In the early ’70s, before my family moved to Los Angeles out of Northern California, we lived at a 1960s ranch-style residence. Our house was in a huge tract along with other houses of this style, with dramatic horizontal and low rooflines with gable and hip profiles. The designs were L shaped or U shaped, and rambled on with main living spaces on one side and bedrooms around the other. The major living spaces were available, with oversize windows which gave an outdoors-in feeling. I remember meals on TV trays (walnut veneer, naturally) in front of the big stone fireplace in the living area, that was adjacent to the kitchen.
Because of standard building, these ranch houses still stand today. And the classic ranch still has charm for older and younger generations. The baby boomers, now in their 60s, such as the single-story construction typical of this architecture. Younger buyers looking for their first home love the retro style. Interior designs are really up for translation, mostly reflecting the owners’ needs and enjoys. Take a look at the current versions of this iconic American fashion.
Think. Design Office
Think. Design Office
Midcentury influence is front and center in this great upgraded ranch home. The glass front allows in complete views of the beautiful mature trees on this property.
A close-up view of the front facade shows high ceilings and a clean, contemporary aesthetic.
Think. Design Office
The back side of this property has partition-style doors which open up for a authentic outdoor-room feeling. More contemporary lines specify this home with a fire pit and a pass-through the kitchen off.
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This traditional ranch-style exterior includes an extended gable roof with initial 1969 hanging outside pendants. The slant of this ranch style is a little more midcentury. The color scheme has been updated to highlight the lush picture.
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Sunlight abounds within this open-concept, upgraded ranch. The interior is minimalist and contemporary. Skylights have been added that illuminate the neutral and natural kind of the main living area.
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Oversize windows and sliders increase the contemporary aesthetic. The double-sided fireplace nods into the 70’s style that was trending as soon as the house was built.
Tim Cuppett Architects
This simple, rustic ranch home goes back to the 1850s; its own spacious covered porch offers lots of farmhouse appeal. The inside reveals a wise and sophisticated remodel.
Tim Cuppett Architects
A matching palette of black trim and glistening white painted siding includes great transitional appeal. Discreet lighting fittings and hot wood floors snug up the dining area.
Tim Cuppett Architects
The open cabinets within this kitchen make use of every square inch under a slanted roof typical of ranch design.
Tara Bussema – Neat Organization and Design
Following is a classic midcentury ranch house complete with board and batten siding and a non gable roof. Notice the minimalist landscape of concrete and succulents. The outside color is Amherst Gray HC-167 by Benjamin Moore.
Tara Bussema – Neat Organization and Design
A white wood ceiling is just one of my favourite interior features. This light-filled space does not disappoint, with good vibes out of the windows into the cozy cork flooring.
Tara Bussema – Neat Organization and Design
Take advantage of those oversize corner windows by placing a cozy chair and a lamp nearby. With beautiful windows this big, I would suggest looking into a transparent window film to lower the level of the sun.
Feldman Architecture, Inc..
Another light-filled ranch that features clean, modern landscaping. The painted brick fireplace you’ll see within the next photograph suits the outside color palette.
Feldman Architecture, Inc..
More white ceilings and contemporary styling on the inside make retro allure. The diverse mix of furnishings includes a Platner side table and slingback cowhide chair.
Feldman Architecture, Inc..
A great deal of windows, typical in ranch houses, can make kitchen storage more hard. This great-looking solution fits the contemporary aesthetic without cluttering the kitchen with upper cabinets.
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