Mid-century modern homes: A round-up of our recent favourites
There’s a lot to love about mid-century modern homes, from clean lines and geometric patterns, to open floor plans, sunken lounges and floor-to-ceiling glass.
Here are 11 of the best mid-century modern homes we’ve seen on Domain recently.
1. Curved home inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright
Lovers of Frank Lloyd Wright can rejoice, as Australia has its very own version of Wright’s final residential design.
The home – now for sale – is a homage to Circular Sun House in Phoenix, Arizona and was built by local stonemasons in Melbourne’s Yarra Valley.
Two of the four bedrooms are circular with tall windows for taking in the surrounding views of the Yarra Ranges National Park.
Read the story: A circular stone home inspired by architect Frank Lloyd Wright hits the market
2. Interior architect Claire Perini’s home for sale
From the moment interior architect Claire Perini set foot in this abode in Avalon, NSW, she knew she was onto something special.
“There were so many mid-century traits I fell in love with,” Perini says. “The ceilings alone were enough reason to purchase the house.”
Natural materials imbued with history drew her in further: Oregon shiplap ceilings, tallowwood boards and maple panelling paired with brick walls and orange vinyl joinery in the kitchen.
Perini took a slow and intentional approach to the renovation, letting the interiors “speak” before she began building on the home’s original essence.
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3. Mid-century stunner among the treetops
Creatives Micaela Mandorff and Simon Brock loved the energy of this mid-century gem so much, they knew better than to mess with perfection.
The home, located in Sydney’s Oyster Bay, was sold to a new owner in late 2025.
During Mandorff and Brock’s tenure, however, they barely changed anything beyond a fresh coat of paint.
Classic mid-century features are the hero of every room: with timber beams, A-frame ceilings, large windows and a seamless connection to the outdoors.
Read the story: Need a home among the palm trees? This treetop sanctuary is now for sale
4. Retro-renovated 1960s beach pad
This coastal escape was renovated by award-winning interior architect Nasim Koerting and husband Jan, a design strategist.
They reworked the 1960s brick-and-timber home with a touch of contemporary chic: rather than a full gut renovation, it was a matter of enhancing what was there.
The sunken lounge became more of a feature; they painted the balcony, railings and window frames in an orange-red, and added floor-to-ceiling glazing to protect against the ocean elements.
Read the story: This 1960s retro home is straight out of Austin Powers, with a sunken lounge to prove it
5. Chrissie Swan’s ‘brave mid-century lady’
Presenter Chrissie Swan had always admired this Federation-era brick home as she walked through the Melbourne suburb of Hawthorn East, home to many period buildings.
The home had been reimagined in the late 1950s to maximise natural light and inspire a sense of calm. When Swan got the keys, she was amazed to find features – like the teak timber panelling – in perfect condition.
She undertook a DIY renovation, batting away advice from friends and family who suggested she paint the walls and retro bathroom white.
On wrapping up her hard work, Swan christened the home and named her “Judy”. Judy was sold to a new owner in late 2025.
Read the story: ‘Actual blood, sweat and tears’: Chrissie Swan lists mid-century pad she renovated herself
6. Babylon House: Majesty with mid-century modern influences
Babylon is a house in Sydney’s Northern Beaches, but “house” doesn’t quite capture the home’s grandeur.
More like a castle, the property is perched on the headland (with 96 stone stairs!) and was designed in the 1950s by architect Edwin Kingsberry.
Rob Brown of Casey Brown Architecture brought the home into the 21st century, drawing on a mix of architectural styles, including the Sydney School movement of the 1960s and 1970s.
Read the story: ‘He built the house then took off with the wife’: The home worthy of a Hollywood film
7. A mid-century time capsule perfectly preserved
These interiors haven’t changed since the home was built: it’s a museum-worthy example of the style’s origins.
When the home was listed last year, prospective buyers loved all its nostalgic quirks.
From the gleaming amber glass to the decorative tiles and twinkling chandeliers, this house represents mid-century design at its best.
Read the story: Mid-century fans will love this perfectly-preserved property in Perth
8. The home that featured on a BBC documentary
This retro home was sold in late 2025, featuring striking original features such as timber-panelled walls and floor-to-ceiling windows.
Built in 1964, the home has generous proportions with established gardens.
The architecture is designed to take in the lush landscaping, with three bedrooms across the H-shaped floor plan.
Read the story: Mid-century house on the market for the first time in its 60-year history
9. ‘Untouched’ mid-century house
The jaw-dropping home was sold at auction in mid-2025, with period-perfect interiors.
Angular geometric wallpaper, decorative glass doors, and a sunken bath are among the incredible features of this home.
A replica of the authentic bulbous silver pendant light in the dining room costs between $4000 and $5000, according to agent Ryan Currie of Nelson Alexander Ascot Vale.
Read the story: ‘Something to behold’: Untouched mid-century home set to be snapped up
10. Eltham’s Rice House by Kevin Borland
This dome-shaped beauty is a heritage-listed example of the mid-century style.
Rice House in Melbourne’s Eltham is one-of-a-kind. The home was restored with a sympathetic approach, bringing the original three-bedder’s bones back to life.
It’s the first commissioned house design by celebrated Australian architect Kevin Borland, a former protege of Robin Boyd. Its interiors represent the golden era of Australian architecture.
Read the story: A piece of art you can live in: Is this Australia’s best mid-century house for sale?
11. Daylesford mid-century marvel
This mid-century gem has abundant natural light throughout, but it has more than that: it has character. Built in the early 1960s, the home has all the hallmarks of the era’s design trends, with clean lines, a low-slope, minimalist roof and large windows.
The home’s prior owners maintained it for nearly three decades and have made improvements to the site, with original features kept intact.
Renovations involved a palette designed to complement the mid-century style, highlighting the timber panelling.
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