As one of the USA’s most populous and industrious cities, Chicago has had a long history of architectural innovation. With a spectacular lakeshore skyline featuring some of the tallest skyscrapers around, the city’s buildings are truly impressive. But it’s not just height and modernity that make the windy city’s structural selection so special. Chicago and …
In a world teeming with diverse metropolises, there are only a handful of cities that can be described as truly world-leading. These urban epicentres pave the way in terms of financial clout, cultural resonance and geopolitical influence. But, should a time come where the powers at be need to elect an officially designated capital city …
Steampunk is a fascinating genre that fuses elements of 19th-century industrialisation and science fiction. Throughout literature, films and fashion, it has captured the imaginations of many. A large part of what makes the genre so appealing is the settings of the stories. From towering clockwork structures to cobblestone streets illuminated by the warm glow of …
It’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but there’s no denying the brutalist style of architecture makes its mark on any city it’s utilised in. And, in almost every continent, brutalism is a common feature of particular cities and towns. So, join us as we unveil the top 10 brutalist cities from around the world. Each …
Take one look at Manchester’s skyline over the past ten years and the chances are you’ll see a lot of cranes. These are the result of a long-running building boom that has continued to this day. This pace of change has completely transformed the North West’s biggest city. Where Manchester and its buildings were once …
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Over recent years, cyberpunk has made something of a comeback in mainstream pop culture. From video games to magazines and beyond, the genre offers a particular vision of what life might be like in the not-too-distant future. Part of the genre’s appeal are the settings of the stories themselves. Typically, cyberpunk stories take place in …
Liverpool, the storied city on the banks of the River Mersey, has undergone a lot of change over the past few decades. Once a major international port, the decline of the shipping trade led the city to diversify and become what it is now: a forward-thinking and modern urban centre. These economic transformations have been …
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In many cities around the world, space is at a premium. The pressures of a growing population and a greater technological footprint have meant that architects and urban planners have had to find solutions that maximise the amount of land available for use. One such solution that has been regularly explored is building cities on …
With a rich history, thriving cultural scene, and a rapidly growing population, there’s no doubt that Leeds is a city on the up. And, in a quite literal sense, this can be applied to the state of its buildings. For, large amounts of recent investment have meant that there are new developments ascending almost everywhere …
As by far the biggest city of the English Midlands, Birmingham has long been a significant hub for industry, trade, and arts and culture. And, in the last few decades, it has undergone a rapid transformation from industrial powerhouse to a dynamic and forward-thinking urban centre. This change is perhaps most evidenced in its urban …
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