The phrase is quick to conjure up designers
“The details are not the details, they make the design,” mid-century monarch Charles Eames once said. And with this approach, Charles and Ray Eames became the household names of the mid-century style and movement appreciated globally. The term envelops a scope of design from the middle of the 20th century, as part of a larger modernist movement that set out to find smarter ways of doing things, with less. Born out of Bauhaus, mid-century design was fuelled by new technologies and materials and a change in the way we live.
At est we see strands of mid-century modern through homes not strictly confined to the movement, but certainly resonating with its famed aesthetic principles. Be it the gentle organic curves, geometric forms, exploration of colour and liberal use of wood or non-traditional materials; they all share a common ground of functionality, first and foremost. We’ve put together five of our favourite homes that fall under the mid-century modern banner, drawing on the classic concepts and golden objects that have endured the test of time.
Our eyes instantly wander to the plump blue sofa and proud armchairs, that draw on the palette of two film posters by Ewa Bajek from Krzysztof Kieslowski’s 1980s Polish television films. By collaborating with collectors and restorers, the apartment is marked by an appreciation of individual character, charm and meticulous attention to detail.
Located in Antwerp, the
Each space is balanced with an array of mid-century furniture pieces, such as the oversized curved sofa by American furniture designer
The Privat Apartment in Milan by
Doing their best for the apartment to remain clutter-free, Quincoces Drago have added every item with a purpose — including a fresh hint of foliage. In a colourful display of mid-century modern origins, a fluorescent orange and pink artwork rests easy with deep browns and velvety olive green.
Emmanuel de Bayser needed a calm and soulful place to host his collection of modernist furniture. This 19th century Berlin Apartment and its five-metre high ceilings was just it, saturated in natural tones and nostalgic primary shades that speak to a myriad of textures. Emmanuel de Bayser’s enviable assemblage includes the
Now for a local favourite. This
Bright blue shades are a constant thread throughout and pay tribute to the home’s narrative, with the ribbed beauty of walnut joinery and matte gold hardware. Appeasing textures and bold colour also shines proudly through the vibrant artworks, while the home maintains its connection with the outdoors through steel-framed doors. It’s a facelift that doesn’t forget the significance of its foundations.
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