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The Design Issue
There’s a lot about the magazine industry that has changed in the last two decades. Fact is, a lot about the world has too. Since this magazine was founded, there’s been a Great Recession and a pandemic. The housing market had collapsed, then bubbled, then burst then climbed once more. The world has gone digital and social yet now bookstores are on the rise again. And much like the houses we write about, Atomic Ranch has stood firmly and weathered the test of time thanks entirely to the community of modernists, preservationists and businesses that support us as we aim to support the community right back.
It\'s fitting that we chose our Design Issue to commemorate this our 20th year. This issue was a new creation in 2016. Just one of the many innovations we would go on to make in Atomic Ranch’s growth. It’s also the issue where we focus on diving deep into the cannon of mid century history while also profiling what the movers and shakers of this industry are doing to honor and continue the tenets of MCM today.
DESIGN
A Minnesota Mid Century Time Capsule
A custom-built 1957 Minnesota mid century home is updated for today’s modern lifestyle. This Minnesota mid century home’s story begins in the 1950s, in Wayzata, a small town on the Northern…
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The Philips Exeter Academy Library: A Cathedral of Learning
In Exeter, New Hampshire, is the sixth oldest boarding school in America, Philips Exeter Academy. On the campus of this boarding school, which dates back to 1781, is the second largest…
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Stewards of the Past in a 1957 Denver Home
This 1957 Denver home is a gem that has only changed hands twice and is almost entirely original. What would it be like to live in a mid-century home that’s almost entirely original? That’s…
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COOL STUFF
Meet Mocha Mousse, Pantone 2025 Color of the Year
Pantone has selected Mocha Mousse as the 2025 Color of the Year. Since 2000, Pantone has selected a color of the year that is meant to give visual expression to the feelings and events of the…
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A Retro Style Fridge: The Key Ingredient to an MCM Kitchen
How to select a retro style fridge that fits your MCM style while delivering the functional features you need. When renovating your kitchen, don’t forget the impact your big appliances—for…
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Comforting Kitchen Products
Find comforting kitchen products—from tile to barstools to lighting—to create a warm space to cook and enjoy your hot meals. The kitchen is the heart of the home, and especially in colder…
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COLLECTING
Retro Kitchen Appliances for Your Vintage Mid Century Kitchen
If your kitchen style or kitchen renovation draws upon a period authentic or retro vibe, don’t ruin the look with a contemporary appliance suite. We’ve pulled together our favorite…
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Mid Mod Beds For Every Budget
Giving your bedroom a Mid Century Modern makeover shouldn’t cost the same as a small car. Rather, spend your money on something that will make the most impact—like a mid century bed…
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Retro Finds for Poolside Season
Greet summer in mid mod style with these retro finds for poolside season. Whether your backyard has a pool or not—or even if you don’t have a backyard—these retro and retro inspired…
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PROJECT HOUSE
Scandinavian Modern Inspiration
For Project House Austin designer Christine Turnkett of Breathe Design Studio, her relationship with Scandinavian Modern started with Ikea and grew to become a major source of inspiration for…
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Project House Austin Shopping Guide: Kitchen
Project House Austin is complete, but the inspiration you take from it is not. When you get the chance to build a custom MCM-inspired home from the ground up, what choices do you make for the…
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Project House Austin Shopping Guide: Kid’s Bedroom
Project House Austin may be complete, but the inspiration you take from it is not. Shop the look of this tasteful, fun and gender-neutral kid’s bedroom! Project House Austin Kid’s…
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MODERNIST INDEX
Mid Century Neighborhoods: Arapaho Hills
This mid century neighborhood in Littleton, Colorado, had a rocky start. Arapaho Hills was supposed to be the second community developed by the partnership between architect Edward B. Hawkins…
The Philips Exeter Academy Library: A Cathedral of Learning
In Exeter, New Hampshire, is the sixth oldest boarding school in America, Philips Exeter…
The Barcelona Pavilion: A Zone of Tranquility
Most readers are likely familiar with the Barcelona Chair and Stool, some of the most iconic…
The Barcelona Chair and Stool: Elegance and Refinement
One of the most recognizable furnishing sets designed during the mid century period is the…
Designers + Craftsmen
What Is Witco? The History of the Iconic Tropical Furniture Maker
In 1958, a small importing company named Western International Trading Co. was founded in Washington State. Tropical style had taken over the United States, and there were tropical-themed…
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Art Deco + Mid Century Modern: How To Combine Two Classic Styles
Bold shapes, bright colors and beautiful craftsmanship were just a few of the defining features of Art Deco style. Art Deco arrived in France after World War I, and it was a design movement…
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Put Down That Paint Brush! And Other Tips from An MCM Furniture Restoration Expert
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