Architecture

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1st classified

Storm on the Elbe
by Anna Wacker


An abstract portrayal of Hamburg’s striking Elbphilharmonie concert hall, featuring its iconic roof—a sweeping wave of shimmering glass. Rising above the Elbe River and the Hafencity district, this image depicts the roof, affectionately known as "Elphie," as if it were a series o...

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Runner up

Crank
by Marcel Van Balken


This pure black-and-white image transforms architectural photography into an abstract form, accentuated by the seemingly disproportionate presence of a man. The flowing lines and the curved, open spaces combine to create a strikingly surreal, graphic portrayal of a dynamic buildi...

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Highly commended

NEIMEYER
by Rafael Garcia Luna


Rafael spotted a skater training near the dome of the Niemeyer Centre and asked if he could take some photos. He then used a long exposure of the sky to artfully compose the scene.

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Highly commended

Sahara di Cemento
by Antonio Simone Verde


Antonio Simone captured this photo while exploring Burri’s open-air artwork. He sought to emphasize the terrestrial quality of the architectural elements, creating an image that resembles a desolate desert, intersected by two tiny human figures, whose absence might make one quest...

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Highly commended

Waves
by Ursula Reinke


Henning Larsen Architects of Copenhagen won the competition in Vejle with their design inspired by organic and sculptural forms, specifically a wave. Drawing from the natural conditions of the surrounding landscape, the architects crafted this distinctive and unconventional build...

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Commended

Welcome to Minecraft
by Zhang Xiangsheng


Minecraft is a sandbox building game set in a virtual world made up of blocks in various colors. Zhang noticed that the façade of this building, composed of numerous small colored squares, evokes a feeling of being immersed in the game's universe.

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Commended

Windows in Rome
by Valentina D'alia


Windows resembling piano keys vibrate in sequence, creating a visual melody. The position of the blinds continuously shifts, sometimes gradually and other times abruptly, revealing the curtains and allowing the glass to reflect the outside world.

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Commended

Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center
by Hilal Emnacar


The Heydar Aliyev Cultural Center highlights Azerbaijan's cultural and artistic value through its contributions to modern architecture and international recognition. This structure plays a significant role in promoting Azerbaijani architecture and culture globally.

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Commended

Heydar Aliyev Centre
by Les Forrester


One of the most recognized buildings by the late architect Zaha Hadid is the Heydar Aliyev Centre in Baku. The image offers an artistic side view of this stunning structure.

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Commended

Serene Geometry: The Mosque of Light
by Yousif Albadi


The Mosque of the Late Mohamed Abdulkhaliq Gargash in the UAE features white stone facades adorned with geometric forms and calligraphy. Designed with a contemporary touch, it offers a serene space for prayer and provides a peaceful retreat from the city's bustle.

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Commended

Yellow feelings
by Bastian Kienitz


The triangular gable or attic of a residential building, featuring a room illuminated with a warm yellow light. The photo was optimized using a cut-out technique, with the yellow glow, lamp, and other interior elements added afterward. This image was captured in Mainz, Germany.

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