Somerville, Massachusetts
Museum of Modern Renaissance
This former Masonic hall has been turned into an art project that uses even more metaphysical iconography.
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Somerville, Massachusetts
This former Masonic hall has been turned into an art project that uses even more metaphysical iconography.
West Baden Springs, Indiana
A turn-of-the-century architectural marvel built on healing mineral springs and salt licks.
Los Angeles, California
A classic American barn that was the home of a classic American television star.
Carlsbad, California
Stripes of flowers bloom each spring in a 50 acre rainbow of color.
Los Angeles, California
Two men, two visionaries of Venice Beach, one little hotel that smells like cookies.
Santa Monica, California
A second generation sun-powered marvel lights up the night.
Los Angeles, California
Hollywood's most famous landmark, the "temporary" sign that has stood for decades longer than intended.
Santa Monica, California
Perhaps the most unique of any Frank Gehry design for one simple reason: Gehry himself actually lives here.
Pasadena, California
Originally the home of chewing gum mogul William Wrigely Jr, it is now the official offices of the Tournament of Roses.
Ellensburg, Washington
An outsider art duo's yard has been turned into a whimsical public gallery.
Santa Monica, California
On a quiet suburban street stands a peculiarly decorated house covered in mosaics.
Pioneertown, California
A fake town founded by Western movie stars is now becoming a hip desert community.
Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
One poet's handmade, anachronistic home.
San Luis Obispo, California
A Mysterious Masonic tomb in San Luis Obispo.
Isla Vista, California
360-degree virtual reality chamber physically immerses scientists into their data.
Santa Barbara, California
The ruins of the castle that chemicals built.
San Luis Obispo, California
A hotel and restaurant serving as the mecca of kitsch.
Santa Barbara, California
Acres of natural wonders left behind by a socialite-turned-gardener.
Santa Barbara, California
The home of one of California's most important horticulturalists wilts amidst a lovely park.
Rome, Italy
Architectural monsters are devouring this palace's every door and window.
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
An immersive art experience built by local arts collaborative, Factory Obscura, in the building formerly known as The Womb, a psychedelic arts center founded by the frontman of the Flaming Lips.
Auburn, California
A dentist's hated concrete colossi are now beloved icons of the community.
Lancaster, California
Each year these high desert hills are absolutely covered with poppy flowers in a surreal show of nature.
New York, New York
A curious fountain that has no water and includes Satan, a crab, and 9 giraffes.