Step into 'Building the City,' a captivating exhibition in Vienna presenting a rich visual history of the metropolis. Through a diverse collection of historical photographs, witness the dynamic process of urban construction and architectural development. The images span from 19th-century projects to recent endeavors, revealing how the city's landscape has been shaped. Explore rare glimpses of lost vistas and the changing face of Vienna.
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This collection showcases historical photographs documenting the construction of buildings and urban development projects in Vienna. The images capture various phases of architectural endeavors, from the 19th century to contemporary times, highlighting the evolution of the city's landscape through its construction history.
The collection 'Die Stadt bauen' (Building the City) presents a visual chronicle of architectural development in Vienna through historical photography. Spanning from the 19th century to more recent projects, the images capture the dynamic process of urban construction. They feature buildings slated for demolition, newly erected structures, and the actual work of human hands and machines, offering unique perspectives on lost vistas and the evolution of the city. Notable projects documented include the construction of the Votivkirche, the World Exhibition of 1873's structures like the Rotunda, the Parliament, the Burgtheater, and modern developments such as the Seestadt Aspern, providing a fascinating glimpse into Vienna's architectural past and present.
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