Why we love the style of Mid-century Modern: 5 examples

Furniture, which is produced in 1950-60 years, suddenly regained popularity.

Tired of war, the world wanted only one thing - finally find comfort and peace. And preferably with the help of the budget. And then there was just what we needed Finishing warm shades of natural wood, weakening patterns of wallpaper and upholstery, furniture streamlined forms and pop-art culture. All this is to say thank you style Mid-century Modern. We picked up the modern pieces of furniture that are not inferior to anything vintage.

1. natural wood

See wooden cabinets and racks of simple shapes - it is quite usual. In accordance with the Mid-century Modern, they are chosen to match the panel, which continue to eco-theme also on the walls. And no staining - only the natural color of wood!

Chest Thimon

buffet Thimon

Clocks Madera

Kit bedrooms Tesla - C

Chest Taru

2. Chairs streamlined forms

It was during the Mid-century Modern appeared the famous chair Eames Lounge Chair with segments that support the body in comfortable position, Verner Panton created a plastic Panton chairs by Eero Saarinen - popular to this day and Tulip Chair Tulip Table.

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chair TULIP

chair 016

Hong Kong chair

armchair RAF

armchair Flynn

3. Furniture of simple forms

Initially, the creation of simple forms of furniture was a forced measure - design refinements were simply can not afford. But over time, practical sofas and ottomans, coffee tables and dressers gained popularity thanks to the sleek design.

Coffee table "Bud"

sofa RAF

Wardrobe Vita

table Mindi

4. Patterns and bright color combinations

Intricate patterns in Mid-century Modern style used in the upholstery, and in the design of the walls. And they do not necessarily have to be the same, or at least match the color.

TV Stand Thimon

Chair with back Armony

buffet Thimon

pillow A780J35

Bedside table Thimon

5. Spot luminaire and as an art object

Style Mid-century Modern, we owe the appearance of spots by which arranged the lighting accents in the room. At the same time there are "space" mod chandelier, which themselves look like an art object.