Best Mid Mod Podcasts (2025)

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You Will Need a Mid Remodel Mindset Reset 41:47

1d ago41:47

41:47

Real talk, Mid Mod Remodeler. There comes a point in any significant home renovation where the project feels like it's boiling over. You might be behind schedule…like waaaay behind. Or what seemed like straightforward work has suddenly become more expensive and complicated than you ever imagined. If this sounds familiar, know that you are not alone…

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A Mid-Century Tile Tutorial 42:30

9d ago42:30

42:30

Let's talk about tile for a mid-century update. You've got options. You can go with bold custom color in your favorite shade or recreate a bathroom in powder blue or Mamie pink. You can get playful with shapes and even textures. But remember, tile choice also runs the risk of tipping into a trend that will ultimately put a timestamp on your whole r…

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Can an open plan be too open? 50:58

16d ago50:58

50:58

Open floor plans are a hallmark of modern living. But do they always work in mid-century homes? In Today's Episode You'll Hear: Why completely open may be less than ideal. How to decide how much to open up your floor plan. Where open floor plans work best. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2102. Want u…

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How to Choose Window Treatments for Your Mid-Century Home 46:59

23d ago46:59

46:59

Choosing window treatments for your mid-century home can be a challenge. The good news is, when it comes to window coverings less is (usually) more. Let me help narrow down your options! In Today's Episode You'll Hear: The history of pinch pleat curtains. Why there are only two right choices for window treatments in your mid-century home. How to cr…

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Expand Your MCM House with an Outdoor Room 51:39

30d ago51:39

51:39

Spring has sprung and your yard may be calling you...even if you have less than ideal outdoor space. An outdoor room could be just what you need to love your yard without taking on a huge project. An outdoor room lets you extend your enjoyable living areas with just a few simple tweaks! In Today's Episode You'll Learn: Why an outdoor room is a perf…

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Mid-Century Furniture You Can Aspire To 53:31

1M ago53:31

53:31

What makes mid-century furniture so great? And which pieces might you want to hunt down for your house? Whether you are looking for high quality comfort or something to your mid-century cool factor, your dream mid-century furniture piece is out there…no matter your budget. In Today's Episode You'll Learn: All about some classic MCM pieces. Where to…

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Your Flexible, FEEL GOOD Remodel Plan 38:53

1M ago38:53

38:53

Being flexible is key if you want a feel good remodel process. Taking the time to set a big picture vision gives you a starting point to edit along the way and will pay off at every stage. No matter how big or small your project is, planning ahead will actually make for a more flexible remodel you can feel good about. Get the full show notes with a…

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Furniture Placement in Your Mid-Century Home 58:31

2M ago58:31

58:31

Arranging furniture in a mid-century home is about more than just fitting pieces into a room. It’s about creating flow, function, and style. In today's episode you'll learn: Where furniture might solve your layout challenges. How to use furniture to create inviting spaces. Why (furniture) size matters in your mid-century home. Get the full show not…

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Masterclass Q&A 46:53

2M ago46:53

46:53

I love a good Q&A session and spend a lot of time during the masterclass and design clinics on attendee questions. That then get lost to time. So this time i grabbed some great questions to share. This episode is packed with answers to some of the most frequent questions I get, including: What’s the Right Color for My Exterior? How Do I Bring Mid-C…

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How to Plan an MCM Remodel to Fit Your Life (and budget) 1:09:19

2M ago1:09:19

1:09:19

If you listen to the Mid Mod Remodel Podcast regularly, you hear lots about the tips and tools I recommend to help you plan and lead your perfect MCM remodel. And once or twice a year I boil down the most helpful of those tips and tools into a free masterclass that I offer live. In the past that session was only available to the folks who signed up…

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Getting to a Plan for Your Remodel 39:06

2M ago39:06

39:06

Your remodel plan doesn’t have to be complicated. Today, I’ll walk you through what goes into a good remodel plan and how to avoid the common pitfalls that lead to remodeler's regret. Today you'll learn: What it means to have a master plan. Which questions to ask to get to the essentials of your remodel. How to put it all together for clear remodel…

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Mid-Century Light Fixtures 41:27

3M ago41:27

41:27

Let's talk mid-century light fixtures. Here’s my best advice on choosing great mid-century light fixtures, identifying classic mid-century lighting designs, and sourcing fixtures from estate sales, vintage shops, and modern reproduction stores. In Today's Episode You'll Hear: Why lighting is a key element of your style guide. How to choose the righ…

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Improve Your Mid-Century Kitchen Floor Plan 38:07

3M ago38:07

38:07

Does your mid-century kitchen work for you? Or does it leave you feeling frustrated—bumping into family members while cooking, hunting for counter space, or wondering why everything feels just a little bit off? In Today's Episode You'll Hear: Why you should move beyond the kitchen triangle. How thinking in zones can help improve your layout. When t…

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Lighting A Mid-Century Home 50:18

3M ago50:18

50:18

Lighting in a mid-century home was part of personalizing the house. Choosing your lights went along with choosing your furniture or art. Which means there are often few wired in lights in homes built in that era. So, what’s a modern mid-century homeowner to do about lighting? In Today's Episode You'll Hear: Why you don’t need all those can lights. …

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Questions an architect should ask about you(r house) 39:49

3M ago39:49

39:49

The right questions will guide you through matching your energy, experience, and expectations to create a remodel plan that works for you. I’m sharing some key questions I ask my all my clients to make sure their remodel reflects their life and priorities. In Today's Episode You'll Hear: How the right questions can help you set realistic and achiev…

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The Right Roof Replacement for Your Mid-Century House 52:18

4M ago52:18

52:18

So it’s time for a roof replacement on your Mid-Century house … OK! What’s the best move. What roofing type is the most authentic? The most long lasting? What color should it be? Do you need to take on sister projects for most efficiency? There usually isn’t just one right answer but let’s talk about your options! In Today's Episode You'll Hear: Ho…

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Plan a happy remodel! Match your expectations to your energy. 28:58

4M ago28:58

28:58

In 2025, I’m going to encourage you to focus on starting where you are, setting realistic goals, and making progress at your own pace. In this week's episode you'll hear how to: Adjust your remodeling expectations Plan for the long game, and Avoid the Pinterest perfection trap. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-mi…

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Remodeling Cost Mindset Reset 36:06

4M ago36:06

36:06

This week, let's reframe the financial fallacies that may be holding you back from kicking off your remodel. Listen in to find a way to get your remodel going...even if you: have no idea what a remodel would cost don't have any money for remodeling don't have enough money for the remodel you want don't think your house is worth remodeling Get the f…

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How to Fit Your House for a Home Office 33:48

5M ago33:48

33:48

With so many of us working from home, it’s more than time to chat about how mid-century homes can accommodate modern home office needs. So, how do you design a functional, charming and stylish home office that fits in to a mid-century-sized house? Let's discuss. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/1910…

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Today's "Home of the Future" 34:06

5M ago34:06

34:06

The mid-century was THE era of techno optimism and high-end homes were full of gizmos and gadgets. Sound familiar? We are living through another era of intense smart home technology. So, which updates are worth the investment, and which might age out faster than avocado-green appliances? Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www…

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Yes, You Can Use the Holidays to Plan Your Remodel 31:51

5M ago31:51

31:51

Thanksgiving is here! And while the holidays bring their fair share of chaos, they’re also the perfect opportunity to rethink how your home works for you. From design tips to thoughtful additions, here’s how to turn the hustle and bustle of the holidays into a launchpad for your dream mid-century home. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings…

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Adding Insulation to Your Mid-Century House 37:21

5M ago37:21

37:21

Insulation may be one of the most overlooked aspects of mid-century homes. Does your house tend to get too chilly in winter or too toasty in summer? Let’s talk about improving your home’s energy efficiency without compromising its mid-century charm. In today's episode you'll hear: Why insulation matters for your mid-century home. How to identify ea…

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Get your parents' mid-century house ready to sell. 31:58

6M ago31:58

31:58

What should you do to get ready to sell a house built in the mid-century era? Should you rip out a tired kitchen? Quickly tear off that old, beat up siding and replace it with some easy care vinyl? No, please don't. Instead, let me make your life easier. Do less. Because there is someone out there searching for your parents’ time capsule house. Get…

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Get Those Good Master Plan Vibes 27:39

6M ago27:39

27:39

The right remodel vibes mean you’ll be prepared to make decisions faster and adapt as needed—without losing sight of your ultimate goal. In this week's episode you'll hear how to: Build your confidence. Focus on clear communication. Stay flexible. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/1905…

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Best Of Mid Mod Remodel: Can I start planning BEFORE I have a home remodel budget saved up? 21:16

6M ago21:16

21:16

This episode goes out to all the homeowners waiting to plan, or dream about home improvement projects until you’ve saved up the home remodel budget. I hope you’ll take this the right way when I tell you … you’re doing it wrong. I know … you’re being responsible. You’re waiting to plan util you’ve got the budget in the bank. But … ACTUALLY it’s more…

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New Mid-Century House Quick Start Guide 37:29

6M ago37:29

37:29

Do you have a new-to-you mid-century home (…congratulations!) and don’t know where to start? I get it—taking on a new home, especially one with some history, can feel overwhelming. You might be tempted to dive into big projects right away, but I’m here to help you start smart and avoid remodel regrets. In Today's Episode You'll Hear: Why you need q…

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An Architect's Remodeling Regrets 40:25

7M ago40:25

40:25

This week, I share some of my biggest remodeling regrets and lessons learned from my own mid-century home. Biggest take away? Make small, low-risk updates first and then be sure to create a Masterplan for a remodel you’ll love without the regret. In Today's Episode You'll Hear: Where your biggest quick "remodeling wins" might be hiding. Why waiting…

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Sanity Saving Strategy to Finish a Remodel Strong 38:47

7M ago38:47

38:47

Finish a remodel strong with thoughtful final choices, course corrects when you need them, and mindset resets to help you bring your cats home…or whatever personal remodel milestone will help YOU stay positive and avoid remodel regret later on. In Today's Episode You'll Hear: How to finish your remodel and bring your cats home. Why late stage choic…

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Who to Hire and When with Exactly Designs 27:23

7M ago27:23

27:23

When is the right time to engage design help for your remodel? The right mix of experts at the right points in the process can transform your mid-century remodeling experience. Elin Walters from Exactly Design is back to share her thoughts on who to call and when to make sure your remodel is a stunner. In Today's Episode You'll Hear: Why you should…

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Parade of Homes with Atom Stevens 28:14

7M ago28:14

28:14

MCM expert Atom Stevens is back! Tune in for our parade of homes conversation and ideas for how to future proof mid-century homes. In Today's Episode You'll Hear: Why the Parade of Homes really took off in 1955. How builders advertised in the "housewife" era. What new energy standards might mean for mid-century homes. Get the full show notes with a…

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Get to Know Your Home Before You Remodel with Make It Mid-Century 31:00

8M ago31:00

31:00

I know it can be tempting to dive right into remodeling your mid-century house the minute you get the keys, but I’m here to offer a bit of unconventional advice: wait. And I’m not the only one who thinks this! In my latest chat with preservation expert Susan Halla, we explored why it’s crucial to live in your home for a little while before making m…

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Curb Appeal Clinic hosted by Modern House Numbers 30:17

8M ago30:17

30:17

Did you catch the curb appeal clinic last Friday? If not, I've got you covered. This free workshop had everything I believe about making smart, stylish, long, lasting update choices for your mid century home on the outside in bite sized, easy steps with a few key design principles and some common upgrade inspiration for mid century homes, you can t…

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Creating Great Mid Mod Interiors with Exactly Designs 28:33

8M ago28:33

28:33

I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Elin Walters from Exactly Design to get her perspective on mid-century interiors. While I spend my days thinking architect-y thoughts, Elin obsesses over mid-century homes as an interior designer and I was curious how our takes might differ. We covered everything from essential elements to keep (if y…

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House Numbers that Shine with Modern House Numbers 26:16

8M ago26:16

26:16

Brandy McLain from Modern House Numbers is back again with her wealth of knowledge and enthusiasm for great modern and mcm design! In Today's Episode You'll Hear: Why you might want to light your house numbers. How to choose colors and materials for maximum house number visibility and style. Where to get playful with your house numbers and other ex…

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MCM Dream Team, assemble! (With Mid Mod Colorado) 30:02

8M ago30:02

30:02

Adrian Kinney is one of my favorite mid mod masterminds in real estate! Our most recent conversation covers what you need to know about assembling the right team to help you find and update your mid-century home. There's so much bad advice out there for us people who live in and love mcm houses - we each need our own mcm dream team! In Today's Epis…

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Lighting up your MCM landscape with Ginkgo Leaf Design 34:15

9M ago34:15

34:15

Lighting up your mid-century landscape hinges on making the right design choices. Today I'm talking to Jim Drzewiecki about focusing on both lighting and plant selection to create a mid-century modern yard that feels cohesive, inviting, and timeless. In Today's Episode You'll Hear: Where to stand when designing your landscape. (Hint - it’s not outs…

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Turning Up the MCM Charm with Atom Stevens 24:26

9M ago24:26

24:26

I’m so excited to dive into the history of design in mid-century homes with none other than Atom Stevens, MCM history buff and Cliff May expert. Whether you’re a homeowner, a potential buyer, or just a mid-century enthusiast, Atom’s insights are a reminder that our homes are more than just places to live – they’re pieces of history, filled with sto…

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House Number Basics with Modern House Numbers 28:49

9M ago28:49

28:49

Today, we have a fantastic chat lined up with Brandy McLain, co-founder and one of the creative geniuses behind Modern House Numbers. Della and Brandy discuss all things house numbers. From current requirements to history, plus tons of great style tips! In Today's Episode You'll Hear: Why we have house numbers in the first place. How (and how not) …

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Mid-Century vs. Mid Mod with Susan Halla 25:21

9M ago25:21

25:21

When I think about perfecting an original mid-century home by polishing and upgrading its original details, I think of Susan Halla of Make It Mid-Century. She has dedicated herself to being the resource people need to make period appropriate choices for their mid-century homes. And she's got an encyclopedic knowledge of all things period appropriat…

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Unicorn Houses and Tight MCM Markets with Adrian Kinney 23:24

10M ago23:24

23:24

In our latest podcast episode, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with the amazing Adrian Kinney. Adrian has joined me on the pod before. He’s a realtor, mid-century modern (MCM) guru and heads up Mid Mod Colorado. Listen for his insights into what makes mcm homes so special and how to navigate today’s tricky market to find a mid-century gem. …

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Mid-Century Hardscapes and Feature Elements with Ginkgo Leaf Studio 38:20

10M ago38:20

38:20

Remember the delightful Jim Drzewiecki from Ginkgo Leaf Studio? We barely scratched the surface of all the listener landscaping questions we received last season. So, naturally, I had to bring him back on the podcast to continue our chat! Today, we’re diving in on hardscaping and adding feature elements to your landscape. In Today's Episode You'll …

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An Architect Chat - Dream with Della 37:34

10M ago37:34

37:34

When you find yourself in a remodeling time crunch, the most frequently skipped step in the process is actually the most essential part of any well planned and executed remodel. Taking time to Dream can mean the difference between your perfect remodel and a remodel that misses the mark. In Today's Episode You'll Hear: Why you should take time to Dr…

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How do I unflip my mid-century house? 35:05

11M ago35:05

35:05

Straight outta the DM’s “Do you have an un-flip quick start guide?” If you're wondering what there might be to salvage about your farmhouse flipped mid-century house, the short answer is there's plenty. And you may even find that the flippers did you a few favors! In Today's Episode You'll Hear: How to de-farmhouse your fireplace. (Sadly, you proba…

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Do you have a spreadsheet to help me manage my remodel? 32:01

11M ago32:01

32:01

In Today's Episode You'll Hear: How to feel like the boss of your remodel, from the planning phase through the punch list. Which key tools you need to keep your remodel on track. Why spreadsheets are your remodel’s BFF. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/1710…

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Are skylights and light tubes too modern for a mid-century house? 35:16

11M ago35:16

35:16

Mid-century homes are often kind of light on daylight, so I get a lot of questions about whether skylights and light tubes are appropriate and feasible options. The short answer? Heck yeah! In Today's Episode You'll Hear: Why your mid-century home may seem lacking in the daylight department. Which products can create a whole new light experience. S…

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Should I replace my mid-century windows? 32:08

11M ago32:08

32:08

Tis the season for window replacement folks to make the rounds in many mid-century neighborhoods, sharing the "good news" of vinyl replacement windows. Or maybe a well meaning neighbor has been extolling the new maintenance free replacement windows they installed? Replacement windows may not be any better...and are likely worse...than your home's o…

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Any tips for mixing mid mod materials? 40:08

11M ago40:08

40:08

Our season of listener questions continues! Folks ask all the time, "Della, you say a mix of materials is one of the cornerstones of mid-century design. Do you have tips for mixing materials without making a mid mod mess?" I sure do! In Today's Episode You'll Hear: A short history of 2x4’s. Guidance on how to mix woods and metals to achieve a cohes…

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Speedy Strategies for an MCM Remodel You'll Love (in the time you have) 53:19

12M ago53:19

53:19

30-ish minutes to learn to plan a remodel in 30 days? Believe it! You can check off maintenance, meet a deadline and still get a remodel that enhances your home's MCM charm and suits your life and family!⁠⁠ Listen to my new workshop for all the speedy remodel planning skills. In today's episode you'll learn: That it is 100% possible to create a rem…

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How do I mix Frank Lloyd Wright's Prairie style into my ranch? (Part 2) 30:07

12M ago30:07

30:07

As you plan your ranch remodel, you can absolutely dip into Wright design ideas. Your house is actually already full of them! In Today's Episode You'll Hear: How to make material choices for a Wright-infused remodel. Which colors to choose to shout about your combined love of mid mod and Prairie style. The simple shape secrets to get the Wright fee…

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Can I mix Frank Lloyd Wright's Prairie style into my ranch? (Part 1) 36:00

1y ago36:00

36:00

Here's a question I get all the time from people who live in mid-century homes. "Hey, Della, I love my mid mod house. BUT I also like Frank Lloyd Wright...the Prairie School...this amazing Usonian place I visited one time. Am I wrong to want to add some Wright to my ranch?" In Today's Episode You'll Hear: How Prairie Style and Mid-Century style rel…

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