Mid Mod Remodel

Does your mid-century kitchen work for you? Or does it leave you feeling frustrated—bumping into family members while cooking, hunting for counter space, or wondering why everything feels just a little bit off?

In Today's Episode You'll Hear:

• Why you should move beyond the kitchen triangle. 
• How thinking in zones can help improve your layout.   
• When to customize your layout to your specific patterns.    

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Lighting in a mid-century home was part of personalizing the house. Choosing your lights went along with choosing your furniture or art. Which means there are often few wired in lights in homes built in that era. So, what’s a modern mid-century homeowner to do about lighting?

In Today's Episode You'll Hear:

• Why you don’t need all those can lights.
• Which lighting you need in a given area.
• Where to start applying lighting theory in you mid-century home. 

Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2004

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The right questions will guide you through matching your energy, experience, and expectations to create a remodel plan that works for you. I’m sharing some key questions I ask my all my clients to make sure their remodel reflects their life and priorities. 

In Today's Episode You'll Hear:

• How the right questions can help you set realistic and achievable remodel goals.
• What to ask yourself (and your architect) to ensure your remodel reflects your life and priorities.
• Why understanding your home's story and quirks can unlock creative solutions. 

Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2003

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So it’s time for a roof replacement on your Mid-Century house … OK! What’s the best move. What roofing type is the most authentic? The most long lasting? What color should it be? Do you need to take on sister projects for most efficiency? 

There usually isn’t just one right answer but let’s talk about your options!

In Today's Episode You'll Hear:

• How to know when you need a new roof. 
• Which roofing material is the right choice for your roof.  
• Where to maximize opportunities to bundle improvements with your roof replacement. 

Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2002

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In 2025, I’m going to encourage you to focus on starting where you are, setting realistic goals, and making progress at your own pace.

In this week's episode you'll hear how to:

• Adjust your remodeling expectations
• Plan for the long game, and 
• Avoid the Pinterest perfection trap. 

Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2001

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This week, let's reframe the financial fallacies that may be holding you back from kicking off your remodel.

Listen in to find a way to get your remodel going...even if you:

• have no idea what a remodel would cost
• don't have any money for remodeling
• don't have enough money for the remodel you want 
• don't think your house is worth remodeling

Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/1911

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With so many of us working from home, it’s more than time to chat about how mid-century homes can accommodate modern home office needs.

So, how do you design a functional, charming and stylish home office that fits in to a mid-century-sized house? Let's discuss.

Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/1910

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The mid-century was THE era of techno optimism and high-end homes were full of gizmos and gadgets. Sound familiar? We are living through another era of intense smart home technology.  So, which updates are worth the investment, and which might age out faster than avocado-green appliances?

Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/1909

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Thanksgiving is here! And while the holidays bring their fair share of chaos, they’re also the perfect opportunity to rethink how your home works for you. From design tips to thoughtful additions, here’s how to turn the hustle and bustle of the holidays into a launchpad for your dream mid-century home.


Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/1908

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Insulation may be one of the most overlooked aspects of mid-century homes. Does your house tend to get too chilly in winter or too toasty in summer? Let’s talk about improving your home’s energy efficiency without compromising its mid-century charm.

In today's episode you'll hear:

• Why insulation matters for your mid-century home.
• How to identify easy wins for cozy living.
• When to go big on adding insulation. 

Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/1907

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Want us to create your mid-century master plan? Apply here! Or get my course,  Ready to Remodel.