Architect Breaks Down the Evolution Of Batman’s Wayne Manor | Architectural Digest

[@PrefabTinyModularHomes]

If you think about it Wayne Manor really is a character in its own. Seeing the evolution of the Batman homes is fascinating. The thoughtfulness each director makes to fit the home into the tone of the movie is something I’d have never thought of.

[@b_uppy]

And most lacking adequate symbology or relating to batman lore.

[@shikaka9032]

Will the new Batman be African American? like a mermaid in a disney 2022 movie where the little mermaid who swam in salty water and at a depth where there is very little light and her skin should be white because melanin would not be produced, but Disney made her an African as if she lives in Africa with zebras .... it remains to work out the gay agenda ....

[@chongymeister14]

@@shikaka9032 wtf u smokin

[@ytuseracct]

@@shikaka9032 "her skin should be white because melanin would not be produced" SHE'S ALSO HALF-HUMAN, HALF-FISH, which also doesn't make sense? it's fantasy for a reason.

[@epicn]

@@shikaka9032 do you even care to watch the little mermaid? This clown world is not worth arguing for or against. Stop wasting your time

[@masterofallgoons]

I hope this guy does an analysis of the architecture in different depictions of Gotham City as well. That would be equally fascinating.

[@WitchKing-Of-Angmar]

This is what I'm hoping for, and I'm also hoping when it happens, he doesn't say Art Deco several times when describing the architecture and adornment.

[@masterofallgoons]

@@WitchKing-Of-Angmar - that's gonna be hard to avoid

[@thestartupspecialist]

Yeah! That would be awesome! Gotham is very captivating.

[@CaptainAmercia]

​@@WitchKing-Of-Angmar I was thinking more Gothic Revival lol

[@fantastaboygaming7503]

Also the rooftops! Batman buys some buildings to put in place safe spots he can use the grappling hook which is how in the comics it’s looks like he’s flying and can stay in the air for like 7 pages. I would love to see an analyse as to how physically possible it would to attachs things like to buildings or how strong an already existing railing or statue would hold a fully armoured Batman.

[@michaelfilofficial]

What I learned from this is that there is an interesting correlation between Wayne Manor and how accessible wealth (and the wealthy) was to the middle class. From quaint suburban home to remote castle to an apartment akin to one on New York's Billionaire Row.

[@BoitumeloMalatji]

Yup! The homes have gone from wealthy to millionaire to billionaire 😂.

[@RingoLoadagain]

Good observation! This makes me think of it in a very different way. I wonder if the filmmakers over the years had this in mind or if it just reflected the collective psyche of the times.

[@danielchae1452]

Chances are that all what's going on here is that the different productions had different budgets.

[@phuckingtroll2851]

darn inflation lol

[@henrycavillsrealmustache3553]

Well thats his apartment. In the dark knight he still has a true Wayne Manor. It burnt down im in Batman Begins and is being rebuilt. In The Dark Knight Rises he is back in the Mansion

[@bhargavchaudhari746]

Being a Batman fan, I'm very glad to hear Bill Finger's name ahead of Bob Kane, cause after decades of the fight (of course from Bill's side), finally everyone knows the true legend (Dark knight) behind such an iconic character in the history of both DC & Marvel comics.

[@Caliginousknight13]

Glad I wasn't the only one to catch that lol Intentional or not, Bill's name deserves to be first.

[@christopherkich443]

It felt great to hear that, no doubt

[@LordSkella]

Same here

[@jalabi99]

Long live Bill Finger, and may his name ever be proclaimed as the true creator of Batman.

[@termin8r23]

Agree! Plus he acknowledges Kane as just a co-creator when talking about Kane street in the Batman!

[@elluisito000]

It is interesting to see how Chicago has, in a way or another, influenced the way Gotham is supposed to look. Thanks!

[@burtmacklin4497]

It’s pretty interesting because in Batman begins most of the skyline and filming is Chicago, the dark knight is NYC, and the dark knight rises is Pittsburgh. So when you imagine Gotham city in the Nolan movies it’s almost an amalgamation of the three cities

[@tonywellington7854]

gotham is chicago

[@RyanG0899]

​@@tonywellington7854Gotham City is Gotham City.

[@InhabitantOfOddworld]

And much of The Batman is based on Liverpool - only the wide skyline shots are Chicago

[@le_meme_man8983]

​@@burtmacklin4497 that's incorrect. Begins was Chicago and a set built for the narrows, while TDK was just Chicago (and Hong kong). TDKR was Pittsburgh, New York and Los Angeles

[@5oups3yeVi3w]

There's also the former Manor in The Batman, which was donated to Gotham to be an orphanage where the Riddler grows up and Thomas Wayne launches his mayoral campaign. Great breakdown!

[@miguelinigopabello5605]

My favorite interior design is that of the new Batman movie. I like how it looks like the inside of a gothic church instead of your typical penthouse or mansion.

[@mentalwarfare9040]

A traditional catholic church is an architectural behemoth. Sad they make the new churches like regular buildings

[@susanmurphy958]

You are a wonderful teacher, Michael Wyetzner. You need to make more videos like this. They are absolutely fascinating. Keep up the good work!

[@oliviahayes6427]

listening to this architect is a delight

[@limelindsey78]

Obsessed with this series! I get so excited when a new video is posted. One of the manors being a collegiate building is pretty cool. I'd love to see an episode with universities, prep schools, etc.

[@BoitumeloMalatji]

This would really be interesting.

[@andybergman7009]

Michael Wyetzner is awesome. I hope his analysis is utilized in many episodes on this channel

[@PioneerBuildersInc]

I'd love to see him talk about the lake house in Batman vs. Superman

[@Delvis343]

I look forward to all the videos with this guy. He’s an enjoyable teacher. Can’t wait for more!

[@tdiddy432]

He’s the best teacher easily So likable

[@toddjasper1]

100% agree. Super insightful. It’s so pleasing to hear someone talk about something they’re really passionate and knowledgeable about

[@michlazoo1975]

!!

[@HEATSEEKER00]

He's Jewsplaining ... Do you like being lectured to from a position of privilege ?

[@Courtesyflush52]

​@@HEATSEEKER00 lol what? he's an architect explaining architecture

[@Cheeksisjeshua]

I would love to point out that in “The Batman” where Batman and Gordon go looking for the Riddler and find the tape about the Waynes, is actually the Wayne Manor. Matt Reeves Twitted saying that the tower is where Bruce stayed while the Manor was being turned into an Orphanage, then an abandoned building. Hopefully we can see that actually becoming the Wayne Manor again.

[@ender7278]

I really appreciate covering the comic debut and 40s serials. Most people would just skip those, but you guys were thorough.

[@MistakenMedia]

Love watching these because I learn what the actual name for things are like the gables, quoins, intel, balustrade and the clerestory windows. Really shows your expertise in this field.

[@daninceto0]

Absolutely love these videos. I literally can't get enough of listening to Mr Weytzner break down every detail in each building. Very interesting and captivating.

[@slimphotog]

Me too. Previously I had no interest in architecture.😅

[@ivanjuarez7731]

The Wayne Manor in Batman 89 is actually the Knebworth House located in Knebworth, England. It has been used in other productions including Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone and The King's Speech.

[@curiousworld7912]

The post-war, suburban look to 'Wayne Manor' was interesting. I can almost understand the comic book depiction, as the top-line, Sears 'mansion' kit-home from the early 20th cent. As to the various Gothic interpretations; I sort of expect that, given the name of the city is 'Gotham', and the general tone has been dark, which is often associated with that style. Fun video. :)

[@vincentgoupil180]

Actually, Gotham means simple minded fools or, a town of goats. The 40s Batman writer Bill Finger took it out of a telephone book from Gotham Jewelers.

[@curiousworld7912]

@@vincentgoupil180 I didn't know the origin of the word. That's interesting. :) But, I just meant the two words had similar sounds, so going from 'Gotham' to 'Gothic' seemed a short step.

[@vincentgoupil180]

@@curiousworld7912 Easy to do as its commonly understood 'Batman' orginally started in New York City or, as Bill Finger nicknamed it Gotham City, and later combined with Gothic Literature and Gothic Revival architecture 1830-1860.

[@justinwilliams7290]

New York City's nickname is 'Gotham' and that is likely where it comes from. It was coined by Washington Irving in the early 19th century and meant as satire for the fools who lived and ruled there.

[@vincentgoupil180]

@@justinwilliams7290 And Irving took the name from the town of Gotham, Nottinghamshire, England for City of Fools (NYC) or, later as Robin said place for the criminally insane. Also, Gotham/Gottam/City of sheep, goats.

[@Pakilla64]

In Batman v Superman, after Wayne Manor burned down, Bruce lived in his mother's house that was commissioned by Thomas Wayne. It was modeled after Farnsworth House, also designed by Mies Van der Rohe, and built from scratch.

[@bpetey5970]

The house by the lake right?

[@moniaco3462]

For me, despite the fantastic of Tim Burton and Joel Schumacher's Mansion and Gotham City, it is more realistic than Chris Nolan's for one reason only, the fantastic and imposing of invented cities makes you believe that they are different places than any other city in the world and those of Nolan's trilogy when filming in well-known cities (Chicago) takes you out of the hero's universe by identifying the streets and buildings and makes you realize that such city doesn´t exist, same situation with batman v superman. Conclusion: ironically there is more realism and creativity in the invented cities of Burton and Schumacher than in the newer versions

[@AquaticMammalOnBicycle]

at 13:25

[@RingoLoadagain]

Please keep bringing Michael back, I really get excited when I see that you've posted a new video from him!

[@HeroesOfSmile]

Sadly they forgot Bruce's villa from BvS and Justice League, which is in fact a black replica of Farnsworth House by Mies van der Rohe (same architect, whose building was used in Dark Knight).

[@NJ-jc9iq]

Yup that was the whole reason I clicked the video. Mies van der Rohe is my favorite architect. Love that house!

[@PHELI0N]

Thank you for this wonderful video. Especially mentioning Bill Finger before Bob Kane made my day! 😊

[@allthingstoallmen8912]

Absolutely love Michael's breakdowns. Keep on bringing him back for more please!

[@MMTrigger]

This might sound silly, but it's oddly fitting that the movie where Joker references the line "the pen is mightier than the sword" features the house of the line's creator.

[@thefonzkiss]

Good spot.

[@josiah6794]

The house he starts talking about at around 2:50 from the TV series was also Consul Han's house in the Jackie Chan movie Rush Hour!

[@rk1356]

What a brilliant guy. I would happily listen to him speak on any video related to architecture and architectural history. I bet he gives an amazing pitch to clients.

[@MasterEye6590]

Great Video! I'm only missing the Bruce Waynes house from the Zack Snyder movie. After Wayne Manor burned down Bruce ist living in an total modern House at the shore of a lake. Always loved that modern minimalistic house.

[@marceng6579]

I was waiting for that part too! Haha because it has inspiration on the Farnsworth House of architect Mies Van der Rohe, same house depicted previously when speaking about the penthouse

[@rsgromek]

@@marceng6579 that was exactly what I was going to say! Too bad they didn’t touch on that one.

[@seattlebeard]

Michael Wyetzner is an absolute joy to watch. More, please! :o)

[@nathan_p]

I love this series of videos. I always wanted one about the evolution of Professor X's mansion, but I imagine it would be very similar to this one.

[@jallar4]

Professor X's mansion is actually Casa Loma in Toronto which was also used as Wayne Manor for the TV show Titans!

[@xaayer]

I wish he had covered the Animated Batman's mansion. Mask of the Phantasm was a movie with a theatrical release so it would qualify. Edit: We also had a Wayne manor in Joker.

[@Abrahamhamham]

This is a very good exercise in deconstructing and explaining verbally different architectural styles. And not even architecture. You will pretty much fry your brain trying to do it for several objects in a row. It will definitely test your knowledge and enrich your vocabulary, because even if you don't know much about it, it's enough to be interested in it to have an entire universe open up for you. I don't know. That's how i feel right now. The more i know, the greater the hunger for knowledge becomes.

[@Abhi-wh3ik]

You can see the joy on his face while talking about Nolan's taste- because it resonates with guys with good taste in architecture, he wasn't necessarily trying to make it seem gothic, or Batman centric compared to Matt Reeves- who wanted to make it as comicbook-y as possible in modern context wirhout completely indulging into fantasy unlike Burton's design which was full on comicbook fantasy. Snyder chose what best describes his vision of the character and the universe he was trying to create- ruins.

[@hrani]

I experienced the same grief and outrage as he did when describing what happened to the ruined building. What a travesty. Shame on those developers, destroying such a beautiful piece of history for nothing but profit

[@Paperfiasco]

Intentional or not, I give this man extra points for crediting Bill Finger first before Bob Kane.

[@Robertbartaa]

to bad they didn’t include the glass lake house that was inspired by the farnesworth house in batman v superman. would have been cool to hear his take on it.

[@Kurdt-zk4wt]

Now your asking foe too much

[@masquerader101]

PLEASE take a look at keyhouse from the Locke & Key comic. It is absolutely gorgeous and the artist has a degree in architecture to top it all off. You will be extremely pleased

[@TheElectricMayhem]

It makes sense Snyder used a Classical Greek Architecture since the DC Trinity are suppose to be gods of modern mythology.

[@dulio12385]

I wish he'd review the manor in The Batman TV series. That thing is a wierd mix of a manor estate and a brownstone apartment.

[@robertdraw7726]

Very nice and no commercials which helps tremendously. Thank you.

[@EtruskenRaider]

It’s basically Tribune Tower on Michigan Ave.

[@marcusanark2541]

I'm very impressed and delighted he started with the comic book source material and the lesser known shorts!!!

[@maxmo2105]

But you guys missed the modern minimalist house from the Snyder films

[@iamatn3317]

5:05 Didn’t the Joker off somebody with a pen then goes “the pen is truly mightier than the sword” 😅 ruthless 🤣

[@claudiamann7111]

Your videos are just fabulous. So interesting and educational. I have learned new terminology from each one. Thanks so much and looking forward to the next one.

[@moniaco3462]

For me, despite the fantastic of Tim Burton and Joel Schumacher's Mansion and Gotham City, it is more realistic than Chris Nolan's for one reason only, the fantastic and imposing of invented cities makes you believe that they are different places than any other city in the world and those of Nolan's trilogy when filming in well-known cities (Chicago) takes you out of the hero's universe by identifying the streets and buildings and makes you realize that such city doesn´t exist, same situation with batman v superman. Conclusion: ironically there is more realism and creativity in the invented cities of Burton and Schumacher than in the newer versions as The Batman with Robert Pattison.

[@hittkid6312]

I was hoping he would also cover the Gotham Orphanage in The Batman as that used to be Wayne Manor.

[@BlueSaphire70]

Delightful episode, as usual!

[@Nayops23]

15:05 ^ Love how there inspiration is always based here in Chicago❕👏🏼

[@TKE644]

I was unsure about whether or not clicking on this was a good decision, having stumbled upon it, but the Danny Glover Lethal Weapon reference sold me. Great video.

[@m.showers1242]

Never notice 75% of elements you have presented. I have enjoyed everything presented!

[@wongus1907]

As an Architect Major this brings joy to my eyes

[@TheWolfXCIX]

I went to University of Nottingham so lived just over the road from the Nolan trilogy Wayne Manor (Wollaton Hall)! What a stunning building it is, felt very lucky to be able to walk the grounds during free time

[@RobinHood-us7sg]

👏🏻 brought up in Wollaton and love it there

[@TheWolfXCIX]

@@RobinHood-us7sg hence the username I guess haha. It's a lovely area of Nottingham which itself was a great place to live

[@ThatOtherMikeyGuy]

this is some great work. If there's one thing I love, it's trivial subjects addressed with great intellectual rigour (and, conversely, weighty topics treated flippantly).

[@Reem.Ersheid]

I love your content, I wish you do a regular series or launch your own channel? Thank you for your efforts and hard work

[@dhi_29_04]

I'm just happy to hear Bill Finger and Bob Kane

[@AllStars2525]

These videos of Michael Wyeztner are superb! He's not a snob like Meier or Gehry.

[@cultureminister]

I was saving all comics depictions of wayne manor for the last 6 years, so this video is really exciting for me. If it also covered all comics manors it would just be the best video on youtube

[@marryamakbaar3014]

Welcome Back, Michael 👋🏼 Seeing you puts a smile on my face, I know what's coming ☺ .. few minutes worth a sea of knowledge , wisdom and knock on head truth ! 🙌🏼 ❤ What I think of is: " pure fun and learning" , thank you 😊

[@SmallBlogV8]

Loads of things I didn't know about the buildings and wouldn't have noticed about little set design easter eggs and the like. Great stuff! Also 'Character Building' is the best possible name for this formula.

[@dannyh5937]

I can't believe that I'm about to watch a video on a fictional residence...that's how much I love Batman

[@1practicaljoker]

I would just like to add to the fact that Bruce Wayne’s address as stated in the latest Batman film was 139 Kane Avenue. As Michael stated, it was a nod to Bob Kane, but the address was also a nod to the year it first came out which was May 1, 1939.

[@MrMetallidude]

This video was so satisfying - especially when he talked about the Burton-movies.

[@KCKingdomCreateGreatTrekAgain]

9 months. Hope you’ll do a part two with the animated Wayne Manors soon.

[@richmilburne5619]

This was awesome to watch

[@EJRoy]

the comic book version @1:30 just seems like a left side view of the actual bigger manor on TV

[@meb1982]

I really can't unsee the bat in the 60's Wayne Manor.

[@Michaelengelmann]

Loved the Nolan Wayne Manor the best since a kid, would LOVE to own it. The previous one is grand looking but yea, more like a private school. Less ornate, bland. Still cool.

[@kana4114]

The term “Clinker Brick” was not because the bricks “stuck together” as they came out of the kiln, it was the sound they made when they were cast off, thrown to a pile because they were considered disfigured and not perfect in shape to be used. Greene and Greene mastered their use as an organic look in their architecture.

[@futurehofer1564]

Dormer is my new favorite word

[@kevleetog]

I really loved this, but I thought it was funny to mention that The Batman was filmed in Chicago, and then name two Gothic New York locations as examples instead of Tribune Tower on Michigan Ave in Chicago. Just a fun observation :)

[@iwouldliketoorderanumber1b79]

Agreed

[@chrisgray6988]

Your such a clever story teller!!! Love the images...

[@YungM.D.]

5:08 I’m shocked whoever edited this didn’t throw in Nicholson’s Joker using that line from the very movie he’s talking about

[@EliteEasyE]

Would love to see him go over the Arkham games like Arkham City, Origins and Gotham Knights, etc. as well.

[@DougUnfunny]

they quoted Lyton in the movie. The jokes kills a guy at the courthouse steps and says the Pen is Truly mightier than the sword.

[@angelm3670]

u missed the second home in batman vs superman the modern one on the lake

[@vincentmiller420]

Thanks Michael for the break down! It's very interesting to see it through the eyes of a professional!

[@dustasanglelaki]

Thank you for the in depth knowledge of Wayne manor.

[@sunshinethirteen]

wow ok please please do this with wuthering heights as well 🙏 there are so many portrayals of that and i wonder which one is more accurate to bronte's description of it

[@666theninja]

Lynnewood Hall Mansion would make the Ultimate Wayne Manor.

[@carlosacb3761]

You just forgot to mention the house in the forest that appears in Batman v Superman film; the one where Bruce lives because of the burned manor, it looks like farnsworth house by Mies.

[@webtely]

I really wish he talked about the Arkham Knight one because that one is so beautiful

[@knightlight7753]

He deadass called Bob Kane a co-creator and Bill finger the main creator :)

[@moonwalker091000]

This was such a great video, so cool to see Batman's home from early times to modern. Your explanations on the designs are very educational and extremely interesting. Really enjoyable to listen to. Thanks very much and looking forward to the next one :o)

[@donovandelaney3171]

RIP: Crystal Palace. Bring her back!!!😭

[@cocogravy8684]

The host is clearly a Batman fan and enjoyable to watch.

[@walterpiper8947]

A bit disappointed you did not call out the filmmaker's Tribune Tower reference specifically when discussing The Batman and skipped over Snyder's MCM Mies Farnsworth tribute but still a fantastic video.

[@chriscross2627]

Great vid. But the windows on that Chicago hotel don’t look like clerestory windows; they look like an additional floor based on the illumination (or lack thereof) etc. But anyway, keep ‘em coming AD!

[@erikgarciabat90]

My Wayne Manor favorite is the version of Batman Returns 5:26 👏🏻👍🏻👌🏻💯.

[@ConnAndTheThings]

This feels like a really good way to measure the way we view what it means to be “rich” as time has gone on

[@adk8975]

I might be wrong but the house shown for Batman Returns is the Cobblepot mansion (Penguin’s parents), not Wayne Manor

[@robertwoodcock-valentine9215]

Favorite one was the one from batman returns. It’s height just gives off a spooky vibe…

[@blackcid]

"This is a real castle" Nah, that is just a palace.

[@science212]

Wayne Manor is a beautiful place.

[@TheFreeBard]

It was really nice to hear this guy talk about architecture. It felt like I was in a class lectured by Ted Mosby

[@rayyankamalthalib2797]

Damn i'm so glad i watched this, The Webb Institute is used as multiple Wayne Manor in many films. Thats fascinating

[@PolarisCastillo]

5:10 and the Joker actually says "the pen is truly mightier than the sword" in the movie!

[@w.jasonspangler2952]

Amazing video. I love this series AD!

[@sioopao]

I like that he mentioned Bill Finger first

[@TheBourn1ad]

You should do a list Breaking down skyscrapers in movies.

[@ackbarfan5556]

"Every live-action" Aw man... I was hoping we'd also check out The Animated Series and The Batman (The 2004 WB animated series)'s takes as well.