October 2010
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WatchSeries of Short Films by Martin de Thurrah for the Danish Pavilion
Expo Film Series: Mermaid by Martin de Thurrah
The very talented Danish director, Martin de Thurah has released a set of short films for the Danish Pavilion at the Expo 2010 in Shanghai. The videos were meant to reflect the spirit and culture of Denmark by pointing out key parts of their culture.
The first video (above) shows...
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WatchExpo Film Series: Family City by Martin de Thurah
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WatchWe Should Be More Like Copenhagen
Once upon a time, Copenhagen was a traffic-infested city. Now, it’s one of the most environmentally friendly places in the world. This video demonstrates how we can and should be more like Copenhagen’s public spaces. Take a look!
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Norwegian Decor
Check out these photos from designer BLAFRE’s house in Norway.
More photos after the jump…
Taken by photographer Elisabeth Sperre Alnes.
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WatchFjallraven Outdoor Club: Breakneck Ridge (VIDEO)
Purveyers to the Swedish Crown, Fjallraven, just released an excellent video look-book for their spring-summer 2011 collection of backpacks and outerwear. Fjallraven, which means arctic fox in Swedish, began 50 years ago in Sweden making a framed backpack design that carried loads comfortably. This innovation helped make the outdoors accessible to...
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WatchFever Ray (Video) - “When I Grow Up”
I have an affinity for Danish filmmaker Martin de Thurah. His work is mind-bogglingly brilliant. I could stare at his photography for hours, re-watch all of his films and play his music videos on repeat. I guess you could say I’m slightly obsessed. But if you get the chance to see any of his work, you would clearly understand my attraction.
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Smykkeskrinet - Norwegian Design
A conference center for the teachers union in Oslo, Norway. By Element Arkitekter. The facade is covered with letters and markings that have an aesthetic and symbolic purpose while also act as a sun barrier.
I would love to cover the outside with shadow puppet shapes. That would be awesome!
Photos by Trond Opstad.
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WatchStockholm Elected Europe’s Greenest Capital
Stockholm, Sweden has long been famous for being an environmentally friendly city. Though plans to make the city even greener have been passed this week.
The Royal Seaport District is going to be reconstructed with the hopes that it will reduce carbon emissions to 1.5 tons per person. Residents of the new district will be able to charge their...
