This 1956 midcentury home was originally designed and built by noted Austin architect Arthur Dallas Stenger.
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.
Reconnecting with the Outdoors: The Horseshoe Bay Project by Eden Garden Design
The Horseshoe Bay project sought to facilitate a natural, relaxed environment that would combine the outdoors with the indoors of this ranch-style home in Texas Hill Country.
AD Stenger’s 1964 Midcentury Receives a Modern Update
Designed and built by Austin-based architect AD Stenger in 1964, the clients turned to architects Rick & Cindy Black design with the hopes of a refreshing take on modern living.
Monumental Midcentury Modern by Theodore Pletsch
This iconic midcentury home by Theodore Pletsch is one of more than a thousand houses he designed in and around San Gabriel Valley, California.
California Style Midcentury Design on the French Riviera: Villa Aloha
Surrounded by plenty of green created by palms, pines, and olive trees, among others, Villa Aloha rests in solitude on the French Riviera, within the peaceful residential area Tour de Mare.
The 1962 McArdle House Exemplifies “Organic” Architecture
Situated in Midland, Michigan, Hallet’s 1962 Midcentury McArdle House paints a picture of this design philosophy.
A Low Landscape Design Parallels the Mount Merino Modern Retreat
Sitting by the peak of Mt. Merina near Hudson, NY, this contemporary home design serves as a weekend retreat for a young family living in the bustling city of New York.
Landscape Architect Scott Shrader Shares the Malibu Tin House Project
Landscape Design shapes our everyday life. Case in point: The Tin House Project.
Gorgeous double A-frame Eichler Model in Silicon Valley
Joseph Eichler’s iconic homes featuring low-sloping A-framed roofs, clean lines and light-filled spaces have become highly sought after homes.
The Laurel Hills Residence: a Modern Sanctuary, Inside and Out
Modern architecture often finds inspiration in midcentury period design, from creating fluidity to absorbing elements to highlight the surrounding landscape.
A Soothing Retreat in Watermill, New York
Sometimes the natural environment of a location presents a perfect backdrop for designing a landscape to sync with a home.
A Modern Courtyard for a Midcentury Office
Just as with home environments, the composition of an office space makes a world of difference to its overall atmosphere.
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
