Architecture

February 27, 2021

Paris Was Rebuilt: How Baron Haussmann Created the Metropolis We Know Today

If you love the wide avenues and romantic architecture of Paris, France, you might have Baron Georges-Eugène Haussmann to thank. Though Haussmann remains one of the most controversial urban planners in history, his design for Paris has become engrained in the city’s aesthetic and reputation. Haussmann was a dynamic figure with a larger-than-life legacy.

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February 23, 2021

This Double-Decker Luxury Camper Van Has a Pop-Up Second Floor

Over the years, van life has been gaining more and more traction. Though this nomadic lifestyle isn't for everyone, there is an undeniable appeal to maintaining all the comforts of your stationary home as you set out on the open road. RVs and campers designed with that explicit purpose continue to hit the market, each time offering more and more coveted amenities.

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February 19, 2021

10 Amazing Buildings Designed by Bjarke Ingels Group

Danish architect Bjarke Ingels is one of the most popular contemporary architects in the world. His firm, Bjarke Ingels Group—better known simply as BIG—is famous for its playful schemes and easy-to-understand architectural gestures. BIG is also known for its clean design diagrams, which demonstrate the logical but bold design moves that go into creating many of its iconic projects.

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