#mid century interior

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[b22-design]

6 Rare French barstools with folded metal geometric shape, 1950s

More info: www.b22design.nl

[zegalba]

Lamp design by Carlo Nason (1969)

[vintagehomecollection]

Beyond The Kitchen: A Dreamer’s Guide, 1985

[miamaimania]

A Glimpse into Modernist Elegance: JACQUES COUËLLE's Cannes Apartment and Studio, 1960

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[thegroovyarchives]

1970 Drexel “Plus One” Butterfly Table & Stools (via: eBay)

[virtual-design-lab]

What’s The Best Pick: Modern Interiors Or Contemporary Interiors?

The terms "modern" and "contemporary" architecture are frequently used interchangeably and are regarded as synonymous. However, this is a myth because there are attributes that distinguish one from another. The distinction between contemporary and modern architecture is that they are two very different styles, as well as the aesthetic appeal that they impart to your abode.

Over time, the interpretation of modern architecture has evolved into a very distinct and defined style that does not appear to adapt to any evolution in a very long time. So images of modern houses that you see and think of as "modern" are not what they signify in terms of architecture. In contrast, it is difficult to define what is "contemporary" because styles, fashions, and trends change so quickly. 

So basically, modern architecture refers to a specific mid century interior design of the historical period, whilst contemporary architecture refers to the emerging and trending interior designs.

Let's go a step further than just differentiating the two. Modern designs entered the market, or rather were introduced, after a prolonged period of glamorous and fancy home designs that were more common in architectural styles and favored an arrangement of natural features. However, lately, the same architects, construction firms, and even residents have chosen to contradict this traditional architecture. 

Modern architects and builders created homes with lots of windows, patterns, and either open floors or glass walls. This was completely contrary to the tradition of building affordable housing with ornate flourishes during those years.

When modern architecture was revamped, artificial intelligence was also used simultaneously. Increasing numbers of architectural firms and professionals have begun to leave their underlying foundations in order to enter the fast-paced modern interior environment.

Modernists sought opportunities to bring residents closer to and more connected to nature, and thus began to build homes like modern farmhouse interior design, wherein there is no distinction between interior and exterior spaces. They made certain that the exterior of the house complemented the environment within and around it.

So, on the one hand, modern architecture creates a connection with nature and elegance; on the other hand, contemporary architecture chooses a path of current happenings, also known as "trends".  Architects use contemporary styles to design homes, and then take on these designs to make sure that the houses are as technologically advanced and innovative as possible.

Whether it is modern or contemporary, the basic requirement here is for a detailed yet minimalist interior house design that incorporates the best space management and positive energy.

[moodboardmix]

Smalley House, Holmby Hills, Los Angeles, USA,

Built by A. Quincy Jones in 1973, Updated by Studio Shamshiri,

Landscape architect: Garret Eckbo

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James Sant (1820-1916) "Self-portrait" (1844)

[avant-greendecor]

San Francisco Soundscape: An Eames-Inspired Musical Escape

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[scavengedluxury]

Cafe, 1970. From the Budapest Municipal Photography Company archive. 

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[zegalba]

Rosewood Case Sofa by Milo Baughman (1968)

[vintagehomecollection]

The Los Angeles House, 1995

[the-home]