We love a trend (speaking of, see our predictions for 2025!), especially when one once popular rears its head years later. Mid-century modern interiors are inspired by the mid-20th century, so think back to those living rooms you saw on your favorite sitcoms. The style is marked by lots of natural materials, clean lines, bold pops of color, and functionality. So, needless to say, we love it.
We were recently privileged to work on an entire mid-century modern-inspired renovation in Nashville. We’ve already shared details on our stunning kitchen makeover, and now we’re taking things into the bedroom.
Go behind the scenes with us to see how we put the modern in this mid-century masterpiece.
Old vs. New
One trend we’re happy to see move on is white-washing or obscuring natural wood. Don’t get us wrong, we understand how these elements can make a space feel dated, but we’re here to remind you that a little careful sprucing can go a long way without slapping paint on top of your home’s character.
This particular remodel had lots of bold cherry wood original to the home, and through thoughtful design, we were able to honor the original wood and make it a 2025-approved focal point of the space. We accented it with moody purple paint (reminder why we love this for bedrooms), a neutral accent wall, and custom drapery that tied it all together.
Mid-Century Modern Touches
Preserving the natural wood couldn’t be the only mid-century modern element we incorporated. We kept the theme woven seamlessly throughout with things like geometric print on the custom drapes, a funky bedside sconce with an exposed bulb, a neutral yet textured wallpaper adding intrigue, and a bed frame with lots of clean lines.
The theme continued as we turned to knicknacks. We used simple rectangle decorative boxes for storage, a simple circular mirror above the dresser, and incorporated gold metal accents throughout.
Automation
Now, there’s nothing mid-century and everything modern about this next part. We cited automation as a big design trend we’ve been seeing in recent years, but one thing that’s often overlooked is the amount of careful planning required to pull it off well. For this build, we wanted the curtains and drapes to be able to open and close with only the touch of a button. Working with a designer ensures the goal of automation is present every step of the way: from selecting the fabric through sourcing the technology, concealing any mechanisms, a seamless install, and a functional mechanism.
Whether you’re a lover of all things mid-century, a modern maven, or a little bit of both, we’re here to help you achieve all your goals. Get in touch!