Sterile Lines, Natural Hues

Sterile Lines, Natural Hues Midcentury furniture pieces are characterized by their own clean, simple lines. Wood pieces, often made from teak, are only finished to flaunt their natural attractiveness. Here, designer Beth Haley paired this traditional midcentury table with clean-lined contemporary chairs and daring teal walls.



Permit Wood Details Take Center Stage Don't hide wood particulars; let them shine. In this living room, a neutral wall color and soft-hued fabrics lets the handcrafted arms of these Danish modern chairs be the star. Layout by Domicile Interior Design



Less Is More Subtlety and thoughtful workmanship are a lot of what creates midcentury style timeless. When Eero Saarinen designed his contemporary classic, marble-topped table in 1956, he wanted to eliminate any extra parts, including extraneous table legs. Paired with molded plastic Eames chairs, the simple lines of this table still look new and modern in this masterpiece grey contemporary kitchen. Layout by Joel Snayd



Let There Be Light Midcentury table lamps lend themselves well to any room featuring low-slung furniture, and they are easy to find at vintage shops. Search for curvy foundations in bold hues, paired with tall, slim lampshades, such as this Murano glass lamp designer Kenneth Brown utilized atop a classic Knoll nightstand. Photo by Mayer Bowden Photography



A Cheap Focal Point Flea markets are another excellent source for recessed lighting. A brass helix-style chandelier purchased for $200 is the focal point within this midcentury-menswear mashup. Black, gold and silver pinstripe wallpaper covers the walls also lets the entryway's bargain chandelier stick out. Design by Brian Patrick Flynn



Find Retro Art Insert an unexpected element to your house with a vintage art piece. Look for graphic wall hangings with squares or circles, such as this red, orange and brown bit. Or, find a vintage-inspired print on sites like Etsy.



Pick a Conventional Color Scheme Adopt the era of avocado, mustard and tangerine with a '60s-inspired colour scheme. This living area from designer David Scott nods to the classic hues without seeming like a movie set.



Decorate With Vintage Accessories Outfit your coffee table with '60s inspired accessories, in this way golden chain-link bowl, blown glass accents or royal vases. Design by Emily Henderson



Maintain the Walls White Midcentury style is all about showcasing quality pieces, so try keeping your walls white. This area's neutral palette allows the artwork and the rich blue velvet on the vintage Robsjohn Gibbings chair to be noticed. Design by David Scott



Embrace Pattern and Texture Graphic patterns and midcentury modern style go together like milk and cookies. In this vintage-inspired space, a neutral palette allows designer Sarah Richardson to perform with pattern and texture, from the angular gray-and-white upholstery into the textured wallpaper and throw pillows.



Try out a Bar Cart If you've ever seen an episode of Mad Men, you understand cocktail culture was nearly as important to the show (and the age) as Don Draper's hair gel. Embrace it by picking up your own bar cart and stocking it with vintage glassware, cocktail shakers and ornate decanters. Layout by Emily Henderson



Go Totally Retro Just take the midcentury look somewhat further by creating a space entirely furnished with '60s-inspired bits. A George Nelson bubble lamp floats atop the vintage dining table and chairs, and retro vases, sunbursts and abstract wall art adorn the mustard-hued walls. Design by Alicia Friedmann



Mix Traditional and Modern Midcentury style isn't an all-or-nothing proposition. This bachelor pad combines the clean lines of this tufted midcentury couch and table lamps with more traditional components, like the bronze-and-glass coffee table. Photo from Brian Patrick Flynn



Feature One Standout Piece Even when you're more modern than retro, a single midcentury bit can warm up your distance. In this white and red living space, an iconic wood-and-glass Noguchi table is an unexpected focus. Design by Marie Burgos



Cozy Up With Midcentury Style Midcentury furnishings in a nursery? Believe it. Designer Sarah Richardson used this orange seat, motivated by Danish designer Arne Jacobsen's legendary egg chair, as cozy seating in a nursery on Sarah 101. Find an iconic item for the nursery to give it high style and also a shelf life long ago toddlerhood.



Restyle Classic Pieces Don't be reluctant to update midcentury pieces to fit your own style. In this Los Angeles house, a classic Eames chair is reupholstered with an African cloth to add a bold pattern to the space. Layout by Commune Design



Attempt Modern Industrial The clean lines of midcentury modern furnishings are the perfect juxtaposition to rough-hewn industrial spaces, which makes this mix of styles ideal for urban loft living. Picture courtesy of CB2



Shop New Midcentury-Inspired Pieces As midcentury style grows more popular, many retailers are stocking new pieces that evoke the feel of midcentury greats. These seats from CB2 are inspired by classic Bertoia Knoll wire chairs, but offer a slightly more streamlined silhouette and an on-trend, emerald-green colour. Picture courtesy of CB2



Midcentury Prep Preppy design and midcentury modern pieces can be a design match made in paradise. Here, designer Tobi Fairley utilized a iconic midcentury attachment, the sunburst mirror, to create a quintessentially preppy look with houndstooth pillows, a classic color scheme and a lot of symmetry. Photo courtesy of Tobi Fairley Interior Design



Modern Eclectic Style A classic Mies chair is right at home in this reading nook. The leather pillow from South America adds dimension to the distance. Design by Luis Caicedo