Historical heritage and contemporary architecture fusion at the example of the city center of Graz

Biljana Arandjelovic
2008 Facta universitatis - series Architecture and Civil Engineering  
The research subject of the paper is the center of Graz as a fusion of historical heritage and modern architecture, with its seven landmarks of modern architecture selected here in order to make a short review of this unusual mix. Although the historical center is well known as UNESCO protected district, that may not be damaged or destroyed, the avant-garde shops and bars found their place in the ancient center, complementing it. A contrast of new and the old is also present in the likeness of
more » ... fusion of historical heritage and contemporary architecture. This unusual combination made Graz a unique city which could serve as example for the future, how to make contemporary architecture in the middle of historical environment.
doi:10.2298/fuace0801065a fatcat:aqmndh63fregzhhy74lohi5jre