Atomic Ranch Design Issue 2021

EDITORIAL Content Director and Brand Leader: Jickie Torres Managing Editor: Anne Brink Associate Editor: Ian McMaster Digital Brand Manager: Kris Christensen Web Editor: Jolene Nolte DESIGN Design Director: Gabby Oh CONTRIBUTORS Kristin Dowding, Erin Lawrence, Tess Lopez, Laura Shimko, Lauren Hofer, Devlin Smith, Meryl Schoenbaum, Robert Maurer, Autumn Krause, Jolene Nolte CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Gavin Cater, Mary Elizabeth Gardner, Chase Daniel, Bret Gum, Chad Mellon, Jess Blackwell, Robert Maurer, Hanh Bannister, Katarzyna Bialasiewicz, Cody Willins ADVERTISING Julie Hale • jhale@engaged.media Suzy Bailey • suzy.bailey@engaged.media Christina Walker • cwalker@engaged.media Sebastian Tirkey • Advertising Traffic Coordinator OPERATIONS Manish Kumar Mishra: Operations Manager Surajpal Singh Bisht: Prepress Manager Chandan Pandey: Production & Newsstand Circulation Manager CUSTOMER SERVICE Engaged Media LLC 2220 Sedwick Road Durham, NC 27713 SIXSAILS GROUP Scott Hall: CEO Carrie Rubalcaba: Human…

While I talk a lot about and have become quite the by-proxy expert in mid century renovations, architecture and structure, my origin story in Mid Century Modern works really comes from design and furnishings. Long before I understood the inner workings of cantilevered building design or helped extol the virtues of period-sensitive remodels, I was a college student on the prowl in thrift stores here in Orange County, California. I scanned the cluttered second-hand shops hunting for clean lines, sleek handles, hairpin legs and futuristic shapes. My boyfriend and I would score these amazingly cool dressers and chairs for 20 to 40 bucks to fill an apartment. Landing them was easy back then; pick up a couple of Bentwood dining chairs and some northern soul vinyl records. All in a…

COOL STUFF: HOLIDAY DINING ESSENTIALS Get ready for holiday entertaining with dining table furniture, table settings and other retro/retro-inspired décor. MODERNIST INDEX: ALEXANDER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY You’ve probably heard the name in association with Palm Springs Mid Century Modern neighborhoods. Find out more about this legendary MCM Palm Springs builder. MERRY & MALM There’s no mistaking the Malm’s modernist silhouette. And while it looks great, make sure yours also works great. Read up on how to care for your Malm so that it can warm you up all winter long. JULIUS SHULMAN Learn more about this famous architectural photographer, a friend of Charles Eames and photographer of many MCM structures like the Case Study Houses. LOOK FOR THIS THROUGHOUT THE ISSUE TO SEE WHAT EXTRA CONTENT YOU’LL FIND ONLINE. Follow us…

1. The exposed oak, tight upholstery and welted seams give this sofa a clean, modern look perfect for any MCM home. Leon three-seater sofa in dijon, $1,699. (888) 922-4199 or westelm.com. 2. This design combines Mid Century Modern, Scandinavian and industrial influences to create a simple yet cozy sofa meant for the most stylish lounge. Foundry sofa in navy, $2,495. Visit gusmodern.com. 3. A centerpiece of any family room, this sofa offers a high level of practicality, comfort and style. Hughes grand sofa in olive, $2,093. Visit joybird.com. 4. Soft velvet upholstery, hairpin-inspired solid wood legs and block-style tufting make this sofa a stunner in any room. Sussex velvet sofa in blush, $869. (973) 276-0444 or inmod.com. 5. Luxurious and sleek, the plump cushions combined with slim arms make a…

1. This strikingly designed credenza features brass pulls, tapered feet and vibrant teal doors that contrast perfectly with a stained walnut veneer frame. Brondby walnut and teal-door credenza, $1,299. (312) 779-1979 or crateandbarrel.com. 2. Yes, there is cable management and adjustable shelves, but this is more than just a TV stand. The body and legs are solid acacia wood, and when the slatted sliding doors overlap, the mosaic design created makes this more than just a place to set your television. Keenes solid wood TV stand, $870. (844) 882-8925 or allmodern.com. 3. The perfect companion for the MCM dining room. This buffet makes plates, glassware and linens accessible, while bolstering a smart sleek look. Pinehurst three-drawer buffet by Wade Logan, $259.99. (844) 492-3177 or wayfair.com. 4. Architecturally inspired and objectively…

1. A versatile and handsome hutch with reversible shelves for bottle or flat surface storage offered in black walnut and cherry wood. Catalina 30-inch hutch in walnut. For pricing, (802) 222-9282 or copelandfurniture.com. 2. Iconic designer and artist Kipp Stewart made this solid walnut cabinet to become the centerpiece of your dining area and to include upper glass shelving and lighting that puts your best china on display. Kipp Stewart mid century walnut china cabinet for Drexel, $2,795. (708) 497-9111 or midcenturywarehouse.com. 3. This smart and stylish wall unit offers a fold-down bar and hidable wine rack, saving space in your dining room without sacrificing storage. Theo modular shelving with bar by District Eight, $1,705.50. (631) 270-4560 or franceandson.com. 4. Modern yet timeless, this expertly crafted cupboard from Belgium has…