Mid-Century Modern

by Patrick O'Toole
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Austin remodeling project preserves Mid-Century Modern home


“To me, that is high praise.”

Fast Facts About the Project:

  • Project name: Mid-Century Modern
  • Project location: Austin, Texas
  • Remodeler: CG&S Design-Build
  • Project team: Architect: Mark Lind
  • Project manager: Danny Scott
  • Photographer: Thomas McConnell
  • Completion date: December 2008
  • Project cost: $358,365
  • Age of home: Built in 1945
  • Project description: Additions and modifications to this postwar home greatly enhanced the functional area of the home, but did so in a manner that is in keeping with the home’s original scale, materials and aesthetics. Rather than opting to change the underlying characteristics of the existing home, it was decided early on to maintain its mid-century modern qualities and Japanese undertones.

Specified Products

  • Bedroom flooring: Tuftex Mojave Dusk & Hickory Tweed Carpet
  • Cabinets: Custom Bamboo Cabinetry by Amazonia Cabinetry
  • Countertops: Nocce Travertine
  • Entry/downstairs flooring: California Gold Slate Wainscot & Splash Tile: Daltile-Fabrique Gris & White
  • Exterior siding: Cedar
  • Fixtures: Kohler
  • HVAC equipment: Trane
  • Interior Doors: BMC West
  • Lighting fixtures: Hubberton Forge
  • Master bath fittings: Hansgrohe, Grohe, Newport Brass
  • Paints: Kelly-Moore Paint
  • Shower floor: Emser White Pebbles
  • Stairs: Teregren Signature Naturals Bamboo Treads & California Gold Slate Risers
  • Windows: Ram Industries

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