“There. He felt it again. The whole house had unmistakeably slid toward the retaining wall, as if inching toward edificial suicide.”
I know this link has been bouncing around, but I thought this would bring a smile to those of us who appreciate modern design–it’s good to take a step back and have a sense of humor every once and a while.
I’m reminded of cracking open my first Wallpaper magazine back in 1998 or so: I was fascinated that there could be a consumer market for all things modern, hip, and glossy. It felt refreshing since, at that time, you’d be hard-pressed to find modern design in any “lifestyle” magazine, much less in mass-market catalogs.
Now, of course, from Dwell to CB2, it’s everywhere. Hence a little of the ennui pictured in today’s light-hearted link.
Not to get too sad about things–to the left is a pic of some relatively happy looking hipsters at the fabulous graffiti show at Bare Hands Gallery a few months ago. Then again, who couldn’t be happy at an art opening at Bare Hands? Thanks to Dystopos for the pic!
(via Unhappy Hipsters Photo: Jason Schmidt, Dwell, February 2010)
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This is great! I whole heartedly support never taking yourself too seriously.
Thanks for starting this blog. It is just what I’ve always wanted. I love Birmingham and can’t wait to see what it becomes! Keep sharing those great ideas – I’m a huge fan.
Lydia–Thanks for your interest and support!
too funny!! It not only reminds me of the print I made ‘Design Without Reach’, it also makes me feel so much better about my little 1940’s non- modern Crestline cottage. – Jane
Doesn’t it? It’s refreshing to take all that “Design Within (without) Reach” aesthetic down from its usual pedestal.