1. Get some inspiration from Bauhaus styles.
The mid century style was developed by architect Walter Gropius but it was speculated that the Bauhaus design was a major inspiration to the same. And so, in designing your home, consider cubed patterns, open floors, and steel colour palettes that mute and subdue edginess in style. You can have cubed patterns for your choice of furniture while having floor plans which are more open and spacious. There is a need to be simple and elegant so be careful not to go overboard. Steely palettes can be your main theme but be careful not to be too monochromatic. Mid century modern is really all about colour, so make sure you add some vibrant hues in your home to counter the steel palettes.

2. Explore organic oriental styles.
The mid century modern design in homes is primarily post-war in characteristic. Therefore, post-war approaches to traditional design are very common. Japanese designs, organic displays, as well as deluxe furniture of leather and steel are found in abundance within mid century modern homes. Leather furniture in either beige or grey is a common piece in mid century modern designs. It looks elegant and classy against bright colours. Other oriental designs that can blend with your beige palette are bamboo designs: depicted in steel or in painting or bits of the bamboo itself utilized in a furniture style but with a modern touch.

3. Select simpler materials such as steel, plywood, aluminum, and some synthetics.
Since there weren’t really a lot of supplies for furniture materials during the post war period, most of the chosen materials were those readily available and relatively simpler. Some modern designs focus on a fusion of these materials, say plywood and aluminum together, while the others kept to one material alone such as steel, for example.

4. Gravitate towards rich colours and patterns.
There was an unwritten movement after the war wherein people simply wanted to turn away from the dark, horrific events and simply took to cover the grim memories with splash of radiant colours. Mid century modern designers made collaborations that were empowered by both colours and curves. Patterns were playful and promising. Although this type of design lies on the other end of the spectrum – as opposed to the simplistic ideals of Bauhaus designs – it is still one of the primary options that you can pursue if you want that mid century modern design. The stricter rules of the home design is specifically dictated by the “mid century” guidelines, but since there is the aspect of modernity, you are still pretty much given free hand as to the colours, patterns, and pieces that you can include in your home.

5. Incorporate light and natural surroundings into your design.
Having the natural surroundings as part of your home design can be naturally refreshing. Bring light into your home and welcome the airy atmosphere. Modern designs have often been associated with spacious and airy setups. You can incorporate this idea into your living room space. The trick is to personalize your home design. You already have material suggestions and style ideas. All you have to do is to put them together in balance. The colour white is also popular among mid century modern designs especially when matched with glossy finishes of floor plans. You can buy unique furniture that will give your home an airy, spacious feeling as well as an artistic appeal.

Author’s Bio

Liza is a home décor blogger with a passion for both old and new furniture. Her home is an eclectic mix of antique pieces and modern sofas. She loves sprucing up any room with live plants and mirrors.

About Bamboo

Bamboo is actually a large breed of grass. You would never know this by the good looks and durability that this plant provides. There are hundreds of bamboo types that grow all over the world. Bamboo designs have been a benchmark in Asia for a long time. It is beginning to become very popular the world over. Bamboo has especially caught on because it is a renewable source that is friendly to the environment. This is a good choice for those of you that are interested in eco-friendly living.

Bamboo Furniture

Designers are getting very innovative in their use of bamboo. There are complete bamboo furniture creations or blended use designs. Many people begin using bamboo on patios as outdoor furniture because it holds up so well. Woven bamboo designs are particularly attractive and easily blend in with other furniture types.

Using bamboo furniture is a great way to add inject an Asian or pacific feel to nearly any room. Tables, chairs, and stools made from bamboo make a great addition by adding some contrast and interest to more traditionally styled rooms. A nice bamboo chair can break up the monotony of an otherwise traditional room.

You can also go all-out with bamboo and design an entire room with this beautiful furniture. For those who are especially concerned about the environment, choose renewable bamboo products to ensure that you are being eco-friendly with your furniture choices.

Going with bamboo will make any room an interesting and relaxing place to spend time. Be sure to get some nice cushions to soften up chairs and couches. Easy to maintain and clean while providing extremely attractive looks, bamboo is a great choice to add some flare to your home’s design.