The house was built by architect Octavio Ocampo on the island Mujeres in Mexico. The island is surrounded by the Caribbean Sea, and the life in this house provides unique opportunity to feel yourself inside of a seashell. The Shell house is the most original house in Isla Mujeres or maybe in the world-one of the most sensual houses you will ever enjoy. The House Seashell
Nowadays buildings with roof gardens are popular in urban settings like San Francisco where outdoor space is limited. Also roof gardens have environmental impact. Here is a good example of a straight forward extensive green roof with flowering sedum and other plants. If you love nature and want to feel cozy you can appreciate green roofs.
Longaberger Headquarters — Newark, USABecause of its work selling baskets and other accessories, the Longaberger company headquarters is designed in the shape of a giant wooden basket. The handles are even heated to prevent ice forming and causing destruction or injury to the rest of the building and the employees.
National Centre for the Performing Arts, China. The National Centre for the Performing Arts, unlike the newest buildings in China took almost 6 years to be built . But all the time it had been being built was worth, considering the result – the building resembles an enormous egg, lying in an artificial lake, it is all made of titanium and glass and looks really amazing. Famous buildings to inspire you
Sydney Opera House is the most famous Australian architectural icon . Sydney Opera House is widely regarded as one of the greatest architectural works of the 20th century. The beautiful building comprises of three groups of interlocking shells, which roof two main performance halls and a restaurant. A masterpiece of modern architecture, the opera house has become an iconic symbol of both Sydney and the Australian nation.
Flatiron building, New York. The eye-catching Flatiron building in Manhattan was designed by Chicago architect Daniel Burnham . The distinctive triangular shape allowed the building to fill the space located at the intersection of Fifth Avenue and Broadway. Another of New York's skyscrapers, it was never the tallest but remains one of the most memorable and has been a source of inspiration for artists and architects for over a century now.
Mind House is the building located in Barcelona,designed by Antoni Gaudi . Designed in the early twentieth century,it was to become a garden city. It is now a public park, open all year, and a monument-symbol of the Catalan city, with a high tourist attendance. Mind House (Barcelona)
National Stadium (Bird's Nest)Affectionately known as Bird's Nest, it is situated in China. It was designed as the main stadium for Olympic Games. Nowadays, it is opened as a tourist attraction. In 2022, the opening and closing ceremonies of another important sport event, Winter Olympic Games will be held here.