Today, we have skyscrapers with more than 150 floors, modern building designs that seem to defy the laws of physics, as well as a fast-paced, ever-growing and ever-changing urban landscape.

So, what styles define the architecture and urban engineering of the 21st century? More importantly, who are the leading architects shaping the fabric of our cities?

This video looks at the impact and legacy of legendary architects: Santiago Calatrava, Zaha Hadid, Frank Gehry, Bjarke Ingels and Sir Norman Foster.

View the original video here.

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