The Art of Architecture

20193 seriesEntertainment / Factual
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An intriguing exploration into some of the greatest works of architecture that the world has ever seen, with a special look at how art has influenced some of the most influential designers in history.

Norman Foster, Narbo Via, Narbonne: Episode Image
Episode 1Norman Foster, Narbo Via, Narbonne

Series three begins with Norman Foster - a leading figure in British architecture, famous for The Gerkhin and London's Millennium Bridge. (S3, ep 1)

Daniel Libeskind, Holocaust Monument of Names, Amsterdam: Episode Image
Episode 2Daniel Libeskind, Holocaust Monument of Names, Amsterdam

An architect who memorialises history, the profound work of Daniel Libeskind carries immense emotional resonance. (S3, ep 2)

Liz Diller, The Shed, New York: Episode Image
Episode 3Liz Diller, The Shed, New York

Seeing the potential of the High Line in New York, Liz Diller extravagantly designed The Shed - a truly unique structure, on wheels. (S3, ep 3)

Yiangou Architects, House In The Cotswolds: Episode Image
Episode 4Yiangou Architects, House In The Cotswolds

Crafting grand classical houses, the work of the Yiangou Architects and Ross Sharpe has escaped the public eye - until now. (S3, ep 4)

Brian McKay Lyons, Smith House, Nova Scotia: Episode Image
Episode 5Brian McKay Lyons, Smith House, Nova Scotia

A winner of Canada's Gold Medal for Architecture, Brian McKay Lyons is famed for his astonishing work across Nova Scotia. (S3, ep 5)

Kjetil Thorsen, Wild Reindeer Pavilion, Norway: Episode Image
Episode 6Kjetil Thorsen, Wild Reindeer Pavilion, Norway

An architect with a global presence, the Norwegian's refined approach is displayed on the mountain of Snohetta. (S3, ep 6)

Sumayya Valley, Serpentine Pavilion, London: Episode Image
Episode 7Sumayya Valley, Serpentine Pavilion, London

Sumayya Vally, Serpentine Pavilion, London: Sumayya Vally is the youngest architect to have been invited to design and build the Serpentine Pavilion. (S3, ep 7)

Niall McLaughlin, Library At Magdalene College, Cambridge: Episode Image
Episode 8Niall McLaughlin, Library At Magdalene College, Cambridge

McLaughlin's work is characterised by detail, and his latest piece is a library for Magdalene College Cambridge. (S3, ep 8)

David Chipperfield, Neue Nationalgalerie, Berlin: Episode Image
Episode 9David Chipperfield, Neue Nationalgalerie, Berlin

The man responsible for the restoration of Neue Nationalgalerie - Sir David Chipperfield - refuses acclaim for the work. (S3, ep 9)

Dolunay Villa, Turkey, Foster+ Partners: Episode Image
Episode 10Dolunay Villa, Turkey, Foster+ Partners

Dolunay Villa, Turkey, Foster + Partners: Overlooking the Aegean Sea, the Dolunay Villa began as a sketch but transformed into something truly spectacular. Series finale. (S3, ep 10)

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