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One of Berlin's most interesting buildings with its futuristic design is the Bierpinsel (translates to "beer brush"). Its fate was doomed from the start. It stayed empty in the beginning until a few restaurants opened. Since the early 80s it has seen multiple owners, a number of different businesses (discos, restaurants, art cafe, events) until around 2010 it was closed again. It also has seen a number of renovations, especially the facade was coloered a few times. In recent years the idea of using the space as co-working offices was rumored until last week a new private investor bought the building to bring offices into the space, which is planned to be opened in about four years.
Even though it's one of Berlin's better known landmarks, the area around the building and the UBahn station underneath it are far from welcoming. The stair cases are filled with rubbish, drug dealers use the premise to sell their stuff, there are lot of broken windows, the smell is devastating, the underground station is so dimly lit & wasted that the number of people entering the train there are few.
The Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia in Valencia, designed by the renowned architect Santiago Calatrava, is a stunning architectural masterpiece, celebrated for its futuristic design and graceful curves that harmoniously blend with the surrounding landscape....
Johan Moorman is a very versatile Dutch artist from Eindhoven. His work is colourful and abstract. He gains his inspiration from the retro-futuristic design of, for instance, cities and products. This major work was created during Serious Request in 2015. Heerlen’s mining past was a source of inspiration, with its heavy industry and monotonous architecture, from the 1960s and 1970s in particular. This building has many edges and sides with glass and gravel-like cladding. That made the work very difficult. The mural gives the entire Van Grunsvenplein square more colour and certainly on this cheerless side. The artist wishes to offer residents a positive outlook with “Let The Good Times Roll”.
'Just a corridor' - the footbridge to Crossrail Place in Canary Wharf has this futuristic design and very interesting colour lighting.
The Space Needle is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world and is a treasured Seattle icon. Built for the 1962 World’s Fair—the Century 21 Exposition whose theme was “The Age of Space”—the tower’s futuristic design was inspired by the idea that the fair needed a structure to symbolize humanity’s Space Age aspirations. Since its grand opening on April 21, 1962, the landmark continues to symbolize the innovative and forward-thinking spirit of Seattle. Located at Seattle Center, the Space Needle stands at 615 feet (188 Meters) tall and is one of the most photographed structures in the world.
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A customer requested that we design a bullpup semi-auto sniper rifle. So we did just that. We designed the rifle with ergonomics in mind. The ideal cartridge in mind was the .308 Win, for power, availability and speed. One of our designers came back with a futuristic design. We loved it and gave it the ok. Two weeks later a prototype is built and ready for field testing. So we sent another member who loves sniper rifles to do the testing. 100 shots, 3 inch grouping at one mile. With that data the rifle would go into mass production stages. Our customer would get the first order of 20 rifles.
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Material: Titanium Alloy with polycarbonate accents
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The Jabeolle (J-bug) cultural complex is located in Ttukseom park. The building’s futuristic design is based on an inchworm and curves around from the subway station to the riverbank. Inside you can enjoy exhibitions, read books in the library, or view the Han River from the observation deck.
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Tbilisi is the capital and largest city of Georgia, situated in the eastern part of the country on the banks of the Kura River. With a rich history spanning over 1,500 years, Tbilisi has been shaped by numerous cultures and civilizations over the centuries. The old part of Tbilisi, known for its charming architecture and unique atmosphere, is one of the most captivating areas of the city. In contrast, the Peace Bridge is a strikingly modern architectural marvel and one of Tbilisi’s most recognizable landmarks. Completed in 2010, the bridge was designed by Italian architect Michele de Lucchi, with lighting by French designer Philippe Martinaud. It spans the Kura River, connecting the old town with the newer districts, and serves as an important pedestrian route and a symbol of the city. The bridge’s design is particularly remarkable, featuring a glass canopy that curves gracefully over the walkway. Often compared to a giant glass wave or a sea creature, the canopy is made of steel and glass and is illuminated at night by thousands of LED lights. These lights create a breathtaking visual display and are programmed to transmit messages in Morse code, conveying universal symbols of life and peace. The Bridge of Peace is not only a functional structure but also a symbolic monument. It embodies the connection between the old and modern parts of Tbilisi and serves as a metaphor for the city’s progress toward peace and unity. The bridge is a popular spot for both locals and tourists, offering stunning views of the city, including the nearby Narikala Fortress, the Presidential Palace and air balloon.
The Peace Bridge in Tbilisi, Georgia, is located in the heart of the city, spanning the Kura River. Its futuristic design stands in sharp contrast to the surrounding historic architecture, making it a powerful symbol of Tbilisi’s dynamic blend of tradition and modernity. The air balloon in Tbilisi offers a unique way to view the city from above, providing passengers with panoramic views of the capital's historic and modern districts. Located near Rike Park, the balloon ascends to a height of around 150 meters, offering an unforgettable experience and stunning perspectives of iconic landmarks like the Narikala Fortress and the Peace Bridge. It’s a popular attraction for both tourists and locals looking to experience the beauty of Tbilisi from the sky.
Tbilisi is de hoofdstad en grootste stad van Georgië, gelegen in het oosten van het land aan de oevers van de rivier de Koera. De stad heeft een rijke geschiedenis die meer dan 1.500 jaar teruggaat en heeft door de eeuwen heen vele invloeden ondergaan van diverse culturen en beschavingen. Het oude gedeelte van Tbilisi, bekend om zijn charmante architectuur en unieke sfeer, is een van de meest fascinerende delen van de stad. De Vredesbrug is daar in tegen erg modern. Een modern architectonisch wonder en een van de meest herkenbare bezienswaardigheden van de stad. De brug, voltooid in 2010, is ontworpen door de Italiaanse architect Michele de Lucchi, met de verlichting ontworpen door de Franse lichtontwerper Philippe Martinaud. De brug overspant de rivier de Kura en verbindt de oude stad met de nieuwere wijken. Het is een voetgangersbrug en dient als een belangrijk symbool voor de stad. Het ontwerp van de brug is bijzonder opvallend, met een glazen overkapping die sierlijk over het wandelpad buigt. Deze overkapping, die vaak wordt vergeleken met een gigantische glazen golf of een zeewezen, is gemaakt van staal en glas en wordt 's nachts verlicht door duizenden LED-lichten. Deze verlichting creëert een adembenemend visueel spektakel en is zo geprogrammeerd dat het boodschappen in morsecode uitzendt, waarbij universele symbolen van leven en vrede worden weergegeven. De Vredesbrug is niet alleen een functioneel bouwwerk, maar ook een symbolisch monument. Het staat voor de verbinding tussen het oude en het moderne deel van Tbilisi en is een metafoor voor de vooruitgang van de stad naar vrede en eenheid. De brug is een populaire plek voor zowel de lokale bevolking als toeristen en biedt prachtige uitzichten over de stad, waaronder het nabijgelegen Narikala-fort, het presidentiële paleis en de luchtballon. Deze ballon biedt een unieke manier om de stad vanuit de lucht te bewonderen, waarbij passagiers een panoramisch uitzicht krijgen over de historische en moderne wijken van de hoofdstad. De ballon op tot een hoogte van ongeveer 150 meter, wat een onvergetelijke ervaring en een prachtig perspectief op iconische bezienswaardigheden. Het is een populaire attractie voor zowel toeristen als locals die de schoonheid van Tbilisi vanuit de lucht willen ervaren.
The Tokyo International Forum is a multi-purpose exhibition center in Tokyo, Japan. The concord has mainly glass panel as walls that allows so much natural light to come in creating great lighting to accompany the complexity of the architecture. It's one of a must visit for interior design enthusiasts.
The new railway station in Mons has been in the news lately. With all the public criticism, I wanted to see it for myself—and maybe capture a few interesting shots. I spent a few hours there on a quiet Sunday morning exploring and documenting this controversial masterpiece.
Designed by world-renowned architect Santiago Calatrava, the project was supposed to cost €37 million and be completed by 2015. It finally opened in December 2024—nearly ten years late—at a final cost of around €480 million.
That kind of spending has raised eyebrows, especially at a time when Belgium is struggling to fund social security and pensions and meet rising defense targets. NATO's 2% of GDP guideline is already a stretch—some even call for 3 or 5%.
The tension between visionary design and financial reality is hard to miss. Whether admired or questioned, Mons station is definitely one of the boldest (and most debated) public works in the country—and a fascinating subject to photograph.
The new railway station in Mons has been in the news lately. With all the public criticism, I wanted to see it for myself—and maybe capture a few interesting shots. I spent a few hours there on a quiet Sunday morning exploring and documenting this controversial masterpiece.
Designed by world-renowned architect Santiago Calatrava, the project was supposed to cost €37 million and be completed by 2015. It finally opened in December 2024—nearly ten years late—at a final cost of around €480 million.
That kind of spending has raised eyebrows, especially at a time when Belgium is struggling to fund social security and pensions and meet rising defense targets. NATO's 2% of GDP guideline is already a stretch—some even call for 3 or 5%.
The tension between visionary design and financial reality is hard to miss. Whether admired or questioned, Mons station is definitely one of the boldest (and most debated) public works in the country—and a fascinating subject to photograph.
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For those wondering what is actually inside the famous Atomium in Brussels I can reveal the answer is not a whole lot........ There's a permanent exhibit on the design and construction of the iconic structure and a temporary exhibition space which when I visited had an interesting exhibition about the Surrealist Belgian artist René Magritte.
I'd suggest though that the main reason to visit is for the retro-futuristic design and for the views from the top.
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From Wikipedia : "The Atomium is a landmark building in Brussels (Belgium), originally constructed for the 1958 Brussels World’s Fair (Expo 58). It is located on the Heysel Plateau, where the exhibition took place. It is now a museum.
Designed by the engineer André Waterkeyn and architects André and Jean Polak, it stands 102 m (335 ft) tall. Its nine 18 m (60 ft) diameter stainless steel clad spheres are connected, so that the whole forms the shape of a unit cell of an α-iron (ferrite) crystal magnified 165 billion times. Tubes of 3 m (10 ft) diameter connect the spheres along the 12 edges of the cube and all eight vertices to the centre. They enclose stairs, escalators and a lift (in the central, vertical tube) to allow access to the five habitable spheres, which contain exhibit halls and other public spaces. The top sphere includes a restaurant which has a panoramic view of Brussels."
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The Space Needle is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world and is a treasured Seattle icon. Built for the 1962 World’s Fair—the Century 21 Exposition whose theme was “The Age of Space”—the tower’s futuristic design was inspired by the idea that the fair needed a structure to symbolize humanity’s Space Age aspirations. Since its grand opening on April 21, 1962, the landmark continues to symbolize the innovative and forward-thinking spirit of Seattle. Located at Seattle Center, the Space Needle stands at 605’ tall and is one of the most photographed structures in the world
The unmistakable face of the St. Louis Car Company built R40 slant brings up the rear of a Manhattan bound BMT N train as it negotiates the steel elevated structure at Queensboro Plaza.
Originally built in the late 60's, the cars were designed in part by the famed industrial designer Raymond Loewy. The more attractive and futuristic design was intended to beautify the subway and was part of an effort to convince people to abandon their cars for mass-transit. The design ultimately proved a safety hazard and the final 100 cars of the R40 order were re-designed with traditional straight-ends. The already delivered slant end cars had large grab rails and pantograph gates installed for safety, which effectively destroyed Loewy's design.
La Tosca’s design, heavily influenced by modern aircraft, featured a Plexiglas roof canopy and retractable headlights. Its canted fins gave it a wide appearance and emphasized its triangular shapes. The reversing lights were designed to replicate fighter jet tubes, adding to the car’s sleek, aerodynamic aesthetic. The body was made of fiberglass, which was mounted on a special radio-controlled chassis. This made the car lightweight and easy to maneuver by remote control, which was quite innovative for the 1950s. The car could be moved in all directions without a driver inside.
The La Tosca was part of Ford's vision for the "world of tomorrow," showcasing what the future of automobiles might look like.
[Sources: AllCarIndex.com, ClassicCars.Index.com, Story-Cars.com, TopSpeed.com]
Still with the same owner who imported it 10 years ago. What a great, retro-futuristic design this is.
The exhibition 'CUTE' at Kunsthal Rotterdam explores the global rise and evolution of the concept of "cuteness," from Japanese kawaii culture to modern internet memes and futuristic design. Created in collaboration with Somerset House in London, the exhibition demonstrates how cuteness can be a powerful tool for comfort, manipulation, or provocation. Visitors can experience interactive installations, such as a Hello Kitty disco and a game arcade with digital monsters, and immerse themselves in the multi-layered world of CUTE.
Kunsthal Rotterdam: CUTE exhibition from July 5 to November 23, 2025.
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‘Where is the front?’ people asked themselves in 1950 when the new Studebaker Champion was introduced.
The rather futuristic design was by Raymond Loewy, and compared to its predecessor the new car had a bold, redesigned front end which became known as the ‘bullet nose’. Note the panoramic rear window, which is sub-divided; back then it was not possible to manufacture a window like this in one piece.
Parisian-born Raymond Loewy (1893-1986) was one of the greatest industrial designers of the 20th century. In 1919 he emigrated to New York and was amazed by the large gap between the high quality of American products and their poor design. In 1929 he set up his own design studio, and was responsible for the restyling of the Coca-Cola bottle and for the Lucky Strike logo (cigarettes), as well as the design of the Frigidaire refrigerator, the Dutch Sprinter train and Concorde’s initial interior. In the 1950s and 1960s Loewy was chief stylist at Studebaker, where he designed the Champion, the Hawk and the Avanti.
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March 2013
The New Worlds Of Thrylium Award
Work made for the New Group : "Worlds Of Thrylium" :
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Photographic works, Art Photography, Artworks in the domains of Science Fiction, Futurism, Retro-Futurism, Futuristic Design concepts, Astrophotography , etc .
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Fire truck trying to get through past the ambulance and the Tesla Cybertruck!!
Three iconic and very different vehicles!
It made it through - slowly!!
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Ford Ambulance -
This is a Ford E-350 with a Chevrolet Silverado Chassis, Mount Sinai Hospital Ambulance.
Mount Sinai ambulance unit 1758 is a specific vehicle operated by the Mount Sinai Health System Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in New York City.
Fire Engine/truck/pump -
FDNY Engine 54, which also operates as Ladder 4 and is part of Battalion 9, is a Midtown Manhattan fire company that uses a Seagrave pumper truck.
The firehouse for FDNY Engine 54 is located at 782 8th Avenue, on the corner of 8th Avenue and West 48th Street in Manhattan's Theater District, near Times Square. The firehouse is also home to Ladder 4 and Battalion 9, and is known as "The Pride of Midtown"
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The Tesla Cybertruck is the most prominent electric car in the US with a "strange" shape, characterized by its sharp, angular, and futuristic design made from unpainted stainless steel.
The Tesla Cybertruck is an all-electric, full-size pickup truck known for its unique, angular design, made from a stainless steel exoskeleton. It features a futuristic, armored-vehicle-like appearance, a large air suspension system, and a high-performance drivetrain.
Major urban development landmark in Seoul, South Korea designed by Zaha Hadid and Samoo, with a distinctively neo-futuristic design characterized by the "powerful, curving forms of elongated structures"(Wikipedia)
My aim was to reduce this architectural detail to its purest form - a study in lines and curves. The black and white treatment emphasizes the geometric patterns, creating a rhythmic composition of light and shadow.
The Rheinturm, or Rhine Tower, is Düsseldorf's most iconic landmark and a prominent feature of its skyline. Standing at 240.5 meters (789 feet) tall, it is the tallest building in Düsseldorf and the tenth tallest television tower in Germany. Completed in 1981, the tower serves primarily as a telecommunications tower, broadcasting radio and television signals. Its slender, futuristic design, crafted by architect Harald Deilmann, features a cylindrical shaft that broadens to accommodate the observation deck and revolving restaurant, topped by its distinctive antenna.
Beyond its functional role, the Rheinturm is a major tourist attraction, offering breathtaking panoramic views of Düsseldorf and the surrounding Rhine landscape. Visitors can access an observation deck at 172.5 meters, which provides a stunning 360-degree vista of the city's landmarks, including the Old Town, Media Harbour, and the Königsallee. Above the observation deck, at 174.5 meters, is a revolving restaurant called "Günnewig Rheinturm Restaurant Top 180." This restaurant slowly rotates, completing a full revolution every hour, allowing diners to enjoy changing perspectives of the city while savoring their meal. A unique feature of the tower is its "Light Time Sculpture," a light installation by Horst H. Baumann that displays the time in deciseconds, seconds, minutes, and hours using a series of lights on its shaft, making it the largest digital clock in the world.
A dramatic black and white image of the iconic Selfridges building in Birmingham, UK. This architectural marvel, known for its futuristic design and undulating form, is captured here with added motion blur in the sky to enhance the sense of movement and flow. The photograph was edited in Lightroom and finished in Photoshop to create this surreal and dynamic interpretation of a modern landmark.
The Selfridges Building in Birmingham was designed by the architecture firm Future Systems, led by Jan Kaplický, a visionary Czech architect known for his bold, futuristic designs. Construction began in 1999 and the building officially opened in 2003 as part of the Bullring redevelopment project. Its unique façade, made up of 15,000 anodised aluminium discs over a blue curved surface, was inspired by a Paco Rabanne sequined dress, and has since become one of the most recognisable landmarks in the UK.
28th of September - Berlin (Germany): Potsdamer platz as a symbol of the modern Berlin and its futuristic design
Black and white view of a futuristic solar panel structure in Budapest, Hungary, capturing clean energy innovation.
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For those wondering what is actually inside the famous Atomium in Brussels I can reveal the answer is not a whole lot........ There's a permanent exhibit on the design and construction of the iconic structure and a temporary exhibition space which when I visited had a visually interesting exhibition about the Surrealist Belgian artist René Magritte.
I'd suggest the main reason to visit though is for the retro-futuristic design and for the views from the top.
Click here to see more photos from my trip : www.flickr.com/photos/darrellg/albums/72157716583369188
You can see plenty more shots of stairs around the world here : www.flickr.com/photos/darrellg/albums/72157605347696499
From Wikipedia : "The Atomium is a landmark building in Brussels (Belgium), originally constructed for the 1958 Brussels World’s Fair (Expo 58). It is located on the Heysel Plateau, where the exhibition took place. It is now a museum.
Designed by the engineer André Waterkeyn and architects André and Jean Polak, it stands 102 m (335 ft) tall. Its nine 18 m (60 ft) diameter stainless steel clad spheres are connected, so that the whole forms the shape of a unit cell of an α-iron (ferrite) crystal magnified 165 billion times. Tubes of 3 m (10 ft) diameter connect the spheres along the 12 edges of the cube and all eight vertices to the centre. They enclose stairs, escalators and a lift (in the central, vertical tube) to allow access to the five habitable spheres, which contain exhibit halls and other public spaces. The top sphere includes a restaurant which has a panoramic view of Brussels."
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If Jules Verne designed trains... This is the Osaka Airport express, one of the best looking trains I have ever seen. An intentional retro futuristic design.
Waiting for the bus in Agadir
Agadir is a major modern city in the southern part of Morocco. It is of interest primarily because of its location, as it is surrounded by the Anti Atlas, the Sahara Desert on the Atlantic coast with many national parks, and secluded beaches which are all easily accessible.
In 1960 the city was hit by an earthquake which destroyed the city including the ancient kasbah. An estimated 15,000 were killed, 12,000 injured and some 35,000 people left homeless. On seeing the devastation the late King Mohammed V said "If Destiny decided the destruction of Agadir, its rebuilding depends on our Faith and Will." In 1961 the city begun reconstruction two miles south of the epicentre. The city centre was based on a grid system, similar with New York, making it simple to get your bearings and move around. There are wide avenues and boulevards lined with cafes. The architecture is somewhat unusual with lots of low rise concrete buildings in the 1960's futuristic design with classic Moroccan styles. Back in the late 1960's and 1970's it was an ultra modern tourist resort, today some may argue that it looks slightly dated, others would say that this makes it absolutely unique and it really stands out from Casablanca, Rabat, Fez or Marrakech. The city continues to grow at a rapid pace with new developments throughout the edges of the centre.
The population is 678,000 including the nearby towns of Inezgane and Ait Melloul Most locals speak Berber as their first language with Arabic as the second language followed by French, though English is widely spoken in the city.
Agadir is a very tolerant city. The local Berber community are proud of their heritage and culture and are very welcoming to visitors. In a Muslim country where a bar or a casino can be footsteps away from a mosque, a country where homosexuality remains a crime, yet there is an obvious gay community, made up of many older Europeans. Everyone just seems to live and let live in this incredible resort.
Whilst tourism plays a vital role in the city's economy it remains a major port with a thriving fishing industry, exporting produce and natural resources. If you head north of the city towards the beaches around Tamraght you will pass a small town called Anza where there is a fish processing factory, the smell on hot days can be quite unreal! Having said that the seafood is excellent.
Today the city centre itself is primarily a tourist resort popular with Europeans. It has excellent clean beaches, first class golf courses, health and beauty spas and all the other facilities that European travellers demand.
Climate
The weather in Agadir is subtropical, yet very dry, since rainfall is scarce and fog is the most common type of moisture. The temperature in summer is 80°F/27°C, with nights cooling off to around 65°F/18°C. Spring and fall experience nights from 57°F/13°C-60°F/15°C, and days around 75°F/24°C. Winter temperatures see nights around 47°F/8°C, with occasional frost, and days around 70°F/21°C. Water temperatures stay relatively mild all year long, with winter water temperatures around 60°F/15°C, spring water temperatures around 65°F/18°C, summer water temperatures around 70°F/21°C, and fall water temperatures of 67°F/19°C. Due to the sea breeze summer temperatures are more comfortable than Marrakech
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ENG: In my smartphone memory is now a bit longer a small picture series with 7 photos of the newest subway station of Berlin. The speech is here from the subway station Museum Island (Museumsinsel).
The "Museuminsel" subway station is one of three of the newest subway stations in Berlin's Mitte district of the same name. It is part of the extension of the U5 underground line from Hönow deep in the east of the city beyond Alexanderplatz to Brandenburg Gate and on to the terminus at Hauptbahnhof. Construction had its groundbreaking ceremony in 2010 and it was ceremonially opened in mid-2021. The mega highlight here is the integrated starry sky. The other two new stations are also already in operation and bear the names "Rotes Rathaus" and "Unter den Linden".
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GER: In meinem Smartphone Speicher liegt jetzt schon etwas länger eine kleine Bilder Serie mit 7 Fotos vom neusten U-Bahnhof Berlins. Die Rede ist hier vom U-Bahnhof Museumsinsel.
Der U-Bahnhof „Museumsinsel“ ist einer von drei der neusten U-Bahnhöfe im Berliner Ortsteil Mitte des gleichnamigen Bezirks. Er ist Teil der Verlängerung der U-Bahn-Linie U5 von Hönow tief im Osten der Stadt über den Alexanderplatz hinaus zum Brandenburger Tor bis zur Endstation Hauptbahnhof. Der Bau hatte seinen ersten Spatenstich 2010 und er wurde Mitte 2021 feierlich eröffnet. Das mega Highlight ist hier der integrierte Sternenhimmel. Die anderen zwei neuen Bahnhöfe sind ebenfalls schon in Betrieb und tragen die Namen „Rotes Rathaus“ sowie „Unter den Linden“.
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Tbilisi is the capital and largest city of Georgia, situated in the eastern part of the country on the banks of the Kura River. With a rich history spanning over 1,500 years, Tbilisi has been shaped by numerous cultures and civilizations over the centuries. The old part of Tbilisi, known for its charming architecture and unique atmosphere, is one of the most captivating areas of the city. In contrast, the Peace Bridge is a strikingly modern architectural marvel and one of Tbilisi’s most recognizable landmarks. Completed in 2010, the bridge was designed by Italian architect Michele de Lucchi, with lighting by French designer Philippe Martinaud. It spans the Kura River, connecting the old town with the newer districts, and serves as an important pedestrian route and a symbol of the city. The bridge’s design is particularly remarkable, featuring a glass canopy that curves gracefully over the walkway. Often compared to a giant glass wave or a sea creature, the canopy is made of steel and glass and is illuminated at night by thousands of LED lights. These lights create a breathtaking visual display and are programmed to transmit messages in Morse code, conveying universal symbols of life and peace. The Bridge of Peace is not only a functional structure but also a symbolic monument. It embodies the connection between the old and modern parts of Tbilisi and serves as a metaphor for the city’s progress toward peace and unity. The bridge is a popular spot for both locals and tourists, offering stunning views of the city, including the nearby Narikala Fortress and the Presidential Palace.
The Peace Bridge in Tbilisi, Georgia, is located in the heart of the city, spanning the Kura River. Its futuristic design stands in sharp contrast to the surrounding historic architecture, making it a powerful symbol of Tbilisi’s dynamic blend of tradition and modernity.
Tbilisi is de hoofdstad en grootste stad van Georgië, gelegen in het oosten van het land aan de oevers van de rivier de Koera. De stad heeft een rijke geschiedenis die meer dan 1.500 jaar teruggaat en heeft door de eeuwen heen vele invloeden ondergaan van diverse culturen en beschavingen. Het oude gedeelte van Tbilisi, bekend om zijn charmante architectuur en unieke sfeer, is een van de meest fascinerende delen van de stad. De Vredesbrug is daar in tegen erg modern. Een modern architectonisch wonder en een van de meest herkenbare bezienswaardigheden van de stad. De brug, voltooid in 2010, is ontworpen door de Italiaanse architect Michele de Lucchi, met de verlichting ontworpen door de Franse lichtontwerper Philippe Martinaud. De brug overspant de rivier de Kura en verbindt de oude stad met de nieuwere wijken. Het is een voetgangersbrug en dient als een belangrijk symbool voor de stad. Het ontwerp van de brug is bijzonder opvallend, met een glazen overkapping die sierlijk over het wandelpad buigt. Deze overkapping, die vaak wordt vergeleken met een gigantische glazen golf of een zeewezen, is gemaakt van staal en glas en wordt 's nachts verlicht door duizenden LED-lichten. Deze verlichting creëert een adembenemend visueel spektakel en is zo geprogrammeerd dat het boodschappen in morsecode uitzendt, waarbij universele symbolen van leven en vrede worden weergegeven. De Vredesbrug is niet alleen een functioneel bouwwerk, maar ook een symbolisch monument. Het staat voor de verbinding tussen het oude en het moderne deel van Tbilisi en is een metafoor voor de vooruitgang van de stad naar vrede en eenheid. De brug is een populaire plek voor zowel de lokale bevolking als toeristen en biedt prachtige uitzichten over de stad, waaronder het nabijgelegen Narikala-fort en het presidentiële paleis. Het futuristische ontwerp van de brug contrasteert sterk met de historische architectuur eromheen, waardoor het een symbool is van Tbilisi's dynamische mix van traditie en moderniteit.
May Co Wilshire Blvd opened in 1939 as the second store outside of downtown Los Angeles where main branch was located. Now used as the Academy of Motion Pictures Museum has taken over this location and preserved the exterior design.
Another good win for the Cobblers last night, beating Stevenage 3-0, so another 'squared circle' to celebrate. Here we see the short lived club badge which was used for just a few years. This featured on the 1989/90 shirts. This futuristic design was dropped 2 seasons later, I can only think of three seasons where the badge was set in a circle, but I stand to be corrected.
“The Pontiac Club de Mer was an experimental car that was built by Pontiac for the General Motors Motorama in 1956 to celebrate General Motors' commitment to futuristic design. The brainchild of GM engineer-designer, Harley Earl (Paul Gillian was also involved being the Pontiac Studio head at the time), the ‘de Mer,’ or French for ‘of the sea,’ was a two-door sport Roadster that incorporated innovative breakthrough styling like a sleek, low-profile body encasing a large powerplant, a design trend used widely in LSR (land speed record) trials at Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah during the 1950s. One Club de Mer prototype was constructed and unveiled, along with another ¼-scale model, in Miami, Florida. As per GM's ‘kill order,’ it was reportedly scrapped in 1958.” – Wikipedia
The theatre is part of the Bouregreg Valley Development Project initiated by King Mohammed VI in January 2006 as an ambitious national cultural development programme for artistic and cultural reinvention. Close to the Mausoleum of Mohammed V and the Hassan Tower, it aims to transform the urban landscape on both sides of the Bouregreg River. With 47,000 square metres, it will be the largest theatre in the Arab world and in Africa.
Designed by the famous Iraqi architect Zaha Hadid, one of the main figures of contemporary urbanism, and continued after her death by the great Moroccan architect Omar Alaoui, this futuristic design building is equipped with quality infrastructures that will accommodate a large number of people, cultural and artistic events. It is designed to encourage all forms of creative expression, both those that are in harmony with the secular heritage of the city of Rabat and those that are in line with modern taste, in its many and varied styles and genres.
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For those wondering what is actually inside the famous Atomium in Brussels I can reveal the answer is not a whole lot........ There's a permanent exhibit on the design and construction of the iconic structure and a temporary exhibition space which when I visited had a visually interesting exhibition about the Surrealist Belgian artist René Magritte.
I'd suggest the main reason to visit though is for the retro-futuristic design and for the views from the top.
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From Wikipedia : "The Atomium is a landmark building in Brussels (Belgium), originally constructed for the 1958 Brussels World’s Fair (Expo 58). It is located on the Heysel Plateau, where the exhibition took place. It is now a museum.
Designed by the engineer André Waterkeyn and architects André and Jean Polak, it stands 102 m (335 ft) tall. Its nine 18 m (60 ft) diameter stainless steel clad spheres are connected, so that the whole forms the shape of a unit cell of an α-iron (ferrite) crystal magnified 165 billion times. Tubes of 3 m (10 ft) diameter connect the spheres along the 12 edges of the cube and all eight vertices to the centre. They enclose stairs, escalators and a lift (in the central, vertical tube) to allow access to the five habitable spheres, which contain exhibit halls and other public spaces. The top sphere includes a restaurant which has a panoramic view of Brussels."
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A handheld shot taken at the atrium of Suria KLCC shopping mall. The stunning huge spider web shaped ceiling caught my attention straight away when I walked in. I looked around after shooting the ceiling & noticed that the futuristic designed lift shaft was just in front of me so I just moved my camera to place it in the center to form a symmetry. Hence, an interesting shot was created.
PP: HDR.
Camera used: Sony DSLR Alpha 700.
Lens: SAL 11-18mm
Kathedra - Architectural Landscapes - Chondrös by Daniel Arrhakis (2025)
With the music : DEVIANT by INEKT
Kathedra - Architectural Landscapes
A New creative architectural landscapes abstract series with a futuristic design mood created by Daniel Arrhakis in 2024.
The Futuristic design of the 1961 Ford Galaxie.
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Per wiki: " The 1960 Galaxie was all-new in style, abandoning the ostentatious ornamentation of the 1950s for a futuristic sleek look. A new body style this year was the Starliner, featuring a huge, curving rear observation window on a pillarless, hardtop bodyshell.
For 1961, the bodywork was redone again, although the underpinnings were the same as 1960. This time, the tailfins were almost gone; replacing them were two giant circular taillights at each rear corner. Performance was beginning to be a selling point, and the 1961 Galaxie offered a new 390 CID (6.4 L) version of Ford's FE series pushrod V8, which was available with either a four-barrel carburetor or, for serious performance, three two-barrel carburetors. The latter was rated at 401 hp (298 kW), making even such a heavy car quite fast indeed. The 352 was downgraded in favor of the 390; it was equipped with a 2-barrel carburetor and single exhaust."
The Hurricane was designed by Holden, General Motors’ Australian division. It featured a rear mid-engine, rear-wheel drive layout and stood just 39 inches tall. The car had a sleek, futuristic design with a hydraulically powered canopy that swung forward over the front wheels, allowing access to the interior. It was powered by a high compression 253 cubic inch (4.2 liter) Holden V8 engine producing 259 horsepower.
The Hurricane was packed with cutting-edge technology, including the automatic control of cabin temperature, one of the earliest uses of digital instrument displays, a rear-view camera connected to a CCTV screen in the center console, and an early navigation system using magnets embedded in the road to guide the driver, a precursor to GPS.
After being stored for many years, the Hurricane was fully restored by Holden in 2011 and displayed at the “Motorclassica” car show in Melbourne in October 2011. It was also featured at the National Motor Museum in Birdwood, South Australia in 2013, where it garnered significant media attention.
[Sources: Wikipedia, HotCars.com and AmazingClassicCars.com]
No. It's the underground walkway between the two buildings of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, DC.
During the 1930s, many new Enterprises started to develop and build new and unique designs in an effort to surpass it´s rivals. Bell had recently started building Planes in the US and had a concept for a heavy fighter (also called a "Mobile anti-aircraft Platform") that could intercept enemy bombers at much longer ranges than conventional single engine fighters.
At the time, the Bell YFM-1 Airacuda was a truly futuristic design featuring three separate cockpits facing forward, two of them housing one Allison V-1710-9 liquid-cooled turbosupercharged V-12, 1,090 hp (810 kW) engine each on a pusher configuration and armed with a 37mm M4 cannon and one 7,62mm machine gun.
Although capable of aiming the cannons from the nacelles, the gunners' primary purpose was simply to load them with the 110 rounds of ammunition stored. This incredible firepower was further reinforced with two 12,7mm heavy machine guns firing from the sides and it also featured the ability to carry a small number of bombs on wing bays.
Although revolutionary in many ways, the Airacuda was plagued with many different problems which never allowed it to enter full operational service.
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Looking up from within a stunning architectural space in Washington, D.C., the viewer is captivated by a dynamic interplay of form, light, and shadow. A constellation of circular skylights diffuses soft daylight through a sculptural atrium rimmed by wavy translucent panels that recall both futuristic design and organic flow. A glowing orange disc—suspended like a setting sun—adds a pop of bold color and spatial tension. This image blurs the line between built environment and abstract art, evoking celestial metaphors and space-age dreams. A celebration of symmetry, rhythm, and materiality, this photo invites contemplation from architects, designers, and curious travelers alike.
We used to look up at the sky and wonder at our place in the stars✨️
The enchanting wonders of space and the cosmos inspire me and captivate my imagination. The dance of stars, the vastness of galaxies, and the mysteries of space and time fill me with awe and curiosity. This fascination with the universe often fuels my creativity and reminds me of the limitless potential that exists beyond our world. The cosmos serves as a metaphor for wandering, exploration of new horizons and embracing the beauty of the unknown✨️🌙
A quick photo I made a couple of years ago at High Line Park in New York. There's this building with a futuristic design that inspired me to make this photo. I used the space suit I made for my "I Need More Space" image several years ago. The glowing moon is a lamp from Amazon I've used quite a lot in my images.