9+ Great Architecture YouTube Channels

If architecture is your bag, here are 9+ great YouTube channels you might want to consider checking out. But remember these are just suggestions, there are many other great ones on YouTube just waiting for you to find them.

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Which is the best architecture channel on YouTube?

There are many great architecture-related channels on YouTube. For this reason, it is very difficult to single one out in particular.

But, that being said, sites like blog.feedspot.com, suggest that the following are some of the very best around: -

• Dezeen.

• Architectural Digest.

• Sam-E Studio.

• 30X40 Design Workshop.

• Show It Better.

• How To Architect.

• Photoshop Architect.

• ARQUI9 Visualisation.

What are the best history-related YouTube channels?

For those who prefer a bit of history, there are some great YouTube channels out there. These include, but are not limited to: -

• Lindybeige (Military history - Author's personal suggestion)

• Epic History TV (Author's personal suggestion)

• History channel

• Simple History

• History Buffs (Author's personal suggestion)

• Mystery History

• IT'S HISTORY

• Feature History

• Timeline 

• Ten Minute History

• Historia Civilis (Author's personal suggestion)

What are the best educational YouTube channels?

If you want to cast a wider net with your YouTube viewing, you might want to consider some of these great educational channels as well: -

• CrashCourse.

• AsapSCIENCE

• CGP Grey.

• Jason Silva: Shots of Awe.

• It's Okay To Be Smart.

• SciShow.

Can YouTube make you smarter?

YouTube, like many resources on the internet, can be a bit hit and miss. While there is plenty of content about car crashes or cats, it does also have a large collection of informative and mind-expanding material if you take the time to watch it.

Because of this, it could be argued that watching thought-provoking resources on YouTube could "make you smarter". It is also a great resource for listening to people with different points of view to your own - especially politically. 

For this reason, it can help you get perspectives on subjects you might not normally be exposed to from your friends and family.

In fact, PBS Idea Channel’s Mike Rugnetta recently made the very same conclusion. Whether you agree or not is up to you but ultimately YouTube is just another information source like any other. 

It should never be used as your sole point source of information and learning. 

9 great architecture-related YouTube channel

If you live and breathe all things architecture then you definitely need to check out some of these great YouTube channels. The following list is far from exhaustive and is in no particular order.

1. CTBUH is a pretty interesting YouTube channel

The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) are an organization who look for innovative design and construction strategies. They were formed in 1969 and are headquartered in Chicago. 

CTBUH is also the organization who developed the international standard for measuring tall buildings. For this reason, they are the arbiter for bestowing designations such as "The Worlds Tallest Building". 

If you are a fan of urban planning and city development then this YouTube channel is a must-watch! They regularly organize conferences and also interview prominent architects monthly. 

2. donot settle is a refreshing look at architecture

donot settle is another architecture-related YouTube channel for any fan of the built enrivonment. It is run by two graduates from TU Delft who love nothing more than vlogging about architecture.

In their own words: -

"We are 2 architects/ designers/ urban enthusiast that are attempting to change the way we see the city. Both originating from a totally different background (Indonesia and Belgium), this unique multicultural ensemble results in an original fresh set of eyes in which the city and its architecture are seen."

The pair love to travel and explore urban environments around the world, including newly built projects.

3. Chicago Architecture Foundation is all about Chicago's rich history

The Chicago Architecture Foundation is a great YouTube channel for anyone who loves the architecture of Chicago. The channel is packed with short stories about some of the city's most iconic buildings.

"The Chicago Architecture Center (CAC), formerly the Chicago Architecture Foundation, is a nonprofit cultural organization with tours, exhibits, programs, and events for all ages. Our mission is to inspire people to discover why design matters." - The Chicago Architecture Foundation.

Their content includes historical photographs and research materials as well as very informative commentaries. If you are not familiar with Chicago, but love architecture, you will definitely find this channel very interesting indeed. 

4. TheModmin will help you improve your architectural drawings

If you need some help with your sketching skills, you might want to check out TheModmin. This channel has many useful tutorials and guides on how to nail things like perspective, line weight, shadows, people, trees and ink texturing among others.

"Architecture is all about communicating ideas visually, and there is no better way to quickly express an idea than through sketching. We provide short, simple tutorials on how to get the most out of your sketches." - TheModmin. 

5. Architecture is a Good Idea is worth a watch

Architecture is a Good Idea is another great YouTube channel for any architectural connoisseur. Presented by a Polish Architect historian, Radosław Gajda, this vlog focusses on the iconography of various buildings. 

It also explores the way in which contemporary architecture can be used to reinterpret architectural traditions. 

6. Arbuckle Industries is another great architecture-related YouTube channel

Arbuckle Industries are a mixed-media video production company founded by a former architectural designer, Ian Harris, and landscape architect, David Krantz in 2007. 

They primarily specialize in architectural cinematography and design-related film productions. Their first documentary film, Archiculture (2013)  takes a critical look at the architectural studio and received wide acclaim.

"Although we place a heavy emphasis on documentary films, our work includes commercial, architectural, live-event and short film formats." - Arbuckle Industries. 

7. How to Architect is a one-stop-shop for architects

How to Architect is yet another YouTube channel for anyone with even a passing interest in architecture? The channel's videos are all about facts with each covering 7 subjects about certain construction elements, architectural history, and iconic buildings.

The channel also includes tutorials on things like how to write like an architect, draw like an architect, etc. This is basically a one-stop-shop for student and veteran architects alike.

8. ArchDaily is definitely worth watching

ArchDaily is one of the foremost architecture resources on the internet. They also happen to have their own great YouTube channel that is definitely worth checking out.

"Our mission is to improve the quality of life of the next 2.5 billion people that will move into cities by 2050, by providing inspiration, knowledge, and tools to the architects who will have this challenge." - ArchDaily.

Their channel features interviews with prominent architects and coverage of major architectural events from around the world.

9. Architectural Digest is very interesting

Last, but by no means least, is Architectural Digest's very own YouTube channel. They are the international authority on design and architecture.

"The AD provides exclusive access to the world’s most beautiful homes and the fascinating people who live in them, bringing its audience a wealth of information on architecture and interior design, art and antiques, travel destinations, and extraordinary products." - Architectural Digest.