Categories / Architecture, Property

1930s Berthold Lubetkin-designed modernist house on Genesta Road, Plumstead, London SE18

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It's a style that doesn't appeal to everyone, but from architectural perspective, this 1930s Berthold Lubetkin-designed modernist house on Genesta Road, Plumstead, London SE18 is one of the most significant period houses in Britain.

A mid-terrace house, it's one of a group of four properties designed by Lubetkin in the early 30s, grade II-listed and one of the last few properties remaining by Lubetkin and his Tecton practice, alongside the penguin pool at London Zoo, Finsbury Health Centre and the Highpoint flats in Highgate.

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Categories / eBay watch

eBay watch: 1950s standing Dansette record player

Dansette

Perfect got an 1950s or early-60s-themed home, this 1950s standing Dansette record player, available right now on eBay.

Details are very scarce on the listing, but we love the classic looks, even if its ability to play records isn't clear. The seller says they 'believe it to be in working condition'. However, they 'have no records to check'. Couldn't afford 20p to pick one up at your local charity shop? Despite not being able to get a record, they do offer to get it checked out for you by an electrician…at a price of £15 on top of the final price.

None of which fills you with confidence, but there's no denying that this is a a stylish item and for a vintage Dansette, incredibly cheap right now at just £20.

Find out more at the eBay website

Categories / Retro Men's Fashion, Sportswear

Adidas Stan Smith Craftsmanship Pack trainers

Stan

A few days ago on our Modculture site, we featured the Adidas Samba Craftsmanship Pack trainers. Well, that same Craftsmanship Pack series also offers up a high-end Adidas Stan Smith reissue.

Like the Samba, it's a back to basics shape for the tennis shoe, but with a high-end finish – in this case a waxed leather for the upper, leather toe box detailing and a contrast lining.

A timeless show that's available for pre-order now, £75 gets you a pair.

Find out more at the End Clothing website

Categories / Homeware

1970s Red Apple Tree Moneybox at Hus and Hem

Moneybox

A quirky design from the 1970s that's still being made today – this Red Apple Tree Moneybox at Hus and Hem.

It was and is made in Denmark, originally back in the late 70s and still an eye-catching design today. Use it as an ornament or for its prime use as a money box, there's a key included to get at your accumulated change and a hole so you can hang it on the wall.

Reserve one now, with a modest price of just £8.95.

Find out more at the Hus and Hem website

…and thanks to Natalie for the tip-off!

Categories / eBay watch

eBay watch: 1950s Danish teak side tables

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Two very stylish items at a very cheap price – this pair of 1950s Danish teak side tables.

The title and picture just about sum things up, stylish Scandinavian midcentury design from the early 50s, complete with a decent-sized surface area, open natural cane shelf and a pull-out drawn, not to mention those pincer-like legs.

A couple of wear marks, but nothing to worry too much about, especially at the current price of $24.50 (£15.47) for the pair, plus shipping from Los Angeles, California.

Find out more at the eBay website

Categories / Design and Interiors

Frandsen 1960s Ball pendant light

Frandsen

Sometimes simple is often the most stylish – as is the case with the Frandsen 1960s Ball pendant light.

Designed in Denmark back in 1969 and remaining pretty much timeless ever since the Frandsen Ball is pretty much what it says – a ball-shaped metal pendant with 2m of transparent cord for a 'floating' effect.

You can choose from a range of colours including limited editions and a chrome finish, all of which retail for around the same price – £60. Not bad for a design classic.

Find out more at the Panik Design website