The Pool and the Stream Redux
99% Invisible
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Skateboarding's Evolution: From Pools to Pavement
This chapter traces the origins of modern skateboarding, beginning with its early days and the creative repurposing of materials. It highlights the pivotal introduction of urethane wheels and the thrill of skating in empty swimming pools, which revolutionized the culture in the 1970s. Additionally, it connects the skateboarding movement to the design philosophies of iconic gardens, showcasing the intersection of landscape architecture and urban exploration.
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