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Architecture + Renovation

A Sunny Mod Kitchen and Bath Renovation in Seattle

February 13, 2025
Written by Laura Shimko and Photography by Matthew Gallant

For any mod kitchen and bathroom renovation, it can be tricky to navigate the marriage of contemporary necessities with those original architectural and design elements that set a home apart.…

Big Chill retro refrigerators in red, orange, yellow and white

Retro Kitchen Appliances for Your Vintage Mid Century Kitchen

November 20, 2024
Written by Jickie Torres

If your kitchen style or kitchen renovation draws upon a period authentic or retro vibe, don’t ruin the look with a contemporary appliance suite. We’ve pulled together our favorite retro…

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Cool Stuff

How to Transform Your Space with a Retro Refrigerator

October 23, 2024
Written by Laura Shimko and Photography courtesy of iio and Playhouse videos courtesy of Charmed Resorts

When crafting your own version of the Mid Century Modern vibe in your home, it is easy to settle for appliances that do the job but don’t necessarily excite you or deliver that wow factor you crave. This is especially true for often plain and simple secondary fridges that reside in the garage, rec room, outdoor patio, pool house, and the coveted man-cave or she-shed. iio has come up with a solution to this design dilemma.

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Flooring 101: Materials galore for a just right retro floor

August 29, 2024
Written by Madison Nauta and Featured image by Bret Gum

Looking for a way to jazz up your mid century spaces? Peruse nine types of mid century flooring materials right here!

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Tour a Unique Mid Century Renovation in Oregon

June 25, 2024
Written by Lindsay Jarvis and Photography by Daniel Blue

When this Oregon home entered the market, real estate broker Marissa and her husband loved it too much to list it.

A mid century kitchen with a turquoise, geometric tile scheme.

12 Mid Century Kitchen Design Essentials

A mid century kitchen isn't complete without a few staples of the era. Here are 12 of our favorite design essentials for every mid-mod cooking space!

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Preserving The Best Details in a Stunning Riverside Gem

December 28, 2023
Written by Sarah Jane Stone and Photography by Bret Gum

This California couple has taken special care to protect their home’s original features while restoring and highlighting its unique beauty.

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8 Pieces of Dinnerware You Need This Thanksgiving

November 9, 2023
Written by Elise Portale

You've got the turkey, gravy and potatoes, but do you have the stuff to serve it on?

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Twin Cities Transplants Discover The Roots of Rummer in Portland

July 11, 2023
Written by and Photography by

From McMansion to Midcentury Modern, one family finds a Rummer in the Portland area and never looks back.

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