Mid-century modern architecture and furniture design was widespread in the US during the post-World War II years but its interior design aesthetic is still loved across the world today. Here, we’ll look at mid-century modern interior design on two different scales. Home number one features a spacious open-plan living room with enormous floor-to-ceiling windows, a large eat-in kitchen, and an airy entryway. Bedrooms are generously proportioned and the kids’ room even features a physical adventure space. Our second mid-century modern home design has a more compact scale with a tighter living room layout. Space-saving furniture choices fit neatly into each available nook, while built-in storage optimizes the home workspace.
This 450 sqm mid-century modern-style home in Lebedivka, Ukraine has a welcoming atmosphere that springs from a palette of warm accent hues. A muted red living room rug places pattern underneath a pale couch, while brown scatter cushions break up the upholstery. A round coffee table and a tripod floor lamp introduce natural wood tone.
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Behind the couch, three large wicker pendant lights illuminate a mid-century modern-inspired dining set. Upholstered wooden dining chairs seat up to eight people around a racetrack-shaped wooden dining table.
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A mid-century modern-style sofa table not only serves the couch but offers convenient storage to the dining area. A solid wood clad TV wall builds upon the mid-century vibe beneath clerestory windows.
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The sunny kitchen design employs the same warming woodtone, while introducing a popular mid-century shade of olive green. The green cabinet colorway highlights an isolated L-shaped cabinet run, which is raised up from the floor on elegant legs.
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A “crazy paving” kitchen floor design makes a loud mid-century style statement. It also offers a durable surface that can be easily washed free of food spills.
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The central kitchen island features a round dining table extension, where three people can gather for breakfast or just for a cup of coffee. The red bar stools make a bold and playful contrast with the surrounding olive green kitchen units.
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In the crazy-paved hallway, a mid-century storage unit is teamed with a stylish bench. The storage unit adds a fun pop of orange to the subdued decor palette.
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Mirrored storage units make the hallway appear large and bright. Reeded glass clerestory windows share natural light from the home entryway with the neighboring hallway.
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A slender console table marks the end of the home entryway, where crazy-paving ends and parquet flooring begins. The black table frame complements metal detailing on the staircase around the corner.
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Windows surround the front door, giving it a surreal freestanding effect. The garden view is reflected in the row of mirrored coat closets, doubling its effect.
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In the first bedroom, light blue accents create a calming aesthetic. A blue bed runner ties in with a blue upholstered headboard treatment. Artwork spreads a plethora of blue hues across the focal wall.
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Beside the platform bed, the relaxing blue decor scheme is briefly interrupted by a hot pink rocking chair with an Eames-style Eiffel leg frame. A mid-century modern bookcase stands beside the rocking chair to fashion an inviting reading nook.
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A modern sputnik chandelier speaks of its mid-century modern forerunners. Globe bedside table lamps match its spherical shades.
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In the second bedroom, a neutral decor scheme takes over. A natural wood headboard, end of bed bench, and mid-century sideboard are complemented by a wood-clad ceiling treatment.
A green garden vista uplifts the neutral bedroom scheme.
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In the child’s room, a plywood kids’ bed and a tall bookcase are centrally situated to divide the long space in two.
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On one side of the open bookcase, there is a comfy TV lounge where the child can snuggle up with a parent for one last show before bedtime. A built-in bench and a couple of bookshelves fashion a small reading nook. A craft table and kids’ stools give little artists the opportunity to create to their heart’s content.
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Two huge, ground floor windows fill the kid’s room with sunshine and a pleasant view of the lush green garden.
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Behind the bookcase, ladders lead to a set of monkey bars. A climbing wall offers more scope for physical play and adventure. A pad is placed at the bottom to drop onto; a couple of scatter cushions make it a cozy place to hang out and read too.
Our second featured mid-century modern-style home is on a smaller scale than the first. In this open plan living room, a small sofa seats just two. Built-in display shelves fill an awkward alcove and build a pleasing backdrop.
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In front of the small couch, a mid century modern coffee table draws a classic reuleaux triangle silhouette. A wooden bookstand and a ceramic vase fashion a chic table centerpiece.
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The opposite end of the narrow room is dedicated to the kitchen diner space. A small dining table comfortably seats four people.
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Despite the apartment’s small size, the home workspace is equipped with an abundance of storage space. Built-in cabinets and shelves stretch from floor to ceiling, wrapping around two full walls. Paper storage boxes, books and vases fill the stacks.
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An ergonomic swivel chair adds a pale pink accent beside the built-in wooden desk.
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Cork memo boards display research and inspiration.
