This page simply reformats the Flickr public Atom feed for purposes of finding inspiration through random exploration. These images are not being copied or stored in any way by this website, nor are any links to them or any metadata about them. All images are © their owners unless otherwise specified.
This site is a busybee project and is supported by the generosity of viewers like you.
People watching a majestic tiger through a glass enclosure at Zoológico de Córdoba, España, showcasing wildlife and visitor interactions.
After lunch we went to the Bibi-Khanym Mosque. In the courtyard outside the partially restored mosque is a glassed in giant book on a stone stand. You can snatch a glimpse of both behind the woman cleaning the inside of the enclosure. I wasn't able to get a decent shot of the whole stand & book in the case.
photo rights reserved by B℮n
The Konstantine Eristavi Street area in Tbilisi, Georgia, is located in a historic and vibrant part of the city, close to some of the city’s most important cultural and religious landmarks, including the impressive Sameba Cathedral. The area offers a mix of local culture, everyday life and an authentic shopping experience in the small shops and markets. Sameba Cathedral, just a few minutes’ walk from Konstantine Eristavi Street, is one of the largest Orthodox cathedrals in the world and an important symbol of Tbilisi. This architectural masterpiece dominates the city skyline, attracting tourists and pilgrims alike. Around Konstantine Eristavi Street and the nearby streets, you’ll find a variety of small shops that capture the essence of everyday life in Tbilisi. Many of these shops are family-run businesses, selling everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to handmade souvenirs and traditional Georgian products. The area has a more local feel than the touristy areas in the old town, making it an interesting place to experience authentic Tbilisi. There are also small markets and street vendors in the area. Here you can find typical Georgian products such as fresh bread, spices, cheeses and wine, as well as clothes and household items. The atmosphere in the markets is busy and lively, with vendors offering their wares and customers haggling over prices. It is an ideal place to get in touch with the locals and learn more about their culture and customs. The area around Konstantine Eristavi Street has a mix of old and new buildings. Some streets are narrow and cobbled, giving a sense of historic charm, while others are more modern and wider. The proximity of the cathedral creates a peaceful, almost spiritual atmosphere, in contrast to the hustle and bustle of the markets and shops.
In Tbilisi, loggias, conservatories and verandas are a common sight, especially in the older parts of the city. These enclosed balconies are often beautifully decorated and offer a unique way to enjoy the view of the city and its surroundings while being protected from the elements. Many of these loggias have a traditional architectural style, with colorful glass panels and sometimes wood carvings, which add to the charm of the buildings. They often serve as an additional living space, where residents can relax, tend to plants or enjoy a meal with a view. These elements make the enclosed balconies in Tbilisi a special and recognizable aspect of the city's architecture. In Georgian, it can also be specifically referred to as "balkoni" (ბალკონი), which simply means "balcony".
De buurt rond Konstantine Eristavi Street in Tbilisi, Georgië, ligt in een historisch en levendig deel van de stad, vlak bij enkele van de belangrijkste culturele en religieuze bezienswaardigheden, waaronder de indrukwekkende Sameba-kathedraal. Het gebied biedt een mix van lokale cultuur, dagelijks leven en een authentieke winkelervaring in de kleine winkels en markten. Veel van deze winkels zijn familiebedrijven die alles verkopen, van vers fruit en groenten tot handgemaakte souvenirs en traditionele Georgische producten. De Sameba-kathedraal, op slechts een paar minuten lopen van Konstantine Eristavi Street, is een van de grootste orthodoxe kathedralen ter wereld en een belangrijk symbool van Tbilisi. Dit architectonische meesterwerk domineert de skyline van de stad en trekt zowel toeristen als pelgrims. De buurt heeft een meer lokale sfeer dan de toeristische gebieden in het oude centrum, wat het een interessante plek maakt om het authentieke Tbilisi te ervaren. Het is een ideale plek om in contact te komen met de lokale bevolking en meer te leren over hun cultuur en gewoonten. Het gebied rond Konstantine Eristavi Street heeft een mix van oude en nieuwe gebouwen. Sommige straten zijn smal en geplaveid, wat een gevoel van historische charme geeft, terwijl andere moderner en breder zijn. In Tbilisi zijn loggia's, serres en veranda's een veelvoorkomend verschijnsel, vooral in de oudere wijken van de stad. Deze gesloten balkons zijn vaak prachtig versierd en bieden een unieke manier om van het uitzicht op de stad en de omgeving te genieten, terwijl je beschermd bent tegen de elementen. Veel van deze loggia's hebben een traditionele architecturale stijl, met kleurrijke glazen panelen en soms houtsnijwerk, wat bijdraagt aan de charme van de gebouwen. Ze dienen vaak als een extra leefruimte, waar bewoners kunnen ontspannen, planten kunnen verzorgen of genieten van een maaltijd met uitzicht. Deze elementen maken de gesloten balkons in Tbilisi tot een bijzonder en herkenbaar aspect van de stedelijke architectuur. In het Georgisch kan het ook specifiek worden aangeduid als balkoni (ბალკონი), wat simpelweg balkon betekent. De nabijheid van de kathedraal zorgt voor een rustige, bijna spirituele sfeer, in contrast met de bedrijvigheid van de markten en winkels.
The full window enclosure on the Puget Lady cabin cruiser reminded me of places we stayed in Scotland that had a glassed in conservatory. It seems like a nice touch for boats cruising in the northwest coast weather.
Puget Lady was designed by Ed Monk, Sr. and built in 1941 by Tregonning Boat Co. in Shilshole, WA. She was sold in 1953 and moved to the Queen City Yacht club in Portage Bay, Seattle, where she moored under cover for over 35 years. They re-named her Puget Lady, re-powered with a surplus WWII Detroit 6-71 diesel motor and installed an Ed Monk, Sr. designed fly-bridge and aft cockpit cover. In recent times Puget Lady has cruised extensively throughout Puget Sound, B.C Coast, Vancouver Island and numerous voyages to S.E. Alaska.
This photo was taken at Port Townsend's 2024 Wooden Boat Festival woodenboat.org/
The “Beatnik Bandit” is a legendary custom car built by Ed “Big Daddy” Roth in 1961. It’s a standout piece in the world of custom cars and hot rods, known for its unique design and innovative features. It was not only a show car, but it was also immortalized as a model car kit by Revell and later as one of the first Hot Wheels.
The car was built on a shortened 1950 Oldsmobile chassis and features a handmade fiberglass body. One of its most distinctive elements is the “bubble top” canopy which gives it a space-age look. It’s powered by an Oldsmobile 303 Cl, OHV V-8 engine, equipped with a GMC supercharger. The interior is custom crafted with pearl white vinyl upholstery, originally done by Eddie Martinez.
The Beatnik Bandit is listed as National Historic Vehicle Register No. 35 and is currently part of the “Cars of the Capital” exhibition on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., where it is displayed in a glass enclosure. The car is owned by the National Automobile Museum in Reno, Nevada. Ed Roth’s creativity and artistic vision made the Beatnik Bandit a timeless piece of automotive history.
[Sources: Hagerty.com and DriversFoundation.org]
[Note: The first Hot Wheels, known as the "Original Sweet 16,'" were introduced by Mattel on May 18, 1968. Top of the list is a Custom Camaro and No. 2 is the Beatnik Bandit.]
The “Beatnik Bandit” is a legendary custom car built by Ed “Big Daddy” Roth in 1961. It’s a standout piece in the world of custom cars and hot rods, known for its unique design and innovative features. It was not only a show car, but it was also immortalized as a model car kit by Revell and later as one of the first Hot Wheels.
The car was built on a shortened 1950 Oldsmobile chassis and features a handmade fiberglass body. One of its most distinctive elements is the “bubble top” canopy which gives it a space-age look. It’s powered by an Oldsmobile 303 Cl, OHV V-8 engine, equipped with a GMC supercharger. The interior is custom crafted with pearl white vinyl upholstery, originally done by Eddie Martinez.
The Beatnik Bandit is listed as National Historic Vehicle Register No. 35 and is currently part of the “Cars of the Capital” exhibition on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., where it is displayed in a glass enclosure. The car is owned by the National Automobile Museum in Reno, Nevada. Ed Roth’s creativity and artistic vision made the Beatnik Bandit a timeless piece of automotive history.
[Sources: Hagerty.com and DriversFoundation.org]
[Note: The first Hot Wheels, known as the "Original Sweet 16,'" were introduced by Mattel on May 18, 1968. Top of the list is a Custom Camaro and No. 2 is the Beatnik Bandit.]
This poor Sugar Glider looks woefully out of place in the reptilarium in the Malacca/ Melaka zoo. Maybe this poor animal needed the cool, dark environment of the reptile house, but I was left wondering if instinct scared the animal with the deadly reptiles around. At any rate, the Sugar Glider is meant to fly- ok, glide- between trees, so how would it feel confined to a tiny box in a zoo? The Sugar Glider is a small, omnivorous, arboreal, and nocturnal gliding possum. The common name refers to its predilection for sugary foods such as sap and nectar and its ability to glide through the air, much like a Flying Squirrel. Notes about the Malacca/ Melaka zoo appeared earlier in this album. (see previous pictures). (Malacca/ Melaka, Malaysia, Sept. 2023) PS: Pardon the reflection of my iPhone on the glass- the lighting was very low inside the reptilarium, and with this animal stuck into a remote corner of his tiny glass case, this was the best view I could get.
Signage about the Sugar Glider you saw earlier in this album (see previous picture). The Sugar Glider is a small, omnivorous, arboreal, and nocturnal gliding possum. The sign is fairly self explanatory if viewed in full screen or expanded mode, so I will save you further commentary. Notes about the Malacca/ Melaka zoo appeared earlier in this album. (see previous pictures). (Malacca/ Melaka, Malaysia, Sept. 2023)
Signage about the Ring Tailed Lemur displayed in his enclosure. There were a couple of glass enclosures close to the entrance/ exit inside the Malacca/ Melaka zoo. Ring Tailed Lemurs are endemic to Madagascar. They are one among several species of Lemur endemic to that country. With a life span of around 20 years, Ring Tailed Lemurs are basically primates and largely vegetarians. This sign is fairly self explanatory if viewed in full screen or expanded mode, so I will save you further commentary. Notes about the Malacca/ Melaka zoo appeared earlier in this album. (see previous pictures). (Malacca/ Melaka, Malaysia, Sept. 2023)
There were a couple of glass enclosures close to the entrance/ exit inside the Malacca/ Melaka zoo. The sign says that this is the enclosure for the Albino Ferret. There was no sign of the Albino Ferret- I saw a mouse instead, which had probably found a secret entrance into the Ferret enclosure so that he could steal the Ferret's food. The sign for the Albino Ferret is self explanatory if viewed in full screen or expanded mode, so I will save you further commentary. Notes about the Malacca/ Melaka zoo appeared earlier in this album. (see previous pictures). (Malacca/ Melaka, Malaysia, Sept. 2023)
A freeloading mouse in the glass enclosure of the Albino Ferret, of which there was no trace! There were a couple of glass enclosures close to the entrance/ exit inside the Malacca/ Melaka zoo. The sign said that this is the enclosure for the Albino Ferret. There was no sign of the Albino Ferret- I saw this mouse instead, which had probably found a secret entrance into the Ferret enclosure so that he could steal the Ferret's food. The sign for the Albino Ferret appeared earlier in this album and is self explanatory if viewed in full screen or expanded mode, so I will save you further commentary. No idea about this freeloading mouse though! Notes about the Malacca/ Melaka zoo appeared earlier in this album. (see previous pictures). (Malacca/ Melaka, Malaysia, Sept. 2023)
A Ring Tailed Lemur tucks into his meal of fruit and leaves. I had taken another picture of this animal as it was surveying his meal, but decided to feature this image as it is a bit of an action shot, so to speak. There were a couple of glass enclosures close to the entrance/ exit inside the Malacca/ Melaka zoo. Ring Tailed Lemurs are endemic to Madagascar. They are one among several species of Lemur endemic to that country. With a life span of around 20 years, Ring Tailed Lemurs are basically primates and largely vegetarians. Notes about the Malacca/ Melaka zoo appeared earlier in this album. (see previous pictures). (Malacca/ Melaka, Malaysia, Sept. 2023)
Trying to sneak this in on HWW!
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
The bathroom partition is also known as shower enclosures. It is used to separate the wet area from the dry area. Shower closures are now becoming more popular peoples are more attracted to them because of their design and style. There are various types available in shower closer like sliding shower partition, frameless partition, 90-degree shower, 180-degree shower, 135-degree shower, etc. View our variety of collections here @ glassdecors.in/glass-concepts/shower-enclosures/
The Best Shower Doors and Shower Enclosures you can buy. Heavy Glass Shower enclosure. Installed by your local Brevard Florida Bathroom Contractor/Handyman!
www.precisionfitbath.com
The Best Shower Doors and Shower Enclosures you can buy. Heavy Glass Shower enclosure. Installed by your local Brevard Florida Bathroom Contractor/Handyman!
www.321Remodel.com
The most beautiful shower doors and enclosures available at this link.
Save money on your next bathroom remodel by shopping at the HomeDepot.com
homedepot.sjv.io/kxLXL
The most beautiful shower doors and enclosures available at this link.
Save money on your next bathroom remodel by shopping at the HomeDepot.com
homedepot.sjv.io/kxLXL
