Mid-Century Modern Living Room Furniture

The mid-century modern living room is adequately named. Its focus is on living. As homes became less formal in the post-war era, single-use rooms became obsolete. Americans wanted multi-functional rooms that could be enjoyed on a daily basis. This was achieved through innovative new furniture designs that could serve multiple purposes.

At the same time, there remained a desire for furniture to be expressive and beautiful. This was perfected through the contrasting use of different materials, colors, and shapes. Leather, wood, fabric, metal, and fiberglass could all find themselves in the same room. The colors could be varied and vibrant, yet subtle. And sleek, straight lines could be accompanied by irregular biomorphic designs.

The final result is a selection of pieces that are as beautiful as they are ergonomic and comfortable.