Do you think pink is too vanilla and inappropriate for powerful architecture? If so, we will dispel this stereotype with examples of the most impressive modern buildings!
Bright colours were used in architecture onthroughout history, but take a closer look at today's buildings: their entire industrial appearance demonstrates their complete indifference to frivolous, playful colors. Most of them pale in comparison to their "ancestors". It was a different story in the past: builders tried to use shades that would distinguish the building from other buildings. Look at the Argentines: they even made the official residence of their president a bold pink. There was, however, a hidden agenda: such a move was supposed to become a symbol of unity between the main political parties, whose colors were red and white.
The Cairo Museum, which houses the largest collection of ancient Egyptian finds in the world, is also, by the way, painted pink.
And in India there is a whole “pink city” –an amazing place called Jaipur, where many houses and palaces are built of unusual pinkish-orange stone. Such beauty is truly impressive!
But why go far? Walking along Nevsky Prospect in St. Petersburg, it is difficult not to notice the pink palace of the Beloselsky-Belozerskys.
Well, we have shown you several historical examples, and now we will move on to the most interesting part – modern buildings whose creators were not afraid to use pink.
1. Coral House
Architects of the Swiss company Group8 in 2011completed their very original project – a residential building in Geneva. Its interesting feature is the glass façade with sun-protective fabric panels in pink shades, which, if necessary, can be easily hidden in a niche above the window.
2. Lollipop House
How about a house that looks like a bright lollipop?The architectural studio Moon Hoon is absolutely sure that a functional house with a “smart filling” can be original and fun. The facade with hypnotic white and pink stripes completely hides the internal configuration of the rooms, which makes it even more interesting. The construction of the “sweet” cottage was completed just a couple of years ago – in 2012.
3. Red Canyon Residence
The next house was built in 2005 inColorado, is an inspiring example of organic architecture. Fäanas Architecture has worked perfectly on the exterior of the building, and as a result it becomes one with the surrounding Red Canyon.
4. Pink House
It's an eclectic mix of Moroccan atmosphere,Mexican folk art and contemporary design. The boutique Pink House was designed and built by artist Jill Hunter in hot Mexico. Its vibrant palette showcases all the colors of this country. No other color could so accurately convey the mood of the house and the area in which it is built.
5. The Royal Hawaiian Hotel
This luxury hotel in Hawaii was built back inin 1927, but despite this, it simply had to be on this list. At one time, it was a legend of the resort hotel, heads of state, Hollywood celebrities, and even Marilyn Monroe did not deprive it of her attention. Although during its entire existence, this place changed many owners, underwent more than one redesign, the color of the building has always remained untouched. The Pink Palace of the Pacific Ocean - this is what the most romantic hotel in the Hawaiian Islands is called.
6. Hotel 25hours
Design Bureau Stephen Williams Associatesmade sure that the acid-pink part of the hotel's façade would attract the attention of travelers visiting Hamburg. If you want to bask in the sun while sipping an exotic cocktail, climb up to the roof and take your favorite chaise lounge under a bright umbrella.
7. Forest Park Southeast Home
Here is another example of a modern pink house,which stands out from its boring neighbors. It was built in 2012 by Urban Improvement Construction in the St. Louis area. On the left side of the house, colored panels create the illusion of brickwork, and on the right side there is a cozy studio apartment, which the owners rent out.
8. Barbie Shanghai Store
Mattel's largest toy store, Ink.first opened its doors in the Chinese market in 2008. Architects from Slade Architecture created a real pink paradise for young ladies, where hundreds, if not thousands of varieties of Barbie flaunt. The store existed for only 2 years. There were many reasons for its closure, but the beautiful exterior is not one of them.
9. Maternelle Javelot School
Wouldn't you like to learn and spendtime in a school like this? Architect Eva Samuel took on the reconstruction of the kindergarten, and as a result, the aluminum façade of the building was enlivened with bright crimson inserts. The school was built in the heart of Paris and is surrounded by high-rises, against which it clearly stands out with its playful color scheme.
10. Hostel La Buena Vida
Mexican architectural studio ARCOArquitectura Contemporanea designed a youth hostel in a trendy area of Mexico City three years ago. The facade is dotted with geometric shapes and a bold combination of different shades of pink, complemented by soothing warm wood. The name of the hostel translates from Spanish as “The Good Life,” and it is a good life, and for a small price.
Pink facade: what to consider
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