How do I create this black and white effect?

[Uzi Cohen]

Hey guys,
I saw an Instagram post with a photo of Shanghai Tower. The tower has that black and white effect which makes it look like the skeleton of the building. How do I apply this effect?



thanks <3

 

[bbq_bob]

That building naturally has a skeleton look. It is built like a building inside of a building. The picture accentuates the unique nature of the building by letting you see more of the inside structure. I made a quick attempt at it. To create this, I used "Detail Extractor" and adjusted the contrast in several ways using the Nik Collection. It is not exactly the same as you picture, but I started from a different picture.

 

[agentmoeller]

Here's a two-step attempt.

IMAGES > ADJUSTMENTS > B&W

Then a LEVELS adjustment layer.

 

[Uzi Cohen]

Thanks guys!