Reverse Shed Eichler This project is part tear-down, part remodel. The original L-shaped plan allowed the living/ dining/ kitchen wing to be completely re-built while retaining the shell of the bedroom wing virtually intact. The rebuilt entertainment wing was enlarged 50% and covered with a low-slope reverse-shed roof sloping from eleven to thirteen feet. The shed roof floats on a continuous glass clerestory with eight foot transom. Cantilevered steel frames support wood roof beams with eaves of up to ten feet. An interior glass clerestory separates the kitchen and livingroom for sound control. A wall-to-wall skylight illuminates the north wall of the kitchen/family room. New additions at the back of the house add several “sliding” wall planes, where interior walls continue past full-height windows to the exterior, complimenting the typical Eichler indoor-outdoor ceiling and floor planes. The existing bedroom wing has been re-configured on the interior, changing three small bedrooms into two larger ones, and adding a guest suite in part of the original garage. A previous den addition provided the perfect spot for a large master ensuite bath and walk-in closet. Natural materials predominate, with fir ceilings, limestone veneer fireplace walls, anigre veneer cabinets, fir sliding windows and interior doors, bamboo floors, and concrete patios and walks. Landscape design by Bernard Trainor: www.bernardtrainor.com (see “Concrete Jungle” in April 2014 edition of Dwell magazine). Microsoft Media Center installation of the Year, 2008: www.cybermanor.com/ultimate_install.html (automated shades, radiant heating system, and lights, as well as security & sound).

Old Searsport, Belfast, Maine.

Modern & Contemporary Interior Design

Painting the door in a bright yellow created a warm welcome and set the expectation for entering the home. The color pops throughout the house creating an energizing, yet surprisingly calm feel no matter which room you are in. The home itself has a golden energy and the pops of yellow both embrace and enhance the incredible light that floods through the windows.

Midcentury Modern in Mill Valley

Floyd Construction Inc.

Example of a mid-sized 1950s medium tone wood floor entryway design in San Francisco with white walls and a yellow front door

5T - Restoration of a Mid-Century Landmark

Stephen Moser Architect

Photography: Michael Biondo
Entryway - mid-sized mid-century modern concrete floor entryway idea in New York with brown walls and a yellow front door

2017 Parade Home

Trinity Homes

Designed by Amber Malloy. Home Plan: Bradenton
Entryway - mid-sized mid-century modern ceramic tile and multicolored floor entryway idea in Columbus with multicolored walls and a yellow front door

Millstream Drive renovation

DFS Construction Inc.

Example of a mid-century modern wood ceiling entryway design in Salt Lake City with white walls and a yellow front door

Palm Springs Hollywood Glamour

Design Stories

Entryway - small 1960s concrete floor entryway idea in San Francisco with gray walls and a yellow front door

Midcentury Modern - Harlan

Shear Construction

yellow front door,
Mid-sized 1960s entryway photo in Orange County with black walls and a yellow front door

Cohassett Project

Willisland Design Works

Willis Daniels
Example of a 1960s entryway design in Los Angeles with gray walls and a yellow front door

Steven House

Lewis / Schoeplein architects

Izumi Tanaka
Example of a 1950s light wood floor double front door design in Los Angeles with white walls and a yellow front door

Avocado Acres

Alliance Green Builders

Mid-century modern single front door photo in San Diego with a yellow front door

Rio Del Mar Remodel - Front Entry

Urbana Design Studio

This small entry includes a dark fireclay tile laid in a herringbone pattern paired with a bright, colorful front door.
Mid-sized 1950s ceramic tile, black floor and vaulted ceiling entryway photo in Other with white walls and a yellow front door

Rancho Mirage Mid-Century Modern

Lane Design + Build

Large 1960s single front door photo in Los Angeles with a yellow front door

Mid-Century Outdoor Sanctuary

Kraft Custom Construction

After completing an interior remodel for this mid-century home in the South Salem hills, we revived the old, rundown backyard and transformed it into an outdoor living room that reflects the openness of the new interior living space. We tied the outside and inside together to create a cohesive connection between the two. The yard was spread out with multiple elevations and tiers, which we used to create “outdoor rooms” with separate seating, eating and gardening areas that flowed seamlessly from one to another. We installed a fire pit in the seating area; built-in pizza oven, wok and bar-b-que in the outdoor kitchen; and a soaking tub on the lower deck. The concrete dining table doubled as a ping-pong table and required a boom truck to lift the pieces over the house and into the backyard. The result is an outdoor sanctuary the homeowners can effortlessly enjoy year-round.

Mid-Century Ranch

PKA.

Andrea Rugg Photography
Inspiration for a 1950s single front door remodel in Minneapolis with a yellow front door

Project 1322-20 Northeast Minneapolis Mid-Century Modern Kitchen Remodel

Castle Building & Remodeling

The goal of the homeowner was to modernize and make the existing kitchen more functional by adding storage, countertop work space, and better task lighting. Castle was able to design an updated kitchen that refaced and painted half of the cabinets and added new deeper cabinets in an L shape that helped meet the clients goals. White painted shaker style doors and slab drawers help compliment the locally made recycled glass countertops and white oak hardwood floors. Thanks to ample LED cabinet lighting the most noticeable feature of this updated kitchen is the local hand-made mid-century backsplash tile from Mercury Mosaics. A new ThermaTru fiberglass backdoor was also installed. Stainless steel LG appliances from Warner’s Stellian and classic chrome accessories and fixtures give the perfect finishing touches. See this kitchen on the 2018 Castle Educational Home Tour, and while you’re at it, check out the previously remodeled basement / bathroom / laundry room which is also on tour!

Midcentury Entry

Entryway - 1950s entryway idea in Los Angeles with a yellow front door

Berkeley Hills Midcentury Rancher

Regan Baker Design Inc.

Hired by the owners to provide interior design services for a complete remodel of a mid-century home in Berkeley Hills, California this family of four’s wishes were to create a home that was inviting, playful, comfortable and modern. Slated with a quirky floor plan that needed a rational design solution we worked extensively with the homeowners to provide interior selections for all finishes, cabinet designs, redesign of the fireplace and custom media cabinet, headboard and platform bed. Hues of walnut, white, gray, blues and citrine yellow were selected to bring an overall inviting and playful modern palette. Regan Baker Design was responsible for construction documents and assited with construction administration to help ensure the designs were well executed. Styling and new furniture was paired to compliment a few existing key pieces, including a commissioned piece of art, side board, dining table, console desk, and of course the breathtaking view of San Francisco's Bay. Photography by Odessa

Mid century AZ Ranch gets NEW LIVING QUARTERS

Siegler Design Services + INTERIORS

Existing updated ranch home expands living quarters for future use by guest, family member, visiting student or for family's use.
Mid-sized mid-century modern concrete floor and beige floor entryway photo in Phoenix with white walls and a yellow front door

Braeburn Mid Century Modern, Houston, TX

Victoria Sheffield

Mid-century modern double front doors, carved with geometric shapes and accented with green mailbox and custom doormat. Paint is by Farrow and Ball and the mailbox is from Schoolhouse lighting and fixtures.

Mid-Century Modern Entryway with a Yellow Front Door Ideas

Your mid-century modern entryway is the first and last room both you and your guests see, so creating a memorable and inspirational space is key. Whether you have a grand foyer or a no-frills mudroom, entryway designs should reflect your home’s overall style and personality. As you look through 1950s entryway ideas and browse entryway pictures, consider functionality as well as aesthetics to achieve a stylish, organized entry space that’s sure to wow visitors.

How do I decorate my mid-century modern entryway?

Front entries almost always become a drop zone for stuff, which can make decorating seem like a lost cause. However, as you contemplate various entryway decorating ideas, you’ll notice that the decor often doubles as an organizational system. Instead of letting the clutter win, embrace it by adding entryway storage for keys, purses, coats and shoes. Giving each item a designated space will help keep you sane when coming and going, as well as help everyone focus on the retro entryway decor, not the accumulation of stuff. If you have multiple people in your home, give everyone their own drop spot and include a little extra space for guests. The little details are where you can really have fun with your mod entryway design — hooks, bowls and bins don’t have to be boring! The most versatile and unique entryway decorating ideas consist of bringing together different materials, colors and textures, such as wood tones and metallics, to turn a bland area into a stylish space. If you have open wall space, hang artwork or photographs that make you happy or have conversation-starting potential — the most successful entryway ideas incorporate personalized touches as well as functional pieces. Additionally, fresh flowers and knickknacks on a table or shelf always make for an interesting and elegant entryway design.

How do I make my 1960s front entrance stand out?

If you’re in the market for heavy-duty entryway remodeling and revamping, you have a lot of options open to you — you’d be surprised by the huge range of entry remodeling ideas on Houzz alone! As you browse entryway photos and contemplate entryway design ideas, you’ll notice that a successful entry design all starts with the front door. So to start your mid-century modern entryway remodel off right, pick out a front door that is style appropriate yet interesting and unique. Think about what works best with your home — an all-glass door is pretty contemporary, while an ornate wood door is elegant and traditional. An entryway remodel is all about livening and enhancing your space, so don’t be afraid to take creative chances and experiment with door sizes and shapes. An arched door works well for Mediterranean-style homes, and a double door is a great way to make a dramatic statement. If your front entrance is set back from the facade of your home, try using a lighter or brighter color palette, and adding potted plants and a welcome mat to make it stand out. Don’t forget about proper lighting — wall sconces or hanging lights will not only help guide visitors in the dark, but will showcase your door and decor. To give your current front door a quick and cost-effective update, try painting it a bright color or adding new hardware for a fresh new look.

How do I turn my entry room into a mudroom?

For larger families, a 1950s mudroom is the ideal storage space for shoes, lunch bags, sports equipment and pet essentials. This area also does not have to be a strictly utilitarian space — you can take your creative entryway ideas and apply them to your mudroom! Although this space is often near the back door or garage, you don't need an entire room to reap the benefits — a narrow hall or partial wall will do just fine. In the end, a mudroom is all about the storage. Hall trees, counters, tables and benches can collect and organize day-to-day items, while built-in lockers or cubbies will give individual family members their own space. You can further organize your built-ins by adding smaller storage solutions, such as baskets, bins and trays.