A single tree stands tall by the roadside in Niittykumpu, Espoo, Finland. Stripped bare for the winter, holding space between the traffic and the fields. Spring will come, but for now, the cold remains.
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A single tree stands tall by the roadside in Niittykumpu, Espoo, Finland. Stripped bare for the winter, holding space between the traffic and the fields. Spring will come, but for now, the cold remains.
This view of the Bourn Mansion on San Francisco’s Nob Hill captures the full theatricality of one of the city’s most enigmatic architectural treasures. Designed in 1896 by celebrated architect Willis Polk for mining baron William Bowers Bourn II, the mansion is a rare and moody example of Renaissance Revival architecture rendered in richly textured red brick. It stands in striking contrast to its stuccoed neighbors, exuding a fortress-like elegance with layered classical detailing.
From this angle, the building’s sculptural elements come into sharper relief. A pedimented stone balcony hovers over the main entryway, while balustrades and dentil cornices crown the upper floors with Gilded Age precision. The three dormers tucked under a steeply pitched slate roof—each crowned with scrollwork and copper accents—evoke the grandeur of 17th-century European châteaux.
The absence of ornamentation on the flanking walls heightens the drama of the entry facade, where wrought iron lanterns and rusticated stone surrounds frame the main doorway. A leafless tree in the foreground adds to the building’s Gothic allure, casting long shadows that feel more literary than residential. This home has been the source of ghost stories, high-society gossip, and architectural pilgrimages for decades—and with good reason.
Tucked quietly into the steep grid of Nob Hill, the Bourn Mansion is more than a historic home—it’s an atmospheric masterpiece. Whether you’re drawn by its architectural pedigree or haunted mystique, it remains one of the city’s most compelling and photogenic private residences.
A solitary tree stands silhouetted against a vibrant sunset along a country road in Hachiville, Luxembourg.
I have passed this tree a thousand times before, but this time the colors and contrasts were just right and it caught my eye. I love the white bark on these Birch trees.
I edited and processed to taste and then gave it a color-coordinated frame to finish its presentation.
Enjoy :)
A tall modern glass building rises behind lush green trees, capturing the harmonious blend of nature and architecture under a cloudy sky.
A tall modern glass building rises behind lush green trees, capturing the harmonious blend of nature and architecture under a cloudy sky.
A tall modern glass building rises behind lush green trees, capturing the harmonious blend of nature and architecture under a cloudy sky.
A tall modern glass building rises behind lush green trees, capturing the harmonious blend of nature and architecture under a cloudy sky.
A tall modern glass building rises behind lush green trees, capturing the harmonious blend of nature and architecture under a cloudy sky.
A tall modern glass building rises behind lush green trees, capturing the harmonious blend of nature and architecture under a cloudy sky.
The image shows a scene of nature with an array of colors and elements. Dominating the foreground is a tree branch adorned with vibrant orange leaves that are still attached to their stems, suggesting a change of season. The branches are thick with these autumnal hues.
Nestled among the branches and leaves, there's a small bird perched on one of the twigs. Its presence adds life and movement to the scene, creating a sense of scale and balance.
The background is softly blurred, providing a contrast that draws attention to the tree in the foreground. The colors and textures suggest it might be a forest or woodland area. There's no distinct text present in the image.
29-10-2024 11:47:04
I pass by this abandoned old house rather often. I've read articles that show how the interior has impressive woodwork. I can imagine how much effort and money would need to go into renovations.
I wonder if some historical society can save it.
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A vibrant, abstract landscape features a tall house with many windows standing beside a leafless tree. Bright yellow and orange stripes stretch across the ground, with multi-colored leaves blowing across a swirling blue sky.
I took some country roads I've never taken before. This spot had more colors than anywhere else I saw. There are even other views I should go back for once peak foliage conditions arrive.
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Duncan Rawlinson uses contemporary photography and AI techniques in "Stone Dream Portals." This piece shows a landscape with floating rock formations and a solitary tree, creating an abstract scene. Rawlinson combines traditional and digital art to make this visual work.
Duncan.co/stone-dream-portals
