10 Photos that Show that Mid-Century Modern Design is Here to Stay

It is no surprise that for the past almost ten years, mid-century modern design has been conquering more and more followers and lovers. However, when most of would think that maybe this trend had had its days and had run its course, we come across even more evidence that this madness has just begun and mid-century modern design is definitely here to stay. Proof of that are the ten photos you are about to see, which feature a retro 70’s inspired decor in modern day homes!


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1. Olivier’s Barbican flat in UK

10 Photos that Show that Mid-Century Modern Design is Here to Stay

This home featuring shag rugs, orange hues and mid-century furniture features in a book by Anton Rodriguez documenting 22 homes at the iconic Barbican Estate in London.

2. Apartment Rehabilitation in Portugal

10 Photos that Show that Mid-Century Modern Design is Here to Stay

Architecture studio Atelier In Vitro wanted to complement the character of this 1940s apartment block in Porto, by restoring parquet and marble floors and adding mid-century furniture.

3. Casa AB in Spain

10 Photos that Show that Mid-Century Modern Design is Here to Stay

Geometric tiles add a retro feel to this 19th-century Barcelona apartment, which local studio Built Architecture has fitted with contemporary oak cabinetry and matching floorboards.

4. Via Solferino Exhibition in Italy

10 Photos that Show that Mid-Century Modern Design is Here to Stay

This year, Dimorestudio based its Milan design week exhibition on art-deco influences and 1970s interior styling, adding a room that featured a thick carpet, an abundance of plants and oversized sculptural seating.

5. Padival House in India

10 Photos that Show that Mid-Century Modern Design is Here to Stay

Anahata took a back-to-basics approach for this open-plan residence in Balgaum, India, by arranging rooms around a central courtyard and adding geometric floor tiles.

6. Oscar Freire Apartment in Brazil

10 Photos that Show that Mid-Century Modern Design is Here to Stay

An eclectic mix of furniture and plants feature in this open-plan home and studio for a São Paulo-based illustrator, which has had its original flooring restored by Claudia Bresciani and Júlia Risi.

7. Casa Flora in Italy

10 Photos that Show that Mid-Century Modern Design is Here to Stay

This holiday apartment by Diego Paccagnella combines contemporary furniture with elements of a traditional Venetian house, employing dark wood, jewel-toned ornaments, and tropical plants.

8. Jackie Bar in Finland

10 Photos that Show that Mid-Century Modern Design is Here to Stay

Designed to reference a 1970s Milanese bar, this Helsinki interior by Studio Joanna Laajisto features a palette of dark green paint, tan leather upholstery, dark woods and marble.

9. Tin House in the UK

10 Photos that Show that Mid-Century Modern Design is Here to Stay

This self-designed house by Henning Stummel features a color heavily associated with the 70s – orange. Vibrant walls and cabinetry complement the external weathering-steel cladding.

10. Garden House in Canada

10 Photos that Show that Mid-Century Modern Design is Here to Stay

Warm accent colours are contrasted with stark white walls inside this trapezoidal house by LGA Architectural Partners, which has been optimised for framing its owner’s art collections.

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