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The Case Study Houses were and are an illustration of modernism’s intended audience—the masses. These homes were intended to change the way we look at residential design and forever alter the way we live. Built or unfinished, preserved or lost, join us as we take a closer look at each of the iconic designs that carry the name “Case Study House.” In this installment, we look at house #11.

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Every landmark house needs a champion, and the Weltzheimer-Johnson House found one in Ellen Johnson. A renowned art aficionado and Oberlin College professor, Johnson purchased the 2,100-square-foot ranch home in 1968 with hopes of restoring it to its former Frank Lloyd Wright aesthetic.

With a view of the San Jacinto Mountains, its celebrity pedigree and futuristic design, the home embodies the ease, glamour and Mid Century Modern style for which Palm Springs is famous. The 4 bedroom, 5 bath house has been featured in a variety of magazines and films, including an Elvis documentary. The home is designed as a series of four circular pods and offers plenty of hosting room.

As the daughter of influential mid century artisan Harry Bertoia, Celia Bertoia feels that her role is to educate the public specifically about her father, and generally about the mid century era. According to Celia, most people are aware of Bertoia’s Diamond Chair, but many are unaware of his myriad other works—which include jewelry, sculpture, monotypes and sonambient recordings. Here, Celia shares about her journey to educate others, offering unique insight into the life and work of Harry Bertoia.

Whether you’re adding a small accent or covering the entire wall in decadent color, tile is a great way to update the bathroom. We’ve rounded up all types of Mid Century Modern bathroom tile and inspiration to get you going on your next renovation!Vibrant colors and unique shapes abound in the vast selection of Modern and contemporary styles at Modwalls. The small squares of the Brio line, seen here, create a truly retro look.Get your Zen moments anywhere you can! Mid century modern bathroom tile can easily lend itself to an organic zen vibe. This relaxing blend of muted tones in linear glass tile by Dal Tile creates a calming backsplash.

Until the 1930s, the company focused mostly on chairs, but they shifted to follow the growing interest in complete furniture suites for the home. Their styles shifted too, from Early American to Streamline Modern and Swedish Modern. Streamline Modern nodded to the aerodynamic design of the time, found in trains, cars, architecture and even appliances. In the late 1940s, Heywood-Wakefield style took on a more classic 1950s look, but most pieces still had the elegant curves and soft edging. As a side note, the company was also well known for its wicker and rattan furniture during the mid century!