We love looking back to iconic style eras of the past. Mid-Century Modern combines the best of retro interiors with a contemporary twist.

Mid-century modern offers a striking blend of old and new. Minimal yet inviting, it manages to captivate whilst using colour and pattern tactically. The result is a cosy, elegant home with an effortless warmth to it. It is this nostalgic yet fresh nature of Mid-Century Modern that makes it so popular. Find out how you can add a touch of retro to your own home below.

Choose Up to Two Standout Colours for Your Palette

Use bright shades sparingly. Instead, go for more muted neutrals and earthy colourways.

Brompton Collection

Don’t oversaturate your space with colour. Use one or two bolder statement shades. Balance these out with neutrals. Choose a mustard yellow or earthy ochre for your feature colour. Use this for a conversational pattern such as a retro geometric. Present on curtain fabric, opting for floor length designs to maximise impact. Add in softer shades such as a Pebble or Biscotti colourway. Darker tones such as Ginger or Mocha add winter warmth.

Layer Different Fabric Techniques

Make texture the star of the show by combining intriguing finishes.

Volume Collection, Brompton Collection

Choose fabrics with a playful, abstract twist. Start your moodboard by selecting one or two feature prints. These could be a striking geometric with a retro-inspired abstract design. Layer coordinating textures in similar colourways. We love intriguing designs such as ombre effect embroideries, or a boucle-effect geometric. Include weaves in earthy colours for depth and cosiness. Velvet oozes mid-century style. So, why not go for a tactile corduroy design in Copper for your upholstery fabric? Try a chair with contrasting fabric on the front and back for a true showstopper.

Take a Less is More Approach to Furnishing Your Home

Mid-century interiors are known for their effortless flow. So, create a light and airy space that feels effortless yet curated.

Brompton Collection

Choose low-slung furniture with clean, flowing lines. The simpler, the better. Pair with a cosy upholstery fabric such as an inviting weave or tactile jacquard that encourages you to sit back and relax. Add pops of bold colour rather than oversaturating your space. Keep your palette limited to 3 colourways to prevent the room from becoming too busy. Try using varying shades of the same colour. 

Invite the outdoors in with Natural Materials and Foliage

Bridge the gap between your indoor space, and the outside world.

Camden Collection, Brompton Collection

Having a home aligned with nature is central to the mid-century style. Use natural materials, earthy colours, and houseplants to connect with the outdoors. Greenery such as Monstera, Swiss cheese plants, and succulents capture the Mid-century style. These pair well with wood accents. Mid-century modern also encourages us to celebrate the original materials of our home. So, make a feature of elements such as exposed brickwork, stone, and wooden flooring.

Feeling inspired? Add a touch of retro to your home with our new Brompton and Camden Collections

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