What is a Mid-Century Modern Style Home?

What Does a Mid-Century Modern Style Home Look Like?

In the 50’s (starting in Southern California) the most popular styles were the “ranch” and “split level”. The former being built short with low pitched hip and gable roofs.  

Within the mid-century contemporary building design is the distinct residence type called “split-level”— it’s normally developed likewise to a ranch or modern design yet in the split-level style.

Popular with house purchasers in the 1950s, the split-level design makes effective use room in an affordable method.

Dozens of beautiful examples and images on Google Mid Century Modern Homes

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