It’s a radical proposal: a mega-structure that calls for the use of construction cranes as permanent buildings that can be used as residences and offices alike. These can be added and removed constantly to facilitate development. Depicted in drawings, the complex designs of “Plug-in City” could be likened to science fiction — even more than 50 years on. Continue reading Radical Architecture; Archigram

Built in 1979, the two-storey house maximises the view from a wooded bluff beside the Colorado River, above Lake Travis. Listing agency Estately describes the house as a “living sculpture – a view sanctuary for those seeking solitude and beauty”. It has a strong, organic form – there’s scarcely a right-angle in the house. The roof is round, the walls are curved, and even the balconies … Continue reading 70’s Organic Architecture; Sand Dollar House

As we all know beauty is in the eye of the beholder, however many buildings of the late 1960’s and 1970’s were influenced by an architectural movement known as Brutalism. This style featured sharp geometric angles, especially 90 degree corners as well as exposed structural concrete.  In Brutalist buildings structural elements also help to form the outer facade.  Some resulting buildings are more eye pleasing than others.  … Continue reading 70’s Architecture; Brutalism wonders

If you grew up in the 1970s, you likely spent at least part of the decade in a wood-paneled. And you had one, if not more, of these things in your home. Shag Fest The Brady Bunch decorated their floors with yards of the long, loopy pile known for coming in eye-watering hues (lime green, oceanic blue, acidic orange) and being impossible to clean. 2. Everybody … Continue reading Nostalgic Forest Architecture

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

70 M A S H 71 A Clockwork Orange 72 The Godfather 73 The Exorcist 74 The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 75 Jaws 76 Rocky 77 Star Wars Episode 4 78 Grease 79 Alien Continue reading 70s Movies

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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