SubscribeSign In
Collection by MYD studio, inc.

Mid century modern

favorite modernist finds // architecture, interiors, arts + design

View 26 Photos
Mid-century designer Jens Risom's A-framed prefab family retreat, located on the northern portion of Block island, is bordered by a low stone wall, an aesthetic element that appears throughout the land.
Mid-century designer Jens Risom's A-framed prefab family retreat, located on the northern portion of Block island, is bordered by a low stone wall, an aesthetic element that appears throughout the land.
interior volumes at vaulted ceiling [midcentury renovation, niguel west ca]
interior volumes at vaulted ceiling [midcentury renovation, niguel west ca]
linear window + modern landscaping at midcentury renovation / orange county, california
linear window + modern landscaping at midcentury renovation / orange county, california
In the living space, which looks past a fireplace and out to a pool, sits under original beamed ceilings in a characteristic A-frame shape.
In the living space, which looks past a fireplace and out to a pool, sits under original beamed ceilings in a characteristic A-frame shape.
orange pivot gate + cedar at concrete / exterior courtyard entry [midcentury modern renovation / orange county, california]
orange pivot gate + cedar at concrete / exterior courtyard entry [midcentury modern renovation / orange county, california]
A large nelson bubble lamp and mid-century furniture at the formal dining room complement the painted blue coffered ceiling.
A large nelson bubble lamp and mid-century furniture at the formal dining room complement the painted blue coffered ceiling.
eames house bird(s)
eames house bird(s)
TWA Terminal, interior, designed by Eero Saarinen, 1962. Gelatin silver print. Carnegie Museum of Art, Purchase: gift of the Drue Heinz Trust. Image courtesy of Carnegie Museum of Art, copyright Ezra Stoller/Esto, Yossi Milo Gallery.
TWA Terminal, interior, designed by Eero Saarinen, 1962. Gelatin silver print. Carnegie Museum of Art, Purchase: gift of the Drue Heinz Trust. Image courtesy of Carnegie Museum of Art, copyright Ezra Stoller/Esto, Yossi Milo Gallery.
The sofa in the family room was designed by Helgerson with Magnifique fabric by Kravet. The 265 Wall Lamp is by Paolo Rizzatto for Flos, and the pine coffee table is from The Good Mod, a local shop in Portland.
The sofa in the family room was designed by Helgerson with Magnifique fabric by Kravet. The 265 Wall Lamp is by Paolo Rizzatto for Flos, and the pine coffee table is from The Good Mod, a local shop in Portland.
Inside, a Herman Miller bench creates a small sitting area. A rich collection of artwork, amassed over the years by the Saleks' mother, Mahshad, is visible at every turn. The flooring throughout is a warm walnut.
Inside, a Herman Miller bench creates a small sitting area. A rich collection of artwork, amassed over the years by the Saleks' mother, Mahshad, is visible at every turn. The flooring throughout is a warm walnut.
concrete, wood slats + smooth stucco at orange pivot door / exterior courtyard entry [midcentury modern renovation / laguna niguel, california]
concrete, wood slats + smooth stucco at orange pivot door / exterior courtyard entry [midcentury modern renovation / laguna niguel, california]
The Kaufman Residence by Richard Neutra, Palm Springs, 1946. Photo courtesy of the Julius Sherman Photography Archive, Getty Research Institute, Los Angeles.
The Kaufman Residence by Richard Neutra, Palm Springs, 1946. Photo courtesy of the Julius Sherman Photography Archive, Getty Research Institute, Los Angeles.
A vintage Molded Plywood Lounge Chair (LCW) by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller sits in front of built-in shelving in untreated hemlock.
A vintage Molded Plywood Lounge Chair (LCW) by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller sits in front of built-in shelving in untreated hemlock.
"As a Case Study House—most materials and techniques which have been used here are standard to residential architecture. In the structural system that evolved from these materials and techniques, it was not difficult to house a pleasant space for living and working....Color was planned and used as a structural element, and while much concern was given to its use in the various structural planes, the most gratifying of all the painted surfaces is the dark, warm gray that covers the structural steel and metal sash." —Charles Eames, architect, as published in the December 1949 issue of Art & Architecture. Image courtesy Edward Stojakovic/Flickr. #iconic #losangeles #eames #charleseames #rayeames #casestudy #entenza #johnentenza #artsandarchitecture
"As a Case Study House—most materials and techniques which have been used here are standard to residential architecture. In the structural system that evolved from these materials and techniques, it was not difficult to house a pleasant space for living and working....Color was planned and used as a structural element, and while much concern was given to its use in the various structural planes, the most gratifying of all the painted surfaces is the dark, warm gray that covers the structural steel and metal sash." —Charles Eames, architect, as published in the December 1949 issue of Art & Architecture. Image courtesy Edward Stojakovic/Flickr. #iconic #losangeles #eames #charleseames #rayeames #casestudy #entenza #johnentenza #artsandarchitecture
Risom House, 1967. Architect, Jens Risom. Illustration by Michael Nÿkamp of mkn design.
Risom House, 1967. Architect, Jens Risom. Illustration by Michael Nÿkamp of mkn design.
blue entry door + eames hang-it-all at coat closet [midcentury modern addition / laguna niguel, california]
blue entry door + eames hang-it-all at coat closet [midcentury modern addition / laguna niguel, california]
Outer Space Landscape Architects refreshed the courtyard with new hardscaping.
Outer Space Landscape Architects refreshed the courtyard with new hardscaping.

6 more saves