Mid-Century Modern
Mid-century modern design, from the 1950s and 60s, is still one of the most loved looks around. Organic shapes, warm timber and coloured glass give rooms personality without clutter. Look for Calibo Avocent and Aquila timber linear pendants, Calibo Ribbon ribbed glass in amber, smoke, blue and green, and floor and table lamps from CLA, Telbix and Oriel.
Getting the mid-century look
- Walnut and teak tonesTimber pendants pair with mid-century furniture.
- Coloured glassAmber, smoke and green glass add colour and glow.
- Floor lampsAn arc or tripod floor lamp beside the sofa is pure mid-century.
- Low and warmHang pendants lower and use warm white light.
Questions we get asked
What defines mid-century lighting?
Simple organic shapes, timber, brass, coloured glass and a sense of fun.
Does mid-century suit a new home?
Yes. It adds warmth and character to new builds.
What size timber linear pendant suits my table?
Choose a light around two thirds of the table's length. A 1500 mm light suits a table around 2.2 m long.
See also retro lighting and floor lamps. Want a second opinion on your style? Send us a photo of the room on sales@alstra.lighting or call 02 4040 0599. Our lighting design help is free.
