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30 Times Architects Failed At Their Job, As Shared On This Twitter Page Dedicated To Ugly Buildings
Every now and then, we grab the opportunity to praise architects who consistently outdo themselves and surprise us with their marvelous creations. Because designing impressive and remarkable structures that leave everyone in awe is far from an easy task. It requires years of hard work, dedication, and understanding of seemingly endless aspects of human life. But far too often, we stumble upon places that tell us one universal truth — some pieces of architecture are utter disasters.
Here’s where 'The World's Ugliest Buildings' Twitter account comes in. This social media project is dedicated to pictures of some of the most visually displeasing architectural examples found across the world, and it shares the worst of the bunch. Though, even when they are the most unattractive fiascos ever discovered, they definitely leave an impression.
We at Bored Panda have gathered some of the most memorable pictures from the page to share with you all. So sit back, buckle up, and get ready to go down the rabbit hole of architectural hiccups. Be sure to hit upvote as you go, and let us know which of these places you’d love to see IRL in the comments!
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Saint Thomas 4 years ago
It's not in Belgium, but in Bulgaria : https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/snail-house-sofia
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Raven Sheridan 4 years ago
Nobody should have this much money, while hundreds of millions live in abject poverty.
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Great Pyrenees 4 years ago
The middle east has such beautiful castle designs. Modern office building is not one of them
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Shannon Leta 4 years ago
It was in Hialeah, FL (surrounding city to Miami) and was painted white, sold to produce company & then demolished in 2017
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Honza Palička 4 years ago
The Commercial Center Cita has even more stuff on it! Eiffel Tower, Brandenburg Gate, Tower Bridge, Little Mermaid and even a set of the Avengers :D
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Dre Mosley 4 years ago
I don't think it's terrible. Probably wouldn't even be in this post if Trump's name wasn't on it.
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Weed in the Garden 4 years ago
No way I'm gonna find my room if I can't even find the entrance.
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Weed in the Garden 4 years ago
Environmentally friendly design, won multiple awards. Glass floor on the third story. Amazing!
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Oerff On Tour 4 years ago
The extension out over the water (Seine river) actually has a section of glass floor. It's the office of the minister.
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Helen Downey 4 years ago
For the 'sea' portion I'm getting serious plastic pollution vibes. The front looks like it's off a rake of cans
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Oerff On Tour 4 years ago
It's not unfinished, but it isn't really used either. At night the lights are on, but it's totally empty. It is built to "demonstrate the glory of North Korean workers".
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Cristina Díaz Sierra 4 years ago
Corte Inglés buildings are all the same in all Spanish cities...
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Huddo's sister 4 years ago
Plus all the brickwork on the ground leading up to it is all uneven and you can't get a wheelchair up it easily
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CatScratch Beaver 4 years ago
It's a shame it wasn't built all the way to the sidewalk. That is what makes this one unattractive. Otherwise, lovely art nouveau building.
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Rebecca O’Donnell 4 years ago
My vertigo would have me passing out on the sidewalk before I could get in the door.
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Oerff On Tour 4 years ago
It might look ugly in this picture, but that's because of the angle it is taken. If you look at it from a bit of a distance, you will see it's beauty
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Lara Verne 4 years ago
It looks like houses that "new money" people build back in the 1990s. These buildings were cheaply made, had zero respect for it's surroundings and on top of that, they were fugly. Many houses like this ended up being empty and unused, and owners are trying to sell them (very unsuccessfully).
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bottomless.abyss.of.bordem 4 years ago
Obviously, because a huge building just landed on her. DUH!
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Roman Hans 4 years ago
Really irritating. Some of these buildings are beautiful but taken at a crummy angle or with power lines in front (like Celine in South Korea). Others are perfect for their use: like the Barbie Experience or the Rock 'N Roll Museum should have been subtle and classy?
Cuppa tea? 4 years ago
Agree, some building listed here are considered already classic architecture and are being taught in schools. It's just clumsy photography that did the damage.
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Rebel Jade 4 years ago
I’m very confused. This said design fails…but most of these buildings are just absolutely beautiful, maybe a bit weird, but beautiful! Can someone please explain why these are failed designs???
Eliza 4 years ago
My take is that since it came from twitter it probably is a group of people who seem to believe that nothing unique or new should be made and that a proper aesthetic is one you can find in a magazine or something.
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Diandra “Mss Didi” Blackthorn 4 years ago
fck.ugly proves that some people only have taste in their mouths! LOL! While many of these structures don't appeal to cultural aesthetics, some are still beautiful works of art.
Roman Hans 4 years ago
Really irritating. Some of these buildings are beautiful but taken at a crummy angle or with power lines in front (like Celine in South Korea). Others are perfect for their use: like the Barbie Experience or the Rock 'N Roll Museum should have been subtle and classy?
Cuppa tea? 4 years ago
Agree, some building listed here are considered already classic architecture and are being taught in schools. It's just clumsy photography that did the damage.
Load More Replies... Rebel Jade 4 years ago
I’m very confused. This said design fails…but most of these buildings are just absolutely beautiful, maybe a bit weird, but beautiful! Can someone please explain why these are failed designs???
Eliza 4 years ago
My take is that since it came from twitter it probably is a group of people who seem to believe that nothing unique or new should be made and that a proper aesthetic is one you can find in a magazine or something.
Load More Replies... Diandra “Mss Didi” Blackthorn 4 years ago
fck.ugly proves that some people only have taste in their mouths! LOL! While many of these structures don't appeal to cultural aesthetics, some are still beautiful works of art.
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