The architectural design is lovely (of course... it is Deco :) but the pastel colours are not very common in the buildings you select in Australia and New Zealand. The pastels almost look fresh, maritime and Miami-ish.
I think we (in Australia & NZ) stick to cream colours a lot more or raw brick, of course. You are certainly right about the Miami feel. They have adopted the pastel colours and really made the most of them.
MELBOURNE ART DECO
In 2009 Robin Grow published a book on Melbourne Art Deco, with images largely supplied by David Thompson. The book quickly sold out and he is pleased to say that it has now been re-published by Brolga Press, with updates, errors corrected and a new cover.
Best of all, it is selling for about $25 in the shops and on-line. Art Deco & Modernism Society members can purchase a copy from me for $22, (includes postage within Australia). For overseas orders please email for postage rates. Contact me at robingrow@ozemail.com.au if you are interested, and advise if you would like the book to be dedicated and/or signed.
The architectural design is lovely (of course... it is Deco :) but the pastel colours are not very common in the buildings you select in Australia and New Zealand. The pastels almost look fresh, maritime and Miami-ish.
ReplyDeleteI think we (in Australia & NZ) stick to cream colours a lot more or raw brick, of course. You are certainly right about the Miami feel. They have adopted the pastel colours and really made the most of them.
DeleteI always think pastel is best.
ReplyDeleteIt definitely works well in sunny climates, Jack.
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