Architect: Richard Holt AIA Photographer: Cheryle St. Onge
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury balcony in Portland Maine with glass railing.

How do you improve on midcentury modern? Lincoln Lighthill Architect’s extensive renovation of an early 60's, Eichler-esque home on Twin Peaks answers the question by picking up where the original house left off, with simple but important updates that reimagine this unique home. By replacing punched windows with walls of glass, removing interior walls and opening up a 40’ wide living space with a large steel moment frame, inserting skylights at key locations to bring light deep into the interior, and cantilevering a steel and timber deck off the front to take in the spectacular view, the full potential of the original design is realized. The renovation included an inside and out rethinking of how the home functions, with new kitchen, bathrooms, and finishes throughout. A comprehensive energy upgrade included efficient windows, LED lighting and dimming controls, spray-foam insulation throughout, efficient furnace upgrades, and pre-wiring for a rooftop solar system.

Clean, horizontal lines and timber accents are key design elements for Mid Century Modern inspired homes. Timber-look aluminium battens by DecoBatten were used to create a modern yet tranquil outdoor space that accentuates the home’s characteristics and blends seamlessly with the surrounding bushland. Images courtesy of The Palm Co. Designer: Michelle Viret Design Builder: New Start Building & Construction Product: 50 x 50 QuickClick DecoBattens Colour: DecoWood® Natural Spotted Gum

Clean, horizontal lines and timber accents are key design elements for Mid Century Modern inspired homes. Timber-look aluminium battens by DecoBatten were used to create a modern yet tranquil outdoor space that accentuates the home’s characteristics and blends seamlessly with the surrounding bushland. Images courtesy of The Palm Co. Designer: Michelle Viret Design Builder: New Start Building & Construction Product: 50 x 50 QuickClick DecoBattens Colour: DecoWood® Natural Spotted Gum

Clean, horizontal lines and timber accents are key design elements for Mid Century Modern inspired homes. Timber-look aluminium battens by DecoBatten were used to create a modern yet tranquil outdoor space that accentuates the home’s characteristics and blends seamlessly with the surrounding bushland. Images courtesy of The Palm Co. Designer: Michelle Viret Design Builder: New Start Building & Construction Product: 50 x 50 QuickClick DecoBattens Colour: DecoWood® Natural Spotted Gum

Architect: Richard Holt AIA Photographer: Cheryle St. Onge
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury balcony in Portland Maine with glass railing.

Clean, horizontal lines and timber accents are key design elements for Mid Century Modern inspired homes. Timber-look aluminium battens by DecoBatten were used to create a modern yet tranquil outdoor space that accentuates the home’s characteristics and blends seamlessly with the surrounding bushland. Images courtesy of The Palm Co. Designer: Michelle Viret Design Builder: New Start Building & Construction Product: 50 x 50 QuickClick DecoBattens Colour: DecoWood® Natural Spotted Gum

Architect: Richard Holt AIA Photographer: Cheryle St. Onge
Small midcentury balcony in Portland Maine with glass railing.