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Glean from homeowners, designers, builders and architects as they share their expert insight on the style. Their stories of house hunting and renovation are sure to inspire.

GOOD TROUBLE

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BUYING AN MCM FIXER UPPER • How to research for a renovation budget

RENOVATION READY • Our picks for products to elevate your next improvement project.

BREATHING ROOM • Subtracting walls, adding windows and floating ceilings opened up this cramped space.

BEACH CHARACTER • A mid-century tract home gets a refresh with inspiration from surfing, South Africa and organic modernism.

TERRAZZO • This luxury material might be more feasible than you think. It’s all about short term versus long term costs.

CHEAT SHEET

BLUE MOON • This small kitchen gets a big style upgrade that restores its midcentury charm.

Honoring the PAST, Designing for the FUTURE • A Minneapolis home undergoes a thoughtful renovation for the homeowners’ golden years.

FOREST REFUGE • Mid Century Modern meets modern minimalist in this 1963 secluded home nestled in the west hills of Portland, OR.

GOOD BONES, GOOD VIBES • An architecturally rare 1962 Palm Springs house gets updated for 21st century living.

A STAR REBORN • A professional interior designer and mid-century enthusiast looked beyond the dilapidation of this former rental home and resurrected it as a glorious MCM jewel.

GROWING UP • A young family decides to modify their beloved mid-century home by adding a second story rather than move to a larger residence.

COOKING UP COLOR • Need some inspiration to break away from the all-white approach to kitchen design? Check out these spaces to help convince you that nothing heats up style like a good dose of color.

HOUSE PAINT COLOR GUIDE • Looking for the perfect shade for your mid century gem? Check out these tones and swatches to make the perfect match.

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A METHOD TO THE MIX • How to combine colors, patterns and finishes for a chic and cohesive look.