From the December 2021/January 2022 Issue
Midcentury Makeover
An Essex County renovation offers 21st-century updates while honoring the home’s architectural essence This Montclair home was constructed in 1956, right in the middle of the Midcentury Modern architectural boom. […]
From the December 2021/January 2022 Issue
Midcentury Makeover – Outdoors
A hedgerow in front of a wall of windows ensures a scenic view from inside and acts as a soft counterpoint to the home’s linear architecture. The residence features plenty […]
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Midcentury Makeover – Exterior
“The home is built into a rather steep hillside,” architect Jeff Jordan says. “Since the project was a renovation and the heavy lifting of building into a hill had already […]
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Midcentury Makeover – Kitchen eating area
The top row of windows in the kitchen eating area follows the slant of the home’s roofline.
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Midcentury Makeover – Patio
The roof-level patio overlooks the house. The flat roof is a hallmark of the Midcentury Modern style. It creates a clean exterior profile. The home is built into a steep hillside. […]
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Midcentury Makeover – Front Exterior
Large windows take up much of the front façade. During the renovation, the home’s wood siding was refinished and repainted.
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Midcentury Makeover – Stairwell
The minimalist stairwell and foyer set the tone for the rest of the house. The before photo shows the foyer’s brick-colored tiles, which were removed in favor of porcelain tile […]
From the December 2021/January 2022 Issue
Midcentury Makeover – Kitchen
Wood tones in the beams and cabinetry add warmth to the sleek kitchen. The terrazzo floor is another hallmark of Midcentury design. Most of the terrazzo is original to the […]