Mid Century Modern Furniture

Our mid century modern furniture collection celebrates the discipline and optimism of 1950s and 1960s design, when makers prioritised function, honesty of materials, and spatial clarity. Each piece reflects the movement's commitment to accessible elegance without ornament.

The Defining Elements

Authentic mid century design reveals itself in tapered legs, typically angled at 5 to 15 degrees from vertical. Look for console tables in walnut or teak with heights between 28 and 32 inches, ideal for placement behind a sofa at least 6 inches from the wall. Coffee tables sit lower—14 to 18 inches—with tops in book-matched veneer or honed marble that show material beauty without embellishment.

Upholstery follows the form of bent plywood frames rather than concealing structure. Expect linen, leather, or bouclé in ochre, olive, or charcoal rather than pattern. Sideboards span 60 to 80 inches, offering concealed storage behind sliding doors with recessed pulls.

Pair mid century modern furniture with textiles in solid weaves and lighting featuring brass or blackened steel. A sculptural vase in ceramic or glass provides organic counterpoint to geometric frames. Mirrors with narrow timber frames or frameless bevelled edges maintain the period's preference for simplicity.

The aesthetic aligns naturally with quiet luxury principles: no logos, no excess, just considered proportion and lasting materials that improve with age.