An ongoing series of films devoted to the most remarkable achievements in modern architecture, from the works that heralded the birth of the modern style at the end of the 19th century to the latest designs from today's top architects. By examining each building in detail, the series brings to light the role each has played in the history and evolution of architecture.
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Jun 8, 1994 · 26m
The first museum built in France, as such the Picardy Museum was initially intended to be a "Little Louvre", a palace. It was only little by little, during the construction work that lasted a record 40 years, that the museum triumphed over the monument, and the architectural building adapted to its real function.
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Architectures Season 0 premiered on June 8, 1994.
Architectures Season 0 has 1 episode.
The season opens with Season 0 Episode 1, "The Amiens Museum". It aired on June 8, 1994.
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