Emily Followill
Mountain style dark wood floor and brown floor living room photo with gray walls, a standard fireplace and a stone fireplace

Customized Home Office - Italian Design - Made in USA
Home office - modern home office idea in Miami

pointed ceiling, exposed beams, media room, family area, patio doors, wainscot,
Inspiration for a craftsman medium tone wood floor family room remodel in Seattle with green walls, no fireplace and a wall-mounted tv

Alcove shower - small modern 3/4 multicolored tile and porcelain tile porcelain tile and gray floor alcove shower idea in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, a one-piece toilet, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz countertops, a hinged shower door, white countertops and a built-in vanity

Damon Searles
Kitchen - contemporary kitchen idea in Denver with a farmhouse sink, light wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances

Photography by J Savage Gibson
Mid-sized minimalist gray two-story stucco flat roof photo in Los Angeles

Photo courtesy of Kohler

Inspiration for a southwestern backyard stone patio remodel in Phoenix with a fire pit and no cover

Napa family compound that celebrates the garden and family time. An eclectic home with colorful Moroccan and Venetian accents.
Deck - huge mediterranean backyard deck idea in San Francisco with decking and a roof extension

steve Lerum
Inspiration for a contemporary bedroom remodel in Orange County with beige walls and no fireplace

James Kruger, LandMark Photography, Peter Eskuche, AIA, Eskuche Design, Sharon Seitz, HISTORIC studio, Interior Design
Huge mountain style u-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor kitchen photo in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Builder: Clar Construction Architect: Don Welch Photo: Susan Teare
Example of a large trendy medium tone wood floor home office library design in Burlington with white walls

Giles Ashford
Inspiration for a modern white tile and subway tile walk-in shower remodel in New York

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped bamboo floor eat-in kitchen remodel in Seattle with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

Mid-century modern design isn’t just a trend—it’s a legacy that’s endured for over half a century! Emerging in the post-WWII era, it introduced a bold new way of living, combining simplicity, function, and natural beauty. Shaped by movements like the Bauhaus, International Style, and Scandinavian minimalism, mid-century design emphasized clean lines, organic shapes, and purposeful materials. Designers and architects like Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, and Arne Jacobsen were instrumental in the era, pushing forward design trends that were both aesthetically pleasing and accessible to the masses. This era wasn’t just about furniture—it was a holistic approach to living that celebrated innovation, optimism, and a break from traditional design norms. Fast forward to today, and the allure of mid-century modern design continues to captivate homeowners and designers alike.

Select photos by Martin Cox.
Inspiration for a craftsman landscaping in Los Angeles.

Example of a cottage chic backyard patio design in Seattle with a gazebo

Warm lighting casts golden hues inside this Ehrlich masterpiece. Located in a quiet beach community high on the cliff above the Monterey Bay, this house lends itself to nature and geometry.