John Curley is a photographer from the San Francisco Bay Area who specializes in journalistic fine-art documentary projects of all kinds. His work has been featured in numerous publications, including the San Francisco Chronicle, San Francisco magazine, and Diablo magazine, and he's exhibited in solo and group shows throughout the Bay Area.

In honor of BMW's 1 Series — a reincarnated, improved version of BMW's classic 1968 sport sedan — Flavorpill has selected five photographers to capture their cities' distinct architectural landscapes. Each photographer highlights the dichotomy between the past and the future, evoking each city's pure, unshakable essence in his own unique style. Check out the full versions of the work here.