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The New Modernist House

Mid-Century Homes Renewed for Contemporary Living

Patricia Callan

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Thames & Hudson
31 October 2023

ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- This is one drop-dead gorgeous book! It takes 21 mid-century homes from around the country and showcases the architectural principles of these airy, sleek and tranquil houses. An historical overview is provided, along with the stories of the owners and current occupiers who have worked hard to preserve and sympathetically update the buildings. Beautifully illustrated with glowing photography, this is an excellent resource for renovators, dreamers and aficionados! Lindy


The intuitive design, sun-lit spaces and tranquil vibe of Modernist houses still have an enduring appeal today. But can these homes be updated for contemporary living while maintaining the integrity of the original architecture? The New Modernist House presents twenty-one mid-century homes respectfully restored and renewed for future generations to enjoy. Designs by some of the period's heavyweights - including Anatol Kagan, Alistair Knox and Ernest Fooks - have been sensitively updated by today's creative innovators.

Alongside stories of the passionate homeowners, architects and collaborators who have given these homes new life, a historical overview and section on practical considerations inform those drawn to a Modernist dream house. This colourful volume is both a useful resource for those embarking on their own renovation journey, and a sourcebook of inspiration for delighting in moments of nostalgia.
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Imprint:   Thames & Hudson
Country of Publication:   Australia
Dimensions:   Height: 290mm,  Width: 235mm, 
Weight:   1.840kg
ISBN:   9781760763268
ISBN 10:   1760763268
Pages:   280
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Unspecified

Patricia Callan is the founder of Modernist Australia, an online archive of local Mid-Century architecture. She has appeared on ABC radio, The Design Files and Fairfax publications to champion Modernist architecture from a layperson's perspective.

Reviews for The New Modernist House: Mid-Century Homes Renewed for Contemporary Living

ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- This is one drop-dead gorgeous book! It takes 21 mid-century homes from around the country and showcases the architectural principles of these airy, sleek and tranquil houses. An historical overview is provided, along with the stories of the owners and current occupiers who have worked hard to preserve and sympathetically update the buildings. Beautifully illustrated with glowing photography, this is an excellent resource for renovators, dreamers and aficionados! Lindy






'Examines 21 midcentury houses across Australia that have been painstakingly restored and renewed… In doing so, the volume also reveals the work of lesser-known designers' - Architectural Record


  • Short-listed for Australian Book Industry Awards 2024 (Australia)
  • Short-listed for Australian Book Industry Awards 2024 (UK)

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