In midcentury modern interior design, you can expect to see a lot of open space, natural light, and neutral colors like white, gray, and beige.
For those unfamiliar with midcentury design pieces of furniture, you may feel a little bit overwhelmed in searching through which design is best to incorporate into your living space. Fret not; begin your search with our article, as we're honored to inspire you with our collections.
What is Midcentury Modern Style?
Midcentury modern interior design is an aesthetic that emerged in the mid-20th century, roughly from the 1930s to the 1960s. This style is characterized by a focus on functionality, simplicity, and clean lines, and it often incorporates natural materials such as teak, walnut, and oak, and it may also incorporate metal, glass, or plastic.
Some famous midcentury modern designers and architects include Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson, Florence Knoll, and Eero Saarinen. Their designs are still popular and often used in interior design and architecture to create a timeless, minimalist look.
Furniture pieces in mid-century modern interior design are typically simple, with low profiles and clean lines. This design prioritizes comfort and functionality, often incorporating practical elements like built-in storage, open floor plans, and multi-use furniture. Overall, it's a style that emphasizes simplicity, elegance, and a sense of understated luxury.
Key Characteristics
The key characteristics of midcentury modern furniture include:
- Clean Lines: Midcentury modern furniture is known for its clean, uncluttered lines. It often features straight, simple forms with minimal embellishments.
- Organic Shapes: Many midcentury modern furniture pieces incorporate curves or organic shapes, such as the iconic Eames lounge chair and ottoman.
- Use of Natural Materials: Midcentury modern furniture often utilizes natural materials such as wood, leather, and stone. Popular woods include teak, walnut, and oak.
- Functionality: Midcentury modern furniture is designed to be both functional and beautiful. Many pieces are multi-functional, such as storage units serving as room dividers.
- Slim Legs: Many midcentury modern furniture pieces feature tapered legs, which give them a lighter and more modern look.
Mid-century modern furniture focuses on simplicity, functionality, and a modern, streamlined look.
12 Mid-Century Modern Style Furniture
1. Solid Oak TV Cabinet in Walnut
Mid-century design is often characterized by its clean lines, the bold accent of color, and the choice of high-quality materials such as metal, wood, and glass. This spacious solid oak TV cabinet features a gunmetal lacquered drawer and two more extra inner compartments to store your entertainment items. The cabinet is made of high-quality MDF with an oak veneer frame and solid oak leg.
Product Specification:
Product Function: TV cabinet with drawer | Material: MDF with Oak veneer (Frame), Solid Oak (Leg) | Dimension: W2000 x D420 x H 500 mm | Color: Walnut
Reasons to Buy:
Multiple storage compartments
Eccentric design
Solid and sturdy frame
2. Wooden High Console Table
This wooden high console table features a simple and clean line design. The table is constructed of high-quality solid wood, which makes the furniture sturdy and durable. The curve-shaped table edge not only appears sleek to the design but also adds safety purposes. The product has three drawer compartments to keep your items like keys, wallets, and cards intact.
Product Specification:
Product Function: Console table | Material: Solid Wood | Dimension: W1529 x D450 x H730 mm | Color: Natural
Reasons to Buy:
Spacious tabletop
Durable and sturdy material
Three drawer compartments
3. Vintage Style Wooden Display Cabinet
The display cabinet has multiple functions – to showcase your home knick-knacks, additional storage, and be the focal attraction of the space. This vintage-style wooden display cabinet has four open shelves to place your book collections or home decorations. You can keep various items like books, wine, and unique souvenirs in place and organized. The cabinet is made of high-quality particle board, which can last extended years of usage with proper care.
Product Specification:
Product Feature: Multi-compartments vintage style four-layer display cabinet with a drawer | Material: particle board | Dimension: L800 x W340 x H1800 mm | Color: Walnut
Reasons to Buy:
Budget-friendly
It comes with four spacious open compartments
Clean lines design
4. Classic Solid Wood Display Cabinet with Glass Door in Brown
Another mid-century design display cabinet in our collection is the MXDC2515BR. The classic style display cabinet features glass shelving compartments that appear premium and classy. The display cabinet also has integrated lighting equipment to brighten your display items further. The display cabinet is made of strong solid wood that is sturdy and durable. This is perfect for decorating your room and an excellent choice for timeless furniture.
Product Specification:
Product Function: Bookshelf/ Display cabinet | Material: Solid Wood | Dimension: L800 X D400 X H1895 mm | Color: Dark Brown
Reasons to Buy:
It comes with integrated lighting
Solid and sturdy wood material
Premium looking design
5. Simple Rectangle Hall Cabinet with Matte Black Epoxy
This multiple-purpose cabinet features three swing doors to keep your belongings like shoes, car equipment, and umbrellas in their place. It is made of high-quality MDF, matte black lacquered with wild oak laminate paper for doors, and matte Black epoxy metal.
Product Specification:
Product Function: 1.2m sideboard and hall cabinet | Material: MDF with Matt Black Lacquered + Wild Oak laminate paper for doors Matt Black Epoxy metal | Dimension: D 450 x W 1200 x H 820 mm | Color: Brown and matte black
Reasons to Buy:
Clean lines design
Multiple purposes furniture
Constructed of premium materials
6. Modern Elegant Rubberwood Console Table in Brown
This elegant console table highlights its mid-century design, capable of being the focal attraction of the hallway. If you're fond of furniture with multiple functions, this console table is one of the perfect options. Its modern yet stylish design will suit any modern or classic interior design concept. With this table, you can put more items in its compartment. Our table is made from selected high-quality rubber wood that makes this table solid and durable.
Product Specification:
Product Feature: Console Table | Material: Rubberwood | Dimension: L1400 X W400 X H795 (mm) | Color: Brown
Reasons to Buy:
Spacious compartments
Strong and durable material
Multiple purposes furniture
7. Retro Style Coffee Table with Open Shelves in Walnut
This coffee table is an excellent addition to your living room. The table is made of Melamine laminated board with metal legs, which ensures its sturdiness, durability, and long-lasting service. The sturdy tabletop is perfect for storing drinks, food, and decorative items. The open shelves also provide extra storage space to keep your interior more tidy and presentable.
Product Specification:
Product Feature: Coffee table with open shelves | Material: Melamine Laminated Board, Metal Leg | Dimension: W600 x D1200 x H440 mm | Color: Walnut
Reasons to Buy:
Budget-friendly
Simple and clean line design
Compact size
8. Classic Scandinavian Style Coffee Table with Curve Edge
Another series of mid-century furniture in our collection is this classic Scandinavian-style coffee table. This wooden coffee table featured a curved edge for smoothness and reduced the hazard, primarily for babies and toddlers. It comes with two pull-out drawers to utilize its presence. The coffee table is constructed of high-quality solid rubberwood, which makes the product very sturdy and durable.
Product Specification:
Product Function: Coffee table | Material: Solid rubberwood | Dimension: W 570 x D 1200 x H 410 mm | Color: walnut+white
Reasons to Buy:
Spacious tabletop
Curve edge for safety purposes
Ample storage compartments
9. Natural Wooden Side Table
This side table is an excellent choice for those fond of clean lines and integrating into your living space. This natural action of solid rubberwood makes it highly durable. It also has one drawer, offering ample storage space to keep items organized and within reach. It is easy to clean with a damp cloth and requires simple assembly.
Product Specification:
Product Feature: Bedside table with 1 drawer | Material: Solid Rubberwood | Dimension: W500 x D390 x H470 mm | Color: Natural
Reasons to Buy:
Budget-friendly
Compact size
Easy to maintain
10. Rattan Lounge Chair with Solid Ash Wood Side Table in Brown
Rattan pieces of furniture will always remain timeless throughout time. Incorporating rattan into the mid-century concept of the interior is one of the excellent choices. This set of two lounge chairs and one side table will lighten up the overall interior of your living space. The chair is constructed of solid wood and rattan; meanwhile, the side table is made of solid ash wood, which is more durable and sturdy. The quality of this lounge set is easy to clean and hard-wearing.
Product Specification:
Product Feature: Set of 2 Lounge Chair with Side Table | Material: Solid Ash Wood and Solid Rattan | Dimension: Lounge Chair: W520 x D550 x H785 mm, Side Table: DIA600 x H570 mm | Color: Brown
Reasons to Buy:
Suitable for indoor and outdoor usage
Solid Ash wood and rattan material
Eccentric and classic design
11. Midcentury Modern Lounge Chair in Brown
This mid-century modern lounge chair features a comfortable seat and backrest. Its cushion is made of fabric upholstery, while the frame is made of solid ash wood, making it more sturdy and durable.
Product Specification:
Product Function: 1-seater lounge chair | Material: Fabric UPH Cushion Seat, Solid Ash Wood Frame | Dimension: W 755 x D 710 x H 855 mm | Color: Brown
Reasons to Buy:
Classic and minimalist design
High-quality fabric upholstery
Solid and sturdy wood frame
12. Gold Chrome Floor Lamp with Black Marble Base
The presence of a floor lamp complements the overall interior and enhances the ambiance of a room. This midcentury-style floor lamp features an adjustable height, a sturdy black marble base, and a chrome lampshade. Its minimalist yet classy design adds value and function to the space. This modern standing lamp has a solid marble base, metal pole, and gold chrome shade.
Product Specification:
Product, Feature: Adjustable height floor lamp | Material: Solid Real Marble Lamp Base, Metal Lamp Pole, and Gold Chrome Lampshade | Dimension: W380 x D340 x H,1580 - 1850 mm | Color: Gold chrome lampshade, black marble base
Reasons to Buy:
Adjustable Height Level
Strong Sturdy Base
Increases the ambiance of a Room
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