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the island of misfit toys

Feb 10, 2021 | ModMarket

Yes, 8th grade dorky me made these badges by hand. No, I have never even been to Disney and I have no desire to go (except maybe to the Enchanted Tiki Room). And no, I didn’t win. As a matter of fact my first ever trophy was for my achievements in real estate. I...

pre spring update

Feb 14, 2011 | ModMarket

A direct link to our facebook page is to the right. Please click on the ‘like’ button for timely updates and interactive modern threads! The facebook page ( www.facebook.com/cincinnatimodern ) is a great way to share photos and modern news & ideas with the...

i brake for breeze blocks

Jan 31, 2011 | ModArchitecture

Those who read our blog know that I am fascinated by decorative concrete block screen walls (breeze blocks). There are several good examples in town – and one on its way down, we think – so I thought I would take this time to give them a little shout out. Surely...

it’s time to…….lower your taxes!

Jan 17, 2011 | ModMarket

Feel like your house is not worth what the county auditor says it is? We recently attended a Cincinnati Area Board of Realtors Continuing Education class on property valuation for tax purposes. Chris Finney of Finney, Stagnaro, Saba...

the artistry of richard t. calef

Jan 5, 2011 | ModArchitecture

Many cities with large tract developments of MCM homes have a few different floor plans and elevations repeated throughout the neighborhoods. Not in Cincy! With the exception of the Pease kit homes (the George Nelson Shorewood and other modern ranches), just...

giving thanks to columbus

Nov 23, 2010 | ModTourism

As I think of all I am thankful for this week, all of the usual things come to mind. But I would like to add one more thing to be thankful for this week: all of the people who have invited me into their wonderful modern homes over the years. I truly have the best...

notes to self

Nov 16, 2010 | ModObjects

September 23 , 1991 Note to future self: I’m really sorry for painting the McCobb furniture and for getting rid of the original hardware and doors. I am pregnant and obviously not thinking clearly. I hope one day you will forgive me. I’m sure I will make...