The world owes some of its strangest structures to the masterminds of unconventional architects. Here, we list some most amazing, strangest buildings in the world.
The Crooked House | Poland
Shopping centre in downtown Sopot, the Crooked House is currently considered an architectural marvel. It was designed by Szotynsey who was inspired by the fairytale paintings. This building is a popular tourist spot with some restaurants, bars and shops. It has become the most photographed building in Poland due to its unique impression.
Niteroi Contemporary Art Museum | Brazil
Situated in the city of Niterói. Rio de Janeiro. Brazil. Niteroi Contemporary Art Museum is one of the city’s main landmarks. It looks pretty much like coming from another world, or from the outer space. This Museum was built in 1996, designed by Oscar Niemey, who created it with the help of Bruno Contarini. The amazing building is gathering admiration from all—architects and ordinary people, who like the uncommon and original.
Dancing House | Czech Republic
The Dancing House or “Fred and Ginger” is the nickname given to the Nationale-Nederlanden building in Prague. Czech Republic. This amazing architecture has its own romantic charm. There is something so sweet in the way the buildings hug cach other for a dance! It was designed by Vlado Milunic in cooperation with Frank Gehry. It was considered as very non-traditional. but with the passage of time it became a centre of cultural activity.
La Pedrera | Spain
Also known as Casa Mila. La Pedrera is a building designed by the Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi and built during the years 1906-1912. This extraordinary and stylish building, built for a married couple. is considered to be highly unconventional—there is not even one straight line! Casa Mila was declared a World Heritage site by UNESCO. Visitors can go to the top floor. the attic and roof and have a close look at this masterpiece.
【小题1】Who got the inspiration from fairytale pictures to create a masterpiece?A.Oscar Niemey. | B.Szotyńscy. | C.Antoni Gaudi. | D.Vlado Milunic. |
A.In Brazil. | B.In Poland. | C.In Spain. | D.In Czech Republic. |
A.It was built for a married couple. | B.It is about a romantic love story. |
C.It offers free meals in the restaurants. | D.It was built with all straight lines. |