Archive for September, 2008

Architecture in Helsinki: A Brief Encounter

 
Memorable infrastructures are always played through the arts. Helsinki, the capital of Finland surprised the world when they release their own brand of architecture. It was a clear breakthrough from the predictable rise of the Greek and Roman designs. Unlike the latter two great cities, Finland was no conqueror. Although it had its share of...
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The Burj al-Arab: The Most Beautiful Hotel to Grace the Eastern Seas

 
Burj al-Arab architecture is by far, one of the finest designs to grace modern civilization. Its luxurious interiors are covered in vulgar shades of violet, green, red and yellow. A quick scan of the area would give one a feeling of being transported back in the days when Sultans still governed the land exclusively, before...
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Ancient Roman Architecture: Classic Elegance that Transcends Modern Frivolities

 
The Roman Empire ruled from 509 BC to AD 330. Early Roman art were inspired by its predecessor, the Etruscan civilization. As the latter spread in popularity, the distinct Romanian design was developed—born from the art of various classes, from kings to tradesmen to slaves. The ancient roman architecture reflected everything traditional. The very foundation behind...
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Greek Architecture: The Original Glory

 
Greek architecture lays claim to the art of building—they first used their genius on the Aegean Sea, and bewitched the world with their craft. The Dorians in Greece conceptualized their construction arts with such speedy progress that between the 6th and 10th century B.C, a concreted system of buildings were established. Before the great temples which...
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