As Mid Century as a Polaroid
Michael Luke Guarilia is a Registered Nurse by occupation who loves the mid century and Polaroid photography. After all, he writes, “what could be more MOD than POLAROID?” Here he…
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Hexagon Haus: A Colorful Condo in Mammoth Lakes, California
Hexagon Haus is proof that a mountain retreat doesn’t have to be dim and decorated with taxidermied deer heads. Designer and condo owner Kristy Kropat invigorated a 1960s apartment with…
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Ginkgo Leaf Studio: What Makes Landscape MCM?
And how do you choose plants for your climate zone? We put these questions to Jim Drzewiecki of Ginkgo Leaf Studio for a professional opinion. It’s that time of year…
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The Abstract Modern Landscapes of Roberto Burle Marx
Discover Brazil's Renaissance man, who left an indelible impression on tropical landscape architecture with influences from ecology, cubism and abstract painting.
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Spotlight on Docomomo International in the Pacific Northwest
The Pacific Northwest is a hotspot for Mid Century Modern architecture and design. Among the most iconic structures in this part of the world are the Space Needle and Pacific…
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How to Choose Tile for Your Pool
One of the most distinctive features of a pool design is the pool tile. Nothing says carefree and Mid Century Modern quite like a pool, and tile can be one…
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Wendell Campbell: A Black Architect Who Paved the Way for Others
Wendell Campbell’s influence can be seen throughout many cities in the United States, and his legacy lives on through the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA). This visionary had a…
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Vibrant Vibes in this Palm Springs Wexler Home’s Kitchen
The mid century sensibility of this Palm Springs Wexler home kitchen was given a boost with splashes of color and careful restoration of its original features. How did this Wexler…
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A 1948 Herbert Burns Gets a New Lease of Life
A restoration and renovation company teams up with an architectural historian to save a 1948 Herbert Burns residence from being stripped of all its character. We recognize as a hero…
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