While the ancient Egyptian pyramid discovered this week certainly isn’t, um, new, it most definitely merits a mention. The Egyptian pyramid was found by archaeologists in an area south of Cairo. Despite the structure’s 4,300 year old history, pyramid-style architecture like this continues to influence modern design.
The slideshow below highlights some of the most cutting edge pyramids and triangles we’ve seen in design, and while some seem to be concepts for a world far in the future, others have strikingly similar designs to those of ancient Egyptian pyramids.
Have a look for yourself!
13 Innovations That Prove Egyptian Pyramids Continue to Influence Design
13 Innovations That Prove Egyptian Pyramids Continue To Influence Design:
Bianca — Nov 12, 2008 — Art & Design
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First Skyscraper in Paris
The Delanoe Tower
12
Hotel of Doom
'Worst Building in the History of Mankind' to Resume Construction
11
Threads of Color
Another Viral Sony Bravia Ad
10
Bang and Olufsen BeoLab 4 Speakers
9
Creative Art
Pyramid of 9000 Plastic Spoons by Jill Townsley
8
Mystery Of The Pyramids Solved By French Architect
7
Eco-Friendly Paris Pyramids
Le Projet Triangle
6
Floating Pyramids
New Dimensions In Luxury Living
5
Picnic Table Pyramids
The 'Rest' Air Restaurant in the Netherlands
4
World's Largest Structure
The "Great" Great Pyramid
3
Offshore Megacity
The Great Pyramid of Tokyo
2
Kaleidoscope Lamps
The KaleidoLight
1
Pre-Segmented Meal Portions
The Nutrition Pyramid Lunch Box
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