A Book Lover’s Mid-Century Modern Home
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Mid-century modern elements add style to the home of this comfortable book lover, layering a contrasting color over a rich wooden tone. Designed by NDB Design’s Ni Dongbo, a lack of architectural features has been overcome by creative interior treatments of sculpture, wall art and literary treasure. Mid-century modern accent pieces are combined with contemporary components to create an interesting, eclectic style that keeps the eye moving and the mind wandering. Crisp white walls provide a fresh backdrop for the bright, prominent furniture and make a quiet frame for two well-stocked home library walls. The unique home is covered in natural greenery that just combines the interior with abundant outdoor views.
A compactly designed red living room rug immediately puts a warm and welcoming eclectic tone into the walls of modern white space. A sleek sofa design speaks to a mid-century aesthetic with its simple square cushion and saturated color.
The red living room rug and bright sofa make a vibrant contrast with a multitude of abundant green indoor plants. Next to the fireplace, an elegant swivel chair completes the plant life and the mid-century atmosphere with an earthy olive hue.
A glass coffee table reflects natural light from the window.
A comfortable reading chair and matching footstool are pulled up by a custom wooden bookshelf. A small side table is set aside to hold a supply of tea or coffee close at hand.
Glass doors protectively contain a Buddha statue at the heart of the bookshelf. The serene statue instills a message of enlightenment and peace into the home library.
A wooden stool rounds out the library/lounge furniture layout, functioning both as a seat and as an extra side table.
Wood flooring creates a warm finish throughout the living room and home library area, then shifts to a more durable surface under the kitchen and dining room.
In the center of the open plan residential area, a natural wooden envelope transforms a basic concrete support into a beautiful pillar.
A second home library/lounge area is located at the opposite end of the room.
Colorful art brings mid-century modern vibes to the library wall.
A simple floor lamp provides light reading next to the elegant sofa. The little lamp also casts a soft light through the pile of thorns that fill a custom-made bookcase. Hidden storage units are tucked into the wooden frame of the usual bookshelf, and deep drawers line its base.
Hardback volumes are stacked randomly on the floor of the home library, creating a welcoming, inhabited look.
Wooden volumes are stacked to form a random side table next to the wooden sofa.
A decorative bowl and sculptural artwork adorn the modular side table.
Across the room, a round glass dining table is surrounded by a wonderfully eclectic set of wooden dining chairs that span the ages.
A wide skylight rains natural light down on the dining room. Colorful artwork is kept in a bright gallery above a staircase that leads up into the living room. Sculptural artwork adorns the glass dining table and plinth placed near the floor to ceiling window.
After dark, a fabulous dining room hanging light illuminates the dining room. This striking, sculptural piece is the Taraxacum Penda Lumo designed by Achille Castiglioni and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni for FLOS.
The rich wooden tone that is displayed in the collection of various dining chairs shifts to the neighboring kitchen design. The L-shaped installation of flat-fronted cabinets communicates a mid-century modern influenced style.
A modern kitchen island divides the kitchen dining room into two distinct halves, just behind the wooden chairs. A Chashitsu tea room, of a kind, is formed by the window of the kitchen where the floor was deliberately raised. Tatamis fill the floor around a stone ceremonial tea table.
Instead of a neat Tokonoma alcove for the Chashitsu tea room, where flowers and a special scroll would traditionally be displayed, this home has books in a proud place, of course.
One end of the kitchen island counter is cantilevered to form a cozy breakfast bar. The olive green hue of the central island breaks beautifully against the honey-colored wooden grain background.
Rustic wooden bowls pop up against a dull black kitchen back and a matching black counter.
On top of a modern black oven shine copper pans. The fan is hidden in the bottom of the wall units to achieve a completely streamlined result.
The large open plan residential location is located on the second floor of the home. Beneath it, the entrance and modern staircase design are full of bright natural light. As if presenting the theme of this book lover’s apartment, an embedded bookcase is carved into the white stucco wall of the lobby. A high stepped back chair and a unique side table make up a sculpted furniture arrangement for reading under the stairs.
At the foot of the modern staircase, the interesting geometric folding lamp design is an Akari UF4-L8 floor lamp by Isamu Noguchi.
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Mid-Century Modern Interiors: Asian Influence
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Asian influence adds a different flavor to these three chic mid-century modern home interiors, communicating world sophistication. Along with Asian style, comes an attractive balance between minimalism and cozy comfort that forms practical, quiet living spaces. Shades of cream, beige and warm whites inspire a sense of serenity that relaxes the mind and calms the feelings, while punk black elements anchor a modern atmosphere. There’s also a green accent theme that punctuates each of these welcoming accommodations, appearing in the form of a statement cabinet in home number one, a plush emerald green sofa in tour number two, and the simple freshness of plant life in home three.
A large rug holds the different elements of the living room layout together, joining two different pairs of chairs and a modern box together as one cohesive set.
A solid marble coffee table and overlapping equivalent were located in the center of the lounge layout. A series of decorative objects including candlesticks, coffee table books, a table clock and a censer to complete and build on the relaxed mood of the space.
A modern magazine rack holds reading material near the sofa.
Excessive pendant light descends low above the nesting coffee tables, adding a dramatic effect to the lounge layout.
Black leather chairs were joined with a small side table and a neat floor reading lamp to form a comfortable reading corner. A bank of short storage units is placed along an entire wall of the hall to maintain peace and order in the space.
In the kitchen dining room, a round dining table takes advantage of the bright natural light that flows in through a large window.
The kitchen is an elegant combination of rich wooden cabinets that complement the modern mid-century atmosphere. White marbles end through the back plaza and the dining peninsula elevates the feeling of luxury. Running decorative vases interestingly adorns the counter and open kitchen shelves.
A black kitchen faucet gives a final black accent on the luxurious kitchen island.
A statement green cabinet provides a high-end color behind the dining table and a low-hanging dining room-hanging light.
A black table lamp adds mood light over the storage cupboards.
Another mixed selection of mid-century modern chairs and stools gathers around a study table in the home library.
The drawing of the hanging light from the dining room is repeated here as a pair, to illuminate the entire length of the rectangular table.
The concept behind our second home design was simplification and unification, which led to a minimalist interior design balanced with a comfortable atmosphere. A series of uniform arches elegantly frame the living room windows. A color palette of warm beige and organic wood tones complements the green views and a coordinating emerald green sofa.
The creamy living room rug is slightly stained with black accents that tie in with darker elements in the room.
A black chair sets up a place to lie next to the bookshelves.
The variety of materials and shapes is minimized to maintain the comfortable and relaxed atmosphere in the dining room. Stone-gray upholstered dining chairs come together at a rich wooden dining table design, where a black vase provides a simple centerpiece.
Cabinet doors carry a complementary textile finish.
The crazy glaze plate delivers a wonderful Wabi sabi aesthetic.
The kitchen design was influenced by Asian simplicity and practicality. This emphasis on functionality has led to a perfect wall of concealed kitchen cabinets that put away an integrated oven, refrigerator and dishwasher.
A long kitchen island doubles as a breakfast bar.
An exceptionally long linear light illuminates the entire width of the kitchen.
The core of the cabinet layout opens up to reveal an additional prep area with an open kitchen shelf.
In the bedroom, clean lines and subtle furniture shapes are gently mixed. Doors are absent within graceful arched doors to create an aesthetically refined space.
The wood and warm white palette flow cohesively from living space to sleeping space to create visual harmony.
Window cavities are covered with deep wood panels to build a high-quality finish.
In the bathroom, a small pendant light adds a warming touch over marble and a wooden vanity unit.
A wooden same wood-tone finish characterizes the bathroom and a convenient stool.
The bathtub carries a fashionable lath aesthetic to keep the home current.
Our final home tour begins in a large hall that is full of natural light.
A round rug is based on a minimalist living room layout that consists of a curved sofa design, Pierre Jeanneret’s Kangaroo Chair, and a wooden bench chair.
A circular coffee table neatly repeats the contour of the round carpet.
In the mid-century-style dining room, modern lighting descends from a classic ceiling rose.
A small side table shows an unusual gorilla sculpture that pushes personality into the elegant space.
In the kitchen, a free-form decorative wall mirror reflects a pool of light from the large windows. Terrace island and indoor plant introduce areas of fresh color.
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What Happens When The Famous Style Melds With Others
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Mid-century modern encounters a crash of contemporary and classic decorating themes in these three home projects. Each exquisite interior takes a sip of many eras and styles to create interesting combinations that excite the eye. We first travel to a lake house that includes an eclectic combination of elements to form a chic and sophisticated home, and classic art pieces absorb culture. Our second tour takes place under ornate ceiling roses and intricate cover, where graceful window arches inspire curved furniture silhouettes juxtaposing sturdy mid-century pieces. Our final featured home has an ethereal white scheme in which modern gold and marble accents are mixed with antique style chairs and traditional sculpture for an attractive result.
Located next to a small lake in Spain, this elegant home has been designed to limit the need for artificial light sources and instead benefits from a natural setting of the tranquil landscape.
An L-shaped modern sofa cuts a linear silhouette around the living area of the open concept living space. Creamy soft furniture and white walls paint a peaceful and dreamy scheme.
Thin candles and a trio of black candlesticks make a high table decoration next to a short stack of coffee table books.
A black fireplace balances the dark color of the modern coffee table, forming a more traditional atmosphere.
A classical sculpture is displayed on a simple artistic plinth with gracefully arched windows.
Proceeding under a wide archway, we move into the free kitchen dining room. A large dining room lamp hangs a translucent paper shade that allows the natural light and landscape to shine through the window behind it.
The spherical dining room lamp completes a round pedestal dining table beneath it, where a decorative glass vase adds a beautiful botanical ornament. Mid-century dining chairs surround the white dining table with boldly contrasting black upholstery and dark wooden frames.
Behind the dining room, solid white doors hide kitchen appliances. A long kitchen island with traditional pearls stretches ahead.
Rectangular displays precede a number of decorative cabinets on each side of the kitchen, where cutlery and wine glasses can be aesthetically displayed.
A black kitchen faucet sharply contradicts with the pure white marble counter.
Our next tour takes place in a 106-square-foot home, where ornate ceiling roses and intricate cover crown a room that is bordered by graceful arched windows. The classic architectural arches inspire an interior layout of curved furniture silhouettes, including a curved sofa, a round coffee table and a large round rug.
The curved living room furniture juxtaposes sturdy mid-century pieces in an open layout.
A high arch gate connects two rooms, creating a beautifully framed vignette on either side.
The dining room is furnished with the Armchair designed by Pierre Jeanneret in the 1950s for the famous modernist city of Chandigarh, India, designed by Le Corbusier, Jeanneret and their team.
The rustic furniture set makes a textual contrast with an elegant modern one wall kitchen.
Curved cabinets round off the ends of the kitchen run to complete the interior architecture.
A pocket door appears inside one of the arched doorways to give the bedroom privacy.
In the minimalist bedroom, a rustic platform bed faces a pair of beautiful arched windows. A home workshop extends under the glass.
A slim floor lamp and a gold side table make chic bedside accompaniments. A striking marble wall rises behind the headboard.
Behind the screen of solid marble develops a delicate bathroom, with a luxurious light gray stone resin bathtub and shiny pale gold appliances.
A small side table serves toiletries to the tub, while the modern gray canvas is equipped with a concealed cupboard above the sink.
Floor plan.
Our final home tour is an ethereal white interior with an attractive eclectic collection of furniture. In the living room, a large area rug brings together an arrangement of contemporary upholstered white seats, metal tables and modern mid-century-inspired chairs.
Black and white photographic prints enhance the monochrome effect of a modern black marble fireplace.
Timeless white sheets dress the large windows of the living room.
A mature indoor plant plumes the edge of the living area, creating a smooth transition into the kitchen meal.
Simple pottery adds subtle decorative moments.
Textured wall art makes waves through simple white decoration. A unique floor lamp undulates a complete silhouette.
As we move through the open concept into the kitchen, we arrive at a stepped layout of white kitchen units with a red alignment with frameless interior doors.
A log shop fits into the side of the chimney to burn the wood burning and create a naturally decorative moment.
A white marble island elevates the kitchen design.
The antique style chromed tubular steel and brown leather dining chairs are reminiscent of Marcel Breuers ’console chair.
A unique mirror makes an artistic addition to the dining room.
The animal statue in the centerpiece arrangement is the Statuette of bird L’Oiseau designed by Ronan & Erwan Bouroulle for Vitra in 2011.
A classic statue is displayed in a modest place at the door.
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