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Turn-of-century Berlin and more on cheerful Art Nouveau postcards
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Turn-of-century Berlin and more on cheerful Art Nouveau postcards

The Wiener Werkstätte’s 1911 postcards present the sights of the German capital in vivid colors and playful compositions. After Budapest, this time we present Berlin in the early 1910s through the postcards of the Wiener Werkstätte (Vienna Workshops). As mentioned before, the Wiener Werkstätte was founded in 1903 by
If the 100-year-old condominiums could talk | TOP 5
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If the 100-year-old condominiums could talk | TOP 5

There is something quite mysterious about condominiums built in the last centuries—not only because of their appearance, but also because of their historical past. They have endured the dangers of wars with dignity, while they can witness a lot of personal stories. We have now made a selection of
Modern and historical elements blend in this Riga boutique hotel
architecture

Modern and historical elements blend in this Riga boutique hotel

Located in the quiet neighborhood of Riga, famous for its Art Nouveau architecture, there is the A22 boutique hotel, the concept of which is inspired by the architectural heritage of the place and its history. The hotel was housed in a building at the beginning of the twentieth century, which
If the 100-year-old condominiums could talk | TOP 5
architecture

If the 100-year-old condominiums could talk | TOP 5

There is something quite mysterious about condominiums built in the last centuries—not only because of their appearance, but also because of their historical past. They have endured the dangers of wars with dignity, while they can witness a lot of personal stories. We have now made a selection of
Gödöllő’s Art Nouveau jewel box as interpreted by contemporary artists
gödöllő

Gödöllő’s Art Nouveau jewel box as interpreted by contemporary artists

A gateway woven from gold cord, a rose window made of plants, a table set under the deciduous trees of the garden—in such and similar ways, contemporary artists reflect on the spiritual heritage of the former Art Nouveau art colony in Gödöllő. An oasis of peace in Gödöllő, if
It is incredibly cheap to stay in Gaudí’s iconic Barcelona villa
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It is incredibly cheap to stay in Gaudí’s iconic Barcelona villa

Airbnb has listed the Catalan architect’s first masterpiece, giving a lucky couple a chance to spend a night in the Art Nouveau building at Casa Vicens. Casa Vicens was built between 1883 and 1888 in the heart of Barcelona for a local family. The Art Nouveau masterpiece functions as
Stunning Art Nouveau buildings in Eastern Europe | TOP 5
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Stunning Art Nouveau buildings in Eastern Europe | TOP 5

Floral motifs, majolica and all the restless movement—Art Nouveau is a special period in art history, which aims to smuggle a little uniqueness into everyday life. Reök Palace | Szeged, Hungary One of the most emblematic buildings in Szeged is undoubtedly the Reök Palace. The building was designed by Ede
Budapest by Labrosse | Lindenbaum House
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Budapest by Labrosse | Lindenbaum House

Even Hulk can’t stand this noise, he’s all flattened out, as the snake with pink hands has been blasting Heartbreak Hotel since ages. What’s up Elvis? A subtle cry comes from the boarded-up window, the abandoned flower escapes the “death zone”. Wolves, golden mermaids, golden peacocks – standing