9 Midcentury-Style Pieces for Your Home
The distinct aesthetic of Midcentury Modern design calls to mind a specific era in history — a time when the U.S. enjoyed a post-war Baby Boom, the Rat Pack ruled Vegas and Mad Men chased the American dream. In the decades since, the sleek look has become a classic, just as relevant in the 21st century as it was in the 1950s and ’60s. Have a look at these hip home furnishings that can add Midcentury style to your home.
1: In celebration of its 150th anniversary, Fritz Hansen offers its classic Series 7™ chair in new material combinations.
2: The Monocles sideboard from Essential Home features gold-plated brass doors with a protruding circular design inspired by the gun barrel scenes from Bond movies.
3: The Matégot Trolley from Gubi, designed by Mathieu Matégot in the mid-1950s, includes a newspaper holder. The upper tray is available in black, white, rainy grey, dusty green, rose or sand. (Find it in New Jersey at Design Within Reach in Paramus.)
4: Maxim Lighting’s Dottie Collection of light fixtures features flush-mount, sconce, pendant, desk-lamp and floor-lamp versions. (Find it in New Jersey at Chester Lighting in Red Bank, Yale Electric Supply in Cranbury or Lamp & Shade Works in Sewell.)
5: The Sinatra III floor lamp from Delightfull® has three adjustable arms and shades that are available in a variety of colors.
6: The Cassina High Back Chair was designed by Danish architect Bodil Kjær in 1955 for relaxed TV watching.
7: The artfully splayed legs of the Astrid Bed from Copeland Furniture create a dramatic yet minimalist look. (Find it in New Jersey at Urban Natural Home Furnishings in Bloomfield.)
8: The Model 108 coffee table by Alexander Girard was introduced to the Knoll catalog in 1948. (Find it in New Jersey at Design Within Reach in Paramus.)
9: The Nomad Collection from Burrow features sofas, sectionals and loveseats, with or without chaises.
