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From Visualization to Photographing Its Completion, Matúš Nedecký Shows Off This Residence in Thurgau Beautifully

by Lexi Taciak

Matúš Nedecký is relatively new to the photography game. With a background working in architectural visualization, Matúš has really only been photographing architecture for two years. So, when he submitted this series of photographs and a video of a beautiful multi-family home in Thurgau, Switzerland for Project of the Week, I was taken by the thoughtfulness of his images and the completeness of this project.

Christian Santiago Breaks Down His Personal Project of the New Sixth Street Viaduct Bridge

by Lexi Taciak

The old Sixth Street Viaduct Bridge was a cultural icon. Uniting the arts district in Downtown Los Angeles and the Boyle Heights neighborhood, the concrete and steel arch bridge had appeared in heaps of films, shows, and video games since its completion in 1932.

Here’s How to Disable the World’s Most Annoying Photoshop Message

by Lexi Taciak

Consider this a little end-of-year gift from us to you. My fellow APALMANAC writer Dane shared this hot tip with me, resulting in 99% fewer rage clicks while using Photoshop. I’m happy to pass it along to you! You know that annoying message that always pops up: Could not export the clipboard because it is too big to export.

Visit a Swiss Sports Complex With Photographer Karina Castro

by Lexi Taciak

This week’s featured project takes us to Eschenbach, Switzerland with Milan-based photographer Karina Castro. We’ll look through her photographs of Dreifachsporthalle by Enzmann Fischer Partner AG. Each photograph sports an enormously nostalgic film feel.

Check Out The Passion Project of Photographer Leonid Furmansky as He Photographs 800 Bell Over Two Years

by Lexi Taciak

800 Bell is a 600′ tall tower in Houston, Texas. Designed by Welton Becket & Associates, the 44-story skyscraper’s unique look comes from the massive cantilevered shades on each floor that help break the harsh Texas sun as it shines through the glazing.

Perfecting Imperfection – Meet Photographer and Architectural Retoucher Anton Ivanov

by Lexi Taciak

The longer you look at Anton Ivanov’s work, the more things you’ll find to love. Full of life, restraint, mood, and character, each photograph is perfectly imperfect. The same can be said about Anton’s career. A short-lived stint in wedding photography because of his shyness actually allowed him to blossom as an architectural photographer.

Mumbai Based Photographer Yadnyesh Joshi Creates Playful Compositions at The Drawing Board’s 8 Degree House

by Lexi Taciak

This week’s featured project takes us to Bengaluru, where we’ll see Mumbai-based architectural photographer Yadnyesh Joshi’s stunning images of The 8 Degree House. The 8 Degree House is the brain-child of The Drawing Board led by architects Meera Rajendra and Akhila Kumar.

36 Pictures From The National Museum by Norwegian Photographer Ivar Kvaal

by Lexi Taciak

Since the day I came across Ivar Kvaal’s photographs of Snøhetta’s Under, I’ve been completely smitten with his work. Ivar recently reached out with the news of his new book 36 Pictures From The National Museum, which I am excited to share with you.

Glasgow Based Photographer Gillian Hayes Photographs a Home in the Heart of Cairngorms National Park

by Lexi Taciak

Every now and again you come across photographs of a project that completely stops you in your tracks. Gillian Hayes of Dapple Photography‘s photos of Lower Tullochgrue by Brown & Brown Architects was that project for me lately. As we drift into the holiday season, this feels like the perfect Project of the Week – frosty, snowy scenery, warm inviting interiors, and quiet moments crafted by Gillian make this series stand out to me.

Adam Potts Takes Us To The Donum Estate’s Vertical Panorama Pavilion

by Lexi Taciak

There is something about Adam Potts‘ work that is just plain brilliant. His compositions, his lighting, his processing work – it’s all spot on. Adam is based in Northern California, which means his portfolio is chock full of vineyards, vast golden skies, and sprawling landscapes.

Step Inside Westridge Residence With Austin, TX Based Architectural Photographer Andrea Calo

by Lexi Taciak

Andrea Calo is an architectural photographer in Austin, Texas. Ever since I laid eyes on her work in the 2021 APALMANAC Project of the Year award submissions, I have loved Andrea’s photographs immensely. These images of Westridge Residence by Joseph Design Build are the perfect introduction to her work.

Check Out LUMA Hotel SF With Hospitality Photographer Dylan Patrick

by Lexi Taciak

Today’s featured project by architectural photographer Dylan Patrick is a brilliant rendition of hospitality photography. As Dylan shows off the LUMA Hotel in San Francisco by architect Hornberger + Worstell, you’ll notice his striking compositions, each one easy to read and hero-esque in its own way.

Get to Know CONAFARQ – A Brazilian Coalition of Photographers Protecting Copyright and Licensing Rights

by Lexi Taciak

CONAFARQ is a huge acronym with an equally huge goal. The “National Collective of Photographers of Architecture” is an association of architectural photographers from Brazil. CONAFARQ was born with the main objective of protecting copyright in architectural/interior photography.

Tony Colangelo Connects a Personal Project to a Commissioned Project for D’Ambrosio Architecture + Urbanism

by Lexi Taciak

Tony Colangelo is back on the site with another wonderful project! This week, he is sharing his photographs of Esquimalt Town Square – a combination space merging civic, commercial, and residential architecture. Esquimalt Town Square is a sustainably minded design by Franc D’Ambrosio, of D’Ambrosio Architecture + Urbanism.

Cape to Bluff – Simon Devitt’s Survey of Architecture From Aotearoa New Zealand

by Lexi Taciak

Architectural photographer Simon Devitt has worked with an array of publishers making heaps of thoughtful, beautiful, books over the past 25 years. His newest publication “Cape to Bluff” will be released in late November. The gorgeous book peers into the architecture of Aotearoa, New Zealand.

Olivier Dassance Photographs Art et Floritude’s Lighting Design in a New Office Building

by Lexi Taciak

One beautiful thing I have always loved about architectural and interiors photography is the wide scope of clients and projects that fall under its umbrella. Last week on POTW, we looked at a project made for a one-of-a-kind rug shop. This week, we’ll look at a project made for a lighting design manufacturer.

Photographing the Elaborately Beautiful Jaipur Rugs Storefront With Ishita Sitwala

by Lexi Taciak

Today, Project of the Week leads to us to a lovely series by one of my very favorite photographers, Ishita Sitwala. Ishita creates one mindblowing set of images after another, but this particular project of the Jaipur Rugs storefront is a unique and complex collection.

Jamie Hackett Shares His Photographs and Film of Dublin’s Tallest Commercial Office Building

by Lexi Taciak

This week’s featured project takes us to the docks of Dublin where photographer Jamie Hackett is masterfully showing off The EXO building by Shay Cleary Architects. Jamie is an architectural photographer and filmmaker based in Dublin himself, and his understanding and love for the area shines through in these photographs of The EXO.

Robert Rieger Talks HMI’s, Client Needs, and Making Mood at Volkshaus Basel for Herzog & de Meuron

by Lexi Taciak

Robert Rieger is a phenomenal editorial photographer specializing in architecture, interiors, and portraiture. He is based in Berlin, but works all over the world. Robert’s work is rich in contrast and dramatic light. It radiates a warm, sun-drenched, golden feeling.

Miranda Kimberlin Gives Us a Lesson in Showing Context With Her Photos of Imbue Design’s Taviawk

by Lexi Taciak

With another APALMANAC Architecture Photography Awards season on the horizon, I’ve found myself going back and pouring over the longlisted entries from the 2021 awards. One project I was particularly stricken by was Miranda Kimberlin’s photographs of Taviawk by Imbue Design.