In the photo: L’Hemisfèric & El Palau de les Arts - Valencia
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La Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències ( City of Arts and Sciences ) is an ensemble of five areas designed by valencian architect Santiago Calatrava and builded in Valencia, Spain. And is an impressive example of modern architecture.
. El Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía - Opera house and performing arts centre.
. L'Hemisfèric - Imax cinema and planetarium.
. L'Umbracle - Walkway / Garden.
. El Museu de les Ciències Príncipe Felipe - Science museum.
. L'Oceanogràfic - Open-air oceanographic park.
Santiago Calatrava was born in Valencia, Spain in 1951. He graduated from the Institute of Architecture in Valencia and from the Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich. Calatrava opened his own architecture and engineering office in Zurich.
As both an architect and an engineer, Calatrava easily identifies with both disciplines. He often creates innovative works that depend on a firm grasp of both the creative and structural aspects of design. His skills as an engineer allow him to create sculptural surfaces and unusual spaces.
He was selected to design a new train and subway station at the World Trade Center site in New York. Calling Calatrava's structures ‘open and organic’, The New York Times said that the new terminal will evoke the kind of uplifting spirituality that is needed on Ground Zero.
Some of Santiago Calatrava best works: Milwaukee Art Museum (USA), Athens Olympic Sports Complex (Greece), Alamillo bridge (Sevilla, Spain), Turning Torso (Sweden), Calatrava tower & Bac de Roda bridge (Barcelona).
Interesting links about Santiago Calatrava, his work, and the City of Arts and Sciencies:
Santiago Calatrava official site
Interesting site devoted to Calatrava work
Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències official site
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