Stunning Architectural Photography from Around the World
Architectural photography showcases the beauty and intricacies of structures across our planet. The images captured by talented photographers offer a glimpse into the details and stories behind iconic buildings and lesser-known gems. Below, we explore several remarkable architectural photographs that highlight the genius of design and the art of photography.
Resilience in History: Finsbury Park Reservoir
Winner of the 2016 Arcaid Images Architectural Photography award, this picture of an old reservoir in Finsbury Park, London — called ‘Underground Reservoir’ — was taken by British photographer and urban explorer Matt Emmett. The East London Water Works Company built the reservoir in 1868 and it is the first time a photograph of a historic site has won the photography competition.
Shanghai Tower: A Marvel of Modern Design
At 632-meters tall, Shanghai Tower, located in the city’s Pudong district, is presently China’s tallest building and the second tallest in the world. Bangkok-based photographer Nick Almasy took this photo of the skyscraper, which was also the world’s tallest twisted tower in 2016, soaring into the mist.
The Creative Essence of Pompeia Center
The Pompeia center, designed by Brazilian modernist architect Lina Bo Bardi, was built in 1982 in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The concrete structure of this former drum factory was photographed by Spanish photographer Iñigo Bujedo Aguirre.
Allianz Headquarters: A Study in Design
The facade of the Allianz Headquarters building is made of natural Onyx marble, glass and aluminum. Its abstract form was photographed by Swiss photographer Adrien Barakat.
Independence Square: A Testament to History
Independence Square, also known as the Black Star Square, was built in 1961 to honor the visit of Queen Elizabeth II to Ghana and is the second largest square in the world after Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China. This picture was taken by famous Belgian photographer, Julien Lanoo.
Architectural Simplicity: Paul Turang’s Work
Los Angeles-based photographer Paul Turang shot this image of a simple wood framed house, located in Manitoba, Canada. The award is for photography and not for architecture.
Architectural Reminiscence: Brutalism Captured
Spanish photographer Iñigo Bujedo-Aguirre took this photograph of a Serbian residential complex that was built between 1968 and 1974. It captures the brutalist architecture that was popular in the country during the 1970s.
A Chapel in Silence: Eifel Natural Park
Local farmers built this spectacular chapel, located in the Eifel Natural Park in Germany, in 2007. The building is silent, with no electricity or water, a stillness captured by German photographer Mark Wohlrab.
Interactive Lighting Installation by Sou Fujimoto
This light installation, designed by Japanese architect Sou Fujimoto, responds to visitors’ movements and was photographed by German photographer Laurian Ghinitoiu. A good architectural photo shows how people interact with a building.
A Glimpse into the Heart of Dharavi Slum
German photographer Torsten Andreas Hoffmann captured this stunning image while on the streets of the Dharavi slum in India. Founded in 1882 during the British colonial era, it is one of the largest slums in the world.
The Structural Integrity of the Lattice House
This picture of the Lattice House, located on the outskirts of Jammu city in India, was taken by British photographer Edmund summer. The facade of the building was designed to endure in the region’s extremely hot and dry climate.
