Outrageous And Expensive Mistakes Done By Architects Around The World

We cannot deny that the world is filled by many wonderful buildings realized by architects. Being among the revered doctors and lawyers, architects are also having prestigious careers, and they must maintain a spotless and error-free portfolio if they want to be at the top of the field. Unfortunately, like in any other field, architects make some mistakes. Here is a list of the biggest architectural mistakes in history around the world.

20. Lotus Riverside

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A great complex made in Shanghai, China, was going to solve the major city housing needs. However, a mistake not only cost the architects a lot of money, but it ended being disastrous! Eleven buildings with 13 stories were finished, but then as the underground garage was excavated, the nearby river seeped into the foundation!

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