9 Mid Century Built-Ins We Love

Built-in offices can make an otherwise boring room exciting, and these floating desks and shelves are no different. Original to the house, the floating desk had been moved to the basement when the current homeowners moved in. Thanks to some careful construction, they were able to move it back. Read more about this home here: A Midwest Midcentury + A Blueprint For Preservation.

This rental home in Phoenix has been beautifully restored by its owners, and has classic Mid Century features like a breeze block wall and a rounded kitchen. But the renters love the unique bathroom, especially the built-in shelves. Read more about this Phoenix home here: A Symbiotic Owner-Renter Relationship Forged In Phoenix.

This Minneapolis rambler has been carefully renovated to make it fit for a family, while still maintaining its original Mid Century charm. The built-in dresser in the master bedroom gives the space some character and extra storage. Read more about this home here: This Rambler Renovation Is All About Family Comfort.

Built-ins aren’t just for older homes! This modern pre-fab uses built-ins to take advantage of forgotten space, like under a sofa. By doing this, clutter is reduced— built-ins are perfect for smaller spaces. Read more here: Sustainable Modern Pre-Fab Homes.

Frank Lloyd Wright’s final home, the Norman Lykes House of Phoenix, sits in the hills of the surrounding desert landscape. Built-in seating is used to make the most out of the panoramic vista that sits behind the glass. Read more about this home here: Hold Everything:You Can Buy A Frank Lloyd Wright House!

This Wendell Lovett home, though unique, originally had quality cabinetry that hadn’t held up well. Thankfully, after some restorations and renovations, better cabinets were installed that kept in the Mid Century spirit of the home. The built-in bar allows for storage while still keeping the space open. See more at We “Lovett”: A Look Into A Wendell Lovett Original.

After a renovation, this Eichler kitchen was given a mini-bar. Though not original to the home, the designer took inspiration from other Mid Century homes to create the space. Notice the Mid-Mod motifs like the retro wallpaper and mirrors. Learn more about this home here: Mid Century Kitchen Design 101:Breaking Down An Eichler Renovation.

This 1963 Seattle home was built by architect and landscape designer Robert Hanna. It’s filled with exposed wood and Mid Century touches like oversized windows and a unique roof. The built-in floating buffet allows the homeowners to easily store and display dishes, all while showing off the gorgeous cabinetry. Read more about this home here: A Seattle Time Capsule Could Be Your New Home.