Does an inordinate amount of your knowledge come from films? Then you might take pleasure in Zachary Edelson's romp through the past hundred and twenty years of architectural history as told through motion pictures.
Need a quick refresher on the dominant trends in architectural history over the past century? Why not turn to the movies, where creative directors (and production designers) have used architectural styles as thematic elements to capture the zeitgeist of an era, or project one for the future.
"For your architectural edification and enjoyment we've gathered all the motion pictures that help exemplify modern architectural styles—from the turn-of-the-century Art Nouveau all the way to today's digital designs," writes Edelson. "So grab your popcorn and check out our list below."
Architizer's list includes the usual characters (Metropolis) and some recent additions (Tron: Legacy and Dredd)
FULL STORY: A Brief History Of Modern Architecture Through Movies
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Megalopolis: An Urban Planner’s Review
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Wildlife Rebounds After the Eaton Fire
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LA to Replace Inglewood Light Rail Project With Bus Shuttles
LA Metro says the change is in response to community engagement and that the new design will be ready before the 2028 Olympic Games.
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