By Alan George I've been diving deep into the world of retro decor, and guess what? I've stumbled upon something that screams you from...
Melvyn Maxwell and Sara Stein Smith dreamed of living in a Frank Lloyd Wright house. Here’s how they made it happen on a modest teacher’s salary. By Susan Peck Photography by Brett Mountain If you keep on believing, the dream you wish will come true. If that sounds like a line from a fairy tale, it is. It was also the philosophy that helped Melvyn Maxwell and Sara Stein Smith build their historic Frank Lloyd Wright house in Bloomfield Hills in 1949. The dream began for Melvyn Maxwell (known as Smithy) in 1939, while teaching at a Detroit public school. Mesmerized by a slide presentation of Wright’s Fallingwater house in Pennsylvania, he made a grandiose vow to his fiance, Sara — also a teacher with a modest salary — “One day we will own a home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.” According to an excerpt from “Frank Lloyd Wright Remembered,” after a chance meeting with Wright at his home, Taliesin, the Smiths spent hours in the architect’s studio sharing their vision of building one of his homes in Michigan. They wanted it to become a mecca for artists and musicians — hosting small concerts and art exhibitions yearlong. Wright was […]
Looking to give your living room an earthy yet modern refresh? The midmod boho look is all about blending vintage mid-century style with bohemian flair. Take a look at my favorite style below: This…
Built in 1949, the spectacular Southern California compound designed by Richard Neutra has been restored to its former glory
Step into a world where the eclectic charm of bohemian style meets the sleek sophistication of mid-century modern design. This photo gallery showcases
This remodel of a mid century gem has been featured on the cover of the Boston Globe Magazine. The house was designed to incorporate the rural vibe of Lincoln with spectacular exposed wooden beams and deep overhangs.
Houses of the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s are now old enough to suffer from the indignities of age as well as constant assaults made to “update” them. Applied thoughtfully, modern materials and methods will make them better than new.
Step into a world where the eclectic charm of bohemian style meets the sleek sophistication of mid-century modern design. This photo gallery showcases
1962 Graham House | Architects: Arthur Erickson & Geoffrey Massey | West Vancouver, B.C., Canada | Photos: Erickson Collection Wealthy developer, Shiraz Lalji, bought the house and tore it down in...
Image home was featured on Restore Oregon’s 2014 Mid-Century Modern By media-cache-cd0.pinimg.com Resolution of Design home : 736 x 737 · 111 kB · jpeg acctchem.com/mid-century-modern-house-interior/
Looking to give your living room an earthy yet modern refresh? The midmod boho look is all about blending vintage mid-century style with bohemian flair. Take a look at my favorite style below: This…
Step into a world where the eclectic charm of bohemian style meets the sleek sophistication of mid-century modern design. This photo gallery showcases
Olson Kundig reinvents the architecture of a mid-century home, while Erica Colpitts makes the interiors reflect the serene landscape outside.
I've quietly continued to get inspired by the mid-century era yet in recent times I've not brought anything across onto the blog in correspondence with this. Today I felt it was about time I stopped hoarding my sources of inspiration and shared them with you all, so here we are with a collection of photographs that Fredrick Barr has lovingly curated over on flickr, which I'm sure many of you are go ...
With respect for its midcentury design, a couple calls on architect Margaret McCurry to update their Chicago home for coming generations
Ready to make your 1950s bathroom dreams come true, then you've come to the right place. Read on to discover 23 midcentury modern bathroom ideas that will add a little retro magic to your daily routine.
Completed in 1952, a year before the influential “Design in Scandinavia” exhibition, the Bendit House offers an interesting glimpse of mid-century design.
Step into a world where the eclectic charm of bohemian style meets the sleek sophistication of mid-century modern design. This photo gallery showcases
Think twice before you paint over your mid-century brick: a short term facelift could damage the character and durability of your home.
Looking to give your living room an earthy yet modern refresh? The midmod boho look is all about blending vintage mid-century style with bohemian flair. Take a look at my favorite style below: This…
Completed in 1952, a year before the influential “Design in Scandinavia” exhibition, the Bendit House offers an interesting glimpse of mid-century design.
Rodney Walker was resolutely not an architect. He saw himself in a larger role as both designer, and hands-on builder. Nevertheless, his innovative building concepts, and modernist vision, caught the eye of John Entenza who invited him into the now famous Case Study House Program where he designed and built three of the Case Study […]
London Modernism is a minimal residence located in London, United Kingdom, designed by William Smalley
Step into a world where the eclectic charm of bohemian style meets the sleek sophistication of mid-century modern design. This photo gallery showcases
Step into a world where the eclectic charm of bohemian style meets the sleek sophistication of mid-century modern design. This photo gallery showcases
This post may contain affiliate links. Read the full disclosure for more information. From iconic shag carpets, to conversation pits, to eclectic patterns, the ’70s...
Located in Point Lookout in Queensland, Australia, this modern beach home is a brainchild of Paul Butterworth Architects.
This post may contain affiliate links. Read the full disclosure for more information. From iconic shag carpets, to conversation pits, to eclectic patterns, the ’70s...
Reinvent timeless charm with these mid-century modern kitchen ideas
Image 7 of 21 from gallery of Dhsac Residence / Bitte Design Studio. Photograph by Ernest Theofilus
Step into a world where the eclectic charm of bohemian style meets the sleek sophistication of mid-century modern design. This photo gallery showcases
Step into a world where the eclectic charm of bohemian style meets the sleek sophistication of mid-century modern design. This photo gallery showcases
With respect for its midcentury design, a couple calls on architect Margaret McCurry to update their Chicago home for coming generations
Step into a world where the eclectic charm of bohemian style meets the sleek sophistication of mid-century modern design. This photo gallery showcases
This post may contain affiliate links. Read the full disclosure for more information. From iconic shag carpets, to conversation pits, to eclectic patterns, the ’70s...
