Just as with home environments, the composition of an office space makes a world of difference to its overall atmosphere.
Interviews
Who are the people whom so carefully restored and decorated that mid-century house? Who’s the architect that designed the contemporary Modernist retreat that amazed us and what inspires him/her during the design process?
These are only few of the questions we ask ourselves when interviewing the house owners, architects and various professionals you will find in this section of Mid-Century Home.
We scratch the surface a little bit to bring you a different perspective on houses, buildings and people we find interesting and love.
Alexander Diepenbrock’s 1961 Midcentury is a Hidden Gem
This 1961 midcentury house by German architect Alexander Diepenbrock was about to be taken off the market when current homeowner Ed Polish and his wife stumbled upon it.
Midcentury Modern Meets Rustic Charm: The Cain Wong Residence
The story of this Portland midcentury renovation takes us back to 2009, when homeowner Aaron Cain purchased the charming midcentury residence situated on a hillside forest in Portland, Oregon.
Andrea Cochran’s Palo Alto Garden Connects Architecture and Landscape
This modern home by Seattle Architecture firm Suyama Peterson Deguchi in Palo Alto, CA, is filled with light and air while enjoying a deep indoor/outdoor connection.
The Dream Midcentury Home by Jackson Riley Holliday
Resting calmly on a hillside surrounded by trees, this midcentury modern home was crafted by Georgia native, Macon architect Jackson Riley Holliday.
A Japanese Garden Within a Californian Context: Terremoto’s Purple Drank Project
Midcentury modern architecture leans heavily on the concept that good design must be accessible, functional and follow an indoor/outdoor connection.
California Climate Shines Through Terremoto’s Eichler Landscaping Project
We delve into the Eichler #1, a landscaping project commissioned to Terremoto landscape design for an original Eichler in Southern California.
Introducing Landscape Architecture for Midcentury Homes
The craft of landscaping redefines spaces, brings them together creating contrast in unexpected ways. Landscape design is not only about embellishing the site but also functionality.
A Retro Revamp: Ariel Adds Glamour to Her Midcentury Kitchen
Ariel Garneau of home decor and DIY blog PMQ for TWO shares a beautiful midcentury home with her family of three plus pets. As part of the One Room Challenge, Ariel and her husband Dan aspired to modernize their kitchen.
San Diego’s “Most Distinguished Place to Live” – The Salomon Building
This gorgeous 31 unit midcentury modern building is characterized by light and natural tones with an emphasis on the connection between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Homeowner Steven Ferrarese Shares His William Krisel Home With Us
Upon spotting an original William Krisel designed home for the Alexander Company via our Mid-Century Home Owners Facebook Group, we got in touch with homeowner Steven Ferrarese to inquire about how he came to be in possession of the Vista Las Palmas home.
Midcentury Modernism in the Thick of Wildlife: The Woodland House
Nestled in the thick of five wooded acres of land, the Woodland House provides Graphic Designer Andrew Merritt, wife Abbey, son and two dogs the much valued peace and quiet from the hustle of the rest of the world.
Untouched Midcentury Receives A Warm Touching Up
As fresh homeowners of this original 1958 midcentury gem, Designer Jessica Hansen of Tandem Design Interiors and her husband Kevin Jones took on a massive project.
The Jafari House is a Modern Representation With a Feel of Midcentury
Drama-Fueled Modernism on the Waterfront: The Jafari Residence
Edward Fickett’s Midcentury Modern Gem For Sale In Los Angeles
This midcentury modern gem is the stunning produce of prolific American architect Edward Fickett’s craftsmanship.
Midcentury House Renovation in Boise, Idaho: Before/After
A midcentury house renovation in Boise, Idaho by designer Jessica Luque. A Modest midcentury home has been brought back to life thanks to smart design choices.
The Ackermans: Love For Design
Laura is the daughter of two talented designers, whose working lives spanned much of the midcentury period: Jerome and Evelyn Ackerman.
Today, she tells us more about her parents’ work and close relationship.
Marcel Breuer’s Sayer House in Normandie
After discovering the Bauhaus maestro Marcel Breuer, Louis and Babette Sayer turned to the architect with their aspiration for a place they can call home in Normandy.
This Stunning Eichler Home in Orange County Could be Yours
Eichler Homes renovations are often a labour of love, this Eichler in the Fairhaven Neighborhood in Orange, is no exception.
This careful update to the original, designed by architects Anshen & Allen in 1963, was necessary to meet modern living standards.
A Modern Extension Centred Around a Century Old Jacaranda Tree
From the street, Jac House is just an idyllic Victorian cottage from 1907. Little would one know that this quaint villa in an inner suburb of Sydney has had a major modern extension added to its rear.
A Seamless Integration of Outdoors and In: The Arthur Street House in Melbourne
The Arthur Street House as it stands today is an unpretentious, timeless and honest modern home, with thoughtful use of materials and space.
A Romantic Response to the Italian Palazzo: The Courtyard House in Australia
A tribute to the owners’ Italian heritage and their working-class roots, the Courtyard House in Templestowe Lower, Australia, is a beautiful modern residential home built by FIGR architects.
Living on a Cliffhanger: Westcliff Pavilion in South Africa
This modern house in Johannesburg, South Africa, truly encapsulates inside-outside living. Located in a wooden region at the inception of a face of a major ridge, Westcliff Pavilion is surrounded on many sides by glass retractable walls, embracing nature on every angle.
A Robert Green Restored Residence in Atlanta, Georgia, Hits The Market
A house designed by a Frank Lloyd Wright apprentice that, without emulating the master too much, represents the architect’s views on dwelling and space design.
The property is now for sale and today its owner and interior design consultant, tell us all about it.
A Classic Mid-Century Home For Sale in Kansas City
Sarah and her husband knew what to look for when searching for a new home for their growing family: a mid-century house.
The focus on open spaces and easy interaction with the outdoors, were specific features they did not want to compromise on.
