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Atlantis, The Palm is a Dubai hotel resort located at the apex of the Palm Jumeirah. It was the first resort to be built on the island and is themed on the myth of Atlantis but includes distinct Arabian elements
The Great Hall is a huge cube (40 x 40 ft) that rises through the centre of the House’s north side. The design of the whole House and the Great Hall in particular reflects Palladio's rules of proportion.. Probably the most striking feature of the Great Hall is the geometrically-patterned black-and-white marble floor, laid in 1635 by Nicholas Stone.
The bust is of Vice Admiral Admiral John Jervis, 1st Earl St Vincent 1735-1823 by Sir Francis Chantrey (1781-1841)
The Queen's House is regarded as one of the most important buildings in the history of English architecture. Designed by Inigo Jones in 1616 it was commissioned by Anne of Denmark, wife of James I (reigned 1603–25) Jones had recently spent three years in Italy studying Roman and Renaissance architecture. It was his first important commission and the first fully Classical building seen in England. Though generally called Palladian in style, its prime model was the Medici villa at Poggio a Caiano, by Giuliano de Sangallo. Work stopped on the House in April 1618 when Anne became ill: she died the following year. It was thatched over at first floor level and building only restarted when James's son Charles I gave Greenwich to his queen, Henrietta Maria (daughter of Henri IV of France), in 1629. It was structurally completed in 1635. Reflecting Renaissance ideas of mathematical, Classical proportion and harmony, the House's design was revolutionary in Britain at a time.
Intricate stonework meets symbolic storytelling in this detailed photograph of a marble mosaic floor from the Library of Congress’s Thomas Jefferson Building in Washington, D.C. At the center of the composition is a circular inlay featuring a gold bison—rendered in precise, stylized form—set within a deep brown stone medallion ringed by white and surrounded by chevron-patterned marble tiles. The craftsmanship, geometry, and rich color palette offer a compelling perspective on how flooring in civic architecture can convey meaning while enhancing the visual experience of a space.
The bison, central to this image, carries layered cultural significance. Long a symbol of the American frontier and resilience, its placement within the Library of Congress suggests a reverence for national heritage and natural history. Positioned proudly in mid-stride, the gold figure gleams against the dark background, emphasizing its deliberate placement in a temple of knowledge and national identity. The bison speaks not only to the American landscape but also to the endurance and strength of the republic.
Surrounding the medallion, the floor’s design features chevrons of reddish-brown, charcoal gray, and rose-colored marbles—each cut with precision and veined with natural patterns. These materials intersect at strong angles, creating a dynamic sense of movement and guiding the viewer’s eye inward. The pale cream marble banding between colors offers definition and contrast, making the symmetry of the design stand out even more. Above the chevrons, a glimpse of an ornate mosaic border composed of golden vines and ivory tendrils hints at the surrounding richness of the room’s full layout.
This kind of architectural flooring is typical of Beaux-Arts civic design, where nothing is incidental. Every detail—from the materials to the motifs—was selected to reinforce the cultural and intellectual aspirations of the building. Marble of varying origins was brought together in this space not only for its visual appeal, but to evoke permanence, opulence, and a timeless connection to classical ideals.
What makes this photograph especially powerful is its ability to isolate and elevate a detail that might be easily overlooked in the grander sweep of the building’s interiors. By focusing closely on the floor, the image invites viewers to slow down and notice how much narrative and symbolism is embedded in even the most humble surface—underfoot and yet worthy of reverence.
The Library of Congress isn’t just a place to house books. It’s a national statement carved in stone, painted in fresco, and inlaid in marble. This floor detail, with its bold geometry and golden bison, reminds us that every inch of the Jefferson Building was designed with intent—meant to inspire awe and reflect the ideals of a nation devoted to art, learning, and history.
Taken in 1975.
My wife (in red) inside the Pantheon in Rome, giving some sense of the building's scale. It was opened in the year 125 as a temple to the seven deities of the seven planets of the Roman state religion, but since the 7th century has been an active Roman Catholic church.
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Sometimes its hard to get such shots at the Golden Temple because there are plenty of people visiting the Golden Temple and getting something like this with so few people in the frame becomes difficult. I liked where the devotee on the left was sitting and when I was about to click, that young lady came into the frame as well.
Of course the clouds forming over the heavenly shrine were looking good that day.
A symphony of elegance unfolds in the grand lobby of the Waldorf Astoria Washington DC, formerly the Trump International Hotel, housed in the Old Post Office Pavilion on Pennsylvania Avenue. This stunning photo captures the opulent interior during cherry blossom season, showcasing a breathtaking pink floral installation beneath soaring steel beams and shimmering crystal chandeliers.
Originally completed in 1899, the Old Post Office Pavilion is one of Washington’s most iconic Romanesque Revival buildings. The lobby’s blend of historic architecture and modern luxury creates a timeless visual experience. The richly veined polished marble floors reflect every chandelier sparkle and soft petal hue, amplifying the space’s elegance and symmetry.
At the center of the photo stands a striking cherry blossom display, perfectly timed to align with Washington DC’s National Cherry Blossom Festival. The tree is flanked by plush velvet lounge seating and harp music, evoking an atmosphere of serene refinement. Guests gather in quiet conversation beneath the atrium’s 200-foot-high ceiling, where steel trusses crisscross like a cathedral of ironwork.
Formerly the city’s post office, the building was transformed into a hotel in the 2010s and reopened under the Waldorf Astoria brand in 2022. The renovation preserved key historic features—including the iconic Clock Tower, which remains one of the highest public viewpoints in the city—while introducing state-of-the-art luxury hospitality.
The image captures the tension and harmony between Victorian grandeur and contemporary splendor. It’s a place where you can sip champagne while listening to a harpist beneath glass chandeliers, all within the walls of a former government building. During the spring, seasonal installations like the pink cherry blossom tree connect this historic space to one of Washington’s most beloved traditions.
Photographers, architecture enthusiasts, and luxury travelers alike will appreciate the play of texture, reflection, and symmetry in this space. The atrium’s structure provides strong visual lines that frame the floral centerpiece like a painting, while the floor’s high-gloss polish allows the scene to shimmer from above and below.
Whether you’re in town for politics, history, or indulgence, the Waldorf Astoria Washington DC offers a uniquely opulent stay in one of the most storied buildings in the capital. This image highlights not just a hotel lobby—but a place where American history, design heritage, and seasonal beauty converge.
As soon as I posed Selene (the Black Queen), I could hear her saying, "Is there really something you want to discuss? I'm not particularly accommodating." I'm not sure who the skull belongs to, but I think it's definitely a warning to whomever has requested this meeting with her at the Hellfire Club.
Dean & Deluca - Broadway - Soho - NYC
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St.Stanislaus RC Church, Buffalo NY, Oct '08
Doors Open Niagara 2008
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A Igreja de Santa Maria Assunta em Positano, um ex-mosteiro beneditino do século X, revela uma profunda transformação neoclássica e tardo-barroca operada no século XVIII. A nave, banhada em luz, exibe paredes e abóbadas em estuque branco, contrastando com os detalhes em folha de ouro nos frisos e capitéis. A abóbada de berço, decorada com molduras geométricas e uma estrela dourada central, guia o olhar através do arco triunfal, ornamentado com um medalhão e um sol radiante, em direção ao altar-mor, parcialmente visível. Do lado direito, o púlpito de madeira, elemento fundamental da liturgia pós-Trento, suspende-se sobre a congregação. O pavimento em mármore bicolor reforça o eixo processional, enquanto os bancos preenchidos com dois fiéis testemunham a continuidade litúrgica do espaço. A igreja, além da sua arquitetura opulenta, é guardiã da "Madonna Nera", um ícone bizantino profundamente ligado à identidade marítima e à devoção da Costa Amalfitana.
The Church of Santa Maria Assunta in Positano, a former 10th-century Benedictine monastery, reveals a profound neoclassical and late Baroque transformation carried out in the 18th century. The nave, bathed in light, features white stucco walls and vaults, contrasting with the gold leaf details on the friezes and capitals. The barrel vault, decorated with geometric frames and a central golden star, guides the gaze through the triumphal arch, adorned with a medallion and a radiant sun, towards the partially visible high altar. On the right side, the wooden pulpit, a fundamental element of post-Tridentine liturgy, hangs over the congregation. The two-tone marble floor reinforces the processional axis, while the pews filled with two worshippers bear witness to the liturgical continuity of the space. In addition to its opulent architecture, the church is the guardian of the “Madonna Nera,” a Byzantine icon deeply linked to the maritime identity and devotion of the Amalfi Coast.
Valencia is a city rich in history, and the Plaza de la Virgen is no exception. This beautiful square has been the site of many important events throughout the city’s history.
Significantly, the Plaza de la Virgen has been an important location in Valencia for over two thousand years. It was originally a Roman forum, where public meetings and commerce took place. Over time, it evolved into a central square for the city’s political, social, and cultural life.
One of the most notable buildings on the plaza is the Cathedral of Valencia, which was built in the 13th century on the site of an earlier mosque. The cathedral’s iconic bell tower, known as the Micalet, was added in the 15th century and has since become a symbol of the city.
The artistic splendour contained in the laying of the polychrome marble pavement must evoke admiration for the artisans because through their exquisite workmanship they have bequeathed to us real grandeur interwoven with the history of Maltese culture and art, here visible in its entirety. Designs in attractive colours intersect the marble tombstones consisting of one piece or, more often, two slabs of marble. These are richly inlaid with the coat-of-arms of the respective knights, each buried in his particular grave, with inscriptions extolling his virtues and traits of character, with spoils of victories, skeletons and skulls symbolising death and eternity, lions and stars to demonstrate valour, and other common artefacts to express the profane history of the Order of St John. Meanwhile these tombstones, fully evocative of the baroque art then prevailing in Malta, would convey a spiritual message rather than details of the human body.
St. Johns Co-Cathedral (Maltese: Kon-Katidral ta’ San Ġwann), located in Valletta, Malta, was built by the Knights of Malta between 1573 and 1578, having been commissioned in 1572 by Grand Master Jean de la Cassière as the conventual church of the Order of the Knights Hospitaller of St John, known as the Knights of Malta. The Church was designed by the Maltese military architect Glormu Cassar (Girolamo Cassar) who designed several of the more prominent buildings in Valletta. The church is considered to be one of the finest examples of high Baroque architecture in Europe and one of the world's great cathedrals.
Visitors to Westminster Cathedral come upon the second Chapel, of St Andrew, where artist Stephen B Whatley's work is showing in his exhibition, Paintings From Prayer, at the Cathedral; showing until August 22.
Amongst the tributes in this Chapel is a painting of St Andrew ( far left, not quite visible), painted on his Feast Day last year.
To see the tribute to St Andrew, please click the link:
www.flickr.com/photos/stephenbwhatley/8381313248/
PAINTINGS FROM PRAYER by Stephen B Whatley
at Westminster Cathedral, Victoria Street, London. SW1P 1QW
8-22 August 2013
Exhibition displayed in the Chapels of St Andrew & St Patrick (Right hand aisle of Cathedral)
Exhibition open: Mon-Fri: 7-7pm, Sat: 8-7pm, Sun:7-7.45pm.
rcdow.org.uk/news/paintings-from-prayer-at-westminster-ca...
The lobby of Hotel Ludovice in Lisbon effortlessly channels the spirit of Portuguese sophistication and grandeur. Housed in a former 18th-century palace, this boutique hotel pays homage to its baroque roots while embracing modern luxury. A regal portrait of João Frederico Ludovice, the architect of nearby Palácio Nacional de Mafra, commands attention above a warm-lit cabinet of curated curios. Golden botanical chandeliers shimmer against textured stone walls, while lush greenery and elegant furnishings invite guests to relax. The ambiance is both intimate and opulent—perfectly reflecting the cultural richness and stylistic flair that define Hotel Ludovice and the city of Lisbon itself.
Atlantis, The Palm is a Dubai hotel resort located at the apex of the Palm Jumeirah. It was the first resort to be built on the island and is themed on the myth of Atlantis but includes distinct Arabian elements
Atlantis, The Palm is a Dubai hotel resort located at the apex of the Palm Jumeirah. It was the first resort to be built on the island and is themed on the myth of Atlantis but includes distinct Arabian elements
Explored: Sep 4, 2007 #166
It started raining again!! YAY!!
Funny cause when I was in San Diego, I absolutely hated when it would rain. When really, I think what I hated was that the rain was cold and drivers were stupid, but not really the rain itself. (though you never woulda caught me playing outside in it) Also, it never really RAINED on you, more like you were being spit on by the sky. Makes for great hair days.
Here the rain is warm, there are these awesome thunderstorm and lightning shows and people don't turn into uber spaz's when water comes out of the sky. Well, maybe they do, but there are not as much of an abundace of them as their are in SoCal. And here when water comes out of the sky, you can feel it AND you can see it.
Plus, I'm actually getting better at navigating the side & backroads, even without my GPS. YAY!
So since it was raining tonight, I thought that while wearing flip flops woulda been a better choice, the last time I did it a wet leaf got stuck to my foot, and um... that felt grosser than a wet sock. So I put some shoes on.
With the rain, the temperature is also going down. YAY!! So here comes my first fall and my second winter. Brace yourself. It's gonna be a fun ride.
Ananya Mai
Texture of the floor and wall behind the cake:
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Everything else is SL with PS post processing
The Landmark @ One Market, an iconic gateway to one of San Francisco’s most distinguished business addresses, showcases a seamless blend of modern sophistication and historic charm. Located in the heart of the Financial District, this stunning entryway serves as a portal to a timeless piece of architecture. The building dates back to the early 20th century, when it was a hub of commerce and innovation, contributing to the economic boom that shaped San Francisco into the global city it is today.
The entry’s sleek glass façade creates an airy and welcoming space, highlighted by ambient blue lighting that enhances its contemporary appeal. Above, subtle classical architectural elements from the original building remain visible, serving as a nod to its rich history. The ornamental stonework surrounding the glass, with delicate scroll patterns and intricate carvings, provides a striking contrast to the clean, minimalist design of the lobby.
Once inside, visitors are greeted by a spacious corridor lined with towering indoor plants, which soften the industrial materials with a touch of nature. The symmetry and polished marble floors add to the grandeur of the space. This contrast between modern minimalism and historic detail exemplifies San Francisco's spirit—where innovation meets tradition in the most unexpected ways. Whether you're working at a tech startup or heading to a business lunch, The Landmark @ One Market makes a powerful impression.
Perfectly situated near the waterfront, with easy access to public transit and renowned dining spots, The Landmark @ One Market continues to be a prestigious address, merging the past and present with architectural finesse.
This is the Royal Berkshire at Jerudong Park Polo Club here in Brunei Darussalam. The venue for a friend's wedding reception.
Awesome place but.....poor service. I could go into details but I think it's not good to do that here. Overall, not a good experience for the couple and everyone who got involved in the planning of this occasion.
And yeah, i'm still alive and hoping everyone's having a great weekend ;)
Theme Rules:
“The right shoe can make everything different.” - Jimmy Choo
For this theme, show us that one of your doll’s favorite accessories is her wedge heel shoes. Wedge footwear can be chic or playful. Maybe we'll see her modeling a cute sundress with strappy wedge sandals or a cocktail dress with stylish wedge pumps. Or maybe we see her reaching for her favorite pair of wedge boots by the door before leaving for a walk. You may approach this theme however you like. Just be sure to include a pair of these versatile shoes somewhere in your photo, from on your doll's feet, to beside her bed, to on sale at a department store.
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As soon as I posed Selene (the Black Queen), I could hear her saying, "Is there really something you want to discuss? I'm not particularly accommodating." I'm not sure who the skull belongs to, but I think it's definitely a warning to whomever has requested this meeting with her at the Hellfire Club.
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The Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano), or more formally the Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica of the Nativity of Saint Mary (Basilica cattedrale metropolitana di Santa Maria Nascente), is the cathedral church of Milan, Lombardy, Italy. Dedicated to the Nativity of St. Mary (Santa Maria Nascente), it is the seat of the Archbishop of Milan, as of this writing Archbishop Mario Delpini. The cathedral took nearly six centuries to complete: construction began in 1386 and was declared completed in 1965. It is the largest (by volume) church in the Italian Republic—the larger St. Peter's Basilica is in the State of Vatican City, a sovereign state—and the third largest in the world. Again, the Vatican’s St. Peter's Basilica is the largest in the world. The second largest is Catedral Basílica do Santuário Nacional de Nossa Senhora Aparecida in Aparecida, Brazil, with the Duomo di Milano in third place, and New York City’s Cathedral of St. John the Divine in fourth.
In 1386, Archbishop Antonio da Saluzzo began construction of the cathedral. The last details of the cathedral were finished only in the 20th century: the last portal was inaugurated on 6 January 1965. This date is considered the very end of a process which had progressed for generations, although even now, some uncarved blocks remain to be completed as statues. The Allied bombing of Milan in World War II further delayed construction. Like many other cathedrals in cities bombed by the Allied forces, the Duomo suffered some damage, although to a lesser degree compared to other major buildings in the vicinity such as the La Scala Theatre. It was quickly repaired and became a place of solace and gathering for displaced local residents.
Additional information on the Duomo di Milano may be obtained at Wikipedia.
Freelance journalist & Catholic writer Amanda C Dickie made one of many visits to see Stephen B Whatley's current exhibition Paintings From Prayer at Westminster Cathedral, London; on its penultimate day (it ends later today, August 22).
She is photographed next to one of her favourite paintings, The Assumption of Mary; and today August 22, is the Feast Day of The Queenship of Mary.
Miss Dickie discovered the artist's Catholic tributes on a previous showing at St James's Church, Spanish Place, London, when she was sent to review his work for the Westminster Record paper. Writing eloquently and perceptively about Whatley's work she has become a fervent admirer - leading her, as a Friend of Westminster Cathedral to secure this exhibition within the Chapels of St Andrew (pictured here) and St Patrick.
Archbishop Vincent Nichols, an admirer of the artist's work and the Cathedral Administrator Canon Christopher Tuckwell warmly welcomed the vibrant show of 30 works; which have been mesmerising the many Cathedral visitors.
The colourful and effervescent Miss Dickie is also an actor who has worked in productions with such lunminaries as Sian Phillips and has acted as publicist for CaAPA ( Catholic Association of The Performing Arts).
PAINTINGS FROM PRAYER by Stephen B Whatley
at Westminster Cathedral, Victoria Street, London. SW1P 1QW
8-22 August 2013
Exhibition displayed in the Chapels of St Andrew & St Patrick (Right hand aisle of Cathedral)
Exhibition open: Mon-Fri: 7-7pm, Sat: 8-7pm, Sun:7-7.45pm.
rcdow.org.uk/news/paintings-from-prayer-at-westminster-ca...
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Oslo City Hall designed by Arnstein Arneberg and Magnus Poulsson, showing the Grand Hall with paintings by Alf Rolfsen and Henrik Sörensen. More than 1,850 square metres of mural celebrate aspects of Norwegian society. The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded here. Oslo, Norway.
(CC BY-SA - credit: Images George Rex.)
Reflection of a temple tower,on a wet marble floor,shot from www.mustseeindia.com/Mangalore-Kudroli-Gokarnath-Temple/a...