In 1959, Danish architect and designer Arne Jacobson embarked on his largest commission – the SAS Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. Jacobson designed everything; the structure, the fixtures and fittings, even the cutlery. For the lobby he designed the Egg Chair. The Egg Chair’s curved organic shape provided a contrast to the stark modernist lines of […]
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Retro rattan furniture is making a come back. And it’s stepping indoors. It has done it before. In the 1960s and 70s it invaded the house. And this is the perfect timing for a second invasion. Why? Because ushers in Hawaiian charm (think a sun filled Tiki bar), Edwardian glamour (My Fair Lady) and even […]
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THE BEST VINTAGE MID CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ONLINE If you’ve found your way here I will assume that you share my passion for mid century modern furniture. I abhor the way people speak of it as a “trend”. I love good mid century design the way I love the music of my favourite artists or […]
The Cesca chair is a mid century modern staple and has been around since 1928 but it is having a moment right now. From movies to fashion mags it is everywhere and it is the chair to covet. Inspired by the Bauhaus movement it was designed by Hungarian architect and designer, Marcel Breuer. Having already […]
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Mid Century Modern furniture fans should get down to Brighton! Ever since the Prince Regent (later George IV) built his palace here in the 1800s it has been a mecca for well to do Londoners for dips in the sea, general merrymaking and shopping. By the 1960s the famous Lanes were renowned for their antiques […]
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MID CENTURY MODERN DESIGNERS: A PROFILE OF José Antonio Coderch de Sentmenat
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In my first feature on an icon of mid century modern design I decided to eschew the more obvious choices (we can come back to the big names later don’t worry) and focus on a lesser known architect and designer. Having lived in Sitges near Barcelona for the last 7 years we are taking a […]
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Mid Century Modern office chairs are a stylish addition to any room. They range from classic mid century designs designed by the greats such as Eames to modern interpretations of mid century styles. From masculine leather and steel designs to pink velvet tub chairs that would look just as good at a dressing table as […]
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For mid century modern lovers the glamour of space travel is all part and parcel of the 50s and 60s vibe. We can’t all afford to go jetting off into space like Elon Musk and Richard Branson. But we could stay in a flying saucer! The Futuro house, or Futuro Pod, is a round, prefabricated […]
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Mid Century wallpaper fans rejoice! The Queen’s Gambit on Netflix is a feast for the eyes! From genuine MCM interiors to the full glory of 1950s chintz there is something for every lover of vintage fashions and interiors. And on top of all that it is a brilliant show with a fascinating storyline and wonderful […]
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VELVET SOFAS ARE THE HEIGHT OF MID CENTURY MODERN OPULENT INTERIORS Don’t worry darlings. I’m here to cheer your weary souls on this dreary day. When Christmas is over and the nights are long we need plush velvet interiors to cosset us. I can think of no better example of the opulent use of rich […]