Like what you see? Please give generously. http://www.thinktechhawaii.com Tiki as tacky / traditional / transitional to be observed on both ends of the world in Germany and Hawaii. Hawaii is considered the epicenter of Tiki culture. In fact however Tiki has mostly been extinct in architecture and interior design. DeSoto and Martin examine potential of […]
Pete Wimberly (Docomomo Hawaii)
Mid-Century Master. Pete Wimberly designed some of Hawaii’s most iconic Mid-Century buildings. Combining modernism with fantasy South Seas elements, his work was the embodiment of the spirit of this time period. Unfortunately, most have long since been demolished, but they can still be seen in documentary historic photographs. The host for this episode is Desoto […]
Chasing the Sun (Or a Reasonable Facsimile Thereof) (Adventures In Small Business)
Customer Service is key. In this episode of Adventures In Small Business we’ll talk about the benefits of having a tanning salon in Hawaii are many more than you think. The host for this episode is Dennis Boyd. The guest for this episode is Donna Cavalier. ThinkTech Hawaii streams live on the Internet from 11:00 […]
Transcultural Tiki (Humane Architecture)
Reflecting on the nature of transcultural transcontinental Tiki. Desoto and Martin take DeSoto’s keynote speech at the world’s most important Tiki conference in San Diego and Martin’s exposure to Tiki culture back in his native Germany as the reason to reflect on the nature of transcultural transcontinental Tiki. The host for this episode is Martin […]