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Modern MPLS

On my way back from St. John’s Abbey, I stopped in Minneapolis to see some noteworthy architecture from a few of my favorites.  First up is Christ Church Lutheran by Eliel Saarinen (with an addition by the prodigal son, Eero).  When it was completed in 1949  Saarinen’s church was immediately recognized as a simple and refreshing take […]

Breuer’s Abbey

Hours gone:  45 Miles driven:  1494 Images taken: 561 The numbers above give a statistical snapshot of my journey from Michigan to Minnesota and back, almost solely for the purpose of documenting another Brutalist building; not to mention the fact that I was awake for 24 hours straight at one point.  In my opinion, it was […]

Pure Michigan

The family and I took a little vacation Up North last week, and I would just like to share some of the highlights with you here.  It was my first time visiting Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, and it certainly won’t be my last.  It’s a bit of a trek for people who live in lower […]