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Season 1

The Art of Architecture

Season released 24th Jul, 2019.

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Season 1 Episodes

S01 Episode 1

World Trade Centre Transportation Hub

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.

40 mins  ·  Wed, 24 Jul 2019

S01 Episode 2

Battersea Power Station

A look at London's mammoth Battersea Power Station, brought back to life after 30 years of dereliction with designs from architect Jim Eyre.

40 mins  ·  Wed, 31 Jul 2019

S01 Episode 3

V&A Dundee

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.

40 mins  ·  Wed, 7 Aug 2019

S01 Episode 4

The Vessel

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.

40 mins  ·  Wed, 14 Aug 2019

S01 Episode 5

Westminster Abbey

A look at Ptolemy Dean's Weston Tower, which lies within Westminster Abbey. Exploring what went into designing the most significant addition to the historic site of Westminster Abbey in 240 years.

40 mins  ·  Wed, 21 Aug 2019

S01 Episode 6

Macallan Distillery

Explore the inspiration behind architect Graham Stirk's stunning Macallan Distillery in Scotland.

40 mins  ·  Wed, 28 Aug 2019

S01 Episode 7

Smithsonian National Museum of African American History

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.

40 mins  ·  Wed, 4 Sep 2019

S01 Episode 8

The Design Museum London

An inside look at the architecture behind London's new Design Museum in Kensington, a result of minimalist John Pawson's exquisite vision.

40 mins  ·  Wed, 11 Sep 2019

S01 Episode 9

Hampshire House

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.

40 mins  ·  Wed, 18 Sep 2019

S01 Episode 10

Alexandra Palace

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.

40 mins  ·  Wed, 25 Sep 2019

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