Mid-Century Modern is a timeless design style celebrated for its elegant, simple appeal. The elegant essence of this minimalist design style is captured by British model Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s Los Angeles home.
Model and founder of the minimalist beauty brand Rose Company She’s known for her minimalist approach when it comes to beauty and fashion, so it’s no surprise that her home follows a similar suit. Taking to Instagram, Huntington-Whiteley recently shared glimpses of her stylish home, which depicts a chic living space that embodies mid-century modern style.
It’s a timeless space that promotes a clean, comfortable look, thanks to its neutral color scheme and simple, mid-century-inspired furniture. We spoke to design experts to get their take on the living room.
“The sleek design and neutral colors create an elegant, timeless look that draws attention without being too flashy or demanding. This living room showcases the best that mid-century modernism has to offer – a classic combination of timeless looks and practicality.” With its neutral colors and simple lines, it is sophisticated and understated Both, creating an inviting atmosphere that never goes out of style,” explains interior designer Ricky Allen.
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Mid-century-inspired furniture, like the pieces in the Huntington-Whiteley home, remains a timeless choice, Allen continues to explain:’Mid-century modern furniture pieces have stood the test of time and are still appreciated today for their unique blend of form, function, and style.
Justin Hossle, owner of mid-century furniture company Hossle Woodworks, notes that the mix of materials featured in the space also contributes to the room’s essence of mid-century modern decor, “This living room has some key ‘ingredients’ of mid-century modern design — the mix of materials Such as wood, metal, natural fibres, geometric shapes and an uncluttered space.’
The room’s large proportions also complement the simple furnishings while the dark colors of the sofa and coffee table provide balance, as interior design expert Cathy Ko explains, “I love the way the slatted wood ceiling draws the eye and creates a beautiful compliment to the room.” Clean lines and a warm neutral palette for the lounge chairs. A simple sofa and dark-coloured coffee table provide just the right amount of contrast, while the green tones coming through the upper windows add a green pop of color that ties everything together.’
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