Mid century modern furniture is hands down one of my favorite categories when it comes to the home. It’ so simple, yet has interest and character in its unique shapes. The touch of modernism also keeps it feeling a bit timeless. My entire home is full of these classic and iconic pieces and they make everything feel more modern and cool and also light.
Mid-century modern furniture has a way of feeling light and airy with its clean lines and simple design. It’s a great way to make a small space also feel less heavy, which is ideal when decorating a small room or apartment.
Mid Century Modern Furniture
What exactly is mid century modern furniture?
Mid-Century modern furniture was a furniture style born in the 1930s and extended through the 1960s. It’s known for its clean lines and simple designs. No real embellishments or ornate details either. Some popular characteristics include warm woods, geometric shapes and warm colors.
I love mid century modern furniture because it feels so classic and timeless with a touch of modern. These are some of my favorite pieces that truly feel like they encompass the mid century modern furniture vibe. From the Eames chair, to the tapered legs of furniture.
More modern furniture can feel timeless because it is typically more light and airy, and you can easily mix it with other styles.
Where to buy mid-century modern furniture?
West Elm
Some of my favorite retailers to shop mid-century modern furniture include West Elm, which always has a great variety of pieces from the bedroom to the living room. Accessories and decor, too. From artwork to rugs, you can find quite a bit at West Elm.
Castlery and Article
Castlery and Article are two other brands that have a nice collection of the clean line aesthetic that makes mid-century modern so popular.
Etsy
Etsy both has a great collection of actual vintage pieces from this era, but also handmade items that are new that fall into this design category. There are so many amazing vintage pieces you can find on Etsy and it’s really fun to do a little bit of digging.
Shop Vintage
Because mid-century modern furniture was born in the well, mid 20th century, there are also amazing vintage pieces you can find too. Second hand shopping at thrift stores or vintage stores can be a great place to discover original pieces of mid-century modern furniture.
What are popular pieces?
There are a few pieces of furniture that really stand out from the mid-century modern craze that you can still shop today. From the popular Eames chair, to egg chairs and walnut credenzas with tapered legs. Tufted couches with clean lines and artichoke pendants are also popular styles from this era that you can still find and shop today and integrate into your interior design plan for your home.
Shop My Favorites
These are some of my favorites to consider when designing your space. From great couches to unique night stands, lighting and decor. Whether you want to just add a few accessories to your home, or go all in with furniture and rugs, these are the best pieces to shop.
