22 Modern Buildings That Deserve Your Attention

We know that our world is enormous which is full of different types of natural and artificial structures. About natural structures, everyone knows that mother nature herself has made those structures, so they will surely be incredible.

But we humans are not less than anyone. Even if we can’t create exactly like nature, we can make unique looking unbelievable structures by ourselves. One cannot deny that this world is full of man-made infrastructural masterpieces.

Seeing whom nature would also say, “Wow… Unbelievable!” On this planet, man has made various unique structures, which look weird but full of interesting features.

Many architects have created numerous architectural structures and impressive buildings that surprise visitors and seem so unnatural. Many buildings in our world are famous for their unbelievable far-flung shapes, fantastic concepts and unique styles.

We have compiled some of the most remarkable buildings in the world in our list: 

1. Independence Temple, Missouri, USA

Independence Temple is one of the most remarkable structures in the world which is The charming architecture in Missouri dominates the skyline of the city. The temple is the crucial point of the headquarters of the Community of Christ. The Community of Christ builds it as a house of worship and education dedicated to the pursuit of peace. It presents an assortment of modern and traditional religious art from all around the world. Missouri’s elegant architecture overlooks the town skyline. The temple is the central point of Christ’s headquarters.

2. Lotus Building, Wujin, China

The Lotus building is one the most beautiful flower-shaped building. It is blooming out from an artificial lake in the centre of Wujin, China. The concept behind the making of this building is to create a fantastic atmosphere in any weather or season. It is also home to departments of the city’s planning bureau.

3. Ren Building, Shanghai, China

Ren building in Shanghai, China, is one the most attractive building which replicates the Chinese character to correspond with Shanghai’s motto, “Better city, better life” 2010 World Expo. It was designed by Copenhagen’s Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG). The concept behind this building is to visualize the two buildings are blending into one. The first building that appeared from the water was dedicated to body activities and housed a sports and water culture centre. The other building that emerged from the land was spiritual and lighting-filled and housed a well-equipped conference centre.

4. Zayed National Museum, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

It is the first museum built on the Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, UAE. It represents the history, culture and socio-economic change of the country. Its structure consists of five winged galleries design from an artificially landscaped mound, and the towers look like thermal fireplaces. There are various venues in the museum. The large audience has a reminiscent set for films and presentations. The lobby blends together with more venues for classical performances, including poetry, music and dance.

5. Lotus Temple, Bahapur village, New Delhi, India

Lotus Temple is also another flower-shaped building, and you can quickly identify that flower as lotus by its name or shape. It is the primary worship house of the Baha’i community. Its doors are open for everyone, regardless of their religion. The temple’s central hall, which is led by nine entries, representing the unity of all faiths existing in a country.

6. Basket Building, Ohio, USA

The Basket Building is a gigantic basket shaped structure and an aesthetic site for those who want to enjoy unusual man-made things. This building is locally known as the Longaberger Basket Company, which is located in Ohio, USA. This unique building has two attached handles, with a wonderful design that preserves every detail of the standard basket except its size.

7. Cubic Houses, Rotterdam, Netherlands

On Overblaak Street Rotterdam, there are a group of 40 houses that gives you the feeling that the entire world has flipped upside down. These cubic-shaped houses and their infrastructure were built at a 45 degrees angle. It was designed by the architect Piet Blom.

8. Cybertecture Egg Office Building, Mumbai, India

This exclusive poultry-inspired office building combines a natural look of an egg and advanced technologies to offer visitors an architectural marvel. The construction is conceived by a Hong Kong-based company. The building features iconic architecture in addition to environmental design, excellent control systems and advanced engineering.

9. Atomium in Brussels, Belgium

If you see the building, you may think it’s just an enormous metal sculpture. But it is a Fully-featured building consist of science museums, restaurants, etc. You can move between the fields and reach a museum or restaurant by following the tubes. The Atomium depicts 9 iron atoms in the shape of an iron crystal’s body-centred cubic unit cell.

10. Earth House, Dietikon, Switzerland

Earth House is an architectural wonder designed to form walls of a house through the natural terrain and made it look like real-life hobbit holes. These are houses built on hillsides and use the ground’s concept as an insulating blanket that efficiently protects from rain, low temperatures, wind, and natural abrasion. Earth house’s main entrance sometimes is in the roof. Many people live in this residence for many years as permanent residents.

11. City of Arts and Sciences, Valencia, Spain

This is another example of modern architecture, located right in the middle of the water in the heart of Valencia’s park. It consists of five buildings that are Plaza, an IMAX theatre, a park, a science museum, and an oceanographic park.

12. Bubble Palace, Théoule-Sur-Mer, Near Cannes, France

Bubble Palace in France is a well designed, marvellous bubble-like structure poised between sea and sky over the azure Bay of Cannes. It is also known as Palais Bulles locally. It is a massive residence designed by the Hungarian architect Antti Lovag for a French industrialist. But, later on, a fashion designer named Pierre Cardin bought it as his holiday home. It comprises a front area, panoramic lounge, 500-seat open-air amphitheatre, 10 bedrooms, numerous swimming pools and waterfalls.

13. Heydar Aliyev Center, Baku, Azerbaijan

It is probably the most peculiar and famous building in Baku is the Heydar Aliev Centre. The brilliant female architect Zaha Hadid designed the fluid shape of the building, famous for her love for the “alien” figures. Exhibition halls and offices are located inside.

14. Casa Batllo, Barcelona, Spain

Casa Batllo is one of Antoni Gaudí’s masterpieces, right in the middle of Barcelona. The current building was a remodel of a formerly built house, which was restructured in 1904 by Gaudí as a renovation of a former home. It was renovated several times afterwards. It looks so splendid because of its fantastic colour combo that enthrals visitors with its exceptional charm and offers tremendous architectural splendour.

15. Emporia Shopping Mall, Malmo, Sweden

Emporia Shopping Mall is Scandinavia’s largest shopping centre and one of the best well-crafted shopping centres in Europe. The Double-bent glass encloses the diagonal slit that cuts through the building as if it will fall. Inside, there are colourful escalators, swings and hanging gardens for visitors and shoppers.

16. Casa Terracota, Villa de Leyva, Colombia

Casa Terracota, also known as the Ceramic house, is totally manually constructed by clay and parched in the sun. It is located in Colombia’s royal mountain hamlet. This unique building is also called ‘Casa de Flintstone’ by local residents. It looks like a big, free-forming mound of clay, like a dwelling. This strange building is placed against a magnificent location in the highlands, surrounded by exquisite green farmlands.

17. La Muralla Roja, Calpe, Spain

In southern Spain, there is a housing complex named “red wall”, a famous name of La Muralla Roja. Its construction clearly refers to the Arab Mediterranean area’s renowned architecture. The red colour changes to blue and purple within the structure. It is a construction project led by Ricardo Bofill, a prominent Catalan architect. This fantastic construction is still entering with its labyrinthine buildings and bright coloured walls even 50 years after its inauguration in 1968.

18. The Kunsthaus Graz, Graz, Austria

The “Friendly Alien” is a gallery exhibiting modern art. Some people perceive the heart of a whale or a conducive in the form of a structure. In the revolutionary blob architecture, the Kunsthaus is built like an amoeba-shaped structure. In addition, at night, the “Alien” illuminates.

19. Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao, Spain

It is one of the most stunning deconstructivist buildings globally. It was hailed as the greatest structure of our time by Philip Johnson, the architect. The museum offers permanent exhibitions as well as temporary ones. The continuous show focuses on 20th-century art.

20. Markthal, Rotterdam, Netherlands

This is the most gorgeous market hall on earth. You can guess its gorgeousness from the fact that its opening ceremony was attended by the Queen of the Netherlands. The market is in the shape of an arch inside a residential complex. Arno Coenen’s artwork decorates the building’s interior, such as fruit, vegetables, fish and flowers. For this reason, some nickname the market the Rotterdam Sistine Chapel.

21. Capital Gate, Abu Dhabi, UAE

It is one of the highest structures in the city, with a 520 feet height and a capacity of 35 storeys. Capital Gate has been accredited as “the world’s furthest leaning man-made tower” by Guinness World Records. The tower leans 18 degrees in comparison with Pisa’s Tower who leans about 4 degrees. The Leaning Tower of Abu Dhabi is the nickname of this building.

22. Art and Science Museum, Marina Bay Sands Singapore

The museum is one of Singapore’s significant highlights. Its form recalls curved palms or lotus flora. The 3 buildings in its background with a ship on top are Marina Bay Sands, a luxury hotel and another Singaporean architectural wonder.