Architecture has never been about simply constructing buildings. From a philosopher’s point of view, it is a mirror designed to reflect humanity’s ideals, aspirations, and moral imagination. From the temples of antiquity to the steel towers of today, architecture has always conveyed more than shelter; it reflects how societies see themselves and what they value most.
Many experts across the centuries have debated which era has seen the pinnacle of architectural achievement, and this debate has roared louder and louder as minimalism takes center stage in our modern world.
So, when did architects create the best buildings? Which style is considered the supreme example of design? Click through this gallery to find out.