21. The Pruitt-Igoe Myth
A journey narrated through archival footage and interviews; The Pruitt-Igoe Myth is a story of the transformation of the American city in the decades after World War II. This eye-opening documentary seeks to critique the myth of failure perpetuated by the infamous images of the complex’s implosion and destruction.
22. The World’s Most Extraordinary Homes
With its wide focus on everything from overarching architectural themes to small-but-meaningful decor details, The World’s Most Extraordinary Homes by award-winning architect Piers Taylor is one of the best Netflix shows about home design.
23. Dream Big: Engineering Our World
It is a 42-minutes movie focusing on science, technology, and the environment. Narrated by Jeff Bridges, this compelling documentary examines some incredible achievements of engineering from across the globe.
24. Lego House: Home of the Brick
Home of the Brick is a 47-minute documentary chronicling the journey of the LEGO House from its conception to its grand opening. Seven years in the making, It opened in September 2017 and was designed by the Danish firm, BIG.
25. Secrets of Great British Castles
Running a single season, historian Dan Jones takes on a journey back in time to the zenith of Britain’s most iconic and infamous inhabitants.
26. Big Dreams, Small Spaces
Horticulturalist Monty Don works with amateur gardeners to help them create the garden of their dreams. The documentary shows the trials and success of people revamping their small garden spaces.
27. Amazing Interiors
This documentary revolves around meeting eccentric American homeowners and their seemingly ordinary spaces that are full of surprises- from a backyard roller coaster to an indoor aquarium.
28. Urbanized
‘Urbanized’ focuses on the design of cities and take a closer look at the issues and strategies behind urban planning. It features some of the world’s most prominent architects and urban designers.
29. Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things
This movie runs 1hour and 18minutes. “People dedicated to rejecting the American ideal that things bring happiness are interviewed in this documentary showing the virtues of less is more.”
30. Grand Designs
Grand Designs: Australia, is among the most informative series for those in the building industry, respecting every step in the process — from inception to final touches. The series provides inspiring problem-solving methods that architects and construction engineers could implement.
