House of World Cultures

House of World Cultures

Also known as Haus der Kulturen der Welt

Year

1957

Architect

Type

building

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 …

Styles

On the map

Loading map…

Get the app

The full map, every photo, descriptions, and check-ins. Free to browse.

Open Acarta