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Panton Chair for Children

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Beach Style 1970

on May 05, 2010

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Italian model on beach circa 1970. Stylish indeed.

1970's fashion fashion design fashion from italy fashion photography mode models of the 1960's and 1970's style

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La Pavoni 'Modello Concorso' aka 'Diamante'

The Art of the Matter La Pavoni 'Modello Concorso' aka 'Diamante' Designed by Bruno Munari and Enzo Mari in 1956 One of the great icons of mid-century modern Italian design and perhaps the most beautiful lever espresso machine ever created. This dream-machine is the ultimate frothed wet dream for every self-respecting Italian Barista. In 1956, Gio Ponti, chief editor of the Italian design- and architectural magazine Domus, announced an international design competition for a coffee machine. Domus selected the design by Bruno Munari and Enzo Mari, perhaps not surprising because the design was influenced by the architecture of Gio Ponti. At the time of their selection, both Bruno Munari and Enzo Mari were still young and unknown. But that would all change after their exposure in Domus. Bruno Munari and Enzo Mari nicknamed the espresso machine the "Diamond" for the multi-faceted shape of the elements which could be composed to obtain different

Mid Century Decorative Concrete Screen Block

A Classic Example of Mid-Century Modern Architecture in Palm Springs Still Available from A-1 Block in Orlando, Florida! The name of this block is 'Block No. 377' Mid Century Modern Screenblock Walls 'Precast Concrete' Decorative Screen Block Wall Kate poses in front of a 'Precast Concrete' Decorative Screen Block Wall We are going to create a list of manufacturers who still create the super swell mid century modern decorative concrete screen blocks (sometimes also referred to as breeze blocks or decorative screen CMU block). While many manufacturers of these mid century modern decorative screen blocks are no longer in business, some still are! Also; this is an active blog post and we are adding new information as we find it. Make sure to bookmark this post! USA: Modern Screen blocks still in production: A-1 Block Corp. The best source for mid century modern screen block! A-1 Block Corp was established in 1952 and has

Mies Van Der Rohe Morris Greenwald

Mies Van Der Rohe Morris Greenwald House 11 Homeward Lake Weston, Connecticut Rarely does an architectural masterpiece become available for sale. So please forgive us when we list an excessive amount of pictures since we hope that by posting them, they can be safeguarded for future reference for many years to come. This unique home was designed by legendary architect Mies Van Der Rohe. Renovated and complimented with two additional structures by famed architect Peter L. Gluck. Walls of glass allow you to embrace the enclave of sloping lawns, bluestone patios and stone walls on 5.4 acres along 800 feet of a CT river. The home is in impeccable condition. Truly an exceptional property. Designed by Mies Van Der Rohe in 1960. Interesting to know is that we found out that Mies Van Der Rohe and Philip Johnson had a partnership in New York City on 219 East 44th Street "Mies Van Der Rohe and Philip Johnson Architects". Rooms: 11 · Bedrooms: 5 · Baths: 3 full / 2 h

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