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Thirumalai Naik Mahal - Madurai
Thirumalai Nayakkar Mahal - Madurai
The Grandeur of the palace is an architectural beauty .
Thirumalai Nayak Palace is a 17th-century palace erected in 1636 CE by King Tirumala Nayaka, a king of Madurai's Nayaka dynasty who ruled Madurai from 1623 to 1659, in the city of Madurai, India.The building, which can be seen today, was the main palace, in which the king lived. The original palace complex was four times bigger than the present structure. In its heyday, the palace was considered to be one of the wonders of the South.
The Twist at Kistefos Museum is an architectural wonder spanning the Randselva River, functioning as both a bridge and an art gallery. Its innovative design twists 90 degrees, offering stunning views of the natural surroundings. Inside, the space houses contemporary art exhibitions, where curved surfaces and large windows create a seamless blend of art, nature, and architecture. This iconic structure is a must-visit for art lovers and architecture enthusiasts looking for a unique experience.
Walking along a little alleyway in the town of Elora, tucked around a corner was this door in bright red. Converting to b/w to give it a more hidden and weathered feel.
music:
Francesco Grillo - Vivaldi L'Inverno (Arr. for Piano), RV 297, Largo
Fondazione Querini Stampalia
Querini Stampalia Foundation
garden
1961–1963
intervention in Palazzo Querini Stampalia,
sestiere Castello, Venice, Veneto, Italy
Fondazione Querini Stampalia
fondoambiente.it/luoghi/fondazione-querini-stampalia
Carlo Scarpa
Inside the Luxor Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada looking up to the pinnacle of the pyramid structure from inside and slightly off center from the apex.
Rail Runner became an active passenger train in July 2006 and is known to reach speeds of 75 miles an hour. Their travels go all the way to Santa Fe and to Belen, New Mexico with stops along the way. It's a smooth ride and a quiet car is available for those who want a peaceful ride. Though this train makes short stops, they may want to expand Rail Runners journey.
2011
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As weather has been quite cold it's finally nice to see some blue skies. Many of the trees have blossomed while others have yet to bloom. The mall will soon be busy with many tourist who will enjoy eating outside, morning coffee or just hanging out in Albuquerque
Scaffolding with window cleaners navigating up a highrise apartment building in Manila, Philippines.
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music:
Francesco Grillo - Vivaldi L'Inverno (Arr. for Piano), RV 297, Largo
Fondazione Querini Stampalia
Querini Stampalia Foundation
garden
1961–1963
intervention in Palazzo Querini Stampalia,
sestiere Castello, Venice, Veneto, Italy
Fondazione Querini Stampalia
fondoambiente.it/luoghi/fondazione-querini-stampalia
Carlo Scarpa
2016/2018
More artwork at: www.permiandesigns.com/
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NOTE: All works featured here are completely original creations. None are made with the assistance of any form of AI technology in any fashion whatsoever.
Santa Fe, New Mexico has some unique architecture and made my family believe they were in a whole different country. The architecture isn't what you'd see everywhere you go, but it's definately something to marvel at.
2011
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NOTE: All works featured here are completely original creations. None are made with the assistance of any form of AI technology in any fashion whatsoever.
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Paolo Conte - Via Con Me
"Via via
Vieni via di qui
Niente piu' ti lega a questi luoghi
Neanche questi fiori azzurri
Via via
Neanche questo tempo grigio
Pieno di musiche
E di uomini che ti son piaciuti
It's wonderful..."
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Massimo Micheluzzi exhibition
Massimo Micheluzzi al Negozio Olivetti
Negozio Olivetti
Olivetti Exhibition centre in Venice, Italy
Olivetti Shop, St Mark's Square, Venice
Showroom of Olivetti
www.archinform.net/projekte/640.htm
1957–1958
Negozio Olivetti, piazza S. Marco, Venezia, Italia,
Piazza San Marco 101 (Procuratie Vecchie)
Negozio Olivetti - F.A.I. - Fondo Ambiente Italiano
fondoambiente.it/negozio-olivetti-eng
Procuratie Vecchie, piazza S. Marco
Old Procuracies, St Mark's Square
Built:c. 1514–1538
Architect:Pietro Bon and Zuan Celestro (attributed)
Architectural style: Early Renaissance
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Procuratie
Carlo Scarpa
Hoover Dam is a concrete arch-gravity dam in the Black Canyon of the Colorado River, on the border between the U.S. states of Nevada and Arizona. It was constructed between 1931 and 1936 during the Great Depression and was dedicated on September 30, 1935, by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Its construction was the result of a massive effort involving thousands of workers, and cost over one hundred lives. Originally known as Boulder Dam from 1933, it was officially renamed Hoover Dam, for President Herbert Hoover, by a joint resolution of Congress in 1947. Since about 1900, the Black Canyon and nearby Boulder Canyon had been investigated for their potential to support a dam that would control floods, provide irrigation water and produce hydroelectric power. In 1928, Congress authorized the project. The winning bid to build the dam was submitted by a consortium called Six Companies, Inc., which began construction on the dam in early 1931. Such a large concrete structure had never been built before, and some of the techniques were unproven. The torrid summer weather and lack of facilities near the site also presented difficulties. Nevertheless, Six Companies turned the dam over to the federal government on March 1, 1936, more than two years ahead of schedule. Hoover Dam impounds Lake Mead, the largest reservoir in the United States by volume (when it is full). The dam is located near Boulder City, Nevada, a municipality originally constructed for workers on the construction project, about 30 mi (48 km) southeast of Las Vegas, Nevada. The dam's generators provide power for public and private utilities in Nevada, Arizona, and California. Hoover Dam is a major tourist attraction; nearly a million people tour the dam each year. The heavily traveled U.S. Route 93 (US 93) ran along the dam's crest until October 2010, when the Hoover Dam Bypass opened. As the United States developed the Southwest, the Colorado River was seen as a potential source of irrigation water. An initial attempt at diverting the river for irrigation purposes occurred in the late 1890s, when land speculator William Beatty built the Alamo Canal just north of the Mexican border; the canal dipped into Mexico before running to a desolate area Beatty named the Imperial Valley. Though water from the Imperial Canal allowed for the widespread settlement of the valley, the canal proved expensive to maintain. After a catastrophic breach that caused the Colorado River to fill the Salton Sea, the Southern Pacific Railroad spent $3 million in 1906–07 to stabilize the waterway, an amount it hoped in vain would be reimbursed by the Federal Government. Even after the waterway was stabilized, it proved unsatisfactory because of constant disputes with landowners on the Mexican side of the border. As the technology of electric power transmission improved, the Lower Colorado was considered for its hydroelectric-power potential. In 1902, the Edison Electric Company of Los Angeles surveyed the river in the hope of building a 40-foot (12 m) rock dam which could generate 10,000 horsepower (7,500 kW). However, at the time, the limit of transmission of electric power was 80 miles (130 km), and there were few customers (mostly mines) within that limit. Edison allowed land options it held on the river to lapse—including an option for what became the site of Hoover Dam. In the following years, the Bureau of Reclamation (BOR), known as the Reclamation Service at the time, also considered the Lower Colorado as the site for a dam. Service chief Arthur Powell Davis proposed using dynamite to collapse the walls of Boulder Canyon, 20 miles (32 km) north of the eventual dam site, into the river. The river would carry off the smaller pieces of debris, and a dam would be built incorporating the remaining rubble. In 1922, after considering it for several years, the Reclamation Service finally rejected the proposal, citing doubts about the unproven technique and questions as to whether it would in fact save money.
Designed by Victor Lundy and built in 1962, Unitarian Meeting House in Hartford is sited at the base of a sloped park. The circular church has tweleve concrete curved diameter-line fin walls, and steel bridge cables that support the sweeping, cedar plank roof. The tent-like wooden ceiling evokes the rays of the sun.
music:
Francesco Grillo - Vivaldi L'Inverno (Arr. for Piano), RV 297, Largo
Fondazione Querini Stampalia
Querini Stampalia Foundation
garden
1961–1963
intervention in Palazzo Querini Stampalia,
sestiere Castello, Venice, Veneto, Italy
Fondazione Querini Stampalia
fondoambiente.it/luoghi/fondazione-querini-stampalia
Carlo Scarpa
Inside the historic Nizwa Fort, a quiet moment highlights the play of light and shadow on its centuries-old architecture. Built in the mid-17th century by Imam Sultan Bin Saif Al Yarubi, the fort served as a strategic defense point during Oman’s early history. Its massive circular tower, hidden traps, and narrow staircases showcase the ingenuity of its design, meant to protect against invaders. Today, Nizwa Fort stands as one of Oman’s most visited landmarks, offering visitors a glimpse into Omani history and culture. From its walls, you can enjoy stunning views of Nizwa’s traditional souk, the surrounding city, and the nearby mountains. – Nizwa, Oman
Two guides in traditional Omani attire cross paths inside the historic Nizwa Fort, perfectly positioned in the interplay of light and shadows.
Built in 1650 by Imam Sultan Bin Saif Al Yarubi, this fort was a key defense point, with its massive circular tower, secret escape routes, and clever traps to fend off invaders. Today, it’s a window into Oman’s past and a major tourist attraction. From the top, you can see the bustling Nizwa souk and the Al Hajar mountains in the distance.
Nizwa, Oman
2011
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This entire building is home to Rail Runner, Greyhound and Amtrack. The unique transit station is marveled by many who are first time visitors to Albuquerque. This building is photographed by many tourist as memories of their adventures in New Mexico.
music:
Francesco Grillo - Vivaldi L'Inverno (Arr. for Piano), RV 297, Largo
Fondazione Querini Stampalia
Querini Stampalia Foundation
garden
1961–1963
intervention in Palazzo Querini Stampalia,
sestiere Castello, Venice, Veneto, Italy
Fondazione Querini Stampalia
fondoambiente.it/luoghi/fondazione-querini-stampalia
Carlo Scarpa
2011
More artwork at: www.permiandesigns.com/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/permiandesigns/
Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/permiandesigns.bsky.social
NOTE: All works featured here are completely original creations. None are made with the assistance of any form of AI technology in any fashion whatsoever.