A Research Institute

This ‘house’ is actually a research institute, located in my city (Bogor, West Java, Indonesia). Looks good in black and white, right?

My entry for The Weekend in Black and White

Lights at Night

I capture it from a mall terrace at 3th floor (Bogor, West Java, Indonesia).

Just share the beauty of lights in the dark night.

Fencing (3)

This post is still about fencing, but this time I mention about metal and masonry fencing.

Metal

Chain wire
The type of fencing is easy to see through yet, if fixed properly, it provides a secure barrier which cannot be blown over. Unfortunately, it is not a great visual delight. It’s a question of function versus appearance.

Weldmesh
With its turned-over top and criss-cross pattern, this makes a solid, cheap, no-nonsense fence. It can be left galvanized or bought already painted. Don’t try painting it yourself unless you have considerable patience.

Metal framework
There is a large variety of aluminium and steel fencing which comes in rails and posts. Most are pre-finished in an assortment of colors and have plain or fancy tops. Your choice will be determined by whether you want to feature your fence or have it remain an inconspicuous part of your out-door environment.

Metal panels
In high wind areas the chances of the assembly being blown over or buckled are an unfortunate reality. However, if you wish to avoid having to paint and you want total privacy, metal panels are useful and relatively cheap. Plants and shrubs can soften the uniformity.

Masonry

Bricks
Properly laid and placed on a firm foundation, bricks have an enduring quality that requires no maintenance. Brick is the most expensive of fencing mediums because of the high unit cost and the even higher cost of laying.

For example, a brick wall will cost more than 10 times that of the equivalent height of paling fence (1.8 meters). The effect can be heavy and factory-like unless there are variations in the height, or steps of feature nooks are included in the face of the wall.

Palisade
A cheaper way to have at least some masonry is to create a low brick wall between a series of brick columns. The gaps in between them are filled with metal posts. The bricks can be left as they are or rendered.

The cost of such fencing is about half that of solid masonry. The effect can be striking, especially if you have an older style home.

Keeping the Nest

A spider on his nest. Waiting for poor insects passes by.
Spider nest always looks impressive in black and white.
An amazing creation by a little creature!

My entry for The Weekend in Black and White

Yellow Vehicles

Mellow Yellow Monday is coming again!

If you have your own vehicle; what color is it? Ours is black. I like to see yellow vehicles; as it can attract other’s attention. But until now, we haven’t yet wanted to change the current color into yellow. We still have no brave, hehehe.

A Bamboo Bridge

This bridge is located at the back of my grandfather's house. Very simple one; but still useful. Every time acrossing it; I always walk very slowly.

Don't you dare walking on it?

The Weekend in Black and White