Favorite Mid-Century Modern Furniture Pieces

For lovers of mid-century modern design, these furniture pieces are instant classics

Written by Jessica Mordo November 16, 2018

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1 of 8 Courtesy of West Elm

Bottoms Up

Channel the set of Mad Men with this stunning bar cabinet. On the outside, it’s all MCM cool; on the inside, it’s a hard-working storage unit with compartments for closed and opened bottles and various stemware, from martini to wine.
2 of 8 Courtesy of Joybird Furniture

The Right Angle

The sharp, sleek lines on this museum-quality, MCM-meets-modern chair make it a stunner, while the more compact size allows you to fit a statement piece in a studio apartment or small living room.
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3 of 8 Courtesy of Joybird Furniture

Retro Fit

This coffee table’s rounded-triangular shape and tapered legs are delightfully retro, the walnut woodgrain tabletop is timeless, and the metal finish is tastefully modern. A winning combination, in our book!
4 of 8 Courtesy of CB2

State of Repose

Boy, do we love a daybed, and this MCM-inspired piece is guaranteed to make an impact in any space. While it comes in a variety of textiles and colors (and price points!), we’re head over heels for this rich navy hue, which beautifully complements the brass frame.
5 of 8 Courtesy of CB2

Doin’ the Twist

This swivel seat is the statement chair of our dreams. The rich, buttery leather and steel base give it extra edge.
6 of 8 Courtesy of West Elm

Sweet Dreams

We’re resting easy on this sleek bed frame that’s all clean lines, gorgeous walnut finish, and slightly angled legs for a designy twist.
7 of 8 Courtesy of Anthropologie

Layered Look

The tapered, lacquered legs of this tiered side table pay homage to mid-century shapes. Yet, the stunning striated zebra wood tabletops give it a boho-modern feel. We’re so on board.
8 of 8 Courtesy of CB2

Storage Solution

Mid-century modern and Scandi design converge in this heirloom-worthy piece featuring a rich walnut veneer and brass frame. It’s the perfect timeless piece for an entryway, dining room, or media space.
 
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