notre dame fire

Since a huge fire tore through Paris’ iconic Notre Dame, architects have been designing new ways to rebuild the Cathedral’s famous roof and spire. Submissions for the new design have featured illuminated crystal, golden flames, beams of light, a greenhouse and even a swimming pool. However, it looks unlikely that any of these designs will become a reality after the French senate stated that the roof of the 850-year-old landmark must be built exactly as before.

“It’s in our nature to mourn when we see history lost – but it’s also in our nature to rebuild for tomorrow, as strong as we can,” former President Barack Obama said.