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Homes & Gardens
Sophie Edwards

Calvin Klein's '70s Living Room Embodies the Chic Modernist Trend Replacing Minimalism in 2026

Calvin klein in his living room in the '90s.

Modern farmhouse minimalism is dead, but what's next? If you're a staunch lover of understated interiors, you might be feeling a little lost right now, but never fear: '70s style modernism is on its way. The pared-back, curved silhouettes of this style have more personality than previous minimalisms, while maintaining simplicity. Calvin Klein's '70s living room is the perfect example.

An archival image of the fashion designer's New York living room from 1975 captures the mid-century modern style replacing minimalism this year. Designed by the famed interior designer Joseph D'Urso, Calvin's Manhattan pad is a masterpiece in leather and chrome. Full of metal tubular chairs and tables by Marcel Breuer (like this one from 1stDibs, or this affordable alternative from IKEA), each piece is carefully chosen for its stylish curved silhouette. The black leather sofa stands out against the white walls, while a towering houseplant in the corner adds a touch of organicness to the modern scheme.

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