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The Port House
Antwerp | Belgium

Summer 2022

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The Port House in Antwerp, Belgium by architect Zaha Hadid
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City of Diamonds
Antwerp | Belgium

Summer 2022

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Architectural passenger entrance pontoon to the river ferry in Antwerp, Belgium
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Exploring Western Prefectures
Chugoku | Japan

From Spring 2017 — To Spring 2019

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Illuminated goldfish lantern contrasted on a black background — Yanai Village, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan
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Art & City
Barcelona | Spain

Spring 2019

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Two spires from La Sagrada Familia, with a map illustration pointing out the location — Barcelona, Spain
The undulating triangular glass panels on the glass extension in the background, with a original brick firestation's nearly lined dormer windows in the foreground on the Port House by Zaha Hadid — Antwerp, Belgium

The Port House by Zaha Hadid | Antwerp

the diamond-shaped glass structure was inspired by Antwerp's history
The Port House in Antwerp is a magnificent architectural neo-futurism gem that was completed in 2016. Designed by the late British-Iraqi architect Zaha Hadid, the building is located on the site of a former derelict fire station and serves as the new headquarters for the Antwerp Port Authority. It is a prime example of contemporary architecture, boasting a striking and bold design that seamlessly blends the old and new.
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A typical street scene in Antwerp; greenery, signs and design all coming together to create city charm and small town calm — Belgium

Exploring a Flanders Gem — Antwerp | Belgium

I’d like to apologise — You may have noticed that I have zero photos of diamonds in this essay.

Whether you're a fan of avant-garde fashion, contemporary art, or cutting-edge design, Antwerp is sure to have something to inspire and captivate you.

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A couple of tourists waving and smiling whilst being taxied in a jinkikisha; rickshaw — along a shopping street in Kurashiki Town, Okayama Prefecture, Japan

Exploring Western Prefectures | Japan

It was a magic time full of discovery and exploration getting to a know a culture at a deeper level
The Chugoku Region; 中国地方 — is the most western region of Honshū; the largest island of Japan. It is home to the prefectures of Hiroshima, Okayama, Shimane, Tottori and Yamaguchi; as well as some 7.5million people.
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Looking out over Park Guell

Art & City Barcelona | Spain

Barcelona is one of Europe’s trendiest cities.
Bar-ce-loona as Freddie Mercury famously sang for the 1992 Olympic games — sometimes I feel like I wax lyrical about the perfect triad of location, culture and history that makes Barcelona such a great city.
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The photographer behind the lens

Embark on a journey with Elkli & Hart's founder, whose life is interwoven with art, technology, and a passion for social change. Discover his inspirations, core beliefs, and the driving force behind this innovative and purpose-driven venture.

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Jake Hopking standing on a clifftop looking out of the Tasman Sea in New Zealand