1950s courtyard patio photo in San Francisco

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Eat-in kitchen - 1960s galley eat-in kitchen idea in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, an island and white countertops

Inspiration for a mid-sized mid-century modern formal and open concept porcelain tile living room remodel in Los Angeles with white walls, a standard fireplace, a concrete fireplace and no tv

Located in Palo Alto's flood zone, this Eichler home underwent a phased renovation thoughtfully redesigned to accommodate a growing family of five, with an emphasis on school proximity and nearby grandparents. The bedroom wing was completely reconfigured, including a new front addition as a guest suite for grandparents, expanding the house to five bedrooms and three baths. Taller 9-foot ceilings were introduced in some areas, enhancing the overall openness—a lofty goal for an Eichler. The tranquil courtyard, a favorite spot for the family, was redesigned to allow parents to watch the kids while cooking. The backyard became a relaxing lounging area connected to the living room. Once dark living spaces were modernized by removing a low-hanging beam in the kitchen, adding skylights for natural light, and eliminating the fireplace to create a more functional entertainment space. Finally, new landscaping reflecting the client's heritage and some of the home's architectural elements, creates a harmonious indoor-outdoor flow. Klopf Architecture Project Team: John Klopf, AIA and Angela Alexander Interior Architecture: Klopf Architecture Bathroom Materials and Light Fixture Selection: Lucile Glessner Landscape Architect: Thuilot and Associates Photography: ©2024 Mariko Reed Year Completed: 2024 Location: Palo Alto, CA

Inspiration for a 1950s family room remodel in San Francisco

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Inspiration for a mid-century modern hallway remodel in San Francisco

Design ideas for a mid-century modern landscaping in San Francisco.

Mid-sized 1950s balcony photo in San Francisco

The Mid-Century Modern Living Room of an Eichler home in Southern California Fairhaven tract with floor-to-ceiling glass and clear sight to the indoor-outdoor living areas.

The Mid-Century Modern Living Room of an Eichler home in Southern California Fairhaven tract with floor-to-ceiling glass and clear sight to the indoor-outdoor living areas.

Original Eichler kitchen cabinetry meticulously remains, but fully outfitted with modern, professional-grade appliances: upgraded Stainless Steel KitchenAid double oven; built-in microwave; Stainless Steel Bosch dishwasher; Viking 6 burner cook top.

Sitting on an almost 11,500 square foot corner lot (w/RV access) in the Fairhaven neighborhood, this Jones & Emmons Eichler in Orange, CA is one of the largest Eichler homes to hit the market in Southern California.

Sitting on an almost 11,500 square foot corner lot (w/RV access) in the Fairhaven neighborhood, this Jones & Emmons Eichler in Orange, CA is one of the largest Eichler homes to hit the market in Southern California.

Sitting on an almost 11,500 square foot corner lot (w/RV access) in the Fairhaven neighborhood, this Jones & Emmons Eichler in Orange, CA is one of the largest Eichler homes to hit the market in Southern California.

Reaching the kitchen means passing beneath a deliberately low, compressed hallway — the same compression-and-release rhythm as the carport and atrium, now brought inside. The reward is an oversized skylight overhead, rotated from its original orientation so it now runs with the direction of travel rather than across it — turning it from a static opening into a directional pull forward into the room.

Sitting on an almost 11,500 square foot corner lot (w/RV access) in the Fairhaven neighborhood, this Jones & Emmons Eichler in Orange, CA is one of the largest Eichler homes to hit the market in Southern California.

Sitting on an almost 11,500 square foot corner lot (w/RV access) in the Fairhaven neighborhood, this Jones & Emmons Eichler in Orange, CA is one of the largest Eichler homes to hit the market in Southern California.

Sitting on an almost 11,500 square foot corner lot (w/RV access) in the Fairhaven neighborhood, this Jones & Emmons Eichler in Orange, CA is one of the largest Eichler homes to hit the market in Southern California.

The outdoor atrium: clear aluminum window frames restore the original material language; dappled light and rhythm replace what the bronze frames had flattened.