January 3, 2025 - Vibrant orange, blue, red and turquoise can add a retro vibe to the exterior. (For more specific color combination for Mid Century Modern curb appeal, see MCM Exterior Paint Colors.)

The garage door of the house is completely flush and of the same material as the garage wall, de-emphasizing the garage door and making the street presentation of the house kinder to the neighborhood. The house is akin to a custom, modern-day Eichler home in many ways. Inspired by mid-century modern homes with today’s materials, approaches, standards, and technologies.

October 29, 2024 - Remember, asymmetry and geometric ... fixtures that fit that description. Choose simple, modern exterior lighting fixtures with clean lines, such as globe pendants or geometric sconces....

Opt for iconic Mid-Century Modern designs, such as Sputnik chandeliers or minimalist sconces, to illuminate your front entry in a way that complements the overall look. And don’t forget your house numbers!

Drool worthy mid-century modern exteriors!

October 27, 2025 - By integrating glass into balcony designs, the exterior remains light and airy. It’s a seamless extension of the home’s interior, allowing outdoor spaces to blend effortlessly with the rest of the house. Glass railings ensure that the home’s clean lines and modern design are maintained, without compromising the sense of openness and light that mid-century design strives for · In all of these examples, glass serves as a critical material, enhancing both the look and functionality of the home.

March 6, 2024 - They bring ample natural light into the interior spaces, provide unobstructed views of the outdoors, and blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living. Utilizing exterior panels like Vesta woodgrain siding that carry to the interior, creates ...

September 6, 2024 - In the case of mid-century modern, less is definitely more! While mid-century was having its heyday in the 1960s, so were natural elements on home design such as brick and stone. For this reason, many original mid-century homes feature these elements. However, we’re here to show you a different twist to updating mid-mod building materials. The two-tone paint updates the look and adds interest to the house, keeping in line with the original architecture.

December 13, 2024 - In that case, consider using shingles for the exterior in place of lap siding. Shingles can help capture some of the natural texture that’s so popular with this style, while giving your home a more unique appearance.

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November 14, 2025 - Paint it a classic mid-century accent color like bright orange, sunny yellow, or deep turquoise. Update Lighting & Hardware: Swap dated fixtures for period-appropriate lighting. Look for simple, geometric shapes like globe sconces, cylinders, ...

Specifically, I was also wondering if @groveraxle would be willing to help create some renderings of what we could potentially do to update our mid-century home into more of a mid-century modern look. I really liked some that @groveraxle did in another thread. I've attached a couple photos that show the house's exterior today.

August 12, 2024 - Install decorative wood paneling, geometric screens, or breeze blocks to add visual interest to your exterior walls. Consider adding a distinctive front door with clean lines and minimalist hardware to make a bold statement.

October 29, 2024 - Accents such as brass-framed windows, retro-inspired breeze blocks, and reclaimed materials bring character and enhance the curb appeal, transforming the exterior of a home into a timeless statement.

October 11, 2024 - Incorporate wood, stone, and glass into your home’s exterior to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Wood siding, stone accents, and large glass windows can help achieve this timeless look.

June 8, 2016 - Never going to look mcm but it can certainly look more modern, clean simple fresh. I would start with black trim, fascia and porch columns. Leave the wood encased columns, not sure why they rotted but you can use pvc trim around the bottom or ...

November 3, 2024 - With these thoughtful modifications your ranch home will exude timeless mid century charm and curb appeal. Lush greenery and thoughtful landscaping play a crucial role in enhancing the aesthetic appeal of mid century modern exteriors.

October 5, 2025 - One of the easiest, most inexpensive ways to update your home’s exterior is to paint it. Gray vertical siding gives this ranch-style home a modern feel. A chartreuse front door and window frames nod to the luscious plants in front of the house.