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EPISODE · May 22, 2025 · 55 MIN

Getting into Mid-Century Design Details with Aletha VanderMaas

from Mid Mod Remodel · host Della Hansmann | Mid Mod Midwest

Do you remember the first person you encountered who validated that your mid-century house was great and that you should LEAN INTO its charm when updating it to suit your own life?  That’s such a magical feeling. To realize that you’re not alone in wanting to steer clear of the HGTV “paint it white” world.  Today I want to introduce you to one of MY OWN first sources of great Mid Mod inspiration.: Aletha VanderMaasI first “met” Aletha when I was a complete newcomer to the Mid-Century world. Her home, her design project photos and advice were a revelation to me.  She showed me I was not ALONE in thinking vintage mid-century homes could be lovingly updated in ways that felt timeless and still charming.  (She also showed me that it was possible to run a small business providing mid-century design services!)I finally got to chat with Aletha for this week’s podcast and we covered a lot of ground!Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2107 Like and subscribe at Apple | Spotify Want us to create your mid-century master plan? Apply here! Or get my course,  Ready to Remodel.

Do you remember the first person you encountered who validated that your mid-century house was great and that you should LEAN INTO its charm when updating it to suit your own life? That’s such a magical feeling. To realize that you’re not alone in wanting to steer clear of the HGTV “paint it white” world. Today I want to introduce you to one of MY OWN first sources of great Mid Mod inspiration.: Aletha VanderMaas I first “met” Aletha when I was a complete newcomer to the Mid-Cent...

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Do you remember the first person you encountered who validated that your mid-century house was great and that you should LEAN INTO its charm when updating it to suit your own life?  That’s such a magical feeling. To realize that you’re not alone in...

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