Architecture

The Belle Isle ice tree is a striking winter spectacle found on Belle Isle in Michigan, United States. Unlike natural ice formations, the Belle Isle Ice Tree is a man-made creation that occurs annually as part of a unique tradition. Each winter, volunteers and park staff come together to construct the Belle Isle Ice Tree. The process begins by pumping water from the nearby Detroit River onto the trees and vegetation. As the water freezes upon contact, layers of ice gradually accumulate, forming intricate and elaborate structures resembling cascading icicles or frozen waterfalls.

The Uniklinik Aachen is the university hospital of the city of Aachen, Germany. The hospital's exterior has extensive visible pipes, which give the building an industrial appearance reminiscent of an oil refinery.

Situated at an altitude of over 2,000 meters above sea level, this picturesque Iranian village is renowned for its distinctive stepped architecture, lush landscapes, and vibrant cultural traditions. Uraman Takht is characterized by its unique layout, with multi-story stone houses built into the mountainside in a terraced fashion, giving rise to the nickname "the hanging village." These traditional dwellings, known as "kotchals," feature flat roofs that serve as communal spaces for social gatherings, drying crops, and enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and peaks.

Palais Bulles is a large house near Cannes, France, that was designed by the Hungarian architect Antti Lovag. It was built for the French industrialist Pierre Bernard, and later bought by the fashion designer Pierre Cardin as a holiday home.

Stanley Tigerman was an American architect.