Salzburg Architecture City Guide: Explore the Blend of History and Modernity in Austria's City of Music

Salzburg, Austria, set along the Salzach River, is a city where history and architecture merge seamlessly. Dominated by the imposing M Castle, its historic core reflects a rich Baroque heritage. Landmarks like the Salzburg Cathedral, crafted by Santino Solari, and the elegant Leopoldskron Palace showcase a past marked by grandeur and cultural influence. Visitors can trace centuries of architectural evolution through the city's streets, from medieval strongholds to Baroque splendor, all within a UNESCO World Heritage site. Each winter, this setting hosts the Salzburg Christmas Market, recognized as one of the oldest Advent markets in Europe, with roots tracing back to a 15th-century "Tandlmarkt."

Yet, Salzburg is also a city of contrasts. Modern architecture has made its mark, blending harmoniously with its historic backdrop. Modern projects like Stadt Park Lehen and Paracelsus Bad & Kurhaus showcase contemporary design, while the Institute of Pharmacy and Gusswerk Extension add a fresh touch to the city's urban fabric. This balance between the old and the new defines Salzburg, where each architectural layer contributes to the city's dynamic, evolving story.

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Gustave Collection Office Spaces / Studio Vincent Eschalier

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Tsunami Evacuation Complex: Terrasse Orange Toi / Imai Laboratory, IIS, U Tokyo + Nippon Koei Urban Space

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How to Frame a View Worth Framing? Vitruvian Principles and the Ideal Window

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Windows are an essential architectural element whose basic function, though simple, remains vital. Primarily designed to let in natural light and facilitate air circulation, they play a constant role in everyday life, presenting an interesting duality. From an artistic perspective, painters such as Johannes Vermeer and Henri Matisse have used them as expressive tools, exploring their ability to frame views and tell stories. In contrast, windows have transcended traditional scales and designs within their contemporary and minimalist architectural dimension, creating fluid spatial connections between inside and outside. Beyond formal and stylistic innovation, this evolution finds resonance in the foundational concepts and treatises that have guided architecture since the past.

Studio Jeongdongjin / Architecture Studio YEIN

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Chapel at the Foot of the São José Mountain Range / MACh Arquitetos

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L'ARO Graduate School / SAME architectes

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Paris, France

The New and Old House / Julian King Architect

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  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  1800
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2024
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Andersen Windows & Doors, Bear Glass, Corian, Fantini, Garapa, +7

National Athletics Stadium Hungary / NAPUR Architect

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Budapest, Hungary

How Visualization Studios Help Architects Achieve the “Wow” Effect

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In today's world of architecture and design, it's no longer enough to present clients with blueprints or plans — they want to visualize the final product before construction begins. This is where 3D visualization studios come into play. By offering photo-realistic renderings, virtual tours, and interactive configurators, these studios make it easier for architects to communicate their ideas and leave a lasting impression on their clients. With the help of these cutting-edge tools, architects can create stunning presentations that truly deliver the "wow" effect at every stage of the project. Here's how DEGO render studio deliver with their unique solutions.

The MET Museum Reveals Design of a New Wing in New York by Architect Frida Escobedo

The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York has unveiled the design for a new wing dedicated to its 20th- and 21st-century art collection. Architect Frida Escobedo, the first woman to design a Met wing, is leading the project. The Oscar L. Tang and H.M. Agnes Hsu-Tang Wing will increase gallery space by almost 50 percent, adding over 70,000 square feet. This expansion will address accessibility issues, improve infrastructure, and enhance the sustainability of the building. The opening of the new wing is anticipated in 2030.

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Blue House / Studio 163

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Brancaster Staithe, United Kingdom

Kengo Kuma Designs Portugal Pavilion for Expo 2025 Osaka as a Tribute to the Ocean

The Portugal Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka embraces the theme "Ocean, The Blue Dialogue", offering visitors an immersive exploration of the ocean as a life-giving resource and a cornerstone of sustainability. Designed by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, the Pavilion aims to reflect Portugal's deep historical, cultural, and economic connections to the sea, creating an architectural and narrative journey that bridges past, present, and future.

The Standardized Planning of Latin American Cities: Tracing the Blueprint of the Laws of the Indies

A look at most of the cities within Latin America reveals striking commonalities across countries, from Mexico down to Argentina: most cities have a well-defined area known as "El Centro" (The Center), anchored by a main plaza (Plaza Mayor), flanked by a church on one side and key buildings like the city hall on another. This is no coincidence, as it can be traced back to an urban planning system established during the Spanish colonization of the Americas in the 17th and 18th centuries. It gave standardized guidelines for city design across its viceroyalties. Unlike French and English colonies, Spanish settlements adhered to regulations that contributed to the emergence of a shared urban identity, with cities displaying similar spatial logic and architectural cohesion despite differing scales and contexts.

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