Michael Welton is the author of “Drawing from Practice: Architects and the Meaning of Freehand” (Routledge: 2016). He writes about architecture, art and design for national and international publications, including…
Introduction Bath Abbey is an architectural marvel that has stood for centuries in the heart of historic Bath, England. The Abbey draws visitors from all over the world with its…
Located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, the Georgian capital of Tbilisi was once an integral part of the ancient spice route. Hence, this city has been significantly shaped…
Introduction Notting Hill is an area in London that ought to be visited by any architecture enthusiast due to its lovely pastel-coloured homes and excellent architecture. The region, which is…
Architectural design helps in the establishment of the aesthetic appeal and the wealthy feeling in luxury houses. The owners’ preferences, social status, and living standards reflect their housing preferences in…
Ancient Greek and Roman architecture had a significant influence on the design and perception of structures in Western culture. From the ancient classical ruins to the revivalist movements of the…
Did you know that Palm Beach, FL is well-known for being an extravagant beach town where famous people like Donald Trump, Jimmy Buffett, and Rod Stewart have owned homes? Speaking…
Introduction Andrea di Pietro della Gondola, famously known as Andrea Palladio, was born in the Republic of Venice in 1508 and is recognized as a highly influential personality in Western…
What is a Poolhouse? A pool house is a distinct, free-standing building situated next to your pool and not part of your main house. A pool house is not meant…
Houses always reveal a lot about their owners on all kinds of levels. A person’s home can show what things he thinks are important, how educated he is, what his…
Apartment 73A is located in a central, densely populated part of Tbilisi. It’s on a high rise on a street with many tall buildings – business centers, hotels and apartments.…
Why do curved buildings often fascinate us compared to the boxy volumes we see daily? A psychologist called Kate Gordon stated in 1909 that curved edges and surfaces are more…