At the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, a new artistic movement reshaped European architecture. Known as Art Nouveau, it sought to break free from the historicism that dominated the time. The style … Read More
When in 1907 Pablo Picasso painted his famous Les Demoiselles d’Avignon, he didn’t know he was creating a whole new style. Though Cubism emerged in the art world, it soon inspired related movements in … Read More
If you love architecture, you most certainly love Amsterdam. The gorgeous narrow brick houses that line the city’s streets and canals are famous all over the world. However, the Dutch capital is so much … Read More
Hamburg is an architect’s dream. The second-largest city in Germany has a plethora of fantastic buildings. We spent two weeks walking about its leafy streets and lovely canals. From Art Nouveau mansions and Bauhaus … Read More
Paris is famous for its magnificent architecture, picturesque café culture, world-class museums, stylish parks, and chic fashion. Who hasn’t heard of the Eiffel Tower, the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Louvre, or the Champs-Élysées? However, … Read More
At the turn of the 20th Century, Catalan Modernism or Art Nouveau dominated Barcelona. Above all, the movement peaked in architecture, design and decorative arts. The style is essentially traditional. In contrast, it introduced … Read More
