Mid-century

Mid-century and 1980's Manhattan are regarded as two of the most fertile creative periods in American history.

Edward Kubow: The New Usual and the Demise of the Art City Edward Kubow 2011

Mid-century designers were golden age innovators who created the set of criteria of what's good and what's bad.

The Biz: Inside PBS's New Film on Charles and Ray Eames 2011

Mid-century and 1980's Manhattan are regarded as two of the most fertile creative periods in American history.

Edward Kubow: The New Usual and the Demise of the Art City Edward Kubow 2011

Mid-century trust in the government reached an all-time high of 78%, in the glow of World War II victory.

In Government We Mistrust 2011

Mid-century and 1980's Manhattan are regarded as two of the most fertile creative periods in American history.

Edward Kubow: The New Usual and the Demise of the Art City Edward Kubow 2011

"Mid-century modern -- we discovered we were enthusiasts without really knowing it," he said.

With Silver Spring home, family wins Washington Post's Mad Men Look contest 2010

"Mid-century modern -- we discovered we were enthusiasts without really knowing it," he said.

With Silver Spring home, family wins Washington Post's Mad Men Look contest 2010

Mid-century ideals of American manhood constricted how much Bruce Wayne/Batman could emote.

Reason for Robin, #4, continued 2008

Mid-century planners, dedicated to the principles of universal driving and the clearance of urban historic neighborhoods, thought it would be a good idea to bulldoze most of Washington and start over.

The Washington that almost was 2010

"Mid-century modern -- we discovered we were enthusiasts without really knowing it," he said.

With Silver Spring home, family wins Washington Post's Mad Men Look contest 2010