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Daily Archives: 1 November 2009
a favourite building
A modern classic from the 1920’s is the Stockholm Public Library by Gunnar Asplund – one of the great Swedish architects. It was built when the neo classicism was followed by the functionalism. Strict, airy, with a simple – yet … Continue reading
Posted in architecture, asplund, scandinavia
Tagged architecture, asplund, functionalism, library, stockholm, sweden
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If I had to choose only one pen I think I would choose the M90. It is function, shape and cleverness incarnated in one simple, gracious move. Tonight I had a very interesting discussion about design, shape and function with … Continue reading
Posted in architecture, design, pens, pilot, Pilot M90, scandinavia
Tagged architecture, design, fountain pens, japan, pens, pilot, scandinavia
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