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SHOP PIECES ON GILT HOME
Mark your calendar to have lunch with Lee Kleinhelter of Pieces! Do it. Right now. Starting at noon today through Sunday, 8/8 Gilt Home is kicking off their mid-century modern sale featuring vintage gems from Atlanta-based Pieces. I've written about their amazing store here and here and now is your chance to capitalize on their unique home decor selection.
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ICONIC MID-CENTURY DESIGN | NOW AND THEN
Following trends in interior design is a gamble. What is on trend can be off trend in just a year. Even the it color (turquoise for 2010) changes annually.
So, I wonder if iconic mid-century designers like Eames and Knoll knew their designs would outlast trends decades later. The time was Post War 1950's when designers were optimistic about the future and looked for ways to establish harmony between natural and man made design elements. Furnishings tend to be well-built, have clean lines, and have smaller scale, perfect for apartments or small spaces.
I've paired spaces (below) that feature the same iconic furniture piece. The images labeled NOW are straight from the Design Within Reach website. The images labeled THEN are from Practical Encyclopedia of Good Decorating and Home Improvement circa 1970. FYI, there are a total of eighteen volumes!
A couple of weeks ago my aunt invited the family over for dinner. I hadn't been to her house since I was a kid and was surprised to see the decor was still pretty much the same. In the dining room (left), she updated the window coverings and added a few accessories. The tablecloth was there just for dinner. In her rec room (right) I was shocked to see this bar and the wallpaper. Believe me when I tell you all of her "classic" pieces are in excellent shape!
I asked her if I could return later to take more pics. These were the only two I could snag before everyone sat down to eat. My Aunt and I had a brief conversation about her downsizing to a smaller place which meant her getting rid of this furniture. I would be interesting in knowing the value of these and other "vintage" pieces found in her home.
Do you know anyone who decorates their home in Mid-Century Modern decor? I feel a sense of nostalgia when in homes of this style. What mood does it evoke for you?
So, I wonder if iconic mid-century designers like Eames and Knoll knew their designs would outlast trends decades later. The time was Post War 1950's when designers were optimistic about the future and looked for ways to establish harmony between natural and man made design elements. Furnishings tend to be well-built, have clean lines, and have smaller scale, perfect for apartments or small spaces.
I've paired spaces (below) that feature the same iconic furniture piece. The images labeled NOW are straight from the Design Within Reach website. The images labeled THEN are from Practical Encyclopedia of Good Decorating and Home Improvement circa 1970. FYI, there are a total of eighteen volumes!
The Barcelona® Chair / Designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, produced by Knoll®
Eames® Lounge and Ottoman / Designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller®
Saarinen Tulip™ Armchair and Round Dining Table / Designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll®
Wassily Chair / Designed by Marcel Breuer for Knoll®
Womb™ Chair - Fabric / Designed by Eero Saarinen for Knoll®
Kura Reversible Bed / IKEA
Swan Chair - Leather / Designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
A couple of weeks ago my aunt invited the family over for dinner. I hadn't been to her house since I was a kid and was surprised to see the decor was still pretty much the same. In the dining room (left), she updated the window coverings and added a few accessories. The tablecloth was there just for dinner. In her rec room (right) I was shocked to see this bar and the wallpaper. Believe me when I tell you all of her "classic" pieces are in excellent shape!
I asked her if I could return later to take more pics. These were the only two I could snag before everyone sat down to eat. My Aunt and I had a brief conversation about her downsizing to a smaller place which meant her getting rid of this furniture. I would be interesting in knowing the value of these and other "vintage" pieces found in her home.
Do you know anyone who decorates their home in Mid-Century Modern decor? I feel a sense of nostalgia when in homes of this style. What mood does it evoke for you?
Feeling a Little Peacocky
This weekend I received an email from Tonia over at Chic Modern Village with a photo of this awesome find.
She purchased this pair for only $12! By the looks of the photo it appears that do not stand alone and would perhaps be wall decor. This morning I performed a search for "peacock wall sculpture" and found the image in the inset. Hmm....
I searched a bit more and found it in excellent condition and for sale on a vintage dealer's website. This 1960's Peacock Wall Sculpture is selling for $650. And look, Tonia's piece originally had a snazzy jewel encrusted headdress!
Even though someone snatched her peacocks' bling, I wonder if there is still antique value there? If she could at least get $200 for them that would be enough for me to "shake a tail-feather"...If not, she could give them an extreme makeover with a fresh coat of paint with a high gloss enamel. The paint may be a step down from their previous lifestyle, but hey we're all downsizing a bit, right? The "rehabbed" peacocks could get a new job as her wall sculptures or even stand proudly in front of a fireplace. My first inclination would be to paint them white, but without knowing her home's decor the options are endless. What do you think she should do?
She purchased this pair for only $12! By the looks of the photo it appears that do not stand alone and would perhaps be wall decor. This morning I performed a search for "peacock wall sculpture" and found the image in the inset. Hmm....
I searched a bit more and found it in excellent condition and for sale on a vintage dealer's website. This 1960's Peacock Wall Sculpture is selling for $650. And look, Tonia's piece originally had a snazzy jewel encrusted headdress!
Even though someone snatched her peacocks' bling, I wonder if there is still antique value there? If she could at least get $200 for them that would be enough for me to "shake a tail-feather"...If not, she could give them an extreme makeover with a fresh coat of paint with a high gloss enamel. The paint may be a step down from their previous lifestyle, but hey we're all downsizing a bit, right? The "rehabbed" peacocks could get a new job as her wall sculptures or even stand proudly in front of a fireplace. My first inclination would be to paint them white, but without knowing her home's decor the options are endless. What do you think she should do?
Fall 2009 BLB Color & Trend Forecast #6 - Mid-Century Modern
Happy Friday and welcome to the final segment of BLB's Color and Trend Forecast. I hope you have enjoyed this series as much I have writing it. In case you missed any segment of the series, click the titles below to view previous post.
#1 - HD Elegance
#2 - Exotic Destinations
#3 - Anime Luxe
#4 - Stylish Sustainability
#5 - Hollywood Regency
#6 - Mid-Century Modern, is reminiscent of the Post War 1950's era when designers were optimistic about the future and looked for ways to establish harmony between natural and man made design elements. Furnishings tend to be well-built, have clean lines, and have smaller scale, perfect for apartments or small spaces. For design inspiration closer to home, look perhaps toward your grandmother's house! She may still have a few pieces in rotation or there may be a few in the attic. If this isn't quite your style, make some extra cash by selling it on craiglist or ebay! And for the mood board...be inspired!
{#1} Nelson Ball Clock, Design Within Reach {#2} Cordova Lamp-Bungalow 5, Tonic Home
{#3} Imperial Trellis in Citrine, Schumacher {#4} Jacques Adnet Floor Lamp, 1stdibs.com, {#5} Edward Wormley sofa, 1stdibs.com, {#6} Pair of Dunbar Y-back Chairs, 1stdibs.com, {#7} Harvey Probber Gentlemans Chest, 1stdibs.com, {#8} Aurora Tangerine Modern Area Rug, Tonic Home, {#9} Harvey Probber coffee table, 1stdibs.com
The "shagadelic" poster below entitled "Mid-Century Modern Collection" by technical illustrator James Provost displays classic chairs by iconic designers such as Eames, Noguchi, Bertoia, Le Corbusier, and Knoll. This "16x24" print is only $21 at Imagekind.
Recognize any of these iconic chair designs?
Purchasing original mid-century pieces can surely bust a design budget if not inherited or found at a thrift store. There are a plethora of furniture retailers offering designer knockoffs and other mid-century inspired pieces that will suit just fine. The four chairs below all come from Target and carry wallet-friendly price tags. {#1} Vignette Cradle Chair {#2} Charlie Chair {#3} Leisure Chair with Arms {#4} Thosa Steel Chair
Other Retailers for Mid-Century Furniture, Fabric, & Accessories:
Design Within Reach
Target
Tonic Living
Tonic Home
Ikea
1stDibs.com (for antiques and original designs)
Moving on to the exterior of your home...if you have a 1950's inspired bungalow and are looking to take mid-century influences to the exterior of your home, then look no further than this brochure from Sherwin Williams. Suburban Modern (below) is composed of suggested color palettes and makes choosing house colors foolproof! Click image for brochure in pdf.
Jonesing for more mid-century design? Snag a copy of Atomic Ranch Magazine or check out one of these blogs: Mid-Century Modernist or Lushpad.
What is your favorite color/and or design trend of the series? Looking forward to your thoughts, let's chat!
#1 - HD Elegance
#2 - Exotic Destinations
#3 - Anime Luxe
#4 - Stylish Sustainability
#5 - Hollywood Regency
#6 - Mid-Century Modern, is reminiscent of the Post War 1950's era when designers were optimistic about the future and looked for ways to establish harmony between natural and man made design elements. Furnishings tend to be well-built, have clean lines, and have smaller scale, perfect for apartments or small spaces. For design inspiration closer to home, look perhaps toward your grandmother's house! She may still have a few pieces in rotation or there may be a few in the attic. If this isn't quite your style, make some extra cash by selling it on craiglist or ebay! And for the mood board...be inspired!
{#1} Nelson Ball Clock, Design Within Reach {#2} Cordova Lamp-Bungalow 5, Tonic Home
{#3} Imperial Trellis in Citrine, Schumacher {#4} Jacques Adnet Floor Lamp, 1stdibs.com, {#5} Edward Wormley sofa, 1stdibs.com, {#6} Pair of Dunbar Y-back Chairs, 1stdibs.com, {#7} Harvey Probber Gentlemans Chest, 1stdibs.com, {#8} Aurora Tangerine Modern Area Rug, Tonic Home, {#9} Harvey Probber coffee table, 1stdibs.com
The "shagadelic" poster below entitled "Mid-Century Modern Collection" by technical illustrator James Provost displays classic chairs by iconic designers such as Eames, Noguchi, Bertoia, Le Corbusier, and Knoll. This "16x24" print is only $21 at Imagekind.
Recognize any of these iconic chair designs?
Purchasing original mid-century pieces can surely bust a design budget if not inherited or found at a thrift store. There are a plethora of furniture retailers offering designer knockoffs and other mid-century inspired pieces that will suit just fine. The four chairs below all come from Target and carry wallet-friendly price tags. {#1} Vignette Cradle Chair {#2} Charlie Chair {#3} Leisure Chair with Arms {#4} Thosa Steel Chair
Other Retailers for Mid-Century Furniture, Fabric, & Accessories:
Design Within Reach
Target
Tonic Living
Tonic Home
Ikea
1stDibs.com (for antiques and original designs)
Moving on to the exterior of your home...if you have a 1950's inspired bungalow and are looking to take mid-century influences to the exterior of your home, then look no further than this brochure from Sherwin Williams. Suburban Modern (below) is composed of suggested color palettes and makes choosing house colors foolproof! Click image for brochure in pdf.
Jonesing for more mid-century design? Snag a copy of Atomic Ranch Magazine or check out one of these blogs: Mid-Century Modernist or Lushpad.
What is your favorite color/and or design trend of the series? Looking forward to your thoughts, let's chat!
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