Mid Century House Tour

[@caseys.manning8758]

Thank you for keeping everything original! I love the personality & character of older homes. It’s so unique compared to what we see today…which is boring & way too cookie cutter. If you ever decide to sell & move PLEASE make sure you sell to someone, like yourselves, that will love this gem just as it is & not try to update & remodel. This house deserves to be cherished & taken good care of like the treasure it is!

[@karent743]

Thank you, I agree. And we did end up selling to get off the busy street and into a more private property. The person who bought it wanted to keep it original too! She bought it for a type of air b n b and to rent out for parties. If I could have moved the house I would have stayed forever!

[@emmabovary1228]

Fabulous! Built ins, recessed lights, 3/4 walls, those windows! You hit the jackpot! You can still find ceiling tiles matching your ceiling. I just adore how you selected period furnishings using Avocado green and harvest gold. Everything was meant to be modern and beautiful. Lucky you!

[@Tomatohater64]

I grew up in a house during the 60s and 70s that was filled with paneling and shag carpeting. This brings back some old memories. Thanks, folks. (I think our house was built in 1958.)

[@karent743]

Thanks for watching !

[@Tomatohater64]

​@karent743 Sure thing!

[@1834RestorationHouse]

That's a beautifully preserved example of Midcentury architecture! You didn't mention the intercom system, but it looks like it's in good shape too.

[@karent743]

@@1834RestorationHouse Oh thank you! And I thought I did but maybe I forgot? It didn’t work unfortunately.

[@TheRTM]

Love my mid century modern home, it was built in 1959 (we are the second owner). we haven't changed anything either. The only thing we are going to remodel update is the bathroom that services the hall and the kitchen, when we do we will stay faithful, to the mid century modern design and an aesthetic. your home is absolutely beautiful!

[@karent743]

Thank you! Glad you are going to keep yours true to the style when you do change it. I realized some things just wear out over time and you have to replace things. Those little ovens are great as far as heating and cooking but the size is limiting for sure.

[@luzmaria72]

OMG! Be still my beating heart... you are living my dream! And thank you soooo much for keeping her so original and not "knocking out that wall". The few changes you indicated that you've made are very tastefully done. May you and your family have many happy years in this gorgeous (and nostalgic) masterpiece of a home!

[@louiscaruso4167]

I love your home. I also like the idea of two dishwashers...

[@karent743]

@@louiscaruso4167 thank you, yes I think the original owner threw a lot of parties. I’ve never seen that before, two dishwashers in a single family home.

[@vincentstivali1561]

Ur house is fantastic ! I grew up in a 1960s ranch, very mid century, parents sold it, and 30 yrs later i bought it. All the mcm has been removed and looks nothing like it did when i originally lived here. Only original thing is a Carrara marble fireplace, which is beautiful. I love the fact that u didnt remove the style from ur house,its really great!

[@karent743]

@@vincentstivali1561 oh that’s neat! But too bad it wasn’t like you remembered, did you realize that before you bought it? That was probably a dumb question, lol. Anyway, maybe you can make it look mid century again,that would be cool!

[@tracysteeledesigns]

I can’t believe you walked by the built in (intercom ?) twice! Without stopping to 29:38 focus on it or tell us about it. Great tour though. Thank you!

[@karent743]

It didn’t work unfortunately. Thanks for watching, it was a bit longer than I had intended.

[@lindaberg9960]

Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful and charming home❤ You and your hubby did a great job! Love and appreciate how you preserved this gorgeous piece from a grand era! Much appreciation. GOD bless you & your family❤

[@haileemontoya6324]

The fact that the original stuff is in such great shape goes to show you how well made things used to be. Mcm is not my style but I can appreciate the beauty of it.

[@yavrum22]

Beautiful home 🏠. ❤ all your artwork too. Thank you for sharing your home and story 🙋‍♀️

[@karent743]

@@yavrum22 thanks for watching!

[@waltertowns1362]

I love your house I love your beautiful furniture from the 1960s I'm a1960s kid and looking at your living room furniture it brought back so many memories for me I'm from New York city and I love the furniture of the 1960s and 1970s I miss those two decades lol keep posting all the things from the 1960s and 1970s you and your husband make a person like me so grateful and thankful may the Lord Jesus christ continues to bless you and your family 👪 😂❤❤😂❤😂you're in my prayers God bless you always from New York to California lol😅😊😊

[@karent743]

Thank you for that sweet message! God blesses me for sure, no matter what the world throws my way. I have my sights set on eternity 🙂

[@sfl6307]

Try a light plant above the plant, you can buy a bulb which will help provide fake sunlight for that built in floor plant.

[@wdgbirmingham2]

I really enjoyed this tour! Our house growing up was 1970's, avacado appliances, harvest gold bath. If I could go back to it I wouldn't change a single thing! Something that struck me while watching this video was the closets in the kids rooms, just thinking about the various styles of clothes that have hung in them over the decades, so neat. Love the built in hampers. Love the light fixtures. Thank you for the tour! ☺️

[@karent743]

You’re very welcome, glad you enjoyed it. It was definitely a unique and very cool period in home design! It’s sad how many are being updated or torn down.

[@laurawhitaker1797]

Beautiful home and in such great shape! You’re a hoot! Such dry humor. I hope you’re still enjoying this treasure.

[@karent743]

@@laurawhitaker1797 I’m not, life happens… but the new owner is keeping it original.

[@johnsupko6615]

The house is stunning, so nice that you continue to preserve history

[@TheSimArchitect]

Two dishwashers are a bonus. You can always have a dirty and a clean one. Fiddle around if you didn't yet, with your routine. I am going to do the same once I move and have enough space for 2 dishwashers as well. You just alternate between them (or use both after a party, that's how the ultra wealthy do it).

[@andeedavis]

My heart... this house is soooo perfect. 🥰

[@craiggillett5985]

Hello from New Zealand 🇳🇿 your house is fabulous and I’m so pleased she will be in your care. The kitchen is perfect. Please don’t loose the turquoise:) that’s so smart to get a panel dishwasher. Clever!! The mango orange countertop is outrageous. It’s so so so cool. What a fabulous home.

[@Mary-lg8mj]

YOUR HOME IS GORGEOUS AND I LOVED THE THOROUGH TOUR YOU GAVE! AND THE ORIGINAL DETAILS IN THE HOUSE ARE WONDERFUL! AND YOUR CATS ARE BEAUTIFUL..LOVE THEM! GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!

[@karent743]

Thank you, glad you liked it. I love looking at history and preservation of it.

[@thepaulhenderson]

Beautiful home! A real time capsule worth keeping! Where is it? The only thing I'd change about that kitchen is the backsplash. Its nice, but seems too modern-modern. Loook at the Big Chill retro refrigerator. You can get it colormatched with those great ovens and dishwashers! All the other changes and updates are perfect! Thanks for sharing. Also, love those kitties!

[@corklosc]

Beautiful home. I like the turquoise kitchen counters, I would keep them.

[@Tamar-sz8ox]

This mid century home is a gem 💎!

[@valariesparks5253]

That is a beautiful house. I love the white tile in the bathrooms it does brighten it up. I also love the built in Dressers and draws.

[@karent743]

Thank you! I loved it too, we moved to get off the busy street. It will go down as my favorite house for sure!

[@swedishlutheran]

❤❤❤❤ love it !! Great taste. Beautiful home. Molested is a good way to describe updated vintage homes with ugly grey and cheap stuff.

[@karent743]

100% agree! I hate it when they make the cool old homes look “vanilla”

[@spencerd8201]

Gorgeous gorgeous home and you have done a wonderful job furnishing it! Love The console stereo

[@karent743]

@@spencerd8201 thank you!

[@Cutelatinguy2]

Love it! Looks very inviting and has real decor vs all 1950s kitschy with too many knick knacks!

[@the_eerie_faerie_tales]

Wow I love the design/layout of the kids bathroom! I wish more people would do that, even for master baths... maybe an unpopular opinion, but just because you're in a relationship doesn't mean you never want any privacy or separation. Love the house overall - midcentury homes are my absolute favorite. Thank you for taking us along on a tour!

[@teresacastanedacastaneda6555]

My house was built in 1960 and we are 2nd owner. It has not been updated either.

[@karent743]

Oh! I bet it’s cool!!!! If you ever do a video let me know!

[@teresacastanedacastaneda6555]

@karent743 I do not do videos, if one of my kids will do, I will let you know. I was born in 1960 so I fell in love with the house.

[@karent743]

@@teresacastanedacastaneda6555 well, if they do, let me know I would love to see it I was born in 1969

[@danbell3378]

​@teresacastanedacastaneda6555 I'm an old 1960 make myself. we lived in Houston from 65 to 67, and I remember some of the things in your house. Thank you for not changing much. Too often, so-called "updates" are really destruction.

[@bettybrodnan850]

Appliances lasted longer back then

[@anamariagutierrez2019]

High marks for the autentic mid century decor, I like the Bohemian vibe and the bright colors makes me crave for a salad smoothie or cupcakes thank very much for sharing it to us.

[@latbomblatbomb7540]

Camera man understood the assignment

[@karincampbell9289]

Really cool house. I was born in 1956, and this house reminds me of the houses my friends lived in. Nothing like MCM!

[@karent743]

@@karincampbell9289 I agree, they are the coolest!

[@TheSimArchitect]

Your place looks beautiful and classy! Thanks for sharing and for preserving it! 😇

[@parkfor3906]

Your kitchen is lovely and the pulls are WONDERFUL. Your change choices are good, the orange, re Orange, turquoise is perfect!

[@tthomas501]

OMG! Did I see two Tretchikoff paintings? I have Balinese Girl (I named her Niaomi) and I just love it! I've never seen anyone else with any of his artwork! 🥰👍👏. Your house is beautiful!

[@karent743]

@@tthomas501 thank you, yes those are Tretchikoff prints. We have since moved due to street noise, I was sad to go but happy to be out of the city. We sold to someone who is keeping it original and I even included some of my furniture in the sale. We moved to a late 80s house that is actually pretty cool as well so I got to decorate in my growing up era, that was fun.

[@ne2448]

❤ so glad you kept it original, hate when they flip houses.

[@karent743]

Me too!

[@LifeofWalk]

I like it and I wasn't even born yet. To me it's cool! 60s design is cool and timeless!

[@stevenkaskus6173]

Nice fireplace

[@marshasimpson261]

Love your house! So glad you kept it as it should be! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@thebatridesagain]

Very late to the party but this house is lovely 🥰 all your furniture goes so well, you have some beautiful pieces. Such a wonderful find.

[@sharonthebaron88]

Such a cool home! I love all the cat statues and that panther coffee table! I want one of those so bad.

[@stevenkaskus6173]

That medicine cabinet and mirror combo over your master bathroom sinks we had those in our house that my mom bought in late 1968. Plus we had brown gas cooktop and wall oven. MY Mom had us repaint the kitchen cabinets a tangerine orange

[@karent743]

@@stevenkaskus6173 the original flooring in the kitchen and family room was a pebble look green and yellow linoleum.

[@javierdealba6868]

that’s really pretty 🤗🤗🤗, also reminds me the Brady bunch 😃🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌✌️

[@ginaferracini9375]

Wow love the stone wall and fire place beautiful home don't change ii and the furniture orange couch green stools amazing ..❤.

[@karent743]

Already moved☹️the street was too busy! Other circumstances as well, out of my control. But I believe the new owner is keeping it original and I sold her some of my furniture. I’m doing a video soon of my new house, stay tuned!

[@AmosAmerica]

Wow! Great tour. Great house. I'm not sure if the bathroom and daughters wall paper is original, but its definitely in great shape. Consider dyeing the living room curtains if you want a change. The bedroom curtains... Well, I would not feel bad about removing the parts you don't like. It was the taste of the original owner who happened to live in the mid-century. You should feel free to do your own mid-century take on it since you are the owner now. 🙂 Happy you found the mango counter under the tile. that looks amazing! You should be very proud.

[@karent743]

Thank you! Sadly, we moved. But the new owner supposedly wanted to keep it the same. I moved into the 80s now, will be doing a tour in the next couple of weeks hopefully. Just need to finish organizing a couple rooms first. Stay tuned if you want to see 😁

[@katrish786]

I don't even like MCM & I think your house is insanely cool! There's so much to love in that house. I love the built-in hampers & built-in drawers in the closets & that partial wall that the cat was walking on. I love the entryway. The kitchen is crazy, I love it. I do agree about the counters, though. I think i would have gone white. I think you made good choices on the bathroom floors. They go really well with the style of the house. I wish they had floating toilets in homes now. I think your daughter has the best room with the built-in vanity & sink. It's unbelievable that all of the wallpapers & counters, etc, are in perfect condition. What are the chances?! I remember hotels used to have those heat lamps. I loved them. It felt so good when you got out of the shower because you didn't have to be cold when you got out of the shower. I'd have to put one of those bulbs in the lamp. Thanks for the wonderful tour!

[@karent743]

@@katrish786 thank you for your great detailed comment, glad you enjoyed the video!

[@sheilastahl633]

Loved the tour. I am completing a Mid Century new construction in GA and the ideas here were very helpful. The wallpaper was great and the layout of your home and so many unique items from that period that complete the look.

[@karent743]

Well, I’m glad that you got some good ideas. One thing I would suggest is, don’t have the master bedroom by the other bedrooms, especially if you have kids. That’s the one thing I did not like about this house, other than the busy street it’s on. Very cool that you are doing a new construction and giving it style !

[@stevenkaskus6173]

Your kitchen looks really nice, like the flooring and Think it goes very well in there. The knobs on the cabinets are unique and the cabinets are real wood with excellent construction and still look fabulous. Love that your new dishwasher has the old front on it to match the rest. I imagine the whole kitchen use to have that Mango orange countertop.

[@karent743]

@@stevenkaskus6173 actually the original countertop was white Formica and very stained

[@crystalnewman4238]

I love your house. I would. Keep. It. The. Way it. Is. I love. Those houses

[@GothGuy885]

I absolutely Love your house! 😍 it is as old as I am. as I was built in 1965 also, from a heath kit no less... HAHA Jkng you have Great taste, and Decorating skill.😀and your hubby, has fantastic mechanical skill. I love to tinker with electronics and mechanical things also. when I was little we had two Siamese cats, one was named Ti-ling, and the other chopsticks.

[@karent743]

Thank you! Love the cat names 🙂

[@jameshelmkay6764]

What a lovely set of dish washers.

[@stevenkaskus6173]

You do a great job at tiling, your choices are perfect. I actually really like the half bath tile the best how it goes with the wallpaper. The wallpaper in the kid's bathroom is actually rather nice and I thought you put it up since it's in such good shape then the paper in all the rooms is all in very good shape, place was built and decorated with quality.

[@joemug4079]

Kitchen cabinets are incredible.

[@sarzbeth]

The cabinet knobs are worth a lot! Bakelite!

[@thepaulhenderson]

BTW: That sink with the cool Presidential/U.S. Seal at 15:05 is very likely a memorial/homage to the recently assassinated JFK and the brief "Camalot" era of the Kennedy administration. That was a very big thing beginning in 1964 when they also came out with the Kennedy Half-Dollar and many homes hase the memorial busts, and tapestry rugs came out. I'd look underneath and see if there's a maker mark or model number. Regardless, its one more cool detail that's very 1964.

[@accreditationexperts]

Wow, what an incredible experience to step into a time capsule of the mid-century era with this house tour! Every corner of the space exudes authenticity, transporting visitors back to a bygone era of sleek lines, bold colors, and iconic furniture pieces. The attention to detail is remarkable - from the pristine kitchen appliances that have stood the test of time to the vibrant and textured wallpapers that define the era's design sensibilities. Walking through the living room, it's impossible not to admire the original Eames lounge chair and the exquisite teakwood cabinetry. The sun-soaked rooms are adorned with stunning mid-century artwork, accentuating the era's artistic flair. The open floor plan seamlessly connects different areas, fostering a sense of unity and functionality that was ahead of its time. The bedrooms are a symphony of warm wood tones and simple yet elegant furnishings. The original light fixtures that gently illuminate the rooms evoke a feeling of nostalgia for a time when design was both functional and aesthetically pleasing. It's fascinating how the mid-century architecture prioritized the integration of nature, evident through the large windows that bring the outdoors in and the carefully landscaped gardens that frame the house. As you explore the house, you can't help but appreciate the dedication to preservation that has maintained this mid-century gem. It's not just a house tour; it's a journey through history and design evolution. Being surrounded by all these original elements is like being a part of a living museum, offering a unique glimpse into the lifestyle and design ethos of an era that continues to captivate us today.

[@karent743]

I am speechless, you said it all. Your words and time are much appreciated! Thank you 😊

[@Putzing]

Super cool. Great job.

[@bluecube7247]

I enjoyed the tour!!! Gorgeous house!!!

[@karent743]

Thank you!

[@carolesommer2255]

Great House Tour - a Monstera Deliciosa would probably grow well

[@karent743]

Thank you, and thanks for the tip, I’ll look that up! 😊

[@lauralousherbert5197]

Enjoy .. Life is short. Your home is Amazing

[@karent743]

Thank you! Sadly, we moved. But I have another beautiful home God blessed me with . I’m actually looking forward to my eternal home with Jesus 🙂life is short and full of trials. Thanks for taking the time to comment and watch !

[@barbie6391]

Absolutely beautiful!!

[@eladioflores3748]

Hello Karen and Freddy I’m just watching your home tour video your house looks beautiful please don’t cut the doors for lighting get a skylight it’s a very mid century thing to do. Ok back to the video just started watching.

[@karent743]

That is a good idea! We are no longer there but we sold to someone who is keeping it original 🙂

[@artwerksDallas]

The green lady is the Mona Lisa of Australia. Look it up

[@karent743]

Ok I will, thanks for the information. She was really cool and went to a new home where she is very much appreciated. The person who bought her was so happy to have her because she reminded him of his grandma’s home where she was also displayed. 🙂

[@prometheusv9477]

I love the turquoise laminate

[@Prieze868]

You've done really well keeping this original beautiful the front door I just it's a shame you can't get a like a a crimsafe screen door that doesn't look like there's no definite style just and leave the front door s open

[@MsBenlane]

love the house love the cats

[@Prieze868]

Love burnt red oven and teak kitchen

[@somerliwindsong803]

Love this house midcenentury so kewl

[@lizabetx483]

I love the turquoise color.

[@Thomas-yr9ln]

A lot of mid century homes in California. ❤

[@brettwerner5066]

You guys did a great job with this video!!! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@karent743]

Oh thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it 🙂

[@HelpingHand-ic4wt]

not just original, it's all top quality original. Take out that wall??? Never! :)

[@johncornell3665]

Very nice house

[@kennixox262]

Your thumbnail says all it needs to for me . Too bad no one makes those "eyelid" fan hoods that used to go over wall ovens that vented out through the roof. Really good for pulling out the smoke and heat in the kitchen.

[@karent743]

I agree! I have a different house now with one of those huge ceiling hoods and it’s good for nothing!

[@alexac3098]

The Dixie cup dispenser in the bathroom!!!

[@sarzbeth]

This house is SO COOOOOOL

[@joemug4079]

Definitely a jewel.

[@Joejoe8383]

Beautiful home. Love it

[@karent743]

Thank you!

[@kennylunaaa5596]

Hi karen, The kitchen exhaust fan is blowing back into kitchen because it most likely has no ductwork. You can find out if it has ductwork by opening the cabinets above the fan. If you do have ductwork, there should be a pipe that runs out from the top of the exhaust fan and into the ceiling or into the wall. If not, it would need to be installed if you'd want it to work properly. I live in a home built in 1957 and the exhaust fan in the kitchen never had ductwork! Hope you can figure it out. Beautiful home by the way (:

[@karent743]

Hi, thank you and thanks for the tips! We actually sold the home a couple years ago and now live in a modern late 80’s home. So I had fun decorating that 😁since I was a teenager in the 80s it was even more fun. But I still love mid century the best! We just wanted to get out of town and off the busy street. Lots of things have changed since then, life throws us a lot of curve balls when we least expect it.

[@kennylunaaa5596]

Expect the unexpected! Godspeed (:

[@karent743]

@@kennylunaaa5596 well, it wasn’t pleasant. But God is good and getting me through. Thank you🙂

[@Jeannified]

@@karent743I hope you are ok. Prayers to you snd your family. This house is absolutely amazing! You did a great thing by maintaining all of its originality, because it was still in grest condition! The current owner is very lucky! If this is now an air bnb, can you please share where it is, so we might be able to stay there sometime? You snd Freddie are both very talented too! Thanks for making this fantastic video! 😊🙏🏻

[@karent743]

@@Jeannified I am ok, Freddie and I are no longer together. I can try to ask the new owner about that for you. 🙂

[@MK-hz2bn]

Omg I have a mcm kitty collection too! Show yours, I would love to see it

[@ccookie7913]

Love your house. That would be a dream house of mine. Really want a deep bathtub in the primary ensuite though. So glad you preserved it, wish I'd been the one to buy it from you! What city is it located in?

[@karent743]

Thank you I’d rather not say what city just for privacy reasons

[@ccookie7913]

@@karent743 Oh ok, I understand. I'm just always curious thinking maybe there's more! Maybe one I can buy.

[@karent743]

@@ccookie7913 I know the feeling. I almost considered moving to Texas one time because there was a really cool house for sale .

[@gunterpelz9291]

Great house - you are very lucky !!

[@karent743]

It was! We moved since the video. The new owner is keeping it the same.

[@eladioflores3748]

Your kitchen looks amazing love the counter tops color flooring you can do Marmoleum it’s a very mid century look.

[@karent743]

Thanks! And thanks for the tip 🙂

[@melissasteele-p5l]

Do not change the house! Amazing!

[@ghadeeralkhamees8752]

Absolutely beautiful 🧡

[@karent743]

Thank you!

[@debrabelton3161]

Your home is soooo cool!

[@karent743]

Thank you! We actually moved since the video. I miss it but the street was way too busy. We moved to a cool 80s house out of city limits with acerage. I keep meaning to do a video on this house but haven’t gotten around to it yet.

[@debrabelton3161]

@@karent743 The 80s are cool too. Can’t wait!

[@karent743]

@@debrabelton3161 ok I’ll start working on it soon!

[@Prieze868]

It's like you expect I dream of Jeannie Barbara Eden genie to come out of a bottle and say this is a new home after they sold Coco beach

[@thenickleyh]

this video is very cool. super nice house and nice to see you are keeping the style a 100 % :)

[@karent743]

Thank you! I have moved since then. But the new owner also kept it the same . I’m doing a video of my new house soon, it’s a unique early 90s , more like modern 80s style. I loved the other house but the street was way too busy!

[@thenickleyh]

@@karent743 oh okay :) i look forward to see the new house tour then :)

[@barb6868]

Has The Brady Bunch house feel.

[@pamelawayne4114]

nice

[@808spicysushi]

Lovely home! You're right, though... the entry is very dark. Maybe a skylight, which will be expensive. I think just change our the doors to glass. You can etch or frost it or just place a sheer film for privacy. Please do a current update!

[@karent743]

We actually sold that home and moved out into the country to get off the busy street. I have a pretty cool 80s home now , there’s even a tree in my entry way. I’m going to do a video of it someday. I just haven’t done it yet.

[@davidmitchell6873]

Have you guys ever had a good old fashioned 1960s key party in there?

[@karent743]

@@davidmitchell6873 no, sounds fun! We actually moved 2 years ago. The street was just too noisy and couple times transients walking around our property. We moved out of town a bit and have lots of privacy now. But the person who bought the house is keeping it original as well and renting it out for parties etc

[@joemug4079]

Leave the kitchen cabinet knobs.

[@crizzy8373]

Cool house!

[@PrettyGoodLookin]

Don't change anything !!

[@bsu1960]

Don’t touch the kitchen cabinet knobs they match the light fixture by the art work

[@Wednesdaywoe1975]

If you take out the turquoise formuca and tile, can I have it?

[@Prieze868]

It's a credit to you both

[@stevenkaskus6173]

I thought at first those Siamese okushy's were real cat's in your daughters room