6 Mid-Century Design Hacks For Your Mod, Mod Home
By Mychaelyn Michalec
AMC’s Mad Men may be drawing to its series finale, but the drama’s revival of Mid-Century Modern style shows no signs of waning. With its simplicity of form, clean lines, bold graphic patterns and use of natural materials, mid-century design elements work in a variety of homes and adds insta-cool to any decor.
The period’s look and feel has become increasingly desirable over the last ten years, and its popularity isn’t limited to TV fans - from pizza commercials to the Urban Outfitters catalog, everyone is sporting the mid-century vibe. However, with popularity comes the price, and finding vintage pieces or even reproductions is getting harder on the wallet.
Luckily, these six hacks can get you the look you want without costing a mountain of money. As Don Draper said, “Make it simple, but significant”.
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A cool credenza is a versatile storage piece for any home.It can be used as a bar, a media cabinet, or a buffet in the dining room. This totally customizable cabinet was built using plain white Ikea cabinets, some wood panels for the top and sides, new handles, and some period-inspired legs.
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A stylish sofa can be the statement piece in any living room. But if you can’t steal your grandmother’s or afford a high-end reproduction, you can get a similar look by customizing a more affordable option. Adding mid-century-style legs, some buttons and tufting turned this sofa from box store to design shop. Not crafty enough to button-tuft the cushions? Take this project to a local upholsterer for a low cost upgrade.
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Statement lighting is a key feature in mid-century style, but a unique lighting feature can be costly. Try this tutorial from The Brick House to create a custom chandelier using hardware store brass fittings and a lamp kit for under $130.
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A coffee table is an essential for entertaining. For ambitious makers, this tutorial shows how you can create this coffee table / bench for less than $140 plus a good bit of elbow grease.
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Complete your mid-century look with some bold geometric art. This piece is created with wood scraps, glue, and acrylic paint. Check Pinterest for mid-century-inspired art projects you can try your hand at creating.
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Slatted benches are so popular. Maybe it’s because they can be used for extra seating indoors or out. This one is made from reclaimed fence posts and period legs.
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