atrocious execution. Check out our previous features with such examples here, here, and here.
More than 4 billion people live in urban areas globally. It’s now projected that by 2050, more than two-thirds of the world population will live in urban areas. So no wonder we pay more importance to the buildings and structures around us.
Jewel is an integrated project at the Singapore Airport that creates a multi-sensory experience of nature and worlds tallest indoor waterfall
Guide and tips for visiting Nymphenburg Palace or Schloss Nymphenburg in Munich with kids
While the architect struggled early in his career, the Spanish-born innovator persevered and his vision now exemplifies a vibrant city's aesthetic
It has been dreamt-up by Turkish architecture firm Hayri Atak Architectural Design Studio, which described the structure as 'amorphous' and having a 'transparent, ghostly stance in the city skyline'.
the new zealand pavilion at the venice architecture biennale 2014, presents 'last, loneliest, loveliest', a display of inherently pacific design approaches.
Zwinger Palace was built in Dresden, the capital of Saxony, during the reign of Augustus the Strong in the year 1709, and has been famous ...
See stunning examples of the style from Scotland to Belgium
Caitlin is walking us through the history of the Art Nouveau architecture era and this is one history lesson you won't want to miss
This free Clerkenwell walking tour will take you on a a self-guided walk in Clerkenwell, London. It comes with a detailed walking route, photos, and a map.
We humans often build roads and bridges, canals and ports, even entire cities at the expense of the environment. But nature isn't planning on giving up. On the contrary, it is determined to persevere, showing just how fragile our creations are.
Up top, there are mirrored ceilings—while gleaming black tile floors reflect the bookcases for a serious M.C. Escher effect
The artist behind the wildly popular Instagram account, @gaudism.ai, talks with AD about the colorful and organic landscapes inspired by the works of Catalan architect
Over the years, we at Bored Panda have released quite a few pieces on subpar design. And while these publications are incredibly fun to prepare and scroll through (just take a look at this one), we need to balance them out a little. After all, not every designer is an incompetent 3-year-old. Some of them are 4... light-years ahead of the competition.
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Designed by the Dutch firm MVRDV, this futuristic-looking library in China might be the most exciting place to read a book
On display in 2019 are homes from Inman Park to the Chattahoochee River and beyond.
The Stick style, as it is now called, represented the most innovative design concepts and building technologies of its time, yet it did not attract serious study—or even a widely accepted name—until a century later.
Image 4 of 17 from gallery of Infinity / Atelier d’Architecture Bruno Erpicum & Partners. Photograph by Jean-Luc Laloux
Wondering how to photograph Paris' unique architecture? Photographer Patrick Colpron provides his best tips and tricks with us!
Image 13 of 32 from gallery of Entreparotas House / Di Frenna Arquitectos. Photograph by Lorena Darquea
Want to know where to eat and drink in Tainan? Jump in to discover quirky cafes, stylish bars and unique eateries in this characterful Taiwan city.
Biophilic architecture is redefining the ways with live with and in nature. Check out these 58 gorgeous modern examples.
Penda has released images of its proposed high-rise residential tower in Tel Aviv, featuring brick arches and cascading terraces influenced by the Bauhaus.
I've quietly continued to get inspired by the mid-century era yet in recent times I've not brought anything across onto the blog in correspondence with this. Today I felt it was about time I stopped hoarding my sources of inspiration and shared them with you all, so here we are with a collection of photographs that Fredrick Barr has lovingly curated over on flickr, which I'm sure many of you are go ...
Guide and tips for visiting Nymphenburg Palace or Schloss Nymphenburg in Munich with kids
Some column styles found on today's homes have an interesting history. Here are some of the many column types found in architecture through the ages.
Le compte Instagram @gaudism.ai fait voyager à travers des paysages fantasmagoriques et colorés. Inspirés par l'œuvre d'Antoni Gaudí, ils sont conçus par intelligence artificielle. Nous avons rencontré Ariadna Giménez, la fondatrice du projet.
It is quite common to receive inspiration from the organic forms and beauty of nature, but self-taught French architect Jacques Couëlle took this inspiration one step further than most. His work on the Castellaras estate in Mouans-Sartoux, France blurs the line between nature, architecture, and sculptural
