Mid-Century Design & Renovation
Architectural renovation and restoration for mid-century homes throughout Phoenix and the surrounding metro area.
Design-Led Mid-Century Renovation
Mid Mod Phoenix approaches renovation through an architectural lens. Every project begins with understanding the original intent of the home — its proportions, materials, orientation, and relationship to the site — before any design decisions are made.
Respect the Architecture
Our approach to renovation starts with restraint. We preserve as much of a home’s original character as possible, from proportion and materials to circulation and light. When changes are necessary, they are made with intention, not trend.
Good renovation is invisible. It should feel like the home was always this way.
What We Do
Pre-Purchase Consultation
Evaluation of architectural significance, renovation potential, likely costs, zoning considerations, and long-term value before purchasing a home.
Historic & Architectural Consultation
Guidance for architect-designed homes, historic properties, preservation-sensitive renovations, and homes with significant architectural character.
Design-Led Renovations
Comprehensive renovation guided by architectural principles, ensuring every decision respects the original design while supporting modern living.
Space Planning
Thoughtful reconfiguration of floor plans that respects the original flow while adapting spaces for how families live today.
Additions & Extensions
Seamless additions that complement the existing architecture, matching rooflines, materials, and proportions so new and existing feel like one composition.
Architectural Design
Architectural design for new structures and significant modifications, rooted in mid-century modern principles and desert-responsive design.
Restoration
Careful restoration of original features, including terrazzo floors, exposed block walls, and clerestory windows, bringing them back to their intended character.
Interior Design
Interior environments that complement the architecture through furniture, lighting, art, and material selections that complete the overall vision.
Finish Selection
Curated material and finish palettes that honor mid-century modern design, from period-appropriate materials to contemporary interpretations of classic details.
Landscape Design
Desert-responsive landscape design that extends the indoor-outdoor connection central to mid-century modern living.
Construction Coordination
Coordination throughout construction, ensuring the design vision is executed with consistency, precision, and attention to detail.
See Our Work in Action
View Selected ProjectsMid-Century Modern Renovation in Phoenix
Can you help before I buy a home?
Yes. Mid Mod Phoenix regularly advises buyers before purchase, helping evaluate architectural significance, renovation potential, likely costs, zoning considerations, and long-term value. Early guidance can prevent expensive mistakes and uncover opportunities that may not be obvious during a standard home inspection.
Can a renovation keep a home's original mid-century character?
Yes. That is the point. Mid Mod Phoenix begins by identifying what gives the home its character: rooflines, proportions, post-and-beam framing, clerestory glazing, breeze block, original cabinetry, and tile. Changes are made around those elements, not through them. A successful mid-century renovation should feel like it was always meant to be this way.
How long does a mid-century modern renovation take in Phoenix?
Most full renovations take 6 to 12 months from design kickoff through final walkthrough. Finish-level updates are often completed in 6 to 12 weeks. Larger additions, structural work, historic properties, and custom material sourcing can extend the timeline to 12 to 18 months.
Do you work on homes that aren't already mid-century modern?
Yes, when the project has the right architectural potential. Mid Mod Phoenix focuses on mid-century modern and modern homes, but the larger goal is thoughtful design, strong proportions, indoor-outdoor living, and materials that feel intentional. The best fit is a home where design can meaningfully improve the architecture, not just update the finishes.
Does Mid Mod Phoenix handle permits, architecture, and construction?
Mid Mod Phoenix leads the design and renovation strategy, including concept development, layout planning, material selection, and coordination with the professionals needed to move the project forward. Depending on the scope, that may include architects, engineers, contractors, and trades. We work closely with the project team to help ensure the design vision is carried through from planning to completion.
Let's Design Something Together
Buying, selling, or restoring a mid-century modern home starts with a conversation.