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Sandstone in Architecture is a sedimentary rock valued for its natural beauty, workability, and versatility. Renowned for its warm, earthy tones and textured surfaces, it has been a popular building material for centuries, used in facades, flooring, sculptures, and historical monuments. Sandstone’s durability and resistance to weathering make it suitable for both interior and exterior applications, while its ability to be carved and shaped allows for intricate detailing. Its timeless appeal and connection to natural landscapes make sandstone a favored choice for architects seeking to blend tradition with aesthetic charm.
Perched on the cliffs of Mallorca, Can Lis is a deeply personal work by Jørn Utzon. It is more than a house designed in 1971 as a retreat following his departure…
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The New Provostry, a neo-Gothic treasure dating back to 1877, stands proudly next to St. Vitus Cathedral in the historic heart of Prague Castle. Recently revitalized by Studio Acht, this…
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The Jawahar Kala Kendra (JKK) in Jaipur, Rajasthan, is a cultural and arts center designed by renowned Indian architect Charles Correa in 1986. Commissioned by the Government of Rajasthan, it…
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Completed in 2017 by Foster + Partners, Bloomberg’s European headquarters is located in the heart of the City of London. Skillfully blending modern design principles with a profound respect for…
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The James Simon Gallery building, designed by Pritzker Prize 2023 winner David Chipperfield, was completed in December 2018. The design of the building is inspired by Friedrich August Stüler’s colonnades…
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Completed in 1996 by Indian architect Charles Correa, the Vidhan Bhavan ( State Assembly), in the capital city of Bhopal, for the Government of Madhya Pradesh, was commissioned in 1980…
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Completed in 2020 by Portuguese architecture firm dp Arquitectos, the House in Santrém overlooks Portugal’s countryside. Defined as a collection of minimal volumes and elevations to create an intimate private…
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The Great Mosque of Samarra and the Abu Dulaf Mosque were built in the 9th century, and they both testify to the architectural and artistic innovations developed in the region….
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In 2009 Marwan Al-Sayed, Wendell Burnette and Rick Joy completed the Amangiri resort located in the USA’s Grand Circle region. The resort overlooks the beautiful desert scenery and the Southwest’s…
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The Chishui Cemetery Memorial Hall designed by West-line Studio was added in 2012 and it is located on the northern side of the main cemetery axis, on a Danxia stone…
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The Serpentine Gallery has unveiled the 4 designs for the 2016 Serpentine Summer House in London designed by Kunlé Adeyemi – NLÉ, Barkow Leibinger, Yona Friedman, and Asif Khan. The four…
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