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Psychology, economics, and comfort play a role—but some hotels are pushing back against this trend.

Explore six of the tallest abandoned skyscrapers around the world, from Pyongyang’s eerie Ryugyong Hotel to Tianjin’s unfinished Goldin Finance 117.

These castles come with incredible history.

You don’t have to travel internationally to enjoy picturesque locations reminiscent of Europe.

They’re so-called minimalist modern farmhouses, painted white, with black roofs, window frames, and railings, seemingly adrift from architectural context. Where did the big black-and-white look come from, and why is it so popular?

Whether you’re religious or just a fan of monumental architecture, visiting a cathedral can be an awe-inspiring experience. Here are 11 masterpieces worth the journey.

The textured ceiling pattern was all the rage in the 1950s. Then things got bumpy.

The 1954 fixer-upper, the only private home designed by the iconic architect in Florida, is built in his atypical “hemicycle” style—and can be yours for a cool couple million.

These odd architectural features are remnants of a time when people had to pay if they wanted to look outside.

These little spaces often spark curiosity and nostalgia, though few people know their history.

You aren’t seeing double—some houses were intentionally built with this architectural quirk. We explain why.

One man’s dream was a city planner’s nightmare.

Some old-fashioned window guards look like they have a potbelly. Discover the real reason why, as well as the history surrounding these unique grills.

It’s not a coincidence that so many porch ceilings are often painted blue in the South, and the history of why is even more fascinating.

From waterfalls in Argentina to old-growth trees in Japan, these under-the-radar destinations deserve a spot on your bucket list.

Celebrate 20 years of Google Earth by testing your knowledge of iconic skylines.

Its cantilevered tiers hang over a 30-foot waterfall—Frank Lloyd Wright’s ingenious way of melding the human-made structure with its natural surroundings. Here are 12 facts about its history and legacy.

Escape the crowds this summer by exploring Europe’s hidden gems—from the artsy city of Linz, Austria, to the medieval time capsule of Carcassonne, France.

Sculptor and architect Maya Lin is best known for her design of the Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial in Washington, D.C., but modern viewers may not know about her rise to prominence and the subsequent controversy.