Islands: Contemporary Architecture on Water

Islands—real, artificial, and metaphoric—have always had a fascination of their own. Highlighted by the isolation they find themselves in, contemporary buildings near, or even in, water transcend boundaries to create impressive, and at times daring, insular architecture. In nearly 50 projects, Islands showcases masterful examples of this interplay of elements. These extraordinary creations by renowned architects such as Jean Nouvel< Frank O. Gehry, Renzo Piano, and Foster + Partners offer a fascinating journey through the architectural islands of today, tomorrow, and the distant future. 

Benesse House Museum

National Center for P.Arts

Museum Of Islamic Arts

Oslo Opera House

Elbphilharmonie

Louvre Abu-Dhabi

Water/Glass Guest House

Periscope Houses

Burj El Arab

Earth SPA

Bulgari Resort

Nurai Resort & Hotel

New Holland Island

Crystal Island

Treasure Island

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