About this season
An exploration of some of the world's most famous structures and the inspirations of the architects behind them.
Episodes (10)
1. World Trade Centre Transportation Hub
Aired 24 July 2019 • 40 min
How did Santiago Calatrava's World Trade Center Transportation Hub come to be? This intriguing new series explores the inspirations behind the world's architectural marvels.
2. Battersea Power Station
Aired 31 July 2019 • 40 min
A look at London's mammoth Battersea Power Station, brought back to life after 30 years of dereliction with designs from architect Jim Eyre.
3. V&A Dundee
Aired 7 August 2019 • 40 min
An in-depth look at Japanese architect Kengo Kuma's first UK project, the magnificent V&A Dundee, including the huge challenges behind its construction.
4. The Vessel
Aired 14 August 2019 • 40 min
A look at how Thomas Heatherwick's unusual and stunning design of many staircases became a mind-blowing tourist attraction in Manhattan, known as the Vessel.
5. Westminster Abbey
Aired 21 August 2019 • 40 min
A look at Ptolemy Dean's Weston Tower, which lies within Westminster Abbey. Exploring what went into designing the most significant addition to the historic site of Westminster Abbey in 240 years.
6. Macallan Distillery
Aired 28 August 2019 • 40 min
Explore the inspiration behind architect Graham Stirk's stunning Macallan Distillery in Scotland.
7. Smithsonian National Museum of African American History
Aired 4 September 2019 • 40 min
A look into the stunning Smithsonian National Museum of African American History - designed by British architect David Adjaye, and inspired by the art and history of Africa.
8. The Design Museum London
Aired 11 September 2019 • 40 min
An inside look at the architecture behind London's new Design Museum in Kensington, a result of minimalist John Pawson's exquisite vision.
9. Hampshire House
Aired 18 September 2019 • 40 min
With his work loved by the Prince of Wales, John Simpson is the modern architect who creates breathtaking classical buildings - including his own Hampshire house.
10. Alexandra Palace
Aired 25 September 2019 • 40 min
The final episode explores the theatre at London's Alexandra Palace. Restored by Matt Somerville, he infused it with modern touches, while keeping its rich history alive.