Furniture that was once assigned to the shed, garden, garage or second-hand store are now being lovingly restored to their original glory, but why? Why is furniture that’s over 50 years old and smells a little musty is now the height of fashion? You couldn’t give this stuff away a decade ago, but now they are must-haves for interior design across the globe.
Here are some reasons why there is still a lot of love for mid-20th century furniture:
It looks cool
Vintage is cool, it’s that simple. It’s all over the small and big screen, seen in anything from Mad Men to The Incredibles. Just sitting in a chair like one seen in a villain’s lair on James Bond is immensely fun and makes you feel like a star. Some of the most iconic chairs are too expensive to buy, so choose a replica instead. Get the Eames Rocking Chair from Pash Classics. The fun design of the Eames Rocking Chair from the mid-20th century will add fun and interest to any room.
Nostalgia
Many people who invest in furniture from this era, do so because of nostalgia. It takes them right back to their childhoods, whether it was their parent’s or grandparent’s décor choice that sparks the memories. Happy childhood memories mean there’s a positive emotional response when that style of furniture is seen. Perhaps it was a sideboard full of hidden sweets at grandma’s house or the lounge bar in your uncle’s house. These pieces remind you of simpler, happy times.
Style
Many people believe that fashions and trends come and go but true style remains forever. The unique thing about mid-20th century furniture is that it fits in anywhere. Like the little black dress of the fashion world, it can be used anywhere, for any occasion and always looks good. The simple, clean lines of this era work just as well in a new-build property as it does in a period home.
Team Player
Mid-20th century furniture also works well with others. You can mix it with other styles from different periods to create an eclectic statement and it just works.
Substance
Vintage furniture from this period isn’t about style versus substance but a combination of both. Yes, it was mass-produced but it was a time when things were still built to last. Furniture form this time feels good. It feels like it was made by human beings and not machines. While that might not be strictly true, it feels this way and that’s because it is top quality. Buyers today want to own pieces that tell a story, that represent sustainability and haven’t come from a supermarket.
Kinder to the Environment
Why buy new when you can buy something of better quality with more style at a fraction of the cost? That is a big draw for those looking to reduce their carbon footprint.
