Italys Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of the biggest tourist attractions in the country, but at times there have been concerns that the entire thing could come crashing down. Just in case that happens Italy has now built two new leaning towers, and because theyre a hotel, anyone can spend a night in the slanting buildings.
via Italys two new leaning towers; just in case the original topples | DVICE.
Modern engineering techniques have given architects the freedom to go absolutely nuts as they run around cities and towns experimenting with all manner of crazy new structures. Like any artists given access to a wholly new set of artistic tools, the line between aesthetic choice and horrible mishap can prove somewhat fuzzy at first glance.
via 10 amazing buildings that look like terrible accidents | DVICE.