The ancient Greek statues were assumed to be spotlessly white, but a new study reveals that the Parthenon Sculptures once burst with color. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an ...

Archaeologists have discovered mysterious ancient architecture cut into a rocky landscape on Madagascar, the world's fourth largest island, a study says. The study details recent investigations at ...

Recent archaeological excavations of ancient Chinese tombs have unearthed a hidden 4,000-year pattern, revealing a fascinating narrative of cultural evolution and societal practices. These findings, ...

Chinampa Veneta. Mexican pavilion at the 19th Venice Architecture Biennale, 2025. Image © Ricardo de la Concha Whether rising to the highest room of the tallest ...

Jagged peaks, sinuous waves, bold intersecting lines — ancient Hawaiians used relatively few designs to adorn a wide variety of objects, from humble household goods to royal capes and fans, as well as ...

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Editor's note: The Architects’ Alphabet is a 26-part series describing design elements featured in Gregory J. Scott’s recently published book, “Urban Legend, The Life & Legacy of C. Emlen Urban,” ...