Architecture Guide to Berlin

$14.00

The most visual architecture guide to Berlin ever published – more than 60 stunning buildings, designed by some of the world’s greatest architects, presented on a beautifully illustrated map to accompany you on your next trip to “The Athens on the Spree”.

Berlin’s architecture is a captivating journey through time, mirroring the city’s tumultuous history and vibrant present. The remnants of the Cold War era, like the iconic Checkpoint Charlie, stand as powerful symbols of division and reunification. Potsdamer Platz, once a no-man’s-land, has transformed into a modern hub featuring contemporary skyscrapers and cutting-edge designs including the captivating Sony Center by Helmut Jahn.

The Brandenburg Gate, an 18th-century neoclassical marvel, stands as a poignant symbol of unity. Post-reunification, Berlin’s architectural landscape embraced avant-garde structures like the glass-domed Reichstag by Foster + Partners (cover image), symbolizing transparency in governance. The East Side Gallery, a stretch of the Berlin Wall adorned with murals, serves as a dynamic outdoor art gallery.

The city’s eclectic mix includes historic landmarks, such as Charlottenburg Palace, juxtaposed with modern marvels like the Jewish Museum by Studio Libeskind, Neue National Gallery by Mies van der Rohe and the Berlin Hauptbahnhof by Meinhard von Gerkan. Berlin’s architectural mosaic encapsulates resilience, creativity, and an unwavering spirit, making it a living testament to the city’s complex and fascinating narrative.

Be sure to visit Berlin’s iconic Museum Island with classical buildings like the Bode Museum intermixed with contemporary marvels such as Priztker Prize-winning architect David Chipperfield’s James Simon Galerie.

This thoroughly researched architecture guide is a must-have for architecture enthusiasts of all ages. It makes travel planning effortless and boasts an up-to-date curated list of buildings not found anywhere else; the perfect pocket-companion for your next trip abroad.

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Features

1. The cover features a unique architectural icon that celebrates a local project and is illustrated as
a wandering path, capturing the joy of architecture and discovery.

Cover Illustration: Reichstag Dome by Foster + Partners

2. Map identifying the general locations of the buildings, major and medium-sized road networks,
urban areas, watersheds, parks and other natural features.

3. Recommended Route identifying a must-see network of buildings and landmarks, with dashed
lines indicating routes for contemporary, modern and historical interests.

4. Legend of selected architectural projects featuring beautifully detailed building icons, the name of
the architect(s) / designers involved, and an address for where it can be found.

5. QR code connecting you to our digital guide with pinned locations and directions in Google Maps.

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