13 Pieces Of Home Decor Perfect For A Timeless Midcentury Modern Look
If there's one interior design style that we'll never get tired of, it's midcentury modern. With clean lines and a simple design that not only looks great but is also functional, it's tough to beat.
Dating back to the 1940s and 1960s, the key characteristics of midcentury modern style include gentle curves like spherical lighting, geometric shapes and patterns, modular furniture, and earth tones, to name a few. But regardless of what type of home decor catches your eye, whether it's minimalist or boho, there are a few elements you can add to bring a more modern look to your space. Scroll through to check out 13 of our top midcentury modern decor picks, below.
1. Furgle Glass Top Coffee Table, $469.99
Wayfair
Inspired by the iconic Noguchi table, this triangular, glass-top coffee table with a smooth wood base would add just the right amount of modern design to any living room.
2. Carson Carrington Tova 12-light Sputnik Chandelier, $442.99
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Like this sputnik chandelier, a unique light fixture is certainly a retro statement piece that would look stunning in a modern dining room.
3. West Elm Warm Palette Velvet Pillow Cover Collection, starting at $30
West Elm
Adding throw pillows (especially textured ones like velvet or leather) to your space is an easy way to play around with the midcentury modern look without breaking the bank.
4. The Old Art Studio Mid Century Modern Geometric 04 Orange Wood Wall Art, starting at $149.99
Society6
Another budget-friendly way to incorporate midcentury modern pieces into your home is through wall art. This piece from Society6 brings together geometric shapes and wood, two key staples of midcentury modern decor.
5. West Elm Midcentury Bar Cart, $299
West Elm
West Elm is basically the holy grail of midcentury modern style, and this bar cart is no exception. Not only does it mix materials like wood and metal but it's also made in a fair trade environment with sustainable materials.
6. Georgia 78-inch Arched Floor Lamp, $225
AllModern
This arched floor lamp with a dome shade is ideal for a midcentury modern living room, especially positioned over a sectional or lounge chair.
7. Frankie Print Co. Geometric Throw Blanket, starting at $79
Etsy
This beautiful geometric pattern throw incorporates pops of color with a gorgeous green weaved throughout the blanket that would look amazing draped over a sofa or in a modern bedroom.
8. Alexander Home Vail Midcentury Modern Triangle Stripe Area Rug, starting at $139
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Add a touch of midcentury modern aesthetic to any space with this subtle geometric pattern area rug.
9. Hilburn Upholstered Tulip Dining Chair, $237
AllModern
Tulip chairs are a major nod to the midcentury modern era. You can even complete your dining room with a tulip dining table to match.
10. West Elm Midcentury Art Display Mini Desk and Slope Office Chair Set, starting at $349
West Elm
This mini desk made from wood, tempered glass, and a steel frame with an antique brass finish is the perfect midcentury modern find to add to your home office.
11. George Oliver Myria Wall Clock, $219
Wayfair
This take on a starburst clock uses a mix of metal and wood, and it's a stunning midcentury modern accent piece to decorate your walls.
12. CB2 V Bookcase Room Divider, $999
CB2
Made from teak wood, this book case (that also doubles as a room divider) is sure to be the focal point of any room.
13. Rejuvenation Leahy Table Lamp, $379
Rejuvenation
This Rejuvenation table lamp is a classic midcentury modern design with a ceramic base available in an earthy color palette.