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The architecture of the 1990s was marked by a shift away from the minimalism and functionalism of the previous decade towards a more eclectic and decorative style. The era saw a resurgence of historical references and a return to ornamentation in design. The use of new digital technologies allowed architects to experiment with complex forms and shapes, leading to a new generation of iconic buildings. The Deconstructivist movement, associated with architects like Frank Gehry, was also a prominent feature of the period. Additionally, the 1990s saw the rise of the “Starchitect” phenomenon, with architects like Zaha Hadid and Rem Koolhaas becoming household names.
The Kandalama Hotel, nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Dambulla, Sri Lanka, seamlessly blends with its natural surroundings. Designed by renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa, the hotel is a testament to…
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Completed in 1995, the Satellite House Complex is a masterpiece of organic architecture designed by the Mexican architect Javier Senosiain. This stunning complex has earned its reputation as one of…
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Renowned Indian architect Charles Correa created the Jawahar Kala Kendra Arts Centre in Jaipur in 1986. The Rajasthan government commissioned the center to safeguard and promote Rajasthani arts and crafts….
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The Portuguese Pavilion of 1998, designed by Alvaro Siza, was a prominent feature at the Lisbon Expo 98. Without competition, Siza was entrusted with realizing the main pavilion to represent…
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T-House, located in Wilton, NY, is a country retreat commissioned by an aspiring author who desired a space to house his extensive collection of 10,000 books. Designed by Ungers and…
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Completed in 1990 by Italian architect Aldo Rossi, the Town Hall of Borgoricco, Italy, is known for its repeated use of cones, cylinders, and squares.
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Anne Lacaton & Jean-Philippe Vassal, the French architect couple winner of the Pritzker 2021 Prize, designed the Cap Ferret house in the pines in 1998 on an undeveloped plot in…
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The Site of Reversible Destiny is an “experience park” opened in 1995 designed by Nagoya-born, New York-based artist Arakawa Shusaku and his wife and artistic partner, poet Madeline Gins. The theme of…
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Completed in 1994, the Lovett Bay House in Sydney is a stunning example of residential architecture that reflects the idea of the house as a vessel and a cradle for…
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In 1993, renowned architecture firm Legorreta + Legorreta, in collaboration with landscape architect Laurie Olin Architects, completed the final renovation of Pershing Square in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles….
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Completed in 1992 by Japanese architect Hiroshi Naito, the Sea Folk Museum is an example of wood Japanese craft with an 18.5 meter-wide (60.7 feet) roof constructed of laminated timber…
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In 1997, Pritzker Prize-winning Japanese architect Fumihiko Maki completed the Kaze-no-Oka Crematorium in Nakatsu, Japan. The building’s design emphasizes what the architect called “transitional spaces,” wherein the functional rooms are…
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In 1991, esteemed architects James Stirling, Michael Wilford, and their associate Thomas Muirhead unveiled their architectural marvel – the Bookshop Pavilion, nestled within the historic Venice gardens of the Arsenal….
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In 1997, Shigeru Ban completed the Wall-less House, also known as the House Without Walls. In this project, Ban creates a “universal floor,” a term coined by Robert Kronenberg in…
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