A Modern Makeover for a Historic Cliff May

In the city of Long Beach, Calif., sits an abundance of historic Cliff May Ranch-style homes. These postwar bungalows have become popular again in recent years and are cherished by local homeowners. When one comes on the market, it’s snapped up in a heartbeat.

Rochelle Kramer working in the study.

Recently, Rochelle and Doug Kramer, local Long Beach, Calif. real estate agents and Mid-century Modern experts, purchased one of these Cliff May properties and transformed it into a modern jewel. With paint products and colors by Dunn-Edwards, here’s a look at the transformation:

EXTERIORS BEFORE

EXTERIORS AFTER

Exteriors After. Body: DE6228 PLAY ON GRAY. Trim: DE6371 BLACKJACK. Front Door: custom mix of DE5767 STAR CITY with 1 oz. black

LIVING ROOM and ENTRY BEFORE

LIVING ROOM and ENTRY AFTER

Walls: DEW340 WHISPER. Fireplace: DET626 METAL FRINGE. Front Door: custom mix of DE5767 STAR CITY with 1 oz black. Beam: DE6371 BLACKJACK.KITCHEN and BREAKFAST NOOK BEFORE

KITCHEN AND BREAKFAST NOOK AFTER

Kitchen Walls:DEW340 WHISPER. Kitchen Cabinets: DEC787 MYTHICAL BLUE

DINING ROOM BEFORE

DINING ROOM AFTER

Dining Room Walls: DEW340 WHISPER. beam: DE6371 BLACKJACK

BEDROOMS and BATHS BEFORE

BEDROOMS and BATHS AFTER

Walls: DEW340 WHISPER. Beam: DE6371 BLACKJACK

STUDY

At 1,711 square feet with four bedrooms and two bathrooms, this corner-lot property is now on the market. To learn more, visit socalmodern.com and instagram.com/socalmodern/.

All "After" Images by and with courtesy of Bethany Nauert Photography