99% Invisible The Pool and the Stream
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Jul 4, 2017 The podcast explores the influence of a kidney-shaped swimming pool on popular culture, landscape architecture, and skateboarding's rebellious culture. It discusses the iconic Dunnell Garden and its impact on suburban backyard designs. It also delves into the origins of the kidney pool and its connection to architect Alvar Alto's cross-disciplinary work. The podcast highlights Alto's significant influence on Finnish architecture and his role in shaping a unique aesthetic. Additionally, it explores the relationship between architects Alvar Alto and Thomas Church in designing curvaceous pools. The chapter concludes with acknowledgements and a promotional segment for MetaQuest 3 and the Lenovo Yoga 9i laptop.
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Early Skateboarding
- Stacy Peralta, a skateboarding pioneer, fondly recalls his first skateboarding experience as a child.
- Despite the clunky clay wheels, he found a sense of blissful stillness, sparking a lifelong passion.
Urban Reinterpretation
- Urethane wheels revolutionized skateboarding in the early 1970s.
- Skaters began to reinterpret urban spaces, finding opportunities in everyday architecture.
Drought and Pool Skating
- The California drought in the 1970s emptied pools, creating perfect skate spots.
- This led to the rise of pool skating and shaped modern skateboarding.