Architects enjoy traveling and experiencing different parts of the world to gain inspiration for their designs. This experience helps architects discover inspiration that may spawn ideas for new work projects.
America is known for iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and Golden Gate Bridge, but there is much more to this vast country that architects should explore.
1. Athens
Athens is one of the oldest cities in the world, famed for its beautiful ruins such as Acropolis and temples that make visiting this city feel like taking a step back into time.
Athens is an expansive city and can be difficult to traverse on foot. Luckily, public transportation offers quick routes that will take you most of the attractions quickly.
Athens offers something for every type of visitor – from hipster cafes in Exarchia to cutting edge shopping in Koukaki, you’re bound to find something appealing in Athens year-round! This makes Athens an excellent city break destination.
2. Dubai
Travel is integral to an architect’s education as they study different architecture and designs from around the globe. Furthermore, traveling allows them to gain insights into other cultures, traditions, and styles.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates is an epicenter of modern architecture with skyscrapers like Burj Khalifa dominating its skyline. This city features unique styles of architecture influenced by Islamic, Arabian and Persian cultures – providing for an enjoyable visitor experience.
Tel Aviv in Israel offers architectural enthusiasts an unforgettable experience when visiting “White City”, a UNESCO World Heritage Site consisting of International-Style buildings constructed during the 1930s and 40s.
3. Delhi
Delhi, the capital of India, combines history and modernity into one sprawling metropolis. Visitors to Old Delhi – an historic district dating back to 1600s – can view such landmarks as Red Fort and Jama Masjid mosque.
Ali, a non-binary Muslim, began hosting tours last year to shed light on 800 years of Delhi’s queer history. Since their start, over 2,500 people have taken part. The three hour tours are scheduled every Saturday morning.
Fall (Oct-Nov) and spring (Feb-Mar) are generally the best times to visit Delhi, though something exciting is always happening here. Qutub Minar stands as an icon among Delhi’s iconic structures; indeed it’s also the tallest minaret worldwide!
4. Chicago
Lupe Fiasco certainly had it right when he declared Chicago as “the greatest city in the world.” Home to destination dining experiences, an extensive music scene and breathtaking architectural structures, Chicago stands as a true global power.
Visit Millennium Park and marvel at Frank Gehry’s Jay Pritzker Pavilion and Jaume Plensa’s Crown Fountain (commonly referred to as “The Bean”) or take an architecture cruise for an in-depth tour of downtown Chicago’s landmark buildings.
Chicago is famed for its museums, such as the Art Institute of Chicago with its collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces. For an up close view of its famous skyscrapers take advantage of Chicago Architecture Center walking tours!
5. Berlin
Berlin is an architectural enthusiast’s paradise with its breathtaking landmarks and flourishing artistic scene, featuring everything from Brutalist structures to Mies van der Rohe’s pioneering apartment buildings – creating an eclectic cityscape full of styles.
Travelers to Berlin can also view UNStudio’s striking gold-colored Berliner Philharmonie and discover Pre-Hispanic ruins at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Shopaholics will enjoy shopping on Kurfurstendamm or visiting independent boutiques.
Design fans should make an extra effort to visit Dundee, Scotland where the V&A Museum of Design designed by Kengo Kuma to resemble an imposing Scottish cliff face is located.
6. New York
An architect’s livelihood relies on travel – they use it to see the world, sketch postcards and gain inspiration.
America’s vibrant metropolis offers architecture enthusiasts an ideal environment to admire historic skyscrapers alongside modern marvels, both historic and contemporary alike. You can admire Shreve, Lamb & Harmon’s Empire State Building and Daniel Burnham’s Flatiron Tower as well as Santiago Calatrava’s World Trade Center Transportation Hub and Thomas Heatherwick’s honey-comb Vessel visitor attraction – among many more!
New York City provides an ideal setting for viewing contemporary architecture trends, from Renzo Piano’s sleek NEMO Science Museum to the Dutch Golden Age royal palace – you’ll discover plenty to be amazed by here. This city that never sleeps offers an excellent window into what lies ahead for urban spaces everywhere.
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