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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 06/09/2026

If you aren't reading our newsletter, what are you doing with your life? If you were reading, you'd know about a bunch of great mid-century tours throughout the U.S. - including the Churchill home tour in Pittsburgh. (Look at Pittbert!) Find out more here: www.eventbrite.com/e/churchill-...

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 05/09/2026

Want the short story on how Mamie Eisenhower started the pink movement at mid-century? Check out this great little article from Vinyl & Velvet. "Mamie Eisenhower Accidentally Invented America’s Favorite Bathroom Color, and This Is the Story Behind Mamie Pink". vinylandvelvet.com/mamie-eisenh...

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 04/09/2026

The new Metal Museum opens TOMORROW in Memphis, Tennessee. (Lucky!) This museum is going on my bucket list - and just look at that building - wowza! Read all about it on their website and plan your visit. www.metalmuseum.org/

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 03/09/2026

Did you miss us? Did you know we have a YouTube channel where you can watch us work on restoring our very own mid-century marvel? The first three episodes are live now - subscribe to be the first alerted when a new episode drops. www.youtube.com/@makeitmidce...

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 05/09/2025

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/ . . . #makeitmidcentury #openforbusiness #shopnow

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 04/07/2025

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 · 30/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 29/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 28/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 28/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 26/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 25/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 22/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 21/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 20/06/2025

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). . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturydetails #patternsandtextures

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 19/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 18/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 16/06/2025

I am so far behind and I keep missing these amazing exhibits! . 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-... . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturyphotography #morleybaer

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 15/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 14/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 13/06/2025

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). . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturydetails #spaceraceinfluence

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 11/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 09/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 08/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 06/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 05/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 04/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 02/06/2025

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

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 01/06/2025

So beautiful. . This $3.2 Million Arkansas Home Is an Homage to Classic Midcentury Atomic Ranch Style. Via @robbreport.bsky.social. bit.ly/fold-house . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturyarchitecture #foldhouse

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 31/05/2025

The angles on this house are insane - and I'm here for it! . A 1950s A-Frame Stunner In Northern Sydney. Via The Design Files. bit.ly/a-frame-sydn . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturymodern #aframe

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 30/05/2025

Low and long rooflines are a hallmark of mid-century design. (Krisana Park, Denver). . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturydetails #roofshapes

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 29/05/2025

Holy cow. I am so sorry that I missed this. This is a quilt?!?! . South Sarasota Modern Quilt Guild Presents Mid-Century Modern Astro-Futurism Exhibit at The Ringling's Community Gallery. Via Sarasota Magazine. bit.ly/space-age-qu... . . . #makeitmidcentury #atomicdesign #spaceagequilts

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 28/05/2025

I may have already talked about this book, but even if I have, it deserves a second shout-out! . How Covina's iconic bowling alley inspired a book on lost Southern California spots. Via @ocregister.bsky.social. bit.ly/bowl-a-rama-... . . . #makeitmidcentury #googie #bowlarama

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 26/05/2025

How cool is this approach? . Landmark Mid Century Masterpiece in Outstanding Natural Setting in Essex Fells. Via @montclairlocalnews.bsky.social. bit.ly/montclair-mc... . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturyarchitecture #midcenturymontclair

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 25/05/2025

I'm so glad that this home (and its important history) are being saved. . Mid-Century Marvel. Via the Mellon Foundation. bit.ly/mcm-marvel-b... . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturyarchitecture #robertcoles

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 24/05/2025

A great story and a beautiful home. . How an Architect Restored His 1966 Seattle Home (While Also Paying Tribute to His Father). Via Sunset Magazine. bit.ly/mcm-tribute... . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturymodern #midcenturydesign

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 23/05/2025

Elevating a gate on a commercial building from something pedestrian to something beautiful. (Milan, Italy). . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturydetails #patternsandtextures

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 22/05/2025

This house is subtly gorgeous. . The Home Front: Rare West Coast modern home hits the market in Fort Langley. Via Vancouver Sun. bit.ly/subtle-mcm... . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturyhome #midcenturydesign

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 21/05/2025

Love. Guess I'm a design nerd? (P.S. Book alert!) . Design nerds are obsessed with Architectural Pottery. A new Pomona exhibition and book show why. Via @latimes.com. lat.ms/4dda0jS... . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturydesign #midcenturypottery

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 19/05/2025

I am so behind. How did I miss this crazy auto exhibit? . This NYC shop has the rarest cars ever seen: This exhibition is shocking everyone. Via The Diary 24. bit.ly/mcm-car-show... . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturydesign #midcenturycars

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 18/05/2025

A mid-century house with a moat? Count me in! . This midcentury Sydney house is hiding a mediaeval feature. Via domain.com/... Australia. bit.ly/mediaeval-mc... . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcentury #midcenturyaustralia

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 17/05/2025

I am seriously loving the green cabinetry. Bold choice - and it WORKS! . This Atomic Ranch got a colorful blast to the past. Via Atlanta Magazine. bit.ly/atomic-color... . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturydesign #midcenturymakeover

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 16/05/2025

Such a small detail has a significant impact, slightly rotating every other block vertically to create shadowlines. (Krisana Park, Denver). . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturydetails #patternsandtextures

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 15/05/2025

WHAAA-TTT? Does anyone else know about this little mid-century oddity? . If Your House Was Built in the '50s or '60s, You Might Have This Unique Feature in Your Bathroom. Via @readersdigest.bsky.social. bit.ly/mc-bath-oddi... . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturydesign #midcenturyoddities

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 14/05/2025

I found my new favorite substack, Mid Century Monday! (This installment is about vintage car ads!) . Simpler Times for Automotive Ads. Via @midcenturymondays on Substack. bit.ly/mcmondays... . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcentury #midcenturymondays

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 12/05/2025

I hope this chuch finds a new owner who loves her style! . This Midcentury Modern Downtown Church Could Soon Have A Whole New Life. Via Columbus Navigator. bit.ly/mcm-church-livingston... . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturyarchitecture #midcenturychurch

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 11/05/2025

Love of mid-century design is everywhere. (We see you, @studioyakal) . Studio Yakal Gives Mid-Century Modern Furniture One More Chance. Via @abscbn. bit.ly/studio-yakal... . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturyfurniture #midcenturystyle

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 10/05/2025

Want to learn more about Scandinavian design? Here's a great little primer! . Scandinavian Style 101: Everything You Need to Know About Scandi Design. Via Vogue Magazine. bit.ly/scandi101... . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturystyle #scandinavianstyle

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 02/05/2025

This roofline reminds me of a Swiss-Miss style house, but it's a little wider at the base and has a heavier, more robust appearance. (Krisana Park, Denver). . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturydetails #roofshapes

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Make it Mid-Century @makeitmidcentury.com · 25/04/2025

This is a really crazy roof that I haven't seen before! I wonder how the drains work, and what the slope is front-to-back? (That's the architect in me talking). (Krisana Park, Denver). . . . #makeitmidcentury #midcenturydetails #roofshapes

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