House of World Cultures

House of World Cultures

Also known as Haus der Kulturen der Welt

Year

1957

Architect

Hugh Stubbins

Type

building

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Berliners call it the "pregnant oyster", a parabolic concrete roof that curves upward at both ends, cantilevering 20 meters beyond its supports to create a dramatic undulating profile reflected in the surrounding pool. Hugh Stubbins designe …

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