Most Amazing Architectural Projects in 2012

Architectural Digest magazine has showcased a list of the most breathtaking and amazing buildings around the world, which will be hot topics among architects throughout the next year. What's even more interesting is that several of these unique developments are located in China.

Top Amazing Buildings in 2012 - Design - Architects

DNB Headquaters in Oslo by MVRDV

Azerbaijan Cultural Center in Baku by Zaha Hadid Architects

Phoenix International Media Center in Beijing by BIAD UFo

London Bridge Tower by Renzo Piano Building Workshop

Queen Alia International Airport in Amman, Jordan, by Foster + Partners

Top Amazing Buildings in 2012 - Design - Architects

Dalian International Conference Center in Dalian, China, by Coop Himmelb(l)au

Sliced Porosity Block in Chengdu, China, by Steven Holl Architects

Pazhou Hotel in Guangzhou by Aedas

Kampi Chapel of Silence in Helsinki by K2S Architects

Ultra-Luxurious Residences with Ocean Views at Kempinski Tel Aviv [PHOTOS]

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Creative Bamboo Houses Designed To Float It Floods

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$250 Million Penthouse Mansion In Monaco

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Eco-friendly 'Green Village' by Ibuku Studio, Indonesia

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Cocoon House: Futuristic Condominium in Jeju Island, Korea

Located in Jeju Island, Korea, the Cocoon House is an incredible, futuristic project, designed by Planning Korea. The condominium...

Lavish, High-End Apartment With Mesmerizing Views of Tokyo

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Laser Show Celebrates Europe's Tallest Building in London [VIDEO]

London celebrated the opening of the tallest building in Europe by a mesmerizing laser show on 4 July. The skyscraper, named "The Shard", is rising 309.

Amazing Balcony Swimming Pools in Mumbai

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Unusual Green Skyscraper in China

Breaking all traditional architectural rules with its floors placed a little off the centre and featuring full length glass windows,...

Striking all-white modern duplex in Alicante, Spain

This 1920s Art Deco building in Alicante, Spain, was purchased by the owners as two apartments and they combined the two spaces,...

A nice example of a fresh and stylish minimalist space

You're looking for ideas to renovate your home with limited space? This fantastic and stylish minimalist design called Quotel...

Stunning Lake House In Switzerland

This stunning 3,700 square-foot house, perched on the hillside above Lake Lugano in Switzerland, designed by Milan-based architect Jacope Mascheroni of JM architecture.

East Hotel in Hong Kong by CL3

The East hotel in Hong Kong was designed by CL3, a business hotel located in a residential/commercial neighbourhood, takes a different...

Nouvel’s Lighting Scheme in the Louvre Abu Dhabi

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Zero House by Scott Specht

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Metal Shutter Houses

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Zero House by Scott Specht

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