The Temple of Jupiter and Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii, Italy

The Temple of Jupiter and Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii, Italy

Modern urban development spawned the concept of mixing retail, office, and residential uses. The Rotterdam-based architectural firm MVRDV decided to go wild with the idea, and built the Market Hall (Markthal in Dutch) in Rotterdam. The horseshoe-shaped structure contains apartments and offices, while the space under the arch houses a multi-level shopping center. The walls and ceiling of the open arch host a huge mural depicting fruit, flowers, and even insects. At night, the mural is lit up, as seen in this photo, luring locals and visitors alike to the buzzing commerce within.