Make it Mid-Century
@makeitmidcentury.com
We're a small business providing building materials for restoring your mid-century home.
And - we're back! Thanks for holding on for us to reopen while we moved halfway across the country to our new home. (More on that coming soon). Our store is open for business - check us out at makeitmidcentury.com/
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September 5, 2025 at 2:35 PM
And - we're back! Thanks for holding on for us to reopen while we moved halfway across the country to our new home. (More on that coming soon). Our store is open for business - check us out at makeitmidcentury.com/
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Wishing you a meaningful and safe 4th of July. Independence Day provides an opportunity to celebrate, reflect, and consider what freedom truly means.
Let us continue to work toward something better together. ❤️🤍💙
#makeitmidcentury #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay
Let us continue to work toward something better together. ❤️🤍💙
#makeitmidcentury #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay
July 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Wishing you a meaningful and safe 4th of July. Independence Day provides an opportunity to celebrate, reflect, and consider what freedom truly means.
Let us continue to work toward something better together. ❤️🤍💙
#makeitmidcentury #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay
Let us continue to work toward something better together. ❤️🤍💙
#makeitmidcentury #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay
I love recognition for great things!
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In Greensboro, a historically African American neighborhood makes the National Register of Historic Places. Via @885wfdd.bsky.social. bit.ly/nat-reg-gree...
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In Greensboro, a historically African American neighborhood makes the National Register of Historic Places. Via @885wfdd.bsky.social. bit.ly/nat-reg-gree...
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June 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
I love recognition for great things!
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In Greensboro, a historically African American neighborhood makes the National Register of Historic Places. Via @885wfdd.bsky.social. bit.ly/nat-reg-gree...
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#makeitmidcentury #southbenlowroad #nationalregister
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In Greensboro, a historically African American neighborhood makes the National Register of Historic Places. Via @885wfdd.bsky.social. bit.ly/nat-reg-gree...
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I'm dead. And I'm in love. Oy!
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Banyan House: A Mid-Century Jewel in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Via @stupiddope.bsky.social. bit.ly/banyon-house
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Banyan House: A Mid-Century Jewel in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Via @stupiddope.bsky.social. bit.ly/banyon-house
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June 29, 2025 at 3:00 PM
I'm dead. And I'm in love. Oy!
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Banyan House: A Mid-Century Jewel in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Via @stupiddope.bsky.social. bit.ly/banyon-house
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Banyan House: A Mid-Century Jewel in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Via @stupiddope.bsky.social. bit.ly/banyon-house
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Cool history for all of you vintage car buffs!
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The Brazilian Sports Car Maker That Nearly Made It To The USA. Via Car Buzz. bit.ly/brazil-sport...
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The Brazilian Sports Car Maker That Nearly Made It To The USA. Via Car Buzz. bit.ly/brazil-sport...
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June 28, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Cool history for all of you vintage car buffs!
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The Brazilian Sports Car Maker That Nearly Made It To The USA. Via Car Buzz. bit.ly/brazil-sport...
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The Brazilian Sports Car Maker That Nearly Made It To The USA. Via Car Buzz. bit.ly/brazil-sport...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturydesign #farus
Cool history for all of you vintage car buffs!
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The Brazilian Sports Car Maker That Nearly Made It To The USA. Via Car Buzz. bit.ly/brazil-sport...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturydesign #farus
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The Brazilian Sports Car Maker That Nearly Made It To The USA. Via Car Buzz. bit.ly/brazil-sport...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturydesign #farus
June 28, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Cool history for all of you vintage car buffs!
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The Brazilian Sports Car Maker That Nearly Made It To The USA. Via Car Buzz. bit.ly/brazil-sport...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturydesign #farus
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The Brazilian Sports Car Maker That Nearly Made It To The USA. Via Car Buzz. bit.ly/brazil-sport...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturydesign #farus
How many of these do you know?
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Architecturally stunning homes that changed the world. Via Love Exploring UK. bit.ly/famous-homes
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Architecturally stunning homes that changed the world. Via Love Exploring UK. bit.ly/famous-homes
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June 26, 2025 at 3:00 PM
How many of these do you know?
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Architecturally stunning homes that changed the world. Via Love Exploring UK. bit.ly/famous-homes
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Architecturally stunning homes that changed the world. Via Love Exploring UK. bit.ly/famous-homes
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturyhome #midcenturyliving
I don't remember if I posted about this collab before, but wowza! It's great!
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Modernica x Stash: Where Mid-Century Design Meets Graffiti Art. Via @stupiddope.bsky.social. bit.ly/modernicaxst...
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Modernica x Stash: Where Mid-Century Design Meets Graffiti Art. Via @stupiddope.bsky.social. bit.ly/modernicaxst...
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June 25, 2025 at 3:00 PM
I don't remember if I posted about this collab before, but wowza! It's great!
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Modernica x Stash: Where Mid-Century Design Meets Graffiti Art. Via @stupiddope.bsky.social. bit.ly/modernicaxst...
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Modernica x Stash: Where Mid-Century Design Meets Graffiti Art. Via @stupiddope.bsky.social. bit.ly/modernicaxst...
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Want to learn more about Alvar Aalto? Here's a great piece!
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Alvar Aalto: our ultimate guide to architecture's father of gentle modernism. Via @wallpapermag.bsky.social. bit.ly/Alvar-Aalto-...
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Alvar Aalto: our ultimate guide to architecture's father of gentle modernism. Via @wallpapermag.bsky.social. bit.ly/Alvar-Aalto-...
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June 22, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Want to learn more about Alvar Aalto? Here's a great piece!
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Alvar Aalto: our ultimate guide to architecture's father of gentle modernism. Via @wallpapermag.bsky.social. bit.ly/Alvar-Aalto-...
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Alvar Aalto: our ultimate guide to architecture's father of gentle modernism. Via @wallpapermag.bsky.social. bit.ly/Alvar-Aalto-...
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A masterpiece restored.
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Aalto's Finlandia Hall restored. Via @architecturetoday.bsky.social. bit.ly/finlandia-ha
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Aalto's Finlandia Hall restored. Via @architecturetoday.bsky.social. bit.ly/finlandia-ha
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June 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM
A masterpiece restored.
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Aalto's Finlandia Hall restored. Via @architecturetoday.bsky.social. bit.ly/finlandia-ha
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Aalto's Finlandia Hall restored. Via @architecturetoday.bsky.social. bit.ly/finlandia-ha
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From the crisp inverted V roofline to the vertical board-and-batten siding accented by the slightly trapezoidal brick pylons, what a beauty! (Krisana Park, Denver).
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June 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM
From the crisp inverted V roofline to the vertical board-and-batten siding accented by the slightly trapezoidal brick pylons, what a beauty! (Krisana Park, Denver).
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I didn't know about Philip Johnson's first glass house - and now someone can own it!
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Philip Johnson Glass House Predecessor Booth House Needs A Buyer. Via @forbes.com. bit.ly/johnson-boot...
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Philip Johnson Glass House Predecessor Booth House Needs A Buyer. Via @forbes.com. bit.ly/johnson-boot...
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June 19, 2025 at 3:00 PM
I didn't know about Philip Johnson's first glass house - and now someone can own it!
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Philip Johnson Glass House Predecessor Booth House Needs A Buyer. Via @forbes.com. bit.ly/johnson-boot...
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Philip Johnson Glass House Predecessor Booth House Needs A Buyer. Via @forbes.com. bit.ly/johnson-boot...
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If you ever have a chance to go to Honolulu - DO THIS TOUR! This home is exceptional, and you will love it!
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Tour Hawaii's Midcentury Liljestrand That Draws World's Notable Guests. Via Beat of Hawaii. bit.ly/liljestrand-...
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Tour Hawaii's Midcentury Liljestrand That Draws World's Notable Guests. Via Beat of Hawaii. bit.ly/liljestrand-...
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June 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM
If you ever have a chance to go to Honolulu - DO THIS TOUR! This home is exceptional, and you will love it!
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Tour Hawaii's Midcentury Liljestrand That Draws World's Notable Guests. Via Beat of Hawaii. bit.ly/liljestrand-...
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Tour Hawaii's Midcentury Liljestrand That Draws World's Notable Guests. Via Beat of Hawaii. bit.ly/liljestrand-...
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I am so far behind and I keep missing these amazing exhibits!
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Monterey Museum of Art presents first-ever showing of mid-century modern architectural photography by Morley Baer. Via Art Daily Newspaper. bit.ly/morkey-baer-...
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Monterey Museum of Art presents first-ever showing of mid-century modern architectural photography by Morley Baer. Via Art Daily Newspaper. bit.ly/morkey-baer-...
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June 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM
I am so far behind and I keep missing these amazing exhibits!
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Monterey Museum of Art presents first-ever showing of mid-century modern architectural photography by Morley Baer. Via Art Daily Newspaper. bit.ly/morkey-baer-...
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Monterey Museum of Art presents first-ever showing of mid-century modern architectural photography by Morley Baer. Via Art Daily Newspaper. bit.ly/morkey-baer-...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturyphotography #morleybaer
That soaring structure is amazing!
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Before & After - Dated Finishes Were Removed to Reveal This Mount Washington Home's Mid-Century Roots. Via Living Etc. bit.ly/mcm-roots
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Before & After - Dated Finishes Were Removed to Reveal This Mount Washington Home's Mid-Century Roots. Via Living Etc. bit.ly/mcm-roots
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June 15, 2025 at 3:01 PM
That soaring structure is amazing!
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Before & After - Dated Finishes Were Removed to Reveal This Mount Washington Home's Mid-Century Roots. Via Living Etc. bit.ly/mcm-roots
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Before & After - Dated Finishes Were Removed to Reveal This Mount Washington Home's Mid-Century Roots. Via Living Etc. bit.ly/mcm-roots
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The peachy-pink tilework and the wallpaper are a match made in heaven!
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Home of the Week: 1957-built Mid-Century Marvel in St. Petersburg's Pinellas Point. Via St. Pete Rising. bit.ly/stpete_mcm
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Home of the Week: 1957-built Mid-Century Marvel in St. Petersburg's Pinellas Point. Via St. Pete Rising. bit.ly/stpete_mcm
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June 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM
The peachy-pink tilework and the wallpaper are a match made in heaven!
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Home of the Week: 1957-built Mid-Century Marvel in St. Petersburg's Pinellas Point. Via St. Pete Rising. bit.ly/stpete_mcm
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Home of the Week: 1957-built Mid-Century Marvel in St. Petersburg's Pinellas Point. Via St. Pete Rising. bit.ly/stpete_mcm
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturyhome #savethepinkbathrooms
Yet another design feature in a light fixture with a space-age influence - like a rocket jet taking off. I've never seen anything quite like it - it's definitely one-of-a-kind! (Krisana Park, Denver).
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June 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Yet another design feature in a light fixture with a space-age influence - like a rocket jet taking off. I've never seen anything quite like it - it's definitely one-of-a-kind! (Krisana Park, Denver).
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This house is darn near original, and I hope the new owner keeps it that way.
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If you like mid-century modern, you'll find this Wellesley home groovy. Via @boston.com. bit.ly/original_wel...
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If you like mid-century modern, you'll find this Wellesley home groovy. Via @boston.com. bit.ly/original_wel...
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June 11, 2025 at 3:00 PM
This house is darn near original, and I hope the new owner keeps it that way.
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If you like mid-century modern, you'll find this Wellesley home groovy. Via @boston.com. bit.ly/original_wel...
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If you like mid-century modern, you'll find this Wellesley home groovy. Via @boston.com. bit.ly/original_wel...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturyboston #midcenturyhome
Ooooh. I love the term "retrovating". I've also heard the term, "unflipping". Which do you like better?
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This Stunning Restored Mid-Century Modern Home in Denver Is a Blast from the Past. Via Dengarden. bit.ly/denver-retro...
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This Stunning Restored Mid-Century Modern Home in Denver Is a Blast from the Past. Via Dengarden. bit.ly/denver-retro...
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June 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Ooooh. I love the term "retrovating". I've also heard the term, "unflipping". Which do you like better?
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This Stunning Restored Mid-Century Modern Home in Denver Is a Blast from the Past. Via Dengarden. bit.ly/denver-retro...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturyrestoration #unflipping
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This Stunning Restored Mid-Century Modern Home in Denver Is a Blast from the Past. Via Dengarden. bit.ly/denver-retro...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturyrestoration #unflipping
Why mess with a good thing?
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'Blank canvas': Groovy mid-century home stripped back to bare shell hits the market. Via realestate.com.au/. bit.ly/stripped-mcm
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'Blank canvas': Groovy mid-century home stripped back to bare shell hits the market. Via realestate.com.au/. bit.ly/stripped-mcm
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June 8, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Why mess with a good thing?
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'Blank canvas': Groovy mid-century home stripped back to bare shell hits the market. Via realestate.com.au/. bit.ly/stripped-mcm
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturyaustralia #midcenturymissing
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'Blank canvas': Groovy mid-century home stripped back to bare shell hits the market. Via realestate.com.au/. bit.ly/stripped-mcm
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturyaustralia #midcenturymissing
Well, yeah. I can see the appeal!
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Late architect’s 1965 house hits the market with 65 showings in 3 days. Via @crainschicago.bsky.social. bit.ly/mokena-mcm
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Late architect’s 1965 house hits the market with 65 showings in 3 days. Via @crainschicago.bsky.social. bit.ly/mokena-mcm
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Late architect’s 1965 house hits the market with 65 showings in 3 days
The low-slung midcentury house in south suburban Mokena is on the market for the first time in the 60 years since its architect and his family moved in.
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June 7, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Well, yeah. I can see the appeal!
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Late architect’s 1965 house hits the market with 65 showings in 3 days. Via @crainschicago.bsky.social. bit.ly/mokena-mcm
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Late architect’s 1965 house hits the market with 65 showings in 3 days. Via @crainschicago.bsky.social. bit.ly/mokena-mcm
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Yet another gate in front of a commercial structure elevated by design (in the design capital of the world, nonetheless!) (Milan, Italy).
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June 6, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Yet another gate in front of a commercial structure elevated by design (in the design capital of the world, nonetheless!) (Milan, Italy).
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturydetails #roofshapes
How cool is the little flare at the end of the porte cochere?
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This Portland midcentury modern for sale at $1,085,000 has Space Age appeal. Via @oregonian.com. bit.ly/portland-fla
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This Portland midcentury modern for sale at $1,085,000 has Space Age appeal. Via @oregonian.com. bit.ly/portland-fla
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June 5, 2025 at 3:00 PM
How cool is the little flare at the end of the porte cochere?
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This Portland midcentury modern for sale at $1,085,000 has Space Age appeal. Via @oregonian.com. bit.ly/portland-fla
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This Portland midcentury modern for sale at $1,085,000 has Space Age appeal. Via @oregonian.com. bit.ly/portland-fla
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The fireplace has its own skylight! I love this room!
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This $4.3 Million Midcentury Home in Pasadena Was Designed by Master Modernist John Galbraith. Via @robbreport.bsky.social. bit.ly/galbraith-ho...
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This $4.3 Million Midcentury Home in Pasadena Was Designed by Master Modernist John Galbraith. Via @robbreport.bsky.social. bit.ly/galbraith-ho...
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June 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM
The fireplace has its own skylight! I love this room!
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This $4.3 Million Midcentury Home in Pasadena Was Designed by Master Modernist John Galbraith. Via @robbreport.bsky.social. bit.ly/galbraith-ho...
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This $4.3 Million Midcentury Home in Pasadena Was Designed by Master Modernist John Galbraith. Via @robbreport.bsky.social. bit.ly/galbraith-ho...
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Be still my heart. What a beauty!
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These 17 Midcentury Modern Bathrooms Will Sell You on a Retro-Chic Makeover. Via Architectural Digest. bit.ly/mc-bath-wowz
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These 17 Midcentury Modern Bathrooms Will Sell You on a Retro-Chic Makeover. Via Architectural Digest. bit.ly/mc-bath-wowz
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June 2, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Be still my heart. What a beauty!
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These 17 Midcentury Modern Bathrooms Will Sell You on a Retro-Chic Makeover. Via Architectural Digest. bit.ly/mc-bath-wowz
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturycolor #midcenturybathrooms
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These 17 Midcentury Modern Bathrooms Will Sell You on a Retro-Chic Makeover. Via Architectural Digest. bit.ly/mc-bath-wowz
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturycolor #midcenturybathrooms