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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Sep 5

And - we're back! Thanks for holding on for us to reopen while we moved halfway across the country to our new home. (More on that coming soon). Our store is open for business - check us out at makeitmidcentury.com/
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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jul 4

Wishing you a meaningful and safe 4th of July. Independence Day provides an opportunity to celebrate, reflect, and consider what freedom truly means.

Let us continue to work toward something better together. ❤️🤍💙
#makeitmidcentury #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 30

I love recognition for great things!
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In Greensboro, a historically African American neighborhood makes the National Register of Historic Places. Via @885wfdd.bsky.social. bit.ly/nat-reg-gree...
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#makeitmidcentury #southbenlowroad #nationalregister

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 29

I'm dead. And I'm in love. Oy!
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Banyan House: A Mid-Century Jewel in Carmel-by-the-Sea. Via @stupiddope.bsky.social. bit.ly/banyon-house
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturydesign #midcenturyhome

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 28

Cool history for all of you vintage car buffs!
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The Brazilian Sports Car Maker That Nearly Made It To The USA. Via Car Buzz. bit.ly/brazil-sport...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturydesign #farus

Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 28

Cool history for all of you vintage car buffs!
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The Brazilian Sports Car Maker That Nearly Made It To The USA. Via Car Buzz. bit.ly/brazil-sport...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturydesign #farus

Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 26

How many of these do you know?
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Architecturally stunning homes that changed the world. Via Love Exploring UK. bit.ly/famous-homes
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturyhome #midcenturyliving

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 25

I don't remember if I posted about this collab before, but wowza! It's great!
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Modernica x Stash: Where Mid-Century Design Meets Graffiti Art. Via @stupiddope.bsky.social. bit.ly/modernicaxst...
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#makeitmidcentury #modernica #stashgraffiti

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 22

Want to learn more about Alvar Aalto? Here's a great piece!
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Alvar Aalto: our ultimate guide to architecture's father of gentle modernism. Via @wallpapermag.bsky.social. bit.ly/Alvar-Aalto-...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturydesign #alvaraalto

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 21

A masterpiece restored.
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Aalto's Finlandia Hall restored. Via @architecturetoday.bsky.social. bit.ly/finlandia-ha
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturymasterpiece #alvaraalto

Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 20

From the crisp inverted V roofline to the vertical board-and-batten siding accented by the slightly trapezoidal brick pylons, what a beauty! (Krisana Park, Denver).
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturydetails #patternsandtextures

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 19

I didn't know about Philip Johnson's first glass house - and now someone can own it!
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Philip Johnson Glass House Predecessor Booth House Needs A Buyer. Via @forbes.com. bit.ly/johnson-boot...
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#makeitmidcentury #philipjohnson #boothhouse

Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 18

If you ever have a chance to go to Honolulu - DO THIS TOUR! This home is exceptional, and you will love it!
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Tour Hawaii's Midcentury Liljestrand That Draws World's Notable Guests. Via Beat of Hawaii. bit.ly/liljestrand-...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturyhonolulu #liljestrandhouse

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 16

I am so far behind and I keep missing these amazing exhibits!
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Monterey Museum of Art presents first-ever showing of mid-century modern architectural photography by Morley Baer. Via Art Daily Newspaper. bit.ly/morkey-baer-...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturyphotography #morleybaer

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 15

That soaring structure is amazing!
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Before & After - Dated Finishes Were Removed to Reveal This Mount Washington Home's Mid-Century Roots. Via Living Etc. bit.ly/mcm-roots
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturymodern #midcenturyhome

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 14

The peachy-pink tilework and the wallpaper are a match made in heaven!
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Home of the Week: 1957-built Mid-Century Marvel in St. Petersburg's Pinellas Point. Via St. Pete Rising. bit.ly/stpete_mcm
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturyhome #savethepinkbathrooms

Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 13

Yet another design feature in a light fixture with a space-age influence - like a rocket jet taking off. I've never seen anything quite like it - it's definitely one-of-a-kind! (Krisana Park, Denver).
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturydetails #spaceraceinfluence

Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 11

This house is darn near original, and I hope the new owner keeps it that way.
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If you like mid-century modern, you'll find this Wellesley home groovy. Via @boston.com. bit.ly/original_wel...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturyboston #midcenturyhome

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 9

Ooooh. I love the term "retrovating". I've also heard the term, "unflipping". Which do you like better?
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This Stunning Restored Mid-Century Modern Home in Denver Is a Blast from the Past. Via Dengarden. bit.ly/denver-retro...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturyrestoration #unflipping

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 8

Why mess with a good thing?
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'Blank canvas': Groovy mid-century home stripped back to bare shell hits the market. Via realestate.com.au/. bit.ly/stripped-mcm
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturyaustralia #midcenturymissing

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 7

Well, yeah. I can see the appeal!
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Late architect’s 1965 house hits the market with 65 showings in 3 days. Via @crainschicago.bsky.social. bit.ly/mokena-mcm
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturychicago #midcenturyhome

Late architect’s 1965 house hits the market with 65 showings in 3 days

The low-slung midcentury house in south suburban Mokena is on the market for the first time in the 60 years since its architect and his family moved in.

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 6

Yet another gate in front of a commercial structure elevated by design (in the design capital of the world, nonetheless!) (Milan, Italy).
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturydetails #roofshapes

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 5

How cool is the little flare at the end of the porte cochere?
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This Portland midcentury modern for sale at $1,085,000 has Space Age appeal. Via @oregonian.com. bit.ly/portland-fla
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturydesign #midcenturyhome

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 4

The fireplace has its own skylight! I love this room!
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This $4.3 Million Midcentury Home in Pasadena Was Designed by Master Modernist John Galbraith. Via @robbreport.bsky.social. bit.ly/galbraith-ho...
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturyhome #johngalbraith

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · Jun 2

Be still my heart. What a beauty!
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These 17 Midcentury Modern Bathrooms Will Sell You on a Retro-Chic Makeover. Via Architectural Digest. bit.ly/mc-bath-wowz
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#makeitmidcentury #midcenturycolor #midcenturybathrooms

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