Faded Memories
A glance inside the homes that have been abandoned by the last residents ages ago. Welcome to the world of decayed interior, peeling paint and dodgy floors.
Bellezza Scossa
In the aftermath of nature's violent interruption, light streams through abandoned shutters, illuminating a space where beauty and devastation dance an eternal waltz. The earthquake that shattered this Italian community created stark contrasts: a masterfully crafted fresco ceiling hovering miraculously intact above a floor of scattered dreams and broken stones.
Highland Solitude
The harsh Highland winds whistle through broken windowpanes, while the ancient Scots pine groans and creaks above the abandoned croft house.
Dar al-Akhdar
A decaying Tunisian palace showcases nature reclaiming its beautiful Moorish architecture. The ornate tilework and graceful arches create a captivating tableau of decay and rebirth. Check out the full report for more pictures and the story behind the shot.
Eclectic Elegy
In the peaceful landscape of Portugal's countryside, there lies an abandoned mansion embodying neoclassical and eclectic styles. Its previous splendor is surrounded by crumbling ceilings and worn walls.
Bow of Ascendance
A beautiful 19th century French castle with inside a wonderful classical interior. Vibrant, green-painted corridors stretch out, leading to ornate this decorative staircase that winds it’s way up to the upper floors.
Arched Allure
Amidst the solemn silence of a graveyard, this captivating architectural marvel stands tall. With its striking contrast of colors and textures, it truly invites the viewer to pause and appreciate the architectural craftsmanship on display.
Architectural Symphony
Concealed within the city’s busy streets, a breathtaking architectural gem emerges, its neo-Gothic influences and hexagonal turret commanding attention.
Classical Brilliance
Amidst the rolling hills of the Italian countryside lies this faded gem—a villa steeped in history. Its neoclassical elegance, once vibrant, now wears the patina of time.
Pastel Dreams
Tucked away in a remote rural location, this country house sits isolated in the Portuguese countryside. The colorful pink walls, adorned with intricate white ornamentation, stand out against the surrounding green fields.
Gateway Whispers
Tucked away in the lanes of Nicosia, an exquisite antique wooden door stands proudly. Built from sturdy hardwood, it has aged beautifully, radiating an irresistible allure.
Silent Ascension
Amidst faded frescoes and ornate mouldings, time whispers its secrets. A symphony of decay echoes through this once-grand colourful staircase.
Throne of Rubble
Amidst the rubble and decay, an orange armchair perches atop a precarious mound of fallen debris. The room, once vibrant, now bears the scars of time’s passage. Sunlight from above casting shadows on scenery below. A fallen wooden beam, like a forgotten promise, stretches diagonally across the room. And nature, relentless in its reclamation, sends tendrils of green through broken windows.The room, with its orange sentinel, becomes a melancholic tableau where memories echo through the ruins, whispering tales of moments long lost.
Fireside Solitude
A beautiful room inside an abandoned mansion that is packed with grandeur and elegance. As you gaze up, your eyes are immediately drawn to the intricate mouldings and patterns adorning the ceiling and walls. In the center of the ceiling, a chandelier hangs suspended. The walls, too, bear witness to the room's former splendour. Detailed panels and moldings, create a symphony of visual delight.
Passeio Nostálgico
As a timeless icon of times gone by, this classic two-wheeler guarantees a nostalgic ride back to the past. The room adorned with colorful murals gives us a good glimpse into the authentic charm and elegance of yesteryear. The poor condition of the room is hard to ignore. The plaster is crumbling from the ceiling, and the murals are slowly fading into a vague memory.
Crumbling Majesty
A timeless scene imbued with mystery. Here, in this desolate dry landscape, time seems to have stopped, caught in the eternity of the moment. The ruin, once a proud witness of human civilization, is now a reminder of transience and decay. The walls brittle and cracked, like weathered faces bearing the burden of time.
Bellezza Sincronizzata
A winter garden, with a detailed fresco of two oak trees. The lush branches and whispering leaves, stretch out like a poetic promise of eternity. It symbolises the strength and beauty of nature, captured in the timeless art of the villa.
Porta del Mago
Hidden behind the busy street, rises majestically a Palazzo. The grandiose staircase, designed by a renowned architect in the early 18th century, is a work of art in itself. As one descends, one experiences a mixture of awe and amazement at its immense size; a sharp contrast to the city's narrow, winding streets. The light streaming in from the garden creates a stunning backdrop and emphasizes the beauty of the space.
Vacant Sentinel
Nestled within the embrace of an enchanting, forested realm, a Château stands tall. In the late years of the 19th century, the visionary minds of the canton's general councilor and the village's mayor converged to give rise to this architectural gem.
Andalusian Passage
In the deep, mysterious Medina unfolds an enchanting scene. A door, cloaked in symbolism and mystery, reveals the layered history of the region. The colorful Andalusian stripes are a typical feature of the local architecture. The cylindrical ornament, curling upwards like a spiral, is a lush detail that is so characteristic of Islamic architecture.
Scale Rosa
In the heart of a picturesque vineyard landscape stands a majestic forgotten villa. Stepping into the villa, one is greeted by a magnificent entrance room adorned with round-shaped ornaments. With the sun’s gentle rays filtering through the missing wooden shutters, the room comes alive, casting a warm glow on its surrounding pink walls.
Turkuaz Düşler
A symphony of colors will greet your eyes when you step into this room, inviting you to a world of opulence and beauty. The walls, adorned with hand-painted tiles, tell stories of a bygone era. Each stroke of the artist’s brush captures the essence of the Ottoman empire, vibrant shades of blue, turquoise, red, green, and black blending seamlessly under a lustrous glaze.
Azure Mystic Entrance
A beautiful dark blue door of an abandoned home hidden away in an outlying narrow street in the heart of the medina. The door is decorated with black nails forming symbols such as stars, half-moons, hands, and eyes, to bring good luck and defend against bad spirits in Islamic beliefs.
Staircase of Splendor
Tucked away behind a bustling street, an awe-inspiring Palazzo stands tall. Its grandiose staircase, designed by a renowned architect in the early 18th century, is a work of art. Descending the grand staircase, one couldn't help but feel a sense of awe and amazement at the sheer size of it, a strong contrast to the tight, winding streets of the city. The light that enters from the garden window creates a beautiful effect, highlighting the beauty of the space.
Doors of Tradition
Greek entrances greatly symbolize the country's culture and history. This entry is a good example. The two pillars framing the doors form an aedicule opening. This style of entrance is rooted in ancient Greek history and remains present in much of their modern architecture. The entrance is closed off by two wooden doors each containing a window with iron-wrought inside.
Chateau Noisy
The Belgian Ardennes once was home to this neo-gothic castle. It was named the Castle of Noisy, a.k.a. Château Miranda. Constructed at the end of the 19th century, it was one of the few new neo-gothic buildings in all of Belgium.
Crumbling Charm
The gold-painted details that surround the old white wooden door glint in the dim light of the hallway, drawing the eye to the beauty of the past. Plasterwork scattered on the floor, a reminder of the decay that now surrounds the manoir. Check out the full report for more pictures and the story behind the shot.
Dinner Time
With its last meal served on the solid wooden table years ago this dining room is slowly turning into neglect.
Art Nouveau Show
A true architectural beauty. Situated in the middle of a busy square it immediately catches your eye. It's clear that a lot of craftsmanship went into decorating it, with its many ornaments and curved wrought-iron balconies.
Scala Oscura
A stunning double staircase inside an abandoned villa that has been vacant for a long time.
Final Destination
The arrival hall of an abandoned train station. Around 125,000 people from all over the USSR would walk through these doors to begin their vacation. There were even direct trains from Moscow that stopped here. A journey of about 2000 kilometers.
Evergreen Scenery
A wonderful forgotten colonial farmhouse. Surrounded by palm trees it struck me on my morning drive. The sun had just risen above the horizon enlightening the scene beautifully. The fields that surrounded the house appeared to be devoid of life. In contrast to the cactus that has sprouted beneath the roof's gutters.
Manoir Colimaçon
Suburb art nouveau style manoir constructed at the end of the 19th century. Surrounded by large trees and overgrown bushes it really looks like something from a fairy tale.
Neo-baroque villa
A wonderful neo-baroque villa that has been empty for well over two decades now.
Fading Frescoes
Italian frescoes, a palate for the eyes. This abandoned villa features a charming and colorful room with fading murals.
