Monique sits down with Bruce Watkins, a wood restoration expert who specializes in keeping the original purity of Eichler homes. Bruce shares his expertise in restoring wood damaged by sun, moisture, and mold, and how he maintains the natural look of the wood while doing so. He also discusses how he brings painted wood back to its original state and deals with common issues like dry rot and water stains on decks.

“We’re about trying to keep the cost as low as possible to maintain the wood over time” - Bruce

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Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• Cal Preserving

Monique chats with Julian Goldklang, founder of Mid-Century Mobler, a treasure trove of mid-century modern furniture. Discover how his love of old cars, particularly his '58 Pontiac, led him to create a thriving business selling furniture that captures the essence of this era.

“At that time we were selling furniture pieces out of a windcar garage… It was definitely a time of adventure, it was a lot of fun” - Julian

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Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• Mid Century Mobler - 1065 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 

• Mercy Vintage 

• Relic Vintage 

• Grasscloth / Sisal

Monique talks with Lucile Glessner, a masterful interior designer who specializes in mid-century modernism and did the interiors for the famous all-steel Eichler X-100. Discover Lucile's expert insights on what works (and what doesn't) in mid-century modern design, and what makes these iconic homes so special.

“The architects that worked during that period of the 50’s-60’s defined California and the way of living there” - Lucile

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Links mentioned:

• Eichler X-100

• Lucile Glessner

Monique speaks to John Klopf who is a seasoned architect with a deep appreciation for preserving the integrity of the architecture. Discover how John seamlessly integrates the natural world into his mid-century modern designs, forging a harmonious balance between the indoor and outdoor spaces. 

“I love how mid century modern architecture borrows the landscape and brings it it and blurs that boundary between inside and out” - John

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Monique is joined by Megan Blaine and Karina Marshall, the dynamic duo behind Blaine Marshall Architects. Listen in to hear how this creative team built their business by thinking outside of the ordinary box.

“It’s about getting the Eichler ethos into these new buildings” - Megan

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Monique talks to Jeff Nichols, the only Eichler siding supplier, about his amazing product and his serendipitous journey to becoming Eichler Siding. Listen in to find out how he built his niched company by adjusting to the needs and desires of his community. 

“We specialize in making things that no one else makes” - Jeff Nichols

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Links Mentioned in This Episode:

• Vintage Plywood

• Eichler Siding

Monique sits down with Matt Johnson, owner of a rare two-story Eichler, about the ins and outs of mid-century modern living. From renovation do’s and don’ts to sourcing the perfect light fixtures and furniture, Matt shares his tips for preserving the Eichler style. He also reflects on what makes his unique home so special and the importance of the Eichler community. It’s an engaging conversation for Eichler fans and design enthusiasts alike!

“[I decided to put virtually no art up in my home because] I believe that the architecture of the home and the design of the home is the art itself.” - Matt Johnson

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Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

• Practical Props: https://practicalprops.com

• Abril Roofing: https://www.abrilroofing.com/

• Joybird: https://joybird.com/

• Sterling Custom Upholstery Co.: https://www.sterlingcustomupholstery.com/

Monique wraps up her incredible journey with the podcast in a heartfelt farewell episode, celebrating the amazing guests who’ve joined her along the way. From designers and architects to homeowners, historians, and preservationists, this special episode features unforgettable clips that showcase the passion and stories behind mid-century modernism. Tune in for one last inspiring celebration of the people and ideas that made ‘Mid-century Modernism with Monique’ so special!

“When you meet another modernist, you find yourself putting aside anything else you might disagree on, and you’re focusing on that bond of ‘we love these homes’” - Monique

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Modernist and real estate broker, Monique Anton, educates the masses on the wonderful world of mid-century modernism. This isn’t just a style of architecture, it’s a way of being and thinking about the world. Listen in and join others who want to learn about and live in a work of art!