Comments on: Open thread: What would you like to see at Retro Renovation this year?

By: Tikimama

Tikimama — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 00:30:07 +0000

Isn’t it Super Kawaii Mama (above), PugFreek and Retroppo?? The Australians, that is!

By: Pam Kueber

Pam Kueber — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 23:04:45 +0000

Who is the third, PugFreek?

By: PugFreek

PugFreek — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 22:55:55 +0000

Mid Mod Pam 01.02.09 at 2:30 pm
PugFreek, Can you help me out with scouring for retro-Australia posts? Send me recommendations and I’ll be happy to do more. Did I ever say: I think I was meant to be born an Australian!

I dont think you did say that!Retroppo, and I will look out for
Australain stuff!And I would also like to see more Kitch, unusal stuff!Oh i forgot the Australain count is now 3!

By: tailfin

tailfin — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 20:18:56 +0000

I would like to echo Super Kawaii Mama’s request to see what kind of art choices people have made to complement their mid-century furnishings & homes. I am lucky in that my dad is an abstract painter (and a damn talented one, if I may brag on him!), and I have quite a few of his pieces in my home.

Some are actually authentic mid-century paintings in that he created them in the 1950s and 1960s; others are representative of his later and current work.

I also enjoy using every day items as art, but I would love to find additional sources for paintings, prints and drawings from the mid-20th Century. Obviously, I tend to lean toward the abstract, but I have an appreciation for all styles.

By: Femme1

Femme1 — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 15:21:34 +0000

Pam, I know your web real estate is limited, but I think the “Join the Fun” section showing the latest reader comments could be expanded. With the site getting so many new people commenting, we often miss new comments.

By: Mid Mod Pam

Mid Mod Pam — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 14:32:29 +0000

super kawaii mama, welcome to our retro renovation community, it’s great to hear from another australian reader! i have noted your question – and will noodle it and plan a post. i am very interested in this issue, actually!

By: super kawaii mama

super kawaii mama — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 05:09:46 +0000

Hi Pam! I’m always progressively retro – fitting my place here in Australia, and I am up to a point where I am seeking ideas on mid century art work. Rather than using advertising prints of the time, which seems to be popular, I’d like to create a more authentic feel in my art work choice. Can you give some guidance on piece that would be appropriate for a family/sunroom and a kitchen area? One of the problems I have encountered with mid century pieces is that the scale of the works are too small for the size of my walls, given that the room dimensions now days seem much larger.
Thanks for the opportunity to chime in.
Xxx Super Kawaii Mama xxX

By: Carleton Heights Girl

Carleton Heights Girl — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 18:16:34 +0000

Thanks, Pam! Looking forward to it.

By: Mid Mod Pam

Mid Mod Pam — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 18:14:36 +0000

Welcome, Carleton Heights Girl. I’m definitely focused on ensuring that I keep covering the 40s. In fact: Come back tomorrow for some good stuff (if I say so myself.)

By: Carleton Heights Girl

Carleton Heights Girl — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 18:09:44 +0000

I’ve just stumbled across this site and I’m absolutely delighted to see other like-minded people. Thank you, Pam!!

I plan to renovate my parents’ postwar (circa 1947) Victory home later this year, mainly to increase its energy efficiency. I feel that these houses haven’t gotten a lot of respect, and that’s a shame because I think they represent an important part of our history.

Due to some extensive 1970s renovations, not a lot of the original fixtures remain in the kitchen and main floor bathroom. However, I see some great ideas here to bring back the home’s original spirit. I’d like to see more examples of late 1940’s decor on your blog. Keep up the great work!