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The Renovation Guide
Mid Century Modern homeowners are busy bees. We never stop working away at perfecting our homes. We ideate, then muse, then plan, then commit, then rethink, then resettle, then create a game plan, and then move on it. Work, work, work, and finally crawl to the finish line—broke and exhausted, but happy. And then we do it all over again. But it’s during those blissfully rewarding and inspired in-between-project moments that we get to bask in the glory of our ideas coming to life.
This issue highlights those brave ones among us who have gone through this cycle again and again and have, dare we say, achieved perfection. There’s a unique and stunning 1957-built Alcoa house in the famed Hollin Hills neighborhood near Alexandria, Virginia, (we are the proud sponsors of their annual tour this year) where the homeowners felt the calling to rescue, preserve and meticulously restore their rare find. There’s also the waterside gem in Seattle where the homeowners and design/build team were able to preserve the best original parts— including its incredible outside-in-outside-again view.
DESIGN
The Weighty Lightness of Dulles International
If you’re flying into Washington DC, you will probably arrive at either the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Dulles…
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Perfect Pairs: Exterior Paint Colors for Your Mid Century Home
There are always ways to bring balance to your mid century home. Check out these exterior paint colors to bring a pop of MCM mastery to your spaces!
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Bold Planters
Stand out with these striking, bold planters to house your potted plants. We love houseplants, and whether it’s for an exterior or interior space in your home, they provide mental health…
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COOL STUFF
Poolside Favorites
Whether you’re hosting a pool party or just sprucing up your outdoor space, these poolside picks will make a splash! Create a Shady Spot Protect your guests from the sun’s powerful rays…
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Retro Finds for Poolside Season
Greet summer in mid mod style with these retro finds for poolside season. Whether your backyard has a pool or not—or even if you don’t have a backyard—these retro and retro inspired…
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Bold Planters
Stand out with these striking, bold planters to house your potted plants. We love houseplants, and whether it’s for an exterior or interior space in your home, they provide mental health…
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COLLECTING
Retro Finds for Poolside Season
Greet summer in mid mod style with these retro finds for poolside season. Whether your backyard has a pool or not—or even if you don’t have a backyard—these retro and retro inspired…
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MCM Summer Bedding: Colorful Comforters and Throws
From colored to neutral, we have 8 MCM summer bedding options to brighten your bedroom.
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Mid Mod Planters and Watering Cans
Whether you want round or square, hanging or sitting, self-watering or just plain stylish, find the perfect mid mod planters and watering cans for your flora. Watering Cans Keep your flora…
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PROJECT HOUSE
Scandinavian Modern Inspiration
For Project House Austin designer Christine Turnkett of Breathe Design Studio, her relationship with Scandinavian Modern started with Ikea and grew to become a major source of inspiration for…
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Project House Austin Shopping Guide: Kitchen
Project House Austin is complete, but the inspiration you take from it is not. When you get the chance to build a custom MCM-inspired home from the ground up, what choices do you make for the…
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Project House Austin Shopping Guide: Kid’s Bedroom
Project House Austin may be complete, but the inspiration you take from it is not. Shop the look of this tasteful, fun and gender-neutral kid’s bedroom! Project House Austin Kid’s…
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MODERNIST INDEX
Get to Know Our Instagram Columnists
There’s always more to know about all things retro and Mid Century Modern, and our Instagram columnists are here to help. Each month, they share their expertise with us on Instagram…
All About Breeze Blocks
Breeze blocks are the patterned, decorative concrete blocks you may have seen covering the…
10 Mid Mod Towns in America
Take a digital road trip with us, as we explore the top 10 mid-mod towns from across the…
William F. Cody: An Open Mind for Open Spaces
If you’re familiar with Palm Springs’ modern architecture, you’ve probably…
Designers + Craftsmen
Put Down That Paint Brush! And Other Tips from An MCM Furniture Restoration Expert
And of course, don’t forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest for more Atomic Ranch articles and ideas!
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Orla Kiely’s Contemporary MCM-Inspired Designs
Whether you are aware of it or not, you probably have spotted the bold retro designs of Orla Kiely at some point. Maybe you have seen Orla Kiely wallpaper, kitchen products, or handbags. (For…
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Modern(ist) Women: Florence Knoll
Using her architecturally-minded design aesthetics, Florence Knoll transformed the corporate design atmosphere into a realm of beautiful innovation.
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