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This former industrial district along Fort Point Channel is filled with historic lofts, many housing art studios and galleries.

Colorful architectural homes line the water at Rietplas in Houten, just outside Utrecht, their reflections stretched into near perfection by time itself.

Captured on a quiet summer day in July 2017, this scene is less about movement and more about patience.

 

With an exposure time of exactly 300 seconds, the surface of the water is transformed into a mirror, softening ripples, dissolving distractions, and allowing color and form to exist without urgency. The sky drifts slowly above, leaving faint traces of motion, while the houses stand calmly below — grounded, yet doubled.

 

Long exposure photography often reveals what the eye cannot see: not more detail, but more silence. Here, time is not frozen — it is gently stretched.

 

Technical details:

– Exposure: 300s (5 minutes)

– Aperture: f/11

– ISO: 100

– Focal length: 27mm

– Filter: Lee “The Super Stopper” (15 stops ND)

 

Fun facts: The Lee Super Stopper reduces light by 15 stops, turning bright daylight into long-exposure territory normally reserved for twilight or night.

A 300-second exposure smooths water so effectively that even light wind and small ripples disappear entirely.

Houten is known internationally for its human‑scaled urban planning, prioritizing pedestrians, cyclists, and visual harmony over cars.

Long exposures don’t just change how a place looks — they change how a place feels.

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Why settle for one perspective? DUALITY redefines interior design, evolving your space from a simple room into a living art installation. By merging the brutalist edge of raw concrete with the mystical elegance of oversized face reliefs, this collection breathes a futuristic soul into your home.

 

Deep obsidian textures absorb the light to create a dramatic, cinematic depth, while the sculptural furniture silhouettes push the boundaries of modern luxury. DUALITY isn't just a decor set; it’s a manifesto for those who find beauty in the perfect tension between opposites.

 

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Studio Accents: Curated book sets, modern side tables, and high-texture rugs.

 

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Musée L in Louvain-la-Neuve

“It's the best feeling when you wake up and it's warm and cozy, and you don't have to go to work.” -Emmy Rossum

 

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Antwerp’s Port House, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, merges historic substance with futuristic form. The glass volume floats above the old fire station like a diamond above the water—a tribute to the city’s maritime legacy. Its faceted triangular façade reflects the evening light in dynamic ways. Captured from a dramatic low-angle perspective, the photo emphasizes the bold geometry and the striking tension between heritage and innovation.

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Das Hafenhaus in Antwerpen, entworfen von Zaha Hadid Architects, verbindet historische Substanz mit futuristischer Form. Der gläserne Aufbau schwebt über dem alten Feuerwehrhaus wie ein Diamant über dem Wasser – eine Hommage an die maritime Vergangenheit der Stadt. Die Fassade besteht aus facettierten Dreiecken, die das Licht der Abendstimmung facettenreich brechen. Fotografiert aus extremer Untersicht betont das Bild die kühne Geometrie und die spannungsreiche Balance von Alt und Neu.

This masterpiece of Renaissance-inspired architecture showcases perfect geometric symmetry, intricate ornamental detailing, and natural light filtering through the elegant stained-glass ceiling.

 

Every curve and every ring of the staircase draws the eye toward the top ceiling, creating one of the most photographed architectural perspectives in the world.

Seems when your family and friends are in a rush for a great day of watching soccer, breakfast is a quick bite in the local diner of Albuquerque, New Mexico.

The curving lines of the new Johnson Street Bridge.

A section of the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA shot at night and slightly desaturated to give it the sepia look.

To pretend rather than to be true is to live int eh shadows rather than stand in the sun to create a shadow .. Quote by Patricia Bechthold .... Toronto Street Scape e s

Capital Hill, Washington DC

Panorama perspective composite of 4 images taken up close of the Manila Cathedral. Duotone tint added for effect.

An intimate look inside the completely empty main concert hall (Koncertsalen) of Musikkens Hus in Aalborg, Denmark. Bathed in moody blue atmospheric lighting, this shot captures the breathtaking contrast between the vibrant red seating and the amorphous, fluidly curved white plaster walls.

 

Designed by Coop Himmelb(l)au, this 1,300-seat hall is celebrated as one of the quietest symphonic spaces in Europe, boasting a complex acoustic environment co-engineered by Arup. It normally echoes with the sounds of the resident Aalborg Symphony Orchestra, but in this still moment, the architecture itself takes center stage.

I looked through the archway and saw the towers of the building standing clearly against the sky. The stonework appeared crisp in the light and the details became more noticeable as I stepped closer. From where I stood, the symmetry of the front made the entrance feel like the natural point of focus. The building is a well known example of English Gothic architecture in Oxford.

The interiors of the Eldridge Street synagogue, 1887, Lower East Side, Manhattan, New York. It was designed in Moorish revival style, Gothic revival, and Romanesque revival by the Herter brothers, Roman Catholic architects who immigrated from Germany and specialized in the design of apartment buildings. The Eldridge Street Synagogue was their first house of worship. The building undertook restoration in 2007. A stunning stained glass window designed by artist Kiki Smith and architect Deborah Gans was added in 2010. This sample demonstrates the use of a new silicone technology that holds the glass together into lustrous, seamless panels.

Vier boogvormige kantoorpanden op bedrijventerrein Rivium aan de Nieuwe Maas, naast de Van Brienenoordbrug.

Rivium wordt de komende jaren getransformeerd tot woonwijk aan de rivier.

Trouwens kan ik nergens info vinden over de architectuur van deze gebouwen. Iemand een idee?

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StairStalk Staircase - HIDE Restaurant, London, UK

View of Downtown Chicago from Chicago river

A moment of urban solitude captured in infrared, where contemporary architecture meets an alternate dimension. The distinctive curved glass facade creates a surreal backdrop, its turquoise reflections contrasting beautifully with the vibrant magenta foliage that only infrared photography can reveal.

There's something about this architectural marvel that feels almost otherworldly – the way the glass bends and reflects the sky, the bold geometric lines, the solitary figure walking through this transformed cityscape. Shooting in infrared turns the familiar into something completely unexpected, revealing a London that exists just beyond our normal perception.

The interplay between human scale and architectural ambition, between natural elements rendered in impossible colors and cutting-edge design, creates a scene that feels both grounded and dreamlike.

In Amarillo. Texas, we learned that the Chamber Of Commerce was established around the early 1900's which became a leadership for economic improvement for the town of Amarillo. It's said to be the economic improvement for culture education, social education, governmental and environmental development as well as other educational purposes for the growth of Amarillo.

This was a shot of Southwark station on the Jubilee Line of the London Underground. I really liked the colour of the walls as well as the shadow that is projected above the central light housing structure. This is also my first published shot from my new Fujifilm X-M5 camera!

Santa Fe is made up of adobe structures. Local bars, pizza places or even stores are made adobe.

Waar op het Zeeburgereiland in Amsterdam Oost tot een jaar of 20 geleden een waterzuiveringsinstallatie stond, is nu alleen nog een boostergebouw te zien. Het stuwt het verontreinigde water naar de waterzuivering in het Westelijk Havengebied. Rondom de booster is een nieuwe woonbuurt gebouwd: de Sportheldenbuurt.

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Takemitsu: Quotation of Dream (1991) - Say sea, take me! - for two pianos and orchestra

 

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Brion Family Cemetery

Brion tomb

Cimitero Brion

Brion sanctuary

Brion-Vega tomb

Tomba Monumentale Brion

 

1969–1978

in San Vito d'Altivole near Treviso, Veneto, Italy

  

Brion Memorial - F.A.I. - Fondo Ambiente Italiano

fondoambiente.it/memoriale-brion-eng/

 

Brion Family Cemetery

www.archinform.net/projekte/639.htm

 

Brion tomb

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brion_tomb

 

Brion-Vega Cemetery

www.greatbuildings.com/buildings/Brion-Vega_Cemetery.html

  

Carlo Scarpa

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carlo_Scarpa

www.archinform.net/arch/4.htm

 

Behrensbau or Peter-Behrens-Bau

Church of San Agustin. Parish founded by Augustinian Missionaries, 1593. Cornerstone of Church laid 1704.

A striking example of modern design, this image showcases a long, covered walkway lined with bold yellow columns and a checkered tile floor. The strong perspective draws the viewer’s eye toward the horizon, where distant figures add scale and movement to the scene. Framed by a vivid blue sky and lush greenery, the composition blends architectural rhythm with natural serenity—an inviting space for both reflection and exploration.

Aurum Facet presents a powerful living space where modern architectural lines meet natural textures.

The balance of stone, metal, and reflective surfaces creates a calm yet striking atmosphere.

 

Sculptural forms and subtle details work together to maintain harmony while adding a refined, sophisticated presence.

The contrast between light and shadow brings depth to the space, offering a unique experience from every angle.

 

Aurum Facet is a timeless interior composition, designed for those who appreciate luxury in its purest, most minimal form.

 

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