Mid Century Wood furniture
From to dining tables, the angular compositions and clean lines that characterize the mid-century modern style are an enduring symbol of good design. Born in the postwar heyday of the 1950s, mid-century modern design harnessed elements of modernity that remain relevant in the 21st century. west elm’s mid-century furniture collection continues this design tradition with certain welcome updates that involve the use of new materials and superior production technology. Whether you choose to incorporate a single mid-century furniture piece into your home or you go all in for a charmingly elegant retro theme, our collection of vintage-inspired furniture will suit your every need.
Mid-century furniture fits in perfectly with the logistical needs of a modern . We embrace the style priorities of the mid-century era while finishing our sofas, chairs, tables and shelving with colors and textures that are perfectly of the current moment. While we do offer some upholstery fabrics and wood stains that reflect the earthy, warm tones favored in the mid-1900s, we have plenty of other options that dip into a cooler color range for a soothing contrast. Though our finishes may be au courant, the detailing is perfectly vintage, from grid-tufted couch cushions to thin, angled chair legs and media cabinets with moddish drawer knobs and pulls.
We’ve also embraced mid-century furniture design in the, maintaining the same balance between the best elements of the past and present. Our mid-century beds, chests of drawers and tables use warm, interrupted wood panels to create just the right retro atmosphere. At the same time, many of those wood furniture pieces are made according to strict eco-friendly standards, offering a focus on sustainability that was not in effect during the space age, an era characterized by its focus on exploring new planets rather than protecting the one we’re currently on.
