[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-detail-the-kkh-guide-to-mid-century-modern-furniture-and-decor":3,"blog-related-the-kkh-guide-to-mid-century-modern-furniture-and-decor":34},{"id":4,"slug":5,"title":6,"subtitle":7,"bodyHtml":8,"heroImageUrl":9,"heroImageAlt":7,"authorName":10,"authorImageUrl":7,"publishedDt":11,"categories":12,"tags":19,"products":26,"inlineProducts":27,"seo":28},307,"the-kkh-guide-to-mid-century-modern-furniture-and-decor","The Kathy Kuo Home Guide to Midcentury-Modern Furniture & Decor",null,"\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Understanding the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProdGroup/mid-century-furniture?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Midcentury-Modern interior design style\u003C/a> requires a little history lesson. Post World War II, the focus of American culture shifted back to life at home, and the world saw interior design with fresh eyes and a renewed positivity. Elvis Presley was on the radio, Marilyn Monroe was in the movies, astronauts were up in space, and family life in the suburbs was good. Consequently, the 1950s and 60s exploded with innovative and (at the time) avant-garde interior design. Furniture we think of today as essential period pieces (think the Eames lounge chair or Stilnovo chandelier) were just being thought up!\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/studio?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-32590\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/02_05_25_DB_Blog_Banner-1.gif\" alt=\"banner\" width=\"1220\" height=\"305\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/h2>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Midcentury-modern design is still revered as one of the greatest influencers of modern interiors, and the \u003Cem>Mad Men\u003C/em> nostalgia has had such a resurgence in the past couple of years that we have decided to launch \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProdGroup/mid-century-furniture?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">our Midcentury-Modern Living lookbook\u003C/a>! There you'll find clean lines, geometric shapes, tapered silhouettes, and other beautiful pieces that bridge the gap between comfortable living and aesthetic perfection. \u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/120403-Allen-Mid-Century-Green-Velvet-Brown-Wood-Frame-Button-Tufted-Chaise-Lounge?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34329 aligncenter\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Green-velvet-chaise-lounge.jpg\" alt=\"a green velvet tufted chaise lounge in a bedroom reading nook\" width=\"1220\" height=\"976\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Shop the Look\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/120403-Allen-Mid-Century-Green-Velvet-Brown-Wood-Frame-Button-Tufted-Chaise-Lounge?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34319\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/tufted-green-velvet-chaise-lounge.webp\" alt=\"tufted green velvet chaise lounge\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Allen Tufted Velvet Chaise\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/135383-Mathias-Industrial-Loft-Nickel-Iron-Pedestal-Round-Side-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34333\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/metal-pedestal-side-table.webp\" alt=\"metal pedestal side table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Mathias Pedestal Side Table\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/65857-Ulandra-Global-Bazaar-Blue-Patterned-Rug-x?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34332\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/blue-patterned-area-rug.webp\" alt=\"blue patterned area rug\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Ulandra Patterned Rug\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">The Midcentury-Modern Color Palette\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n \r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-11733\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/midcenturycolors.jpg\" alt=\"midcenturycolors\" width=\"1424\" height=\"165\" />\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">The color palette for a midcentury-modern look is flexible, which is great for incorporating hues you enjoy into your designs. Start with a base palette that is modern and neutral: white or taupe walls, brown wood \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/Furniture?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">furniture\u003C/a>, grey or blue \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/sofas-and-sectionals?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sofas\u003C/a> with wood legs, and metal \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/Lighting?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">light fixtures\u003C/a>. Then, slowly add in brave pops of color. Think shades like avocado green, bright teal, or mustard yellow! \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong> \u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">The Midcentury-Modern Style Checklist\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">1. Lots of Wood\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Creating a bridge between the indoors and the outdoors is a common interior design tip today, but in the 50s, the idea was revolutionary. Teak wood took the center stage with understudies including rose, walnut, and oak. Because of its clean lines and sleek simplicity, midcentury wood furniture has a timeless appeal and will show up in almost any midcentury-modern design.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"color: #000000;\">2. Earthy Accents\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">The midcentury connection to nature goes well beyond wood furniture. Midcentury-modern designs became iconic because they successfully combined urban decor with natural materials. Exposed wood, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProdGroup/earth-tones?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">earthy hues\u003C/a>, and natural light are all vital. In modern design, live greenery is also incorporated. Add leafy plants and chic terrariums to your design, and it will breathe life into any space..\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>3. Statement Lighting\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Every home needs a little wow factor. In a midcentury-designed home, it’s often the lighting that makes that standout contribution. Metal finishes with actual sheen take the lead (think brass and chrome), and don’t be afraid to update the midcentury-modern style with a glam-inspired twist. When thinking about shape, starbursts, sputniks, orbs, and other chic geometric lighting are great choices. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>4. Sleek Silhouettes\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Nelson, Noguchi, Eames, Saarinen, Warhol, Hockney, Pollock, Calder, Lichtenstein… the list goes on. The midcentury era is most famous for its household name designers and artists. It’s important when designing a midcentury-modern room to incorporate these defining pieces. And if an original is out of the budget, capturing the spirit with similar silhouettes will do the trick. Find pieces with clean (but innovative!) lines and tables and chairs with tapered legs. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">The Midcentury-Modern Living Room\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/cozy-masculine-modern-transitional-hudson-valley-home-reveal/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"aligncenter wp-image-34328\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/midcentury-modern-living-room-furniture-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"a modern farmhouse living room with midcentury modern chairs, a fireplace, and a sputnik light fixture\" width=\"1220\" height=\"813\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The midcentury-modern living room should feature inviting colors and low-profile furniture. Quintessential pieces such as an Eames chair, sculptural \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/coffee-tables?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">coffee table\u003C/a>, or our statement light fixtures are often included in midcentury-modern living rooms.\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Midcentury design ideas also mix well with other styles, especially industrial, regency, or Scandinavian. To make your midcentury living room look like it belongs in the present, don't be afraid to blend in a few eclectic pieces!    \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong> \u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">The Midcentury-Modern Living Room Checklist\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">1. Mixed Materials\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Textured upholstery, wood, acrylic, and metal are all welcome. Bold colors and funky patterns can live side by side. Enjoy the diversity the midcentury style allows, and don't be afraid of putting different materials together.\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\"> \u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"color: #000000;\">2. Low Profile\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Choose sofas and living room chairs that are low to the ground for a relaxed look. Remember that midcentury homes are meant to look livable. Low profile seating, accent tables, and coffee tables create a look that is easygoing and uniform.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>3. Iconic Furnishings\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Whether it's the famous lounge chair or another iconic silhouette, the designs by Charles and Ray Eames at the height of the midcentury-modern design movement are something to aspire to. These pieces are ergonomically designed for comfort.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>4. Pop of Color\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">You choose the medium. Whether it's the in throw pillows, decor, upholstery, or maybe the shade you paint the walls! Regardless, a burst of color is encouraged in a midcentury-modern space. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Shop \u003Cb>Midcentury-Modern Living Room Furniture\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/41784-Ailyn-Rustic-Lodge-Green-Upholstered-Brown-Wood-Occasional-Arm-Chair/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-22839 size-full\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/Ailyn-Rustic-Lodge-Green-Pillow-Brown-Wood-Occasional-Arm-Chair.jpg\" alt=\"midcentury-modern wood and velvet armchair\" width=\"500\" height=\"492\" />\u003C/a> Ailyn Velvet Armchair\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/115786-Ayra-Mid-Century-Dawn-Brown-Oak-Wood-Tier-Round-Coffee-Table?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34315\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/oak-wood-2-tier-coffee-table.webp\" alt=\"oak wood 2-tier coffee table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Ayra 2-Tier Coffee Table\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/124115-Maddux-Mid-Century-Antique-Brass-Ombre-Iron-Accent-Pedestal-Side-Tables-Set-of?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34316\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/ombre-metal-side-table-set-of-2.webp\" alt=\"ombre metal side table set of 2\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Maddux Pedestal Side Table Set\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/124125-Emilie-Mid-Century-Brown-Mango-Wood-Woven-Cane-Iron-Base-Media-Console-W?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34320\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/wood-and-cane-media-console.webp\" alt=\"wood and cane media console\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Emilie Cane Media Console\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/56352-Zander-Mid-Century-Grey-Performance-Brown-Oak-Black-Steel-Occasional-Arm-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34312\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/midcentury-modern-accent-chair.webp\" alt=\"midcentury modern accent chair\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Zander Steel Armchair\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/126645-Leah-Mid-Century-Modern-Green-Upholstered-Velvet-Brown-Wood-Sofa-W?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34309\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/green-velvet-sofa-with-rail-legs.webp\" alt=\"green velvet sofa with rail legs\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Leah Green Velvet Sofa\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>The Midcentury-Modern Dining Room\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/light-and-airy-far-hills-modern-farmhouse-reveal/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34330 aligncenter\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/midcentury-modern-dining-room.jpg\" alt=\"a modern farmhouse dining room with wishbone chairs and a black sideboard with sunburst doors\" width=\"1220\" height=\"810\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">The midcentury dining room is focused, first and foremost, on function. Each piece you select should allow for plenty of movement and easy mingling—this means a thin table and chairs with tapered legs. (Alternatively, round tulip tables, like our \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/17894-Charles-Industrial-Brass-Round-Tulip-Iron-Dining-Table\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Perry Industrial Brass Tulip Table\u003C/a>, also work wonders.)\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: left;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Remember that midcentury design flourished around the same era as the housewife and \"the art of dinner parties,\" so you want to create a space where you can both eat and entertain with plenty of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/bookcases-display-cases?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">storage\u003C/a> and ample space for foot traffic. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong> \u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">The Midcentury-Modern Dining Room Checklist \u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">1. Sputnik Chandelier\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">This type of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/pendants-lanterns?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pendant lighting\u003C/a> is aptly named after the famous spacecraft that holds a significant place in the 1950s and 60s. Unsurprisingly, the piece makes for a simple but exciting focal point in a midcentury design.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">2. Tapered Table Legs\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">The beauty of midcentury-modern furniture lies in its sleek, lightweight look. Tapered table legs and chair legs are an easy way to achieve this tailored modern elegance in the dining room. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">3. Bar Cart\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">The midcentury era was known for dinner parties, so no proper dining room was without a bar cart. Not only is it convenient for cocktails, but a \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/bar-carts?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bar cart\u003C/a> allows you to roll the fun from room to room. Get more bar cart tips on the blog \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/the-bar-cart-essentials/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">here\u003C/a>. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">4. Open Space\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/dining-tables?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Dining room tables\u003C/a> are sometimes too bulky for their own good. Slim down and de-focus the dining table in a midcentury dining room to make opportunity for movement that'll help you socialize and entertain guests.\u003C/span>\u003Cimg style=\"border: none;\" src=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/wp-content/plugins/advanced-wp-columns/assets/js/plugins/views/img/1x1-pixel.png\" alt=\"\" />\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">Shop \u003Cb>Midcentury-Modern Dining Room Furniture\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/117892-Sean-Coastal-Beach-Natural-Teak-Wood-Rattan-Wishbone-Dining-Side-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34318\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/teak-wishbone-dining-chair.webp\" alt=\"teak wishbone dining chair\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Sean Wishbone Dining Chair\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/113385-Camila-Mid-Century-Modern-Black-Oak-Wood-Rectangular-Dining-Table-W?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34325\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/black-rectangular-wood-dining-table.webp\" alt=\"black rectangular wood dining table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Camila Oak Dining Table\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/164511-Kashton-Mid-Century-Modern-Taupe-Mango-Wood-Arched-Cane-Sideboard?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34321\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/wood-and-cane-sideboard.webp\" alt=\"brown wood and cane sideboard\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Kashton Cane Sideboard\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/21838-Mona-Mid-Century-Antique-Rustic-Metal-Tulip-Dining-Table-W?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34310\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/metal-tulip-dining-table.webp\" alt=\"metal tulip dining table\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Mona Tulip Dining Table\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/113423-Mia-Modern-Classic-Brown-Oak-Wood-Sideboard?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34313\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/midcentury-modern-brown-wood-sideboard.webp\" alt=\"midcentury-modern brown wood sideboard\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Mia Oak Sideboard\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/9684-Antonio-Mid-Century-Modern-Black-Oak-Barrel-Back-Dining-Chair?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34323\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/black-dining-chair.webp\" alt=\"black wood dining chair\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Antonio Dining Chair\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\u003Cdiv style=\"clear: both; float: none; display: block; visibility: hidden; width: 0px; font-size: 0px; line-height: 0; text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\"> \u003C/span>\u003C/div>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cstrong>The Midcentury-Modern Bedroom\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/blog/cozy-masculine-modern-transitional-hudson-valley-home-reveal/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34331 aligncenter\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/midcentury-modern-bedroom-furniture-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"a cozy bedroom with a midcentury-modern bed, diamond-patterned rug, and upholstered bench\" width=\"1220\" height=\"813\" />\u003C/a>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Minimal and cozy, an ideal midcentury-modern \u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/ProductList/bedroom?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bedroom\u003C/a> channels energy and personality without any of the clutter. Neutral hues, comfortable seating, and soft lighting should be used to create the perfect atmosphere for settling down at the end of the day. And, of course, keep the sheets white and crisp for a light and bright look!\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-size: 24pt;\">\u003Cstrong> \u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">The Midcentury-Modern Bedroom Checklist\u003C/span>\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h2>\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>1. Platform Bed\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Nothing says midcentury bedroom like a no-fuss platform bed. Just like with living room furniture, choose woods like teak, oak, or walnut. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>2. Natural Light\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Choose window treatments that allow natural light to pass inside and give your space a warm glow. On lighting, choose pieces with thin silhouettes and sleek metal finishes. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>3. Neutral Palette\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">Unlike the living room, midcentury bedrooms tend to lose the bright colors in exchange for calming hues. Your goal is to create an environment that's simple and relaxing. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cstrong>4. Minimal Decor\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 14pt;\">The midcentury-modern bedroom is the perfect style for those who like things neat. Declutter by investing in shelves and storage, and keep surfaces tidy and wall art minimal.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003Chr />\r\n\r\n\u003Ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular; font-size: 18pt;\">\u003Cb>Shop Midcentury-Modern Bedroom Furniture\u003C/b>\u003C/span>\u003C/h3>\r\n \r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/113396-William-Mid-Century-Modern-Brown-Oak-Wood-Platform-Bed-King?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34322\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/wood-mid-century-modern-bed.webp\" alt=\"light brown wood wood mid century modern bed\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> William Platform Bed\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/113620-Florence-Mid-Century-Grey-Stone-Brown-Oak-Wood-Iron-Drawer-Nightstand-Small?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34314\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/oak-and-iron-midcentury-modern-nightstand.webp\" alt=\"oak and iron midcentury modern nightstand\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Florence Oak Nightstand\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/124134-Mark-Mid-Century-Light-Grey-Performance-Black-Steel-Brown-Oak-Entryway-Bench?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34311\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/mid-century-modern-bench.webp\" alt=\"midcentury modern upholstered bench\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Mark Bench\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003C/div>\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003Cdiv class=\"row\">\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/138802-Roswell-Mid-Century-Modern-Sable-Black-Oak-Double-Dresser?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34324\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/black-oak-double-dresser.webp\" alt=\"black oak double dresser\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Roswell Oak Double Dresser\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: opensans-regular;\">\u003C/div>\u003Cdiv class=\"col-lg-4\">\u003C/span>\r\n\r\n\u003Cfigure class=\"kkh-caption\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kathykuohome.com/Product/Detail/124724-Tola-Mid-Century-White-Performance-Boucle-Channel-Tufted-Brown-Wood-Bed-Queen?utm_source=social&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=midcenturymodern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cimg class=\"wp-image-34326\" src=\"https://d307biz9bwtpmz.cloudfront.net/articles/content/channel-tufted-mid-century-modern-bed.webp\" alt=\"channel tufted mid century modern bed\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" />\u003C/a> Tola Channel Tufted Bed\u003C/figure>\r\n\r\n\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400; 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Elvis Presley was on the radio, Marilyn Monroe was in the movies, astronauts were up in space, and family life in the suburbs was good. Consequently, the 1950s and 60s exploded with innovative and (at the time) avant-garde interior design. Furniture we think of today as essential period pieces (think the Eames lounge chair or Stilnovo chandelier) were just being thought up!  Mid-Century design is still revered as one of the greatest influencers of modern interiors, and the Mad Men nostalgia has had such a resurgence in the past couple of years that we have decided to launch a brand new Mid-Century Modern collection on our site! While the full collection is coming soon, you can shop a preview of the assortment with our Mid-Century Living lookbook! 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