CJ South
Inspiration for a small mid-century modern u-shaped eat-in kitchen remodel in Detroit with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash, stainless steel appliances and no island

Already partially enclosed by an ipe fence and concrete wall, our client had a vision of an outdoor courtyard for entertaining on warm summer evenings since the space would be shaded by the house in the afternoon. He imagined the space with a water feature, lighting and paving surrounded by plants. With our marching orders in place, we drew up a schematic plan quickly and met to review two options for the space. These options quickly coalesced and combined into a single vision for the space. A thick, 60” tall concrete wall would enclose the opening to the street – creating privacy and security, and making a bold statement. We knew the gate had to be interesting enough to stand up to the large concrete walls on either side, so we designed and had custom fabricated by Dennis Schleder (www.dennisschleder.com) a beautiful, visually dynamic metal gate. The gate has become the icing on the cake, all 300 pounds of it! Other touches include drought tolerant planting, bluestone paving with pebble accents, crushed granite paving, LED accent lighting, and outdoor furniture. Both existing trees were retained and are thriving with their new soil. The garden was installed in December and our client is extremely happy with the results – so are we! Photo credits, Coreen Schmidt

Placed in a central corner in this beautiful home, this u-shape staircase with light color wood treads and hand rails features a horizontal-sleek black rod railing that not only protects its occupants, it also provides visual flow and invites owners and guests to visit bottom and upper levels. CSC © 1976-2020 Century Stair Company. All rights reserved.

Example of a small 1960s white tile and ceramic tile porcelain tile, white floor and single-sink bathroom design in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, gray walls, a vessel sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops, a niche and a freestanding vanity

Inspiration for a small 1950s dark wood floor, brown floor and wallpaper powder room remodel in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, a vessel sink, quartzite countertops, white countertops and a freestanding vanity

Example of a small 1950s galley laminate floor eat-in kitchen design in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Living room furnishing and remodel
Example of a small mid-century modern open concept medium tone wood floor, brown floor and shiplap ceiling living room design in Los Angeles with white walls, a corner fireplace, a brick fireplace and a corner tv

Bathroom - small 1950s master white tile and subway tile porcelain tile, black floor and single-sink bathroom idea in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartzite countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Vintage furniture from the 1950's and 1960's fill this Palo Alto bungalow with character and sentimental charm. Mixing furniture from the homeowner's childhood alongside mid-century modern treasures create an interior where every piece has a history.

mid-century modern bathroom with terrazzo countertop, hexagonal sink, custom walnut mirror with white powder coated shelf, teal hexagonal ceramic tiles, Porcelanosa textured large format white tile, gray oak cabinet, Edison bulb sconce hanging light fixtures. Modernes Badezimmer aus der Mitte des Jahrhunderts mit Terrazzo-Arbeitsplatte, sechseckiges Waschbecken, maßgefertigter Spiegel aus Nussbaumholz mit weißer, pulverbeschichteter Ablage, sechseckige Keramikfliesen in Tealachs, großformatige weiße Fliesen mit Porcelanosa-Struktur, Schrank aus grauer Eiche, Hängeleuchten mit Edison-Glühbirne.

Olive ash veneer vanity cabinet floats above the grey tile floor, complementing a green tiled shower. photography by adam rouse
Inspiration for a small mid-century modern master green tile and ceramic tile porcelain tile alcove shower remodel in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface countertops and a one-piece toilet

Mid-century modern living room with open plan and floor to ceiling windows for indoor-outdoor ambiance, redwood paneled walls, exposed wood beam ceiling, wood flooring and mid-century modern style furniture, in Berkeley, California. - Photo by Bruce Damonte.

Build: Jackson Design Build. Designer: Kruger Architecture. Photography: Krogstad Photography
Example of a small mid-century modern kitchen design in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and gray countertops

This Willow Glen Eichler had undergone an 80s renovation that sadly didn't take the midcentury modern architecture into consideration. We converted both bathrooms back to a midcentury modern style with an infusion of Japandi elements. We borrowed space from the master bedroom to make the master ensuite a luxurious curbless wet room with soaking tub and Japanese tiles.

Reagen Taylor
Inspiration for a small 1950s master white tile and ceramic tile medium tone wood floor bathroom remodel in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, a wall-mount toilet, white walls, a vessel sink and quartz countertops

Strong horizontal lines are used in several ways: The fireplace, the mantel, the floating shelves, and the floating cabinets.
Example of a small 1960s enclosed light wood floor living room design in Other with beige walls, a ribbon fireplace, a tile fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Steven Risting
Small 1960s enclosed carpeted and beige floor family room photo in Indianapolis with a music area

Example of a small mid-century modern open concept vinyl floor living room design in Columbus with gray walls and a tv stand

renovated mid-century Master bathroom with custom walnut cabinetry quartz countertops, custom walk-in shower
Doorless shower - small 1950s master white tile and ceramic tile doorless shower idea in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartzite countertops and white walls