Hi my name is Jeremy. Join me on my daily tours through the vibrant city of Berlin. Lets discover its historic and present highlights and find out your favourite Berlin spot.
Berlin is a city where every building tells a story—from imperial grandeur and modernist brilliance to postwar reconstruction and bold contemporary design. This blog category explores Berlin’s architectural identity through private insights and must-see landmarks that reflect the city's layered history and creative spirit.
Step inside masterpieces like the New National Gallery by Mies van der Rohe, the restored Staatsbibliothek on Unter den Linden, and the Baroque revival of the Humboldt Forum. Discover hidden gems like Neukölln’s Wasserturm and explore how architecture in Berlin connects eras—from Prussian palaces to Bauhaus to postmodern cultural hubs.
Whether you're a design enthusiast or just curious about what makes Berlin’s skyline so unique, these posts offer deeper context and inspiration for architecture-focused private tours and cultural exploration.
The New National Gallery in Berlin, designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and restored by David Chipperfield, is a modernist masterpiece and home to world-class 20th-century art. Its striking Bauhaus-inspired design stands as a bold contrast to Nazi-era architecture, making it a must-visit cultural landmark in Berlin’s Kulturforum.
Read more...Discover Berlin’s beautifully restored Staatsbibliothek on Unter den Linden, a Wilhelmine-era masterpiece reborn after WWII destruction. Explore its striking modern reading hall, historic clock frozen at 22:24, and tranquil courtyard. Learn about its West Berlin counterpart at the Kulturforum, designed by Hans Scharoun, and experience two architectural icons that showcase Berlin’s rich cultural heritage.
Read more...The Humboldt Forum, Berlin’s reconstructed palace, blends baroque elegance with modern design. Opened in late 2021, it expands Museum Island with global cultural exhibitions while honoring the city’s complex history — from its 18th-century origins and postwar demolition to its bold 21st-century revival.
Read more...For the young crowd, Neukoelln is the place to be. But it’s worth a visit apart from hipster venues. One structure strangely hidden though large and tall.
Read more...Hi my name is Jeremy. Join me on my daily tours through the vibrant city of Berlin. Lets discover its historic and present highlights and find out your favourite Berlin spot.
