Design: Mid-Century Modern - Jenna M. McKnight

Your handy, inspirational reference guide to the iconic Mid-Century Modern Style. Spanning the mid-1940s to the 1970s, the Mid-Century Modern movement was an influential era celebrated for its clean lines, modest proportions, and functional approach to design. Prioritizing form and function, designers defined a post-war aesthetic that embraced new materials that could be crafted into practical, contemporary forms.  Design: Mid-Century Modern introduces you to the celebrated icons that define the era, from Scandinavian furniture to Brazilian concrete architecture and the sleek houses of Palm Springs. Discover this humanist design era that celebrated innovation and embodied the needs and desires of the world at that time. Starting with an introduction by a leading design expert, you will discover the creatives and craftsmen that defined the era—from living room decor to the urban architecture of the age. An essential guide to Mid-Century Modern, the icon design movement  Covers Mid-Century Modern product design, graphic design, architecture, interiors, ceramics and textilesLearn how to incorporate Mid-Century Modern aesthetics into your home Part of the collectable guidebook Design series, which helps you learn the essential themes of iconic design eras
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