The Mid-Century Modern Bedroom

The Mid-Century Modern Bedroom featuring a bed and a window.

Mid-century modern design style is experiencing a surge in popularity.  The simple lines, fluid forms and retro colors appeal to the minimalist, the traditionalist and the contemporary design aficionados.  Mid-century modern style translates well into the bedroom, creating a space that is relaxing and fresh.  Here is a glimpse inside the mid-century modern bedroom and its clean appeal.

A Mid-Century Modern Bedroom with a wooden ceiling.
Mid-century bedroom design (apartmentlifestyle.net)

Wood furnishings with straight, simple lines are the signature of mid-century modern style.  This style keeps the aesthetic uncluttered and open, perfect for the bedroom where rest is the essential need.

A bedroom with a sliding glass door.
Mid-century bedroom design (Houzz)

Low-profile furnishings blend into the bedroom and warm wood tones are inviting and soothing.

A Mid-Century Modern bedroom with a bed and a TV.
Mid-century bedroom design (blog.dotandbo)

The fresh serene space of a white bedroom can be warmed with rich wood tones without being overwhelmed by heavy pieces.  Mid-century modern furniture is light on its feet with open legs on seating, dressers and night tables.

The Mid-Century Modern Bedroom with bookshelves.
Mid-century bedroom design (architectureartdesign)
A Mid-Century Modern bedroom with a wooden ceiling.
Mid-century bedroom design (Houzz)
Keywords: wood paneling, bed
Mid-century bedroom design (decoist)

Graphic details are part of the mid-century modern style.  Geometrics and abstract prints enliven the bedroom.

A modern bedroom with Mid-Century inspired green bed and chairs.
Mid-century bedroom design (Pinterest)
A Mid-Century Modern bedroom with a bed and a chair.
Mid-century bedroom design (bkkhome.blogspot)

Teal and red, avocado green with orange, and mustard yellow with brown exemplify the mid-century modern color palette.

A Mid-Century Modern bedroom with a bed and a window.
Mid-century bedroom design (Houzz)
A Mid-Century modern bedroom with wooden walls and a green chair.
Mid-century bedroom design (homeepiphany)

Texture and pattern mix with mid-century modern furniture to bring dimension and interest to a bedroom.

The Mid-Century Modern Bedroom with a bed and a bedside table.
Mid-century bedroom design (Architectural Digest)

Large geometric light fixtures are featured in mid-century modern style.  In the bedroom, install a statement chandelier or pendant light.

The Mid-Century Modern Bedroom featuring wooden walls and bed.
Mid-century bedroom design (lovethispic)

If a light and airy bedroom appeals to you, then mid-century modern style may be an option.  Due to its monumental contribution to design, mid-century modern pieces are very easy to find.  You can search flea markets and thrift stores for original pieces or purchase new ones from a variety of sources.  The timeframe of mid-century modern was from the mid-30s to the mid-60s.

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The Mid-Century Modern Bedroom featuring hardwood floors and a bed.
Mid-century bedroom design (digsdigs)

Mid-century modern bedrooms are appealing for their restful, uncluttered aesthetic due to clean lines.  For the more adventuresome, play with geometric prints and colors that influence the mid-century modern design style.  Clean lines, warm wood, airy and geometric are all traits of this important and stylish design period.  These design characteristics are perfect for a soothing and serene bedroom.

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