Mid-Century Modern Design

Design: Mid-Century Modern is an inspiring guide to the popular design movement from approximately the 1940s to the 1980s. It describes the style's characteristics such as clean lines, functional design, and the use of new materials like plastic, metal, and teak wood, which shaped the post-war aesthetic.

The book presents central design icons and environments from the period, including Scandinavian furniture design, the Bauhaus school, Brazilian modernism, and the architecture of Palm Springs. It explains how designers combined form and function to create a modern, human-centered style that still has a great influence today. Furthermore, the book provides an overview of architecture, furniture, graphic design, fashion, and interior design from the period, and shows how to incorporate the Mid-Century Modern aesthetic into your own home.