It’s truly wonderful how trends both in fashion and interior design has an ebb and flow. Who can remember the late 70’s and the styles of Mid Century Furniture including the swivel chairs and the uber cool lava lamps.
Clean lines and straight forward design with a few shapely bends thrown in, is how the 70’s were for many. Now we are explaining a design that seemed so normal to a lot of our readers back in the day!
As the population boomed the need for quickly constructed homes was critical to house everyone, so the cookie cutter of the 1960’s bungalow was the standard for all new housing. The mid-century modern style works to emphasise the boxy shape of homes.
When this style originated, many homes were built this way to save time but still being built with quality material including oak flooring and solid brick cladding.
The MCM style is very modern and sophisticated. It’s simple, steering clear of cluttered and overwhelming designs. I love how the furniture's sleek lines contrast with the organic shapes. The whole idea behind mid-century modern design is that it works for almost everyone. The furniture is crafted with quality timber which lends itself to durability and functionality. Curved edges In mid-century modern furniture, curves are everything.
In the home, we are abandoning hard corners and rigid lines in favour of more youthful and calming lines. It's not surprising! Since the COVID-19 pandemic, more people are looking for ways to make their surroundings more calming and inviting.
Our latest range of MCM furniture does just that, sleek lines paired with organic curves.
These chairs embrace the functionality, simplicity and design that oozes the 70’s vibe while also bringing quality and style to any dining table or conversational space.
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How are we relaxing with Mid-Century Modern Interior Design?
Very Well! Leather is a texture used in mid-century soft furniture. Consider leather pouffes and long leather couches. The leather armchair with a fine mahogany frame exudes elegance. It's time to ditch the oversized suite in favour of a more uber chic space-saving option.
There are also many organic textures, such as wool, sheep skin, and linens for the summer.
It is simple to incorporate mid-century modern furniture into your home. Timber is an important material to incorporate. Look for items with crisp, clean lines. The overall look should be very simple. To spice things up, try blending different textures. This adds character to your home.
Plants accentuate the vibe of MCM
In the 1970’s no place was complete without potted plants, and the plant revolution is back for another turn! No small thanks to the epidemic, where we were forced to spend more time at home and while doing this, we began bringing the outdoors in.
Never underestimate the power of adding a little greenery to your space. Bringing elements of the outdoors into your space is an important concept in mid-century modern design.
The right plant for your mid-century modern space is determined by two factors: size and pot. Incorporate larger plants into areas that lack a focal point. Plants should enhance rather than detract from the space. This means that plants should be strategically placed and should not obscure existing focal points.
Smaller plants can be placed on shelves or surfaces to add a splash of greenery to any room! Consider the colours in your colour scheme when choosing a pot for your plant.
Chambers Design has a beautiful collection of faux plants. Our design team hand-picked these artificial plants for their realistic qualities. Check them out in our online store by clicking the image above.
Repurposing and Recycling Furniture
In terms of furniture and décor, 2022 will usher in a much more eclectic style. People do not want to wait 6 to 12 months for furniture. As a result, thrifting and purchasing vintage items will become more popular than ever.
People will make the most of what they have and what they can find, so styles will mix and blur the lines between traditional and modern.
Mid-Century Modern allows you to mix styles, such as MCM with Boho, New with Recycled Furniture, and even rummaging through your grandparents' garage for authentic 1970s bits and bobs. You can incorporate one or two mid-century modern pieces at a time. To ease into the style, buy only what you require at first. Start with a new sofa if you need one.
Conclusion
Mid-century modern is a great style to incorporate into your home. It includes clean lines and organic shapes. The colours are earthy and neutral with some pops of colour. This style started out in boxy homes, but it’s versatile and can be used in many spaces. One of the key things to remember is that the pieces are functional. This style is a good choice for repurposing furniture you have discovered in 2nd hand shops and keeping to your budget.
