The most unusual buildings in the world: the top 10

Urban architecture - this is the habitual environment in which millions of people live on the planet. But the townspeople rarely raise their heads to enjoy it. And very vain. After all, sometimes on the streets of the city you can meet the most unusual buildings! They were created by different architects and at different times, investing in them all their skills and imagination.

Miracles of architecture: the most unusual buildings

Of course, it is much easier to build typical buildings for template projects. However, from time to time always there are eccentric architects who are trying to create something of this sort. Unusual architecture of buildings is always striking and attracts a huge number of tourists.

In this article, we will talk about an atypical architecture. The most unusual building in the world - what is it? We bring to your attention a list of ten buildings scattered over different corners of the planet. Of course, this list is far from complete. After all, it is simply impossible to cover in one publication all the architectural highlights ever created on the whole Earth. So it's up to you which of these houses is the most unusual building in the world for you.

Temple of the Holy Family (Spain)

Making such an architectural top ten and choosing the most unusual buildings of the planet, one can not help remembering the great master Antonio Gaudi. In Barcelona is the greatest of his creations - the temple of the Holy Family, which opens our list. Construction of the building began in 1882 and continues to this day! The main features of this temple, which make it so unique, is the complete absence of straight lines, as well as an amazing combination of several architectural styles, in particular Gothic and modern.

Dancing House (Czech Republic)

At home, it turns out, they can also dance! Those who doubt this, it is necessary to visit Prague. In this city, the architects, inspired by the amazing dancers - Fred Aster and Ginger Rogers - created a stunning masterpiece: The Dancing House. Attractiveness of this building adds and the fact that on its roof is an elite restaurant with a superb view of Prague.

The Djenne Mosque (Mali)

The most unusual buildings can be built from different building materials. The next building on our list is Jenna Mosque - is the world's largest clay building ! The Great Mosque of Jenna in Mali was erected in 1907. The height of its main tower is 16 meters. From a distance it seems as if the building is fashioned by a giant child from sea sand. Since 1988 the unique mosque is protected by UNESCO.

The Guggenheim Museum (Spain)

Another Spanish structure falls into our list of the most unusual buildings - it's a museum of modern art in the city of Bilbao. Built in 1997, it is considered the most iconic example of such an architectural style as deconstructionism. Outside, the building looks like a huge spaceship for interplanetary expeditions. The height of this grandiose structure is 55 meters.

Sydney Opera House (Australia)

If the natural symbol of Australia is a kangaroo, then the architectural symbol can safely be considered this building. Sydney Opera House - a unique structure, reminiscent of a huge sailing ship. The construction of the theater was completely completed in 1973, and the author of this project - Jorn Utzon - received for him the prestigious Pritzker Prize. 102 million Australian dollars was needed to build this architectural masterpiece.

The Alexandria Library (Egypt)

In the place where the ancient Alexandria library once burnt down, in 2002 a new building was built. A huge structure can accommodate about 8 million books for storage. The total area of the reading room of the new library is more than 70 thousand square meters. In addition, the Alexandria Library has its own planetarium, galleries, museums and even a laboratory for the restoration of ancient books.

Hundertwasser House (Austria)

Once the Austrian architect Friedensreich Hundertwasser was asked: "Why do you always wear different socks on your feet?" To which he indifferently and quite sincerely replied: "Why do you always wear the same?" It goes without saying that such a person simply had to build something unusual and creative. And he perfectly coped with this task, having built a unique apartment house in Vienna in the 80s of the 20th century. The building is distinguished by uneven outlines, and its roofs, walls and cornices are densely planted with trees, grasses and shrubs. And what is most interesting, the architect refused the fee for this project. Today thousands of tourists from different countries come to the house of the Hundertwasser.

Atomium (Belgium)

Another unusual building from our list is in Belgium. It is nothing but a fragment of the crystal lattice of the ferrum (iron) atom, increased by billions of times. The height of the unique building is 102 meters, and the building itself symbolizes the peaceful use of the atom.

The twisted skyscraper (Sweden)

Perhaps the most unusual skyscraper is in the Swedish city of Malmo. It was built in 2005 by the architect Santiago Calatrava. The tower 190 meters in height consists of nine equal sections, each of which is rotated by a certain degree relative to the previous one. In the end, the highest section of the skyscraper is twisted 90 degrees relative to the lowest.

The building is a cloud (Switzerland)

And finishes our top ten amazing building-cloud in Switzerland. To create the desired effect, water pumps from the lake pumps and turns into thick steam. In this pair all the frame elements of the building are not visible, so the structure itself resembles a cloud floating above the water.

The most unusual buildings in Russia and Moscow

Surprising examples of architecture are, of course, in our country. For example, an unusual house was recently built in the village of Kabardinka (near Gelendzhik). The fact is that he is turned upside down. And all the details of its interior interiors, including furniture, are turned upside down.

But in the village of Borovoye in 2009, a house-ship appeared. A simple Kemerovo master built it out of wood. In the house-ship, the length of which is 15 meters, there is even a sauna and a small pool.

There is something to see for fans of atypical architecture and in the capital of our homeland. The most unusual buildings in Moscow also attract a lot of tourists.

So, the house in the form of an egg on the street Mashkov is very popular. House-egg was built in 2004, it has five rooms, and there is parking in the basement. This building has become so popular with tourists that many guides have already included it in their tours around the city.

However, the most interesting building in the capital is the house of the architect Melnikov. This unique building in the avant-garde style was built in the late 1920s and is known throughout the world. Despite its futuristic appearance, the house is residential. He was built by an architect for his family.

Finally...

The most unusual buildings will never cease to appear on our planet while a person is alive, while the real Artist is alive. They were built in the past and before last centuries - they will be built in the distant future. In this article, we have prepared for you a selection of ten of the most unusual constructions in our view. These are residential buildings, majestic temples, and theaters ... Of course, this list is far from complete, it can easily be supplemented with dozens (if not hundreds) of other, no less interesting architectural objects.