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What to Know About the Butterfly Roofline

February 18, 2026
Written by Kye Cardinalis and Featured image by Forevaclevah

a mid century modern house with a butterfly roofline surrounded by palm trees

One of the most eye-catching and iconic rooflines of the Mid Century Modern era is the butterfly roofline. This roofline is named for its shape, which resembles the open wings…

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A Michigan Mid Century New Build

February 16, 2024
Written by Laura Shimko and Photography by Joe Tiano of Pro Exposure and Architecture by Jarl Jasinski and Design by Elin Walters

This Covid-era mid century new build borrows from its lakefront landscape and evokes a classic MCM vibe with contemporary touches. When homeowners Andrea and Mark Brimmer decided they wanted to…

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