Midcentury Makes a Comeback

The look of these retro-inspired homes is straight out of an episode of "Mad Men."

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Called “the decorating style that won’t die,” midcentury modern design has enjoyed a surge in popularity over the past two decades and is now showing up in more production housing. What is it about this look, which dates back to the 1940s, that has so many devoted followers?

To help answer that question, BUILDER has rounded up a gallery of some of the most beautiful midcentury-inspired homes from across the country:

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Austin Spec Home is Midcentury Modest

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About the Author

Jennifer Goodman

Jennifer Goodman is a former editor for BUILDER. She lives in the walkable urban neighborhood of Silver Spring, Md.

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