The DeSilver House is located in one of the best maintained mid-century neighbourhoods in the US: New Canaan, CN, where the owners deeply respect the architect original vision.
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Architect Mary Ann Schicketanz Uses All Her Sensibility to Restore a Beautiful Mid-Century House
Architect Mary Ann Schicketanz path towards architecture was unconventional and, somehow, unexpected.
For the restoration of this house, she used all her talent and sensibility to bring back to its original glory a beautiful piece of mid-century architecture.
A Writer’s Mid-Century House Is an Act of Love for Scandinavian Design
Buying a mid-century house designed by John Burrows, was a real journey for Audrey and her husband.
The couple passion for Scandinavian design and Audrey’s background in Architecture, made the house look as we show it to you today.
The Eichler Homes Remodelling Expert: John Klopf
Klopf Architecture specializes in remodels of mid-century homes, often Eichler houses. They focuse on the dwellers needs and respect of the original architecture.
Today, John Klopf tells us about their philosophy and what are the struggles of remodeling an Eichler house today.
The Modernist Inspired Lahaye Residence, Was Not Made To Show-Off
Soheil Nakhshab is the architect who designed the contemporary Lahaye Residence for Nakhshab Development & Design.
A modern dwelling with strong Modernist inspiration. Strong construction quality and a close eye on the clients’ needs.
Robert Blaich: Confessions Of An Industrial Designer
Last week, we shared the first part of the interview with former Vice President of Design and Development at Herman Miller, Robert Blaich.
In the second part of our interview, Mr. Blaich tells us about the industrial design world, and its rules.
A Minimalistic House in Tokyo Features Mid-Century Interiors
Takatina Design is a New York based duo behind many architectural and design projects for the fashion, retail and hospitality industries.
Today, will tell us about one of our favourite modern houses which features a beautiful mid-century modern design collection
Interview With Robert Blaich: The Herman Miller Golden Age
In addition to many other prestigious roles during his career, Robert Blaich also covered the role of Vice President of Design and Development at Herman Miller for over 20 years.
He certainly understands more than most of us about the beating heart of the furniture businesses.
A Midcentury House in Palm Springs Gets a Full Renovation
This project is a renovation and addition to a custom-built mid-century home built in 1954 in Palm Springs, California.
The original post-and- beam construction, custom-wooden windows together with unique the detailing are reminiscent of Cliff May’s Rancho style homes.
The AIA Winning Ramada Desert House is For Sale
Jane is the proud, and so far only owner, of the AIA award winning Ramada Desert House.
Designed in 1975 by architect Judith Chafee, is now for sale and Jane tells us a bit about her relationship with the house, and what makes it so special.
A Charming Mid-Century Lakeside Home Fit For a Fairy Tale
The owners of this mid-century lakeside home contacted us out of love for their house, which they have thoughtfully renovated over the last eight years.
A visual feast for the eyes, the project is definitely something which the owners should be proud of.
The Unique Modernist Style of Architect Wm F. Hempel AIA
Steve Hempel is the son of architect Wm F. Hempel who, throughout the mid-century period, developed a very unique architectural style focused on custom designs and high quality materials.
Steve recently reached out to us to share his love for his father’s designs.
A John Lautner Desert Gem in Palm Springs: The Lautner Compound
Tracy and Ryan co-own what we can easily call a desert gem, near Palm Springs: The Lautner.
Their Instagram profile got our attention and it was just a matter of time before we asked all about their Lautner.
All You Need to Know About Buying and Renovating an Eichler House
An Eichler house owner will tell us what buying a mid-century house brings, what she had to renovate, and why.
Also, she will give us some very useful tips about buying the right Eichler so, be sure to read the interview till the end.
The Love For An Eichler House Goes A Long Way
Hanh and her husband are the proud owners of an Eichler home.
After checking their Instagram profile we had to ask more about their Eichler love affair.
Architect Ryan Leidner’s Approach To An Eichler Home Renovation in Palo Alto, California.
We recently stumbled upon architect’s Ryan Leidner work on Instagram.
One of his most recent projects is the renovation of an Eichler home in Palo alto, California, and we could not miss the opportunity to interview him about it.
Interview to Nonzero Architects: The Mid-Century Architecture Specialists
Today we have a chat with Peter Grueneisen, founder of Nonzero, about his work, approach to modernist architecture and its influence on contemporary architecture.
Contemporary Living Needs and a Modernist Aesthetic, Meet in The Glencoe Residence
The newly built Glencoe Residence, designed by architect Mason Miller, successfully joins the contemporary living needs of the clients with a modernist aesthetic.
Karolina Is In Love with Her Eichler Home
Eichler Homes are special, as their owners. Karolina is one of them and today will show us the one she fell in love with and is carefully renovating with her husband David.
A Beautifully Restored A. Quincy Jones House in Los Angeles
Not a long time ago we told you about architect Cory Buckner and her commitment to preserving a beautiful Mid-century neighborhood in Los Angeles: Crestwood Hills.
Today we bring you the story of one of the homes in Crestwood Hills, the Schneidman House designed by A. Quincy Jones.
The Craig Ellwood Bobertz Residence: a Man And His House
The owner of the Craig Ellwood Bobertz residence told us how he fell in love with this house: a legacy for San DIego and his daughter.