Most of the architecture in Vienna is ornate, with Gothic, Baroque 
and Greek influences, many buildings dating back to the 1600's.
One of the most unique residential developments, which breaks from tradition, in Vienna, is "Gasometer City" . Originally built during the late 19th century as four round, brick, gas storage tanks, which stored all of the gas for the city, the tanks sat abandoned for many years after natural gas was piped into the city. Rather than being destroyed, some innovative architects designed a self-contained, multi-use complex using the four gas tanks as the exterior walls for the new development. I was fascinated, as I toured "tank after tank"...what a great idea!
The interiors were removed and rebuilt to include 254 flats, 76 student residences, office space, retail and entertainment. The four tanks were connected by walkways and the interior spaces are large, open atriums. See the rest of the story at The Real Estate Sizzle
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