Radisson SAS Hotel, Glasgow

Radisson SAS Hotel, Glasgow

Gordon Murray and Alan Dunlop Architects were briefed to create a "memorable and dynamic hotel, pushing the boundaries of corporate design".
The result was a striking piece of architecture, with an external copper screen.

Kilncraigs, Alloa

Kilncraigs, Alloa

Clackmannanshire Council asked LDN Architects to convert the two remaining buildings at Kilncraigs Mill to form a new Centre for Creative Industries.
This project cost £3.5m and was completed in April 2003.

Westport, Edinburgh

Westport, Edinburgh

Reach and Hall Architects designed this development of open plan office space for AMA (New Town) in Edinburgh.
The location was sensitive - in the Old Town conservation area and on the edge of the World Heritage site.

very greenest skyscraper in the world

Compiled by Jon Schroeder from Portland State University with a degree in Environmental Communication, here are some of the very best greenest skyscraper in the world.
According to Jon, the Bahrain World Trade Center Towers in the Kingdom of Bahrain is the greenest among all, well, it is just his personal opinion, not very accurate but at least it gave us an insight view of these ecologically friendly buildings.Tags: Green Skyscrapers, Greenest Skyscraper, Skyscraper, Top Ten Green Skyscrapers

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Buildings wallpapers

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Zaha Phaeno

After a construction period of more than four years the phaeno building, breaking with many conventions has been hand over on the 24th of november. only with the help of most modern special building materials an international team the spatial conceptions of the design by pritzker prize winning architect zaha hadid could be realized. the winning design came out of an international competition organized in 2000.the initial design was presented as a printing, proposing the phaeno being built over the nearby road. several concrete cone feet carry the impressing mass. inside a seven meters height structural adventure unfolds. with forms, terraces and plateaus reminding of craters and caves. it required a large quantity of individually manufactured formwork and the newest technology in concrete. phæno is so far largest construction in “selfconsolidating concrete" (svb) built in europe and will therefore be an important reference object.phaeno is an initative of the city of wolfsburg, which invested 79 million euro in the project.

Zaha Cincinnati Gallery

Cincinnati's Contemporary Arts Center is the first built project in theUnited States by celebrated London-based architect Zaha Hadid. More than another example of the "Bilbao Effect" - the "build it and they will come" attitude that so many cities have taken on after the success of Gehry's building in Bilbao - the CAC is simply the latest building in a long line of projects that the city of Cincinnati has taken on over the last ten years, including works by Peter Eisenman, Frank Gehry and Michael Graves.

Zaha BMW Factory

Kieran Long Zaha Hadid’s new BMW factory in Leipzig is the latest strike in the war of architectural one-upmanship that has broken out amongst German car manufacturers. In the blue corner is Mercedes, with a new museum by Dutch radicals UN Studio. In the red is BMW with its soon to be built BMW World visitor centre by Austrian deconstructivists Coop Himmelblau, and now a new factory building in Leipzig by Zaha Hadid. The architecture that BMW and Mercedes have chosen is the formally hyperactive shape-making most obvious in the work of Hadid, brought in to give a certain intellectual and aesthetic sheen to the business of selling luxury cars.

Zaha Aquatics London Olympics

The process has begun to lift the roof of the Zaha Hadid-designed Olympic aquatics centre into place.
The 2,800 tonne, 160m-long wave-shaped roof will eventually rest on two concrete supports at its northern end and a supporting wall at its southern end.
A 70-tonne steel truss has been put in place on top of the southern wall and more will be assembled in coming months, the ODA said.
ODA chief executive David Higgins said: “The lift of the sweeping wave-shaped roof is one of the toughest construction and engineering challenges on the Olympic park and will showcase the world class expertise involved in delivering the venues and infrastructure for London 2012.”
Zaha Hadid added: “This is a key milestone in the construction programme we have been looking forward to since winning the 2004 competition. The roof of the aquatics centre reflects the fluidity of water and will provide an inspirational legacy for all Londoners well beyond the 2012 Games.”
The foundations of the venue are complete and work will begin on the pool structure once the steel roof is complete, the ODA said.

Pisa Tower

Places to visit
Campo dei Miracoli is the highest expression of Pisan Romanesque art. On an ample grass field lies the Duomo, the Battistero, the Campanile and the Churchyard. One cannot help but being immediately drawn by the Campanile, better known as Torre Pendente (Leaning Tower), symbol of the city and one of the world's most famous towers. In addition to this Piazza, which alone attracts tourists from all latitudes, one can visit the Museo Nazionale di San Matteo (sculpture, ceramics, Pisan School paintings), the Museo delle Sinopie, Piazza dei Cavalieri, the Scuola Normale Superiore of Pisa (one of the most prestigious University in the world), and the S. Maria della Spina church, authentic jewel of Romanesque-gothic art. Just at 2 Km from Pisa, the Environmental Park of San Rossore, with its homonymous estate, is known as an equestrian competition ground and breeding centre among the most important in Europe.

Taj Mahal

Arguably the most famous building in the world, the Taj Mahal is a magnificent monument that took 21 years and thousands of skilled workmen to build, and that is taken by millions around the world as a monument to romantic love.
Located in the heart of Agra, capital of India during the Moghul era, hundreds of years ago, the Taj, as it’s also know, was built by the Moghul emperor Shah Jahan, in memory of his late , beloved and favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal.Heart broken by her death, the emperor planned the Taj as his late wife’s tomb where she would be enshrined. Work on the Taj began in 1632, with a workforce estimated at 20000 men drawn from across present day Asia, and the mausoleum was finally completed in 1653.

Egyptian Attraction

The current hotspot for overseas investors is without a doubt Egypt.Low prices means many investors are not having to approach cash starved banks who have made lending harder. Seasoned investors can put a deposit down using a credit card and pay small monthly payments on many off plan or pre construction propertiesSo lets learn more about Egypt. Officially the Arab Republic of Egypt situated in North Africa it includes the Sinai Peninsula, Egypt borders Libya to the west, Sudan to the south, and Israel and the Gaza Strip to the northeast; on the north and the east are the Mediterranean Sea and the Red Sea, respectively. Egypt increasing tourism and desire to attract overseas property investors combined with low prices makes it a very attractive place to buy propertyEgypt Property HotspotsTipped for the Top Sahl Hasheesh Egypt.A stunning s mega resort in the shape of Sahl Hasheesh,with 20 five star minimum hotels and eight golf courses.Sahl Hasheesh is just 20 kilometers south of the Hurghada Airport and located along a 12 kilometer-long bay of the Red Sea. The climate here is nearly perfect year round, with averages in the winter around 14ºC and in the summer approaching 30ºC. There will be an Old Town with bars, shops and restaurants at the heart of the new development, as well as medical facilities, water sports and a sunken city for divers and snorkeling.The first golf courses are scheduled to open in 2008, with the Old Town opening its first shops and clubs in mid year as well. Several hotels are already open, including the Pyramisa, The Oberoi and Palm Beach Piazza.Hurghada Egypt.Considered by many as the leading bathing resort of Egypt this area has attracted international investors.Red Sea Egypt.The Red Sea Riviera is a great place to dive with a stunning coastline and low prices for off plan property and new homes buyers can find cheap property in EgyptLuxor Egypt.Luxor is an attractive place for tourists and includes the Valley of the Kings and Karnak.Luxor is a city of some 150,000 people and is governed by special statues that allow it more autonomyInvestment property in Egypt.Overseas investors know that profits are made on the purchase price and with low entry prices Egypt is set for good capital growth. Buying off plan property in Egypt allows investors to pay with staged payments. This means for the price of a second hand car investors can enter a market that has so much potential. The government is continuing to commit to legislative initiatives designed to enhance the investment climate demand for quality property for sale and short term let is increasing.Buying property in Egypt is a very attractive proposition; it offers a whole host of advantages including:Lots of sunshineInexpensive flightsLow cost of livingA unique atmosphereLow property pricesDiving destination of the worldIncreasing tourismGovernment favourable to overseas buyersSound investment potentialBy: Nicholas MarrArticle Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com

Empire State Building

Located in New York City, the Empire State Building is one of the world’s most famous structures. It was the world’s tallest building from 1931 until 1972. Today, only a small number of skyscrapers reach higher.
The history of the Empire State Building begins in the late 1800s, when construction companies began using steel to erect buildings. With that, the skyscraper was born. Soon, in the Empire State Building New York era, erecting the world’s tallest building became somewhat of a competition. First came the Woolworth Building in 1913. It was 792 feet high. Then there was the Bank of Manhattan constructed in 1930 at 927 feet. Following this, the Chrysler Building was erected at a height of 1, 046 feet. Yet even before the Chrysler Building was completed, investor John Jacob Raskob was making plans to go higher. He wanted to erect a building that would be a tribute to America as a land of opportunity. Raskob named his dream after New York State’s nickname, and the Empire State Building began to take shape.

Sydney Opera House

This was our view of The Sydney Opera House from the ferry we were on.
The Sydney Opera House is located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. It was made a UNESCO World Heritage Site on June 28, 2007.[1] Designed by Danish architect Jørn Utzon and Ove Arup & Partners, the Sydney Opera House is one of the world's most distinctive 20th century buildings, and one of the most famous performing arts venues in the world.

Musee Picasso

The Musée Picasso in Paris is housed on mansion, the Hôtel Salé, built in 1656 for the Lord of Fontenay, by Jean de Bourges. The Musée Picasso contains more than 3000 different art works by Pablo Picasso including drawings, ceramics and paintings, complemented by Picasso's own personal art collection including works by Cézanne, Degas, Rousseau, Seurat, de Chirico and Matisse.

La Sorbonne

La Sorbonne is the the University of Paris, founded in 1257 by Robert de Sorbon, and remains as one of the most famous and prestigious of universities in the world, having produced Nobel Prize winners from its faculty and student body, as well as a number of the greatest intellectuals, political theorists, scientists, physicians, theologians, and artists.

Palais Luxembourg

The Palais du Luxembourg is where the French Senate meets, located in Paris. Originally built for Marie de Médicis, by Salomon de Brosse, the decoration was in charge of the artists Nicolas Poussin and Philippe de Champaigne. This palace was the residence of Napoleon Bonaparte, served as headquarters of the Luftwaffe in France during the German occupation of Paris, and you can visit this 17th century building for free, but you need to make a reservation before.

Les Invalides

Les Invalides is a complex of buildings containing museums and monuments related to France's military history, a hospital and a retirement home for war veterans, and the burial site for some of France's war heroes, located in Paris. This project was initiated by Louis XIV in 1670, as a home and hospital for aged and unwell soldiers. You will see great examples of Baroque architecture, and the tomb of Napoleon Bonaparte, among its many interesting sights.

Musee D'orsay

Situated just across from Le Louvre, Musee D'orsay is worth visiting just for the architecture alone. It's a beautifully renovated train station, converted of course to be a museum. The art stored is mostly impressionist. If you are short on time, start at the top and move your way down. Unlike Le Louvre, the overall quality is consistently high and it's possible to see everything in a few hours.

Hagia Sophia one of world's most famous buildings - Istanbul, Turkey

Hagia Sophia is a former patriarchal basilica, later a mosque, now a museum in Istanbul, Turkey. Famous in particular for its massive dome, it is considered the epitome of Byzantine architecture. It was the largest cathedral in the world for nearly a thousand years, until the completion of the Seville Cathedral in 1520.

Taipei 101

This is the building that in the early 21st century put all the other buildings in their place. There was a rivalry between several buildings over who had the right to call themselves the tallest in the world. When the Petronas Towers were erected.

AT&T Building ( Nashville )

If you're looking for a warm, fuzzy image for your corporation -- this isn't it. This building was intended to look like a telephone at the top. And the decorative bridge that supports the company's logo does in some way resemble the receiver of a telephone in its cradle. But the addition of a pair of illuminated spires ruins the image. You can imagine bolts of electricity arcin

Chicago Spire

The city where the skyscraper was born just can't get enough of these supertowers. The Chicago Spire is the latest in a series of super-tall projects proposed and erected since the mid 1990's. Some, like the Trump International Hotel and Tower, come to fruition. Others, like 7 South Dearborn, do not. The opposition from NIMBY residents in Streeterville and scoffs from other parts.

Freedom Tower ( New York )

When completed, this will be one of the most important buildings of the early 21st century. It is significant in stature, in design, in its politics, its symbolism, and for the reason it was built. The Freedom Tower is the replacement for what was once New York's World Trade Center. In September, 2001 terrorists destroyed several of the Center's buildings, including the massive.

Burj Dubai

When completed, this building is intended to be the tallest in the world. Originally, it was in the running with the Freedom Tower in New York, however, the Burj Dubai has the advantage of actually having begun construction while the New York project has been bogged down in political and sentimental interests. Just how tall the tower will be remains to be seen. With any skyscraper.