The 1960’s and 70’s in the US was full of socio-political activism, anti-war protests, Martin Luther King, Apollo 11 landing and the first gay liberation day to name a few. This surge for change was heard by the designers of the time who responded with radical ideas such as: eco domes to reduce pollution, walking cities, inflatable extensions that act as relaxing spaces and the … Continue reading How 70’s US Radical Architecture responded to the events of the time

I had a look at a few websites to read a bit about the history and events of the 70’s to build a better picture of what life was actually like at the time in terms of world events, discoveries and pop culture. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-17703483 https://edition.cnn.com/2015/05/21/world/gallery/70-historic-moments-from-the-1970s/index.html http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/british/timeline/present_timeline_noflash.shtml http://www.thepeoplehistory.com/1970.html Continue reading 70’s Culture Context

During the project, (while filming etc), we have been listening to this playlist on Spotify to help us get into the 70’S VIBE. My personal favourite song would have to be ‘Give the people what they want’ – by the O’Jays. Continue reading 70’s Playlist

Grooving out of the swinging sixties and into the disco dancing 70s gave us a fabulous new wardrobe full of color, texture and retro patterns. Polyester jumpsuits, fringe jackets, flared pants, maxi dresses and retro T-shirts are just a few of our favorite women’s 70s clothes. The boho hippie style went back to past with granny boots, embroidered tunic shirts,  suede vests and headbands. Men’s clothing … Continue reading 70’s Fashion, Shoes and Hair

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