When I talk about design ideas for mid-century house updates, I’m often sharing aesthetic solutions:Â
- Details for built-ins that shift them from looking to contemporary,
- Paint colors and combinations that flatter mcm brick,Â
- Hardware and fixtures that feel timeless,
And, often, I’m also talking about clever layout solutions.
Space planning ideas that connect and multitask. Simple ways to shift a floor plan to make the most of an existing snug footprint. I love focusing on both aesthetics AND problem solving with design.
I’ve been having some real fun lately pulling together a video series of Mid Mod Remodeling case studies that include good aesthetic AND layout problem-solving tips for mid-century homes.  You can check those out below!
But as I prepped each case study, I was reminded of something else.
The design process is super valuable, too.
And going through a master plan design yields HUGE benefits for the homeowners I work with. Benefits that go beyond what the final remodel will look like.
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