However, “midcentury modern” now often denotes a particular building ordecorating style.

Simple furnishings with clean lines and a muted color palette complement the homes' simple exteriors.

Midcentury modern colors include warm earth tones such as orange, brown, mustard, or golden yellow.

Yellow and white mid-century modern home with large plants in front

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Access to the Outdoors

Connecting with nature is a key value in midcentury modern architecture.

Most midcentury modern homes have multiple access points to the outdoors.

In some homes, even single rooms have severaldoorsand windows to get into the outdoor living space.

Midcentury modern home with colorful bushes and landscaping in front

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You’ll find midcentury modern homes in virtually every town and state.

However, you’ll find the largest collection of midcentury modern homes in Palm Springs, California.

Midcentury modern buildings are also popular in New York City.

White modern ranch house landscaping with low-lying palm trees and shrubs

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Some people also refer to midcentury modern as a subset of midcentury decor.

Midcentury modern decor refers to a style with a utilitarian aesthetic incorporating clean lines and basic shapes.

Midcentury modern in interior design typically refers to the furniture and decor associated with the styles of this period.

White ranch-styled house with drought-tolerant landscaping

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If your home was built between 1945 and 1970, your home may be midcentury modern.

to further confirm you have a midcentury modern home.

Mid-Century Architecture Self-Guided Tour.Visit Palm Springs California.

Mid-century modern living room with wooden shelving and modern seating

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A gabled roof on a mid-century modern home.

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