You’ve heard of the military-industrial complex, and maybe even the wedding-industrial complex, but what about the kitchen renovation industrial complex? A truly timeless kitchen renovation isn't about creating a time capsule (unless that is your dream!). It’s about making choices that serve your family, your budget, and the unique character of your home. So, how do you stay true to your home and your life when planning a kitchen renovation? In Today's Episode You'll Hear:What I mean by the “kitchen renovation industrial complex”. How to set your priorities and a timeless style for your kitchen. Where to include trends you love. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2207Like and subscribe at Apple | Spotify | YouTube. Want us to create your mid-century master plan? Apply here! Or get my course, Ready to Remodel.
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Designing Accessibility into Your Mid-Century Home
Designing accessibility into your mid-century home is easier than you think. Mid-century houses have enormous potential to fit every stage of life. They make great first homes for young couples and singles, were built for and are adaptable to the needs of growing families, and serve owners who choose to age in place. Let’s talk about how to design accessibility into your mid-century home to fit your life and the lives of the people you love.This week you’ll learn:The difference between accessibility and universal design.Where big accessibility wins are easiest…if you plan for them. What makes mid-century homes great for aging in place. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2206Like and subscribe at Apple | Spotify | YouTube. Want us to create your mid-century master plan? Apply here! Or get my course, Ready to Remodel.
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A DIY Guide to Landscaping Your Mid-Century Yard with Ginkgo Leaf Designs
I get asked about landscaping a lot and I always turn to our favorite mid-century landscaping expert, Jim Drzewiecki. Jim is an APLD, award-winning principal designer and the founder and owner of Ginkgo Leaf Studio where he and Hannah Paulson design beautiful landscapes for all kind of homes. Now, not everyone can afford to hire a landscape designer for their project. Others just love gardening and planning for their own yard. And Ginkgo Leaf Studio usually has a waiting list. So, this week Jim is back with his best tips for DIY landscape designers. In Today's Episode You'll Hear:Why a plan is a must. How to let your house tell you how to design your landscape. When starting small is smart.Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2205Like and subscribe at Apple | Spotify | YouTube. Want us to create your mid-century master plan? Apply here! Or get my course, Ready to Remodel.
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Temperature and Moisture Control in Mid-Century Homes
Temperature and moisture control in mid-century houses is one of those topics that seems less exciting and relevant until suddenly…it is. And while our mid-century houses have the potential be properly snug without being too sealed up. They also sometimes need a tune up. Plus a number of trendy, seemingly “esthetic” changes to your house - siding, soffit, or roof changes - can create problems that didn't exist before. We’ll definitely cover the moisture consequences (yes, that sounds icky) of painting brick and adding vinyl siding.This catchall episode contains a number of lessons in building technology and the broader concept of thermodynamics that have me both reaching back to my graduate school architecture education and sharing some of the most important considerations about moisture control in mid-century homes.In Today's Episode You'll Hear:Why you should be on the lookout for evidence of moisture issues. How to tell if you have a “warm” or “cold” roof. Who to call for testing and answers related to temperature and moisture control. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2204Like and subscribe at Apple | Spotify | YouTube. Want us to create your mid-century master plan? Apply here! Or get my course, Ready to Remodel.&nb
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Who is your master plan for?
Your master plan both a process and a document. Today, we're talking about how to use that document to navigate your remodel, from getting bids from contractors to working with the city. But when it comes down to it, your master plan is for YOU. In Today's Episode You'll Hear:Why a master plan is so much more than a bunch of pretty drawings. How to curate sections of a master plan for different pros. When to share your master plan. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2203Like and subscribe at Apple | Spotify | YouTube. Want us to create your mid-century master plan? Apply here! Or get my course, Ready to Remodel.&nb
Do you live in a mid-century house? Are you curious about mid-century homes and wonder what it would take to renovate? Or are you just a fan of all things mid-century modern? Mid Mod Remodel is the podcast where you learn how to match a mid-century home to your modern life. I'm your host, Della Hansmann, an architect and the owner of Mid Mod Midwest. I help people remodel their mid-century homes and I'm a mid mod homeowner fixing up my 1952 ranch. Learn what makes mid-century homes great, the common elements of MCM homes that nearly always need updating, and how any homeowner can plan the mid-century renovation of their dreams.
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