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

First Aired

2019-07-24
Last Aired

2022-06-13
Creator
Genre

Documentary
Seasons

3
Episodes

30
Status

Returning Series
Language

English
Network

Sky Arts

Keywords:

architecture

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1. World Trade Centre Transportation Hub

How did Santiago Calatrava's World Trade Center Transportation Hub come to be? This intriguing new ser...More

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.Less

40mins 2019-07-24

2. Battersea Power Station

A look at London's mammoth Battersea Power Station, brought back to life after 30 years of dereliction...More

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

40mins 2019-07-31

3. V&A Dundee

An in-depth look at Japanese architect Kengo Kuma's first UK project, the magnificent V&A Dundee, incl...More

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.Less

40mins 2019-08-07

4. The Vessel

A look at how Thomas Heatherwick's unusual and stunning design of many staircases became a mind-blowin...More

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.Less

40mins 2019-08-14

5. Westminster Abbey

A look at Ptolemy Dean's Weston Tower, which lies within Westminster Abbey. Exploring what went into d...More

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.Less

40mins 2019-08-21

6. Macallan Distillery

Explore the inspiration behind architect Graham Stirk's stunning Macallan Distillery in Scotland.

Explore the inspiration behind architect Graham Stirk's stunning Macallan Distillery in Scotland.Less

40mins 2019-08-28

7. Smithsonian National Museum of African American History

A look into the stunning Smithsonian National Museum of African American History - designed by British...More

A look into the stunning Smithsonian National Museum of African American History - designed by British architect David Adjaye, and inspired by the art and history of Africa.Less

40mins 2019-09-04

8. The Design Museum London

An inside look at the architecture behind London's new Design Museum in Kensington, a result of minima...More

An inside look at the architecture behind London's new Design Museum in Kensington, a result of minimalist John Pawson's exquisite vision.Less

40mins 2019-09-11

9. Hampshire House

With his work loved by the Prince of Wales, John Simpson is the modern architect who creates breathtak...More

With his work loved by the Prince of Wales, John Simpson is the modern architect who creates breathtaking classical buildings - including his own Hampshire house.Less

40mins 2019-09-18

10. Alexandra Palace

The final episode explores the theatre at London's Alexandra Palace. Restored by Matt Somerville, he i...More

The final episode explores the theatre at London's Alexandra Palace. Restored by Matt Somerville, he infused it with modern touches, while keeping its rich history alive.Less