They hired a Swedish architect to design the mid-century modern home, based on residences they had admired in Berkeley. ... Large concrete block walls highlight the front porch.

Major elements of midcentury modern architecture, such as nonstructural exterior curtain walls, glass facades on skyscrapers, and curved reinforced concrete roofs, remain common forms.

Flick through the 'Atlas of Mid-Century Modern Masterpieces' With all that said, there’s still a dearth of decent information about fine, but overlooked modernist architecture of the period. Dominic ...

These decorative concrete blocks, which were once a staple of mid-century modern design, can easily cover an old fence, add privacy, and deliver a big dose of style.

Clean lines and organic forms are associated with midcentury design, along with a harmonious blend of materials that adds a functional simplicity. A new book by Phaidon, Mid-Century Modern Designers, ...