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Five historic English sites are offering cushions and floor space so visitors can fully appreciate centuries-old ceiling masterpieces. The campaign runs through November 1 and features everything from gold-leaf stars to Greek-inspired glass roofs.
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Shanghai's stunning new opera house welcomes everyone, ticket or not, with a gravity-defying spiral staircase connecting the waterfront to a rooftop stage. The 1.6 million square foot cultural landmark proves world-class performance venues can belong to everyone.
A beloved 140-year-old Christchurch church destroyed by earthquakes has been transformed into beautiful apartments for families who were living in motels and refugee camps. The project just won New Zealand's top architectural honor for proving that great design can offer dignity to people in need.
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The world's largest collection of Spanish painter Joaquín Sorolla's luminous works is back on public display after a transformative two-year renovation. The Madrid museum now features nearly 20,000 square feet of new space, including modern galleries flooded with natural light that honor the "master of light's" artistic vision.
The iconic Christ the Redeemer statue, now one of the world's most recognizable landmarks, welcomed its first visitors 95 years ago today above Rio de Janeiro. What started as a vastly different design became an enduring symbol of hope with arms stretched wide to embrace the world.
When a sea captain couldn't get paid in cash, he took a billiard table instead and had to extend his Auckland villa's lounge to play. The quirky 1900s renovation still stands today as the historic home finds its fifth family in over a century.
Saudi Arabia's Jeddah Tower just cracked the world's top 15 tallest buildings, and it's not even halfway done. When complete in 2028, it will soar past 1 kilometer high, making it the world's first building to break that barrier.
One of Manhattan's most iconic Art Deco skyscrapers is getting a stunning makeover that will restore its famous crown to its former glory. The 95-year-old Chrysler Building's renovation will also fund full scholarships for college students.
One of New York's most beloved art deco landmarks is getting a fresh start. Real estate firm Tishman Speyer just bought the iconic Chrysler Building and plans a massive restoration to bring the 95-year-old skyscraper into the modern age.
A shallow reflecting pool on an Austrian mountaintop now doubles the beauty of the Alps, turning a seasonal ski destination into a year-round wonder. The design invites visitors to step into the landscape itself.
A new study reveals the ancient Greeks didn't curve the Parthenon's base to create an optical illusion after all. The truth behind this architectural choice is simpler and more beautiful than we thought.
When iconic ranchera singer Chavela Vargas visited Tepoztlán, she recognized a mountain she'd seen only in her dreams. Her former home is now a vibrant artistic retreat honoring her legacy.