Mid-Century Modern Design & Renovation
Design-led renovation and restoration for mid-century modern homes. Serving 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 work to preserve as much of a home’s original character as possible, from proportions 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
Design-Led Renovations
Comprehensive renovation guided by architectural principles, ensuring every decision supports the integrity of the original design while meeting modern needs.
Restoration
Careful restoration of original features — terrazzo floors, exposed block walls, clerestory windows — bringing them back to their intended beauty.
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 the new feels original.
Finish Selection
Curated material and finish palettes that honor mid-century aesthetics — from period-appropriate tile to contemporary interpretations of classic details.
Construction Coordination
Full oversight of the construction process, coordinating trades and ensuring the design vision is executed with precision and quality.
Architectural Design
Original architectural design for new structures and significant modifications, rooted in mid-century modern principles and desert-responsive design.
Interior Design
Interior environments that complement the architecture — furniture, lighting, and art selections that complete the mid-century vision.
Landscape Design
Desert-appropriate landscape design that extends the indoor-outdoor connection central to mid-century modern living in the Phoenix climate.
See Our Work in Action
View Selected ProjectsMid-Century Modern Renovation in Phoenix
How long does a mid-century modern renovation take in Phoenix?
Most full renovations run 6–12 months from design kickoff through final walkthrough. Finish-level refreshes can complete in 8–14 weeks. Ground-up additions and historic-register restorations typically need 12–18 months to account for permitting, structural work, and period-appropriate material sourcing.
Can a renovation keep a home's original mid-century character?
Yes — that’s the point. Mid Mod Phoenix begins every project by documenting what is original: rooflines, proportions, post-and-beam framing, clerestory glazing, breeze-block walls, original cabinetry and tile. Changes are made around those elements, not through them. A successful mid-century renovation should read as though the home was always this way.
What's the cost per square foot for a mid-century renovation in Phoenix?
Costs vary widely with scope and finish level. As of 2026, Phoenix mid-century renovations commonly fall between $250–$500/sq ft for comprehensive interior work, and $400–$700+/sq ft for additions with architectural design. Historic restoration and period-accurate finishes push higher. A formal estimate requires a site walk and scope definition.
Do you work on homes that aren't already mid-century modern?
The practice is intentionally narrow. Projects focus on existing mid-century modern homes in metro Phoenix — Haver, Beadle, Drake, Schreiber, and unattributed builder-architect homes from the 1945–1975 era. Work on non-MCM stock is occasional and usually tied to a related client relationship.
Does Mid Mod Phoenix handle permits, architecture, and construction?
Yes — design, architectural drawings, permitting, material selection, and construction coordination are handled in-house or through a curated team of trades who specialize in mid-century homes. Clients work with one point of contact across the full arc of the project.
Let's Design Something Together
Buying, selling, or restoring a mid-century modern home starts with a conversation. Tell us about your project and we’ll be in touch within one business day.