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Midcentury Modern

Midcentury masterpiece with mahogany walls asks $798K in Glencoe

Designed by architect Richard Barancik, the 1953 home has four bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a stunning patio.

Get this handsome midcentury ranch in Barrington for $495K

The striking three-bedroom home was designed by notable architect Dennis Blair, a student of Frank Lloyd Wright.

Renovated Marina City one-bedroom with stunning views lists for $385K

An extensive gut rehab brings this midcentury modern condo into the 21st century.

In Lake Forest, get this midcentury home with a soaring living room for $1M

The residence was designed by Chicago architect Arnold Schaffner in 1965.

In Glencoe, a midcentury Keck & Keck ranch wants $650K

Built in 1954, the five-bedroom North Shore home stands of a wooded lot.

Midcentury modern home by Milton Schwartz reduced to $810K

Built in 1960, the Glencoe home is surrounded by woodsy landscaping.

In Evanston, a midcentury home on Lake Michigan wants $3.3M

Will a buyer opt to live in the 65-year-old home or tear it down for something new?

Updated two-bedroom in Mies-designed Lakeview tower seeks $379K

An appealing mix of midcentury modern vibes, contemporary conveniences, and a great location.

Sleek Astor Tower one-bedroom has original midcentury cabinets for $255K

The cozy Gold Coast home offers an enticing mix of new and old features.

Get this faithfully restored Marina City one-bedroom for $290K

The home’s architect owner wanted to keep the midcentury modern unit as original-looking as possible.

Uptown office building reborn as midcentury-inspired apartments

The 342-unit Draper development includes a tiki lounge for residents.

Modernist atrium home designed by Wright protege seeks $770K

Built in 1972 by Dennis Blair, the suburban home some impressive indoor landscaping.

Midcentury ranch with zen garden courtyard seeks $650K in Lincolnshire

The north suburban property was built in 1957 and has been carefully maintained and updated since.

Beautifully renovated Marina City studio makes the most of 500 square feet

The midcentury modern unit features custom furniture crafted by its design-savvy owners.

Midcentury modern Riverwoods home by Edward Humrich asks $523K

The three-bedroom, two-bathroom residence has many trademarks of the architect’s Wright-influenced style.

Lake Point Tower two-bedroom with midcentury vibes asks $979K

The views aren’t too bad either.

Lake Forest ranch with glass walls and vaulted ceilings asks $975K

The midcentury modern home was an early contemporary work by architect Charles Page.

Glass house by Mies van der Rohe student returns seeking $550K

The suburban Chicago home was designed as the personal residence of architect Harry "Deever" Rockwell.

Midcentury estate with stunning enclosed courtyard asks $2M

The Lake Forest home is a rare design by late architect George Scott Hodgkins.

Relive Apollo 8 from the MSI’s midcentury modern ‘Moon Room’

The Museum of Science and Industry exhibit marks the 50th anniversary of humankind’s first trip around the moon.

Keck-designed home with retractable roof fetches $1.18M

The unique midcentury modern residence was built by noted architect brothers William and George Fred Keck in 1962.

Midcentury Lake Forest home by architect I. W. Colburn seeks $2.5M

The low-slung brick and glass structure blends with its landscaped surroundings.

Lake Bluff home designed by Wright disciple asks $689K

Perched atop a wooded ravine, the suburban property was completed by notable architect Dennis Blair in 1964.

Retro Lake Forest ranch with a sunken shag living room asks $1.1M

The suburban time capsule is full of midcentury and 1970s design touches.

Midcentury masterpiece by Frank Lloyd Wright protege seeks $1.2M

Late architect Dennis Blair regarded the suburban Chicago home as his greatest residential work.

Demolition looms over midcentury modern home in Glencoe

The 1965 home is one of 52 private dwellings designed by notable architect Edward Dart.

Own this remarkable midcentury glass house south of Chicago for $749K

Designed by a Mies van der Rohe disciple Harry "Deever" Rockwell, the minimalist home is surprisingly practical.

Midcentury time capsule by a Frank Lloyd Wright protege asks $809K

This striking single-owner home in Park Ridge, Illinois, was created by renowned modernist architect Don Erickson.

Midcentury Modern meets A-frame home lists for $595K in North Barrington

The suburban home has been owned by the same family for 50 years.

Midcentury modern home in Winnetka asks $2.5M

The bright, art-filled space has an indoor pool

Own this handsome midcentury modern Keck-designed home for $475K

Located in Flossmoor, Illinois, the 1958 home features a wall of windows to enjoy its wooded surroundings.

Tour a Keck-designed midcentury modern gem for a good cause

The two-day "Dream House" event will take place in a unique 1962 home in suburban Highland Park.

Retro Winnetka home with indoor pool takes big price cut

The unusual North Shore home is straight out of the ‘70s.

Modernist Keck & Keck escape in Indiana lists for $399K

The house was not just modern in its aesthetic

Slick Sandburg Terrace one-bedroom with retro flair asks $250K

This cozy but extensively updated condo unit features restored bright blue old-school steel cabinets.

Midcentury Usonian-style home still searching for buyer

After a major price reduction, the house went under contract. But it has returned to the market once again.

$299K gets this midcentury fixer upper in Glen Ellyn

This early ‘60s home is a paneled wood and exposed brick lover’s dream house.

Another midcentury modern time capsule lists in suburban Lake Forest

The well-preserved 1959 home comes from architect Leroy Binkley.

Barrington area modernist compound lists for $1 million

The large house was designed by noted midcentury architect Dennis Blair.