Design enthusiasts praise the mid-century modern style ? but what is it, exactly" Coined by author Cara Greenberg in her 1984 collection, mid-century modern refers to pieces from the 40?s, 50?s and 60?s which pushed the limits of engineering. Desperate for creativity after World War II, famed designers took war materials and molded them into […]

Design enthusiasts praise the mid-century modern style ? but what is it, exactly" Coined by author Cara Greenberg in her 1984 collection, mid-century modern refers to pieces from the 40?s, 50?s and 60?s which pushed the limits of engineering. Desperate for creativity after World War II, famed designers took war materials and molded them into iconic chairs, tables, and lights ? goods still sought after and replicated – furniture whose design was never bettered. Follow our detailed guide and links on how to incorporate mid-century modern pieces ? and the style?s philosophy of good living ? into your own inspired living room full of 50?s wonder.
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Make mid-century modern look effortless. Fit your lounge with the high, wooden windows typical of the style, using a tilter to afford fresh air. By using wooden-legged furniture, here a peach accent chair, nested coffee tables and long three-seater, your interior can offer difference without one piece dominating. Light a swing arm wall lamp like this, beside a Bell table lamp by Tom Dixon to pair matching metallics. Sprigs of poppies c...