10 glass buildings of outstanding innovation

Date: 5 March 2012
Source: http://blog.2modern.com

Date: 5 March 2012

Philip Johnson said, “Architecture is the art of how to waste space.” And what better way to do it than by using glass! In a world where the cost of building materials, labour and design processes can hinder creativity, it’s a wonder such amazing structures get built.

However, when it comes to glass – one of the most beautiful, extravagant, and perhaps underrated materials – inspiration appears to flow freely. This creativity needs to be celebrated, so here is a countdown of the 10 most inspiring glass buildings in the world…



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