Mid Mod Remodel

By Della Hansmann | Mid-Century Design Expert and owner of Mid Mod MidwestEducation Arts Leisure How To Design Home & Garden

Mid Mod Remodel episodes

April 17, 2025Can an open plan be too open?
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.
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Want us to create your mid-century master plan? Apply here! Or get my course, Ready to Remodel.
51 min
April 10, 2025How to Choose Window Treatments for Your Mid-Century Home
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 create a great mid-century look with modern window treatments.
Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2101
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Want us to create your mid-century master plan? Apply here! Or get my course, Ready to Remodel.
47 min
April 03, 2025Expand Your MCM House with an Outdoor Room
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 perfect addition to your mid-century home.
What you need for a simple outdoor room you’ll love.
How to create (or purchase!) a level one outdoor room.

Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2013
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51 min
March 27, 2025Mid-Century Furniture You Can Aspire To
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 find originals and licenced reproductions.
How to get the right vibe with modern designs.
Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2012
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Want us to create your mid-century master plan? Apply here! Or get my course, Ready to Remodel.
53 min
March 20, 2025 Your Flexible, FEEL GOOD Remodel Plan
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 all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2011
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Want us to create your mid-century master plan? Apply here! Or get my course, Ready to Remodel.
39 min
March 13, 2025Furniture Placement in Your Mid-Century Home
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 notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2010

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Want us to create your mid-century master plan? Apply here! Or get my course, Ready to Remodel.
58 min
March 06, 2025Masterclass Q&A
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-Century Charm Back to a “Wiped Clean” House?
Should I Swap My Bathroom Layout?
Catch my most recent masterclass right here!
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48 min
February 27, 2025How to Plan an MCM Remodel to Fit Your Life (and budget)
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 and attended the live event, but now you can listen on the go!
In Today's Episode You'll Learn:
The three biggest mistakes other homeowners are making on their remodels (that ALWAYS result in a remodel that costs more, takes longer and … doesn’t do end up how they want)
My five step process for planning a remodel YOU CAN LEAD WITH CONFIDENCE: one that will turn the house you have into a home you’ll love
How to cut the chaos of remodeling in HALF with one simple maneuver (seriously, everyone should do this!)
Learn more about my master plan process and Ready to Remodel right here!
1 hr 10 min
February 20, 2025Getting to a Plan for Your Remodel
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 remodeling communication.
Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2007
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Want us to create your mid-century master plan? Apply here! Or get my course, Ready to Remodel.
40 min
February 13, 2025Mid-Century Light Fixtures
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 right fixtures for your home and style.
Where to source vintage and new “old” light fixtures.
Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2006.
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Want us to create your mid-century master plan? Apply here! Or get my course, Ready to Remodel.
43 min

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