In an abandoned room, nature is making an unstoppable comeback. Lush, green ivy winds its way up the walls, its strong leaves providing a stark contrast to the peeling paint and weathered structures of the old walls. The surface of the walls shows deep cracks and traces of decay, the once smooth plasterwork has turned into a rough, weathered texture that reflects the silent process of transience. Rays of sunlight penetrating through a window or a gap in the building illuminate the ivy and give the leaves a vibrant glow, as if nature is planning a new beginning here.
This interplay of decaying architecture and proliferating nature conveys a sense of inexorability and the beauty of overgrowth. The ivy acts as a silent reminder that even the strongest walls must eventually give way as nature reclaims its space. The scene is full of life and at the same time characterised by transience, an impressive symbol of the power of nature to overcome everything man-made.
My best friend introduced me to abandoned and forgotten places in March 2023. We watched lost place videos together and I was very fascinated by them. He said to me "I know something, let's go". So we drove about 45 minutes to an abandoned rehab clinic. When we got.. Read more…