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🏰 What if some of Disney’s most iconic worlds were inspired by real architecture?

From fairytale castles to historic landmarks, many of the settings seen in Disney films trace their origins to real places around the world. These architectural references transform cultural heritage, local identity, and historic design into the imaginative environments that have shaped generations of storytelling.

By comparing the animated worlds with their real-life counterparts, we can see how architecture influences narrative, atmosphere, and visual memory, bridging the gap between fantasy and reality.

💬 Which Disney-inspired location would you most like to visit?

Every crack deserves a second chance 💠

Flacking: The Art of Healing Cracks by Ememem (.flacking)

Born on a broken sidewalk in 2016, Ememem has turned street repairs into a poetic craft he calls “flacking”, from flaque, meaning puddle. His mosaic patches brighten damaged pavements, blending street art, contemporary art, and the spirit of kintsugi.

These polychrome interventions break the monotony of asphalt, revealing fragments that feel both ancient and unexpected. They prompt questions about how we care for what’s damaged, and how our public spaces can hold more tenderness and imagination.

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🌱Learn from Kengo Kuma at Yacademy!

Known worldwide for his internationally significant projects such as the Kirosan Observatory, the Water/Glass, and the Noh Stage in the Forest, Kengo Kuma will be a guest lecturer at Yacademy for the courses in Architecture for Landscape and Architecture for Wellness.

👉🏻Take your chance to meet the best interpreters of contemporary architecture: apply before June 26th at www.yacademy.it!

🤔 One of Paris's most iconic landmarks was once called an eyesore and faced fierce criticism from artists, writers, and residents.

🏛️ Which Paris Icon Was Once Hated?

A) Louvre Pyramid
B) Arc de Triomphe
C) Eiffel Tower

👇 Drop your answer before checking below!

💬 If you had lived in Paris in 1889, would you have supported the tower or opposed it?