Warm & expressive · Style guide
Mid-Century Modern interiors. Retro curves. Easy living.
Inspired by design from the middle of the twentieth century: tapered legs, organic curves, warm wood and cheerful accent colours. Relaxed, practical and full of personality.
The palette
Colours that feel playful, warm, easygoing.
Warm teak and cream, with mustard, burnt orange and olive for a cheerful retro note. A reading for mood, not a paint specification.
- Cream#f2e8d5
- Mustard#d8a336
- Burnt orange#c8642f
- Olive#7c8a4a
- Teak#9a5b34
Materials & details
What makes it Mid-Century Modern.
The sample board
- Teak and walnut veneers
- Moulded plywood
- Wool and tweed upholstery
- Globe and brass lights
- Terrazzo
Tapered legs
Furniture lifted off the floor looks light and is easy to clean under.
The long, low sideboard
Storage with sliding or slatted fronts that doubles as a display.
Sculptural lighting
Globe pendants, arc lamps and mushroom lamps as small works of art.
Room by room
Ideas worth borrowing.
Best in living, dining and home office spaces.
Living
A sofa with good posture.
Pick a low sofa on tapered legs, a walnut sideboard and one mustard accent.
Dining
Round table, happy talk.
A round wood table with moulded chairs keeps conversation easy.
Home office
Desk with a view.
A slim desk on tapered legs and a sculptural lamp make work feel lighter.
Illustrated mood cards, made to show the feeling of this style.
Pairs well with
Styles that get along.
Most homes mix two or three. These share a mood, a material or a palette with Mid-Century Modern.
- ScandinavianLight, practical and welcoming.
- BohemianCollected, colourful, lived-in.
- Art DecoGeometry, glamour and glow.
Want retro charm without the clutter? Let’s plan it. We design whole homes, kitchens and wardrobes around the way you live.
Good questions
Mid-Century Modern answered.
Do I need vintage furniture for this style?
No. Many new pieces follow mid-century shapes. A mix of new and one or two vintage finds often looks best.
Which colours work with mid-century modern?
Warm wood with mustard, burnt orange, olive or teal, balanced by plenty of cream or white.
Does it suit smaller homes?
Yes. Leggy, low furniture keeps the floor visible, which helps a smaller room feel more open.