This article first appeared in Get It Living magazine

As their name suggests, mid-century homes are not young starlets, having been constructed between 1945 and 1975. And while this style of abode may have fallen out of favour over the years, the clever use of open-plan rooms and seamless indoor/outdoor transitions have put the homes back in favour with well-heeled architectural aficionados.

Architect George Kouparitsas says we’re seeing a resurgence of renovations on the Gold Coast aimed at injecting new life into these old homes by evoking the laid back luxury of the golden years of Palm Springs or the heady lifestyle brought to life in Mad Men. “Mid-century homes can have a timeless appeal as they typically feature a functional design that focussed on natural materials and simple structural form,” says Mr Kouparitsas.

“Today, this serves as a prime foundation for home owners looking to renovate or extend, whether they are seeking to update it to a minimalist, Scandinavian feel, or hark back to the stylish retro vibe of the 1950s.”

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