What do open floor plans, geometric shapes, mixed materials, and warm, earthy color palettes have in common? They're all mid-century modern ideas, of course. As a style that emerged after World War II, mid-century modern design responded to the desire for simplicity and function within the home.
Contrary to preceding styles that prioritized grandeur like art deco or Victorian style, mid-century modern design was (and still is) easy and uncomplicated. 'Mid-Century modern is one of those styles that gets straight to the point – clean lines, strong forms, honest materials, and a real feeling of home,' interior designer and mid-century modern expert Amelia Hesketh explains. 'It’s functional, unfussy, and well-proportioned, with just enough design to make a space feel considered without being overthought.'
