51 Mid-Century Modern Houses With Tips To Design And Decorate Yours: Interior Design Ideas

[View in browser](=.rCliN0a6vttQueUaecLAukCYXm2wI35F5ESVN9xRtWk) =.pBkCP5KHA3QHmWXe-vF0u8mxcP8pydkHTSq2ZTqctY4 [51 Mid-Century Modern Houses With Tips To Design And Decorate Yours](=.1XUTaaHiEe9Qp7HyeBKBGmvoSoNV1Wd7tsotEJUzYMg) Discover the timeless allure of mid-century modern home design as we explore enchanting exteriors that have stood the test of time. With their clean lines, seamless integration of indoor and outdoor spaces, and masterful use of natural materials, these architectural gems continue to captivate homeowners and design enthusiasts alike. The hallmark of these mid-century modern exteriors lies in their ability to blend effortlessly with the surrounding environment, often achieved through large windows and sliding glass doors that invite abundant natural light and provide breathtaking views. We’ll see how flat or low-sloping roofs create a distinctive visual appeal, while carefully selected accents and landscaping choices enhance the overall aesthetic. =.lFzErWYhLqtjQNfzl6BsyLDftK_tIqi002EUdTodtns Architect: Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Ludwig Mies van der Rohe designed and constructed the Edith Farnsworth House in Plano, Illinois, between 1945 and 1951. Edith Farnsworth commissioned the steel and glass mid-century dwelling as a one-room weekend retreat. =.8SHYcioMEt6e2XrsiVyo9f7gdjrjF3u0d-hAB6-4Gy8 Architect: Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Photographer: [GLUCK+ Architecture](=.vCjz5BdTNRIbnMNcnNBe-VNwomBhfAHUFoL3USEza78) The Morris Greenwald House in Connecticut was designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in 1955. The house showcases Mies van der Rohe’s distinct modernist style with clean lines and seamless indoor and outdoor spaces integration. =.ZI7Tbm4wYQyYg1HLKJVnBKcF2lAoV8bEFEVKhsZabr4 Architect: Philip Johnson The Glass House, also known as the Johnson House, is located in New Canaan, Connecticut. Architect Philip Johnson meticulously designed and constructed it in 1948-49 as his own residence. Identified as his “signature work”, the building is now utilized as a historic house museum. =.bNreDeQg8NlkOjz7zHqmZI5SJ3wPGHRZHpZVh-zZxXI Architect: Eero Saarinen Designed by Eero Saarinen, the Miller House and Garden is a mid-century modern home in Columbus, Indiana, USA. The family home was commissioned by American industrialist J. Irwin Miller and his wife Xenia Simons Miller in 1953, who would go on to raise five children there. Nowadays, the building is owned and maintained by Newfields. =.Fi_Ixy65rvsfDu8ip4UOI_-Zn8tc5Gl5eQIob1-SrD8 Designer: Charles & Ray Eames Located at 203 North Chautauqua Boulevard in Los Angeles, the glass-walled Eames House is a mid-20th-century architectural landmark. Built in 1949, it served as the 2-story home and studio of visionary design innovators Charles and Ray Eames. =.VvQtVcaD8xkP9NLOGVdUnbHrNM000beSG-tASYOWvpk Architect: Frank Lloyd Wright Fallingwater, designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright in 1935, is a remarkable house located in the Laurel Highlands of Pennsylvania. Built over a waterfall, it served as a stunning weekend retreat for Liliane and Edgar J. Kaufmann, owners of Pittsburgh’s Kaufmann’s Department Store. Fallingwater is renowned for its beauty, recognized as a National Historic Landmark, and celebrated by the American Institute of Architects. =.M78ASThVV4DXIoKvjNf_9Z3KXO-01VCJKqjVndig6sM Architect: Frank Lloyd Wright Cedar Rock exemplifies Frank Lloyd Wright’s influential “Usonian” style, which is often seen in today’s suburban Ranch houses. Designed for middle-class families, its grid-based layout accommodated the standardization of materials. What sets this home apart is Wright’s handpicked furniture, carpets, draperies, and accessories that still adorn the interior today. =.27V8qBAq3AocnViKQjhuHrzoK0WfBqJosfh3tWsuuuM Architect: [Frank Lloyd Wright](=.iviiIvHLgRHzrnlJm0pjCqYyH-9xizIv4CIKiEjZ4v0) The Hanna House, aka the Hanna-Honeycomb House, was a significant collaboration between Frank Lloyd Wright and Stanford Professor Paul Hanna and his wife Jean. This iconic residence features a unique hexagonal floor pattern, a departure from Wright’s usual rectangular structures. Constructed using native redwood boards and San Jose brick, it harmoniously blends with its hillside location. =.KSZaGllG0yS4glQvXmholBN9Hhm9HyTsgV2SYSsYnWo Architect: Marcel Breuer The Hooper House II in Baltimore County, Maryland, was completed in 1959. A central courtyard divides the binuclear house into separate areas of function. Thick stone walls feature a large rectangular opening, which cuts out a striking view of Lake Roland through the property. =.1VqbLRZw5TfJVnJu-_WqJMNkAS9HBBgZZGv8DnaMcK4 Architect: Richard Neutra The Kronish House is a mid-century modern villa designed by Richard Neutra in 1955. With a two-level terrace, swimming pool, sleek flat roof, and expansive edge-to-edge windows, it exudes timeless elegance. =.5hRNM60Wbj43VDt56N2-nLpMIt8cMOkmS8Veov-i4QI Designer: [Klopf Architecture](=.5dk8PESvHujRLSQI7hUJb4Fb-0w1V29oeaaOpkxvQLo) This 3,000-square-foot Californian custom-built home is influenced by the Eichler style. It features mid-century-style wood paneling, floor-to-ceiling glazing, gabled ceiling, and indoor-outdoor living areas. See more of this [mid-century modern-style home in Silicon Valley.](=.sV8Wel6kgYvlkbHjgonuBW9RayyTTGGlZTfGj-sKDeY) =.AHycivtYBG7UOT72CR2GoPTelp4wYFQg1BBYa6-rYYA Architect: Fehr and Granger Designer: [Nick Deaver](=.fdmAlqY3Mt4o1NWwEuv6zIXk_0edKR1FZED2m4orJ_o) Via: [The New York Times](=.o3FDoYv4NhqUS7qzJ0NGTBiIu-4J4fBodMaqXvDGolU) This Austin mid-century modern house, designed by Fehr and Granger in 1956, has a welcoming presence with clean lines and expansive windows tucked behind low limestone walls. It has been thoughtfully updated by architect Nick Deaver while preserving its original essence. =.FZt7rIqKtFLS6FDm8t70d1tM0pWO2UpO8zGm76fJXc4 Architect: [Matt Fajkus Architecture](=.B3h7hnru1QLsr0YJhcDZ1TJHnYALN1UIOnl4-mdJdSM) This Texan mid-century modern home remodel features an enhanced sloping roof construction that redefines its silhouette and opens the home up to more natural light. The original, lower-pitched roof was raised in 2017. =.wM2670_cmMeVjg9zn1Wrd5oiEBEcEqkellp84TYAxhY Architect: [Alter Studio](=.D0Qh0iD_6xsfELh1DWve1-PyUEtwCagoFMBEYWOglR8) Amidst mature oak trees, this home design captures a dynamic spatial experience with carefully framed vistas. Curved wood siding sits gently within the natural surroundings. =.MpE3yqlEs6h5qRYtH3g--wDrfF3-_ZLC1dwuCijwD_0 Architect: [Rick & Cindy Black Architects](=.WVfdmMtq-bBVGzyQ70B6Zrfsn33cRbDXuZdS3GtMlK4) Originally crafted by architect A.D. Stenger in 1964, this house showcases distinctive scalloped rooflines that are thought to be inspired by the old Austin airport. Extensive renovation honors its original charm, preserving period aesthetics. =.zcxSujWKg1hLaYZgJ04r5heoQqYA0NncAint2lKxsZM Architect: [Studio AR+D Architects](=.fAHRiLBCitH7m0yXcl9fG0ToiXhfxWX3x2NoZITTNRc) A sunny yellow door acts as a visual magnet toward the entryway of this mid-century abode. Mature palm trees tower above the flat roofline. =.gz5BXq8a8WrS_FCMF8klGbakGmgSeoO9VCN96w-8iVo Architect: [Axios Architecture](=.xI58f5kfatsMHKR_hTKrq9LCSOGSD-XMqfmmi4Bry8k) This classic 1963 house was lovingly revived to restore its original design integrity. Subtle exterior changes enhanced its linear nature and revealed the beauty of the original ochre brick. =.PxCm6PhSDlk4RD44-lUYQmBwG3qVXHpnvszIMAAs5y4 Architect: [PKA Architecture](=.RwO-T8IPXaMdearbUoEhOTEdERBpEj0enCNMgR7R_B0) Careful renovation maintained the mid-century modern character of this home while enhancing its connection to the lakefront site with huge windows and an inviting terrace. =.2rkmDoVPpF802uiVSkIlPx5w2jQHpC6ry63Uk_lEZgM Architect: [Colab Architecture & Urban Design](=.fm00xXBb-cMqrAkHeG5YTriYbCJ2MnQtioZnvtBTHbY) Located in Portland’s SW Hills, the Highland East House is a 4,300 sqm residence inspired by Pacific Northwest style in the 1960s. It features two courtyards, including one for outdoor dining and entertaining. The design offers flexibility, with a separate suite that can be used as a private office. =.X7H9DdEonryLCTisbsAEhj3K2BfXQ9Kt7PC6LQxmih0 Architect: [Modern House Architects](=.SAdw-ugDl4EL-9Sfl-SibMZN_8De-yK4uQvdxpbgYxc) This Sunnyvale Eichler remodel stands open to the sky at its center. A glass corridor connects an open-plan living space. =.uKzWTryZia59RL0vh8VdK_PIgvMJJ5pLQ9AduX8zhD0 Architect: [Modern House Architects](=.JJc2CUssFUvqpZzpAeJHs0W72K7wO16aHPId95anxII) In San Rafael, this Eichler remodel features a predominantly flat roof with a concisely pitched entryway. =.8XdMEGkG5lPpzM2qlp_jyF1D5iPN9DQOHWriJFxkboA Via: [Houzz](=.WIRPNKQOfk7fVcKAava1Cim5zX6-peV2IbQTfv7Nrlg) Located in San Francisco, this mid-century modern home exterior is finished in a modern gray colorway and a front door that melds contemporary and mid-century aesthetics. A glazed gable end fills the main living room with natural light. =.XBfuFVXyryWXf1uA2DsjNxla1tr4xcBd9qMgcBBtpzc Architect: [Balodemas Architects](=.E0B32qbDmJonN8Ig8xUvQCE8sLZdlhbIqNM_Awmcdhc) A butterfly roof constructs unmistakable mid-century modern flair over this sunny terrace. =.RraEG9EF7h7fMXmLNnf6rZXQJ-nizrJ4Dvcms7Wo2AM Architect: [Mosier Luxury Homes](=.Yf53VoF6eBOOhNaWK5OnOVj6QQHSEAR2Sh4a7nxGDKc) Another classic mid-century modern roofline, the sloped roof and flat roof combo is accentuated here with bold black edging. =.jQbCYcb_NKthJ9O-l3z_C5UogJmCSNuyI8rarW-6dW8 Architect: A.D. Stenger Designer: [Webber + Studio](=.g--xS0Sksl_TqsNRxZFMgYvXmEwP4qQAGlEWWmvmTxo) A trapezium-shaped tower rises from this mid-century residential masterpiece. The unusual add-on is shrouded in mystery by the mature trees that surround the property. =.zr871RCQAITM8EXjw08DBySyO0X2-5QINhSd1A8cLsY Architect: [Moderne Builders](=.1Q-m1pVxOVXmZhKdMUuSs_akyThWWuu8iOwz7CNcd_s) Hop on up a stepping-stone-laden incline to this mid-century home. Desert landscaping fills the slope with color and texture. =.vbI39m8GGNbycDv-prGTkkaC0brwnAFtsL1pnPZdKn8 Source: [Future Landscapes](=.2TSdLmPpCLhpv7UXTAPWxDTZi-iQhvwbBuOGtMfUAsU) A curved driveway offsets the linearity of flat-roofed mid-century modern architecture. =.x0F34g_p_kgnWO6jUvuGqUKrrSzBxmECDl74t3r_wkw Architect: [Robert Bliss](=.BJo2Rof6xBRhd8mETg9-IIo59zNhnX2UxJU8rZBUETQ) Designer: [MSR Design](=.dPCuc9BOuwgM81wg47KkijNaQnruVzRotxevA5Wy85A) The Mount Curve Modern Residence, a significant work of mid-century modernism by Robert Bliss, has been thoughtfully renovated to blend contemporary elements with its original aesthetic. =.Zdh_EoHmXm3aqdbBHCZWx-LLSQZ0w8_JBh-M4t_EWt0 Via: [California](=.LU-3FdwA15m6XNZRkCVH8RYbR7COw9gR0jRWaZAxIvk) Double doors bestow a feeling of grandeur onto this white stucco mid-century modern residence. =.MoiIpS1isZMgVhwAe1rZMM_H8vWZnKBSX725J3fyORc Photographer: [Joel Reis](=.VJVRCoI0s0Q56OQhrSU1rMWRJs1dAQrkus8SCU-yHys) The roofline of this stylish mid-century modern home gracefully extends into a pergola, adding a touch of elegance to the manicured garden. =.pUHbfqGSNHrRj9qYWZL0dpFMqrliJhSiJUbhDGyRnnI Designer: [Genesis Architecture](=.zX8L0NILtTsdLq7zKn-GPL4OmxhAInQsC58wSr_r4HI) A generous two-story mid-century modern house seamlessly integrated into a hilly landscape. The rich ruddy exterior beautifully juxtaposes the vibrant green surroundings. =.FOKBpvvKLQXQQ7JntL6rBYPzCdjfr3BQtK-RTSP9v3g Architect: Saul Zaik Designer: [Jessica Helgerson](=.Aov0dWGtyC3musc3BuNizhxTJYvpjYjzhNbLeRdL3Dc) Modest in size, this mid-century modern house showcases a pitched roof and a calming gray exterior. It creates an illusion of floating above the uneven ground, embodying a serene and lightweight aesthetic. =.zpYdm4b7OcfB0qGoZYs0c4NyUU3lbznSrzBVvQUzcXc Via: [Brick & Battern](=.WuN2tqG_yxhG7d4IgYbYQABTlg9iR1Zsy8Vf5cQ5DZM) Standing tall behind a decorative brick boundary, this grand mid-century modern house commands attention. The white lace-like wall adds an elegant touch to the exterior. =.FKD1zw56R5TAy_x2Lrep8B_P6AgXbkcCgWpZPUhSzNc Source: [Thompson Constructions](=.gsrbah-4W09jg_AJ0yebSdUMrRDJG7tKZAeQXlz2zbE) Exuding modest charm, this cozy mid-century modern house nestles in a tree-shaded landscape. Its ruddy color scheme is reminiscent of the vibrant autumn foliage, warmly blending with nature’s seasonal transformation. =.3jL5PuyQZWtSFgDcF4YZSTjJoo1zQcaZOYncjZ0N3qY Designer: [Hoke Ley](=.1Z0h9_BwRp2C_r5Ap-hhPvLxkYhJ23V4yqY3ymsadFw) With its red brick exterior and striking black window frames, this mid-century modern house boasts a distinct charm. A low-pitched roof crowns the design, while a continuous line of windows threads the perimeter, flooding the interior with natural light. =.zoAYneHxzHY_1yL1-d9ZmN4TKO_NfiymdL9RKHOh8O4 Designer: [Arielle C. Schechter](=.lUK_veLjyN_M6DDtF8JGjMMvipb2BXsPZWFABgD1DHg) Drawing inspiration from Mondrian’s iconic style, this mid-century modern house features a vibrant exterior adorned with artistic accents of red, yellow, and blue. =.gcYoaKxNxmUDmtb-E_5mfJjLwICIDruVRnR_5GY2pFE Architect: [Kersting Architecture](=.qv3pBd8cSSEVkYV6weBEBvTuuJU2LlUJ1_eeVlKQ8mY) A luxurious mid-century example with an eye-catching asymmetrical sloped roof and timeless white stucco. A sociable patio with a playful orange chiminea invites warm gatherings and relaxation. =.SCTK-V7h9eLfQ7IifX4Bf8SmrdZ2Z9YKs8A2omFwhbw Architect: [Young & Young Architects](=.MpiO7KLdlqBSpdRc0cF21cfsqtaMwGactWOvhGfrI0w) Follow a winding brick pathway to the grand double doors of a red brick home with mid-century character and grace. =.zQlcpIrF9sTRZ2FVvLd-J6HM79r_UeTTEvywMt9tDKA Architect: [Lane Williams Architects](=.xYvrNQM1rHhKHqRZzOBQl15WTJ1KvkA3-OtsUmxmQuk) The Vuecrest community in Bellevue, developed in the 1960s and 1970s, harmonizes Northwest contemporary aesthetics. Homes adhere to strict covenants, featuring approved gable or hipped roofs. This design revolutionizes the typical gable roofline with a broad-shouldered form. =._hHKzCGXXCpJ3ekOV4odZNO4szmI5bWI2FTWB6SRnns Source: [Allen Construction](=.ayXa89eJaAuFz26FR7jAKQfxfgLo3ftGHB5u4vs8M0Q) Characterized by a pitched roof extending over a terrace, this mid-century modern home smoothly combines indoor and outdoor living, providing a covered alfresco dining area. =.67sdKS6oF8kPXon5gcpbUdj4eUHBdozZJclTXO4n-vU Visualizer: M Gooden Design Assembled under a series of low-pitched and flat roofs, this mid-century modern home features a prominent tall window next to the front entryway, providing a glimpse into the inviting interior s Enjoyed this email? 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