How did Santiago Calatrava's World Trade Center Transportation Hub come to be? This intriguing new series explores the inspirations behind the world's architectural marvels.
An in-depth look at Japanese architect Kengo Kuma's first UK project, the magnificent V&A Dundee, including the huge challenges behind its construction.
A look at how Thomas Heatherwick's unusual and stunning design of many staircases became a mind-blowing tourist attraction in Manhattan, known as the Vessel.
A look at Ptolemy Dean's Weston Tower, which lies within Westminster Abbey. What went into designing the most significant addition to this historic site in 240 years?
New. A look into the stunning Smithsonian National Museum of African American History - designed by British architect David Adjaye, and inspired by the art and history of Africa.
With his work loved by the Prince of Wales, John Simpson is the modern architect who creates breathtaking classical buildings - including his own Hampshire house.
The final episode explores the theatre at London's Alexandra Palace. Restored by Matt Somerville, he infused it with modern touches, while keeping its rich history alive.
They come in all shapes and sizes - the opera houses of the world. In this special episode of The Art of Architecture we look at La Fenice in Venice - re-built after the fire - Sydney Opera House and the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia.
In this special episode of The Art of Architecture: Spain's huge Museum of Arts and Sciences, the Swiss Museum designed by Renzo Piano for one of Europe's foremost art collectors, and a 'collection' of mini-museums in Germany