Unusually Shaped Buildings from Around the World
Unusual
architecture is a pastime of mine. All around the world architects try
to outdo each other in bigger and grander ways. I look forward to seeing
what they come up with next. I hope to one day see some of these
whoppers of outrageous, and ultimately beautiful buildings.
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Kuchlbauer Tower in Abensberg, Bavaria, Germany
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This
innovative building is an observation tower, which lies in the grounds
of the Kuchlbauer Brewery. Inside the tower, you can learn about the
brewing process and see a collection of 4200 Weissbier glasses.
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Sanya Airport in Hanan, China
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This
pineapple shaped building is the airport in Sanya, China. The small
airport sees millions of passengers annually and is a vital part of
attracting tourists.
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Gardens by the Bay in Singapore
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This park is situated on 250
acres of reclaimed land with 3 large gardens, and is part of the city’s
plan to become a ‘City in a Garden’. The most notable part of the park
are the 26- 50 meter (85-164 ft.) tall tree-like structures, named
"supertrees".
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Icon Residence, Mont Kiara in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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This
one of a kind building with serviced apartments offers panoramic views
of Kuala Lumpur. The building features innovative green energy
technology, a vertical garden and other standard luxuries such as a
gardens, a gym, swimming pools, Jacuzzis, and game rooms.
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Castello di Sammezzano, Italy
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This
luxury castle in the Tuscan hills of Italy has only recently been
reopened to the public. It’s a notable Moorish Revival style building
from the 15th century and was a hotel during World War II.
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Strawberry House, Bom Princípio, Brazil
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This
city gate seems strange, but once you learn that Bom Principio, in
Brazil is considered the strawberry’s National City, it makes more
sense. Every October the city hosts an annual strawberry festival.
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Huilo-Huilo Biological Reserve, Chile
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This
private for profit nature reserve in southern Chile features ecotourism
at its finest and is dedicated to wildlife conservation. It also hosts
the longest zip line in South America.
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Antilia Building in Mumbai, India
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This
27 floor high ceiling building is the most expensive residential
building in the world, owned by Mukesh Ambani. A staff of 600 is
required to maintain the building,and it was designed to survive an
earthquake reaching 8 on the Richter scale.
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Tianzi Hotel in Hebei Province, China
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This
kooky hotel has earned itself a place in the Guinness Book of Records
as the largest image building. The three men represent the three gods of
Fu, Lu and Shu, the gods of fortune, prosperity and longevity.
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Wat Rong Khun in Chiang Rai, Thailand
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Known
as Wat Rong Khun, this unconventional white building in Thailand is an
art-exhibit designed to look like a Buddhist temple.
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The World of Coca-Cola in Atlanta, Georgia, USA
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Located
in Pemberton Place, named after Coca-Cola’s inventor, John Pemberton,
this attraction features interactive media, advertising memorabilia, and
a tasting center among other activities. Over one million people visit
it annually.
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