Today, many people are drawn to the retro feel and unique designs inspired by traditional mid-century modern style—but, few understand the rich history behind the movement. Although the term “mid-century modern” wasn’t coined until 1984 by author Cara Greenburg’s book, Mid-century Modern: Furniture of the 1950’s, the design style actually dates back to the 1940s. […]

From the early 1940s to the late 1960s, mid-century modern style took the design world by storm—bringing with it a flurry of multi-functional pieces that mixed tradition with innovation. Over the years however, the defining features of this trend have taken on new shapes as it faded in and out of public eye. And today, […]

When some people think of mid-century modern, the first thing that comes to mind is vibrant colors, irregular shapes, and maybe yes, even their grandparents’ house. But today, those core characteristics have been honed, refined and elevated, giving rise to mid-century modern popularity in home decór and high end interior design. But why are people […]

At the end of 2020, Pantone released their awaited 2021 colors of the year: Ultimate Grey and Illuminating. Chosen to represent strength and hopefulness, we couldn’t help but love this duo made up of a strong neutral and vibrant yellow. Pantone describes Ultimate Grey as “emblematic of solid and dependable elements which are everlasting and […]

Congratulations on your recent purchase! Now it’s time to start thinking about furnishing your new home with pieces you’ll treasure for years to come. Many first-time home owners make the mistake of purchasing furniture that won’t last or will be out of style in 5 years. So, we’re here to offer a few pointers to […]

Over the past couple of years, textured furniture has experienced a renaissance of sorts — it’s a simple way to add a curated touch and sophisticated richness to any space. From intricate tactiles and wallpaper to three dimensional surfaces on even the most simple pieces of furniture, this trend has worked its way into every […]