Great Buildings OnlineDocuments hundreds of buildings and leading architects across the world with 3D models, photographs and drawings, commentaries, biographies and bibliographies. Searchable. http://www.greatbuildings.com |
EmporisAn international team maintains this huge database of tall buildings, navigated by map and list. Also lists construction companies and architects, and supplies news. http://www.emporis.com |
Skyscraper PageDylan presents an illustrated database of the world`s tallest buildings. The illustrations drawn to one scale make it easy to compare heights internationally or within a city. Includes dates and architects. http://skyscraperpage.com |
Versailles, FranceElegant bilingual official site offering history, guided tour via an interactive map, 360-degree panoramas, gallery of masterpieces and visitor information. http://www.chateauversailles.fr |
World HeritageElegant site from UNESCO explaining the choice of certain buildings and sites as World Heritage. List with pictures and information available on each. French and English language options. http://whc.unesco.org |
ArtServeA huge collection of images of architecture across the world, with an emphasis on the Mediterranean region, Australia and Japan, collated by Michael Greenhalgh of the Australian National University. http://rubens.anu.edu.au |
Biltmore EstateThe official site for this grandiose 19th-century mansion in Asheville, North Carolina, designed by Richard Morris Hunt in the French Renaissance style. Brief history, photographs, visitor information. http://www.biltmore.com |
Digital Images of Historic ArchitectureGalleries of photographs of European and North American architecture from Classical to Post-Modern, whole facades and details, with explanations, by Mary Ann Sullivan, Bluffton College, US. http://www.bluffton.edu/~sullivanm |
The Empire State BuildingOfficial site for facts, history, business directory, and a kids section with a printable coloring book. http://www.esbnyc.com |
Castles of the WorldExtensive collection of castles, palaces, fortresses and monasteries. Organized with search engine, maps, descriptions, photos and a directory. http://www.castles.org |
The Castles of WalesLocation maps, photographs and information on over 400 castles and some abbeys and holy wells. Essays by experts on all aspects of the subject, glossary, bibliography. http://www.castlewales.com |
Gaudí and Barcelona ClubClub devoted to the architect, with information on his work, plus events and membership information. http://www.gaudiclub.com |
Gaudí and Art Nouveau in CataloniaIncludes a photograph and biography of Antoni Gaudí and illustrated descriptions of his works, together with information on other art nouveau works in the region and a bibliography. http://www.gaudiallgaudi.com |
Castles of BritainUS-based Castles Unlimited offers a commercial research service. Lists of castles; photo gallery; ground plans and bird`s-eye views of a few castles; general background articles; glossary. http://www.castles-of-britain.com |
Castles of the United StatesCastle-fan Jim is building himself a mock-medieval home. Here he gathers images of other imitation castles in the US. http://dupontcastle.com/castles |
Longleat House and Safari ParkWidely regarded as the best example of high Elizabethan architecture in Britain. Attractions include several mazes and a Dr Who exhibition. http://www.longleat.co.uk |
Digital Archive of ArchitectureImages of buildings in Europe and America from prehistoric to 20th century by Prof. Jeffrey Howe of Boston College, USA. http://www.bc.edu/bc_org/avp/cas/fnart/arch |
Schönbrunn Palace, AustriaThe official site provides photographs and brief history of the magnificent Baroque imperial palace, with visitor information. The archive of plans, images and papers will be open to the public in future. http://www.schoenbrunn.at |
Kansas City Development and SkyscrapersDiagram and catalogue of tall buildings in Kansas City as well as development news from throughout the KC metro area. http://www.kcskyscrapers.com |
PyramidsThe British Museum provides a readable, illustrated introduction to the pyramids of Ancient Egypt. Includes an interactive reconstruction of Khufu`s pyramid complex. http://www.ancientegypt.co.uk/pyramids |
Edinburgh UniversityThe Department of Architecture offers an MA in Architectural History. http://www.caad.ed.ac.uk |