Mid-Century Modernism

Mid-century modernism was from 1950-1960. The style of the architecture included flat roofs, expansive walls of glass, bi-level structures, married indoor spaces to the outside and were extremely popular on the west coast. The color schemes of this movement included warm, earthy tones that were nature inspired, such as, olive green, burnt umber, pumpkin and mustard yellow. Along with trendy colors such as, pink, gray, turquoise, black, and yellow. The furnishing were mainly made of plastics, resin, metal composites, laminates, and fiber glass. Some famous architects during this period were Joseph Eichler and Charles and Ray Eames. Along with famous furniture designers, Eero Saarinen, George Nelson, and Isamu Noguchi. Joseph Eichler was inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright and developed mid-century tract housing subdivisions for the average american family. Charles and Ray Eames were designers that also designed some furniture. The two manufactures during this time that sold famous furniture where Herman Miller and Knoll.

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Tulip Chair by Eero Saarinen

Lounge Chair by Charles and Ray Eames

Coconut Chair by George Nelson

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