The Art of Architecture
An exploration of some of the world's most famous structures and the inspirations of the architects behind them.
- Created By
- First Aired on
Jul 24, 2019
- Popularity: 2.1901
- 1 votes
- Networks
- (GB)
- Production
Colonial Pictures Corporation
- Status: Returning Series
In Production
3 seaons till Jun 13, 2022
Last episode: Dolunay Villa, Turkey, Foster & Partners
Seasons & episodes
Total 3 seasons, 30 episodes
Season 1
Aired
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.
