The Art of Architecture

An exploration of some of the world's most famous structures and the inspirations of the architects behind them.

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First Aired on

Jul 24, 2019

3 seaons till Jun 13, 2022

Popularity: 2.1901
1 votes
Networks
(GB)
Production

Colonial Pictures Corporation

Status: Returning Series

In Production

Last episode: Dolunay Villa, Turkey, Foster & Partners

Seasons & episodes

Total 3 seasons, 30 episodes

Season 1

Aired

10 Episodes
  • Episode 1World Trade Centre Transportation Hub40 min

    How did Santiago Calatrava's World Trade Center Transportation Hub come to be? This intriguing new series explores the inspirations behind the world's architectural marvels.

  • Episode 2Battersea Power Station40 min

    A look at London's mammoth Battersea Power Station, brought back to life after 30 years of dereliction with designs from architect Jim Eyre.

  • Episode 3V&A Dundee40 min

    An in-depth look at Japanese architect Kengo Kuma's first UK project, the magnificent V&A Dundee, including the huge challenges behind its construction.

  • Episode 4The Vessel40 min

    A look at how Thomas Heatherwick's unusual and stunning design of many staircases became a mind-blowing tourist attraction in Manhattan, known as the Vessel.

  • Episode 5Westminster Abbey40 min

    A look at Ptolemy Dean's Weston Tower, which lies within Westminster Abbey. Exploring what went into designing the most significant addition to the historic site of Westminster Abbey in 240 years.

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