Thunderbirds Mid-Century Design

I mentioned how breathtaking the mid-century design in Thunderbirds is, but I wasn't able to find really good photos to prove my case. Much like the Thunderbirds themselves, modern_fred has come to the rescue, with his gorgeous models of Tracy Island, Tracy Villa, the Thunderbirds Round House and a few Thunderbirds launch pads.

Done: Solar screens on all windows

We knocked another two item off our to-do list: adding solar screens to the windows and opening the windows that were painted shut (which was all of them). With a little help from the City of Austin solar screen rebate, we'll be able to enjoy the cool fall breezes and crisp winter nights.

And, since this is Austin Texas, where the sun gets hot in the summer, it's nice to know that when that time rolls around we'll be using less energy to keep cool.

Mid-Century Design in Thunderbirds

I'm someone who loves mid-century design, but didn't grow up in the mid-century. So my reference points for things like mid-century doorknobs are the door knobs on Mad Men. Passion supported by the internet and other forms of media, not memory, is what keeps my mid-century fire burning.

My dad recently gave me the DVD set of Thunderbirds. It was one of his favorite shows when he was growing up; I only knew it as the show that Team America referenced/ripped off.

The mid-century design in Thunderbirds is amazing. As a small example, here's what the home, The Tracy Villa, looks like.You can also check out a cross-section tour of the Tracy Villa.

Every model, background, vehicle, etc in Thunderbirds is pure eye candy. Sadly there aren't a lot of high quality photos online to highlight the mid-century beauty, so you'll have to check out the DVDs for yourself. Luckily, it's a pretty decent show.

Mid-Century Austin, TX Home on Martha Stewart

The Home Tours section of Martha Stewart features a mid-century Austin ranch house that's worth every click.

The 1941 ranch house is a mix of modern and vintage touches located in Austin, Texas.

Crestview Doors Warehouse Sale

Fans of mid-century doors get ready, Crestview Doors in Austin is having a warehouse sale Saturday, October 23, 2010, from 10am to 4pm. There will be discounts on doorlite kits, individual doorlites, sidelights, transom windows and other items. And it's all at their warehouse at: 501 W Powell Ln, Suite 204, Austin TX 78753. See you there!