Take Mid Century Style In Your Living Room
Filed Under Living Room, Living Room Pictures | Posted on January 16, 2008
Mid century style living room design tips:
For the best bargains, go to estate sales, garage sales and thrift stores to find authentic pieces from the Mid Century period. You might have to hunt, but you’ll save yourself major bucks by going straight to the source and skipping the antique store.
Fight the urge to over-decorate. You may find yourself tempted to buy a variety of wonderful Mid Century pieces, but remember to keep it clean and simple. Clutter will lead to a mismatched and confused design scheme. Mid Century style depends on a minimalistic approach to decorating.
Before working, you shoulk know some mid century interior design elements:
No stairs at all - everything on one level
Interesting roof line
4 sets of french doors
16 foot beamed ceiling in living room
Epoxy floors throughout
“Arizona Room” reminiscent of the famous Eichler atrium
Backyard very “tropical” Palm Springs feel
Clean lines and a minimalist design aesthetic define Mid Century Style. Reminiscent of a 1960s ranch style home, the design approach revolves around sleek and accessible living. Review the information below to create a Mid Century marvelous living room space that would make the Jetsons proud.
Start working:
1 OneResearch Mid Century design. From the architecture to the interior design principles, familiarize yourself with the movement. Mid century spans three decades, but the core elements remain the same. Understand the overall look that defines the style.
2 TwoStudy the physical layout of your living room and decide how to best develop Mid Century style. Notice the unique angles and lines as you envision your new space. Measure wall, floor and window areas.
3 ThreeStart with an empty canvas. Your design aspirations rely on bare white walls and unoccupied floor space. Think austere yet stylish as you develop the design scheme. If walls aren’t white, make sure they’re a monochromatic shade that is in keeping with the time period.
4 FourAchieve Mid Century style. Now that you understand the look and design principles of the style, start shopping for furniture, knick knacks and lighting that reflect the distinguished look. Select items made out of the materials of the time: melamine, colorful plastics, formica and vinyl. Think durable functionality with a space-age flair.
5 FiveShop at antique stores or modern home decor stores for the best selection of products. You may buy original pieces or reproductions, but don’t overdo it. Keep it simple, and choose just a couple of items to decorate your living room. The style should be clean and sparse with eye-catching elements.
6 SixLight up your life. Light fixtures and lamps are defining elements of Mid Century style. Treat lighting as artwork to illuminate your room. Don’t go overboard, but choose unusual pieces that stand out against a barren backdrop.
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I second the suggestion for estate sales and can also suggest that folks check out both Craigslist and Ebay.
I’ve found that on Ebay, you are typically competing with other MCM enthusiasts (which typically drives prices up) whereas with Craigslist, the competition can be hit or miss.
either way, good article and good suggestions!
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