Mad for Mod
Owner Tracey Strobel ensures all items are in pristine condition and ready to go.
Written by L.D. Porter | Photography by Sara Prince
In love with midcentury modernism? Head to SBMIDMOD in the Funk Zone, where a treasure trove of sleek style awaits. The selection includes furniture, lighting, tableware, accessories, and art, all expertly curated by enthusiastic owner Tracey Strobel, a true aficionado of modern design. All items are in pristine condition and ready to go. “I try not to have anything that’s rundown,” Strobel says. “When people come in here, I want them to be able to take it home and enjoy it.” What started two decades ago as a personal collection eventually morphed into Stobel’s current vocation. “I think most antique dealers would say they got their start by overcollecting,” she says with a laugh. She discovered her delightful brick-walled location just one year ago, during a bike ride that included a stop at Mony’s taqueria located just steps away. “I love the Funk Zone,” Strobel says, “I love coming down here for food, there’s great stores, there’s good galleries, it’s super fun.” 223 Anacapa St., Ste. C, Santa Barbara, 805-364-2447. sbmidmod.com.
