Here’s a new resource for mint-in-box mid-century bath hardware: Anderson’s Classic Hardware in West Palm Beach, Florida. I’ve talked to these folks before — and like many other local places that have been in business for decades, they recently discovered some old stock in the back room. They are now listing it online, bit by bit. So, it’s best to check back now and then. For example: I love this little Hall-Mack Aristochrome robe hook. The scale is SO much better than much of the on-steroids designs today. $12 at Anderson’s Classic Hardware.
Can’t decide whether you want a bathroom vanity made of wood vs. one made of laminate? Or, do you have a tired wood vanity that could use an inexpensive yet cheerful refresh? This example from 1964 shows how you can have the best of both worlds — and a matching countertop, too. Reader Thom captured these photos — they are from the house that he grew up in, a 1964 ranch in Allegheny County, Virginia, that his parents had built for them. Click on either of the two photos to get to his flickr photostream, where he has a few other terrific images of a classic 60s family house. Drats — now if we could only get laminate like that on the vanity. We can get mosaic floor tile that seems darn close to Thom’s parents’ bathroom – Nemo Appiana. Thom, thank you so much for sharing. This is the first time that I’ve seen a design like this and it’s all the more special because it’s yours. 
When considering bathroom or kitchen cabinetry for a mid-century remodel, I like to remind folks about laminate. This is a material with nearly infinite design choices… it’s relatively affordable… well-constructed, it can last a long time… and it’s authentic mid-century. Over on Very Vintage Las Vegas, Uncle Jack spotlights Heidi and Scott’s mid-century bathroom and kitchen renovations, where laminate was used beautifully. Heck yeah there is more →
This site is first and foremost about resources, so I am gettin’ all the Marimekko linens from Crate & Barrel into the database. Crate & Barrel currently offers authentic 1958 and 1960 shower curtain designs, with four possible colorways (some seem to be original, some are modern interpretations). Heck yeah there is more →
Urban Outfitters features bedding, shower curtains, cloth curtains and wall art, all based on archival designs by Alexander Girard. I particularly like the shower curtains, and they are now on sale from $20-$25. The quilts — which also have matching shams — are pretty groovy, too. Urban Outfitters – Alexander Girard.
First spotted by SparklyThings.
