The DTC Blog

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“From Bauhaus to Our House” by Tom Wolfe

July 8th, 2010

A biting satirical account of the “strange saga of American architecture” known as mid-century modern. Though I don’t agree with many of his opinions, the book is a worthy read and lends an insight to the backlash experienced from the 1980’s onward.

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In Celebration of our Independence

June 29th, 2010

At a time when much of world was still ruled by monarchies, our Lady of Liberty was a gift from our friends in France, who were also a young Republic struggling to take hold.

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Sankt Hans Aften

June 22nd, 2010

Celebrate one of Denmark’s most popular holidays, Midsummer’s Eve (Sankt Hans Aften), on June 23rd!

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A Brief History of Camp Santanoni

June 19th, 2010

Just a quick overview of what makes this National Historic Landmark architecturally significant and why I am working to restore it.

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Update: Travelbug: Christiania, Copenhagen

June 13th, 2010

Christiania, a district in Copenhagen, Denmark, that truly is like no other place in the world.

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An Ergonomic Evalution of Midcentury Modern Chairs

June 3rd, 2010

A scientific study of the comfort (or lack thereof) of some of the most popular and iconic mid-century modern chairs.

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DTC Marches On as I March Off into the Wilderness

May 25th, 2010

I may be trading in my cellphone for serenity and my Burberry for bug spray, but Danish Teak Classics will march on without me. You haven’t heard the last from me yet though, as I will continue blogging from the Adirondacks and later Edinburgh!

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Recap of Recent Happy Hour with a Preservationist

May 17th, 2010

Happy Hour with a Preservationist Event!

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Finn Juhl teak bowls for Kay Bojesen Modeller

May 16th, 2010

We are currently restoring the highly collectible 1951 Finn Juhl teak salad bowl and I will post restoration pics soon! Check out the neat vintage photos of Finn and his designs on exhibit!

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Art-A-Whirl 2010: DTC Welcomes silvercocoon!

May 14th, 2010

Visit us at Danish Teak Classics during Art-a-Whirl!
Fri: 5-10p
Sat: 12-8p
Sun: 12-5p

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WWII & the Spread of Modernism

May 9th, 2010

May 8th & 9th, 1945 officially mark the end of WWII in Germany and the Soviet Union. In commemoration, I’d like to reflect briefly on how WWII unintentionally lead to an international acceptance of the Modernist style.

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Science & Wonder Opening Reception

May 8th, 2010

Extraordinary local artists, Caitlin Karolczak & Michael Thomsen, have an exhibition opening at the Rogue Buddha Gallery in NE Mpls which runs from Friday, May 14th – June 12th. Go for the opening ceremony Friday, May 14th, 7-11pm.

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