let's chat about mid century modern design
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 มิ.ย. 2024
- Hi friends! Today I'm yapping all my thoughts about "mid century modern"
It's hard to go anywhere with an interior design project without running into these words somewhere. I see them used so often and really often used pretty incorrectly. So I wanted to share a little bit about the mid century modernist movement.
I always see people treating mcm like just another interior design aesthetic, so I want to give a really brief overview of the history of modernism and how it let to the mid century modern style we know today. I talk about the case study house project, the rise of modernism in the US in the 50s and 60s, and the difference between modernist principles and midcentury fashion/style. I also talk about the confused "mid century modern revival" that happened in the 2000 and 2010s, and how I think you should approach shopping for furniture if you like mid century modern style.
Let me know what you think so we can nerd out together !!
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0:00 intro
0:14 mid century modern design
1:06 what is modernism
2:02 a brief history
3:42 mid century modernism
4:55 mcm revival
8:38 how to incorporate mcm design
10:46 fin - แนวปฏิบัติและการใช้ชีวิต
Delightful! A calming and knowledgeable yin to Paige Wassel’s instinctual and punchy yang
I do enjoy how Ñoah takes a more technical approach to design whereas Paige goes a lot based off vibes. Love both creators but it’s nice to go deep on the WHY this trend is popular etc
@@Lmitch10 Exactly! Any other creators in a similar vein you’d recommend? Always looking for good interiors content
@@ashleyjohnson3663Caroline winkler has good design videos. She has some other non design topics but her design ones are nice. Her style is a little closer to my own than Paige
Christina destefano is good as well
@@Cheesyenchilady love Caroline! Her organization videos are top notch
Your design videos are what has been missing from the interior design space on TH-cam. I love your background in history and theory of design and the way you're able to make it digestible and applicable in daily use. Yay so glad you're here!
Agreed!!
I feel like this is the design channel for adults and I’m glad I’m here. Thanks for the content!
This is a good example of golden quality education of TH-cam. Thank You so much!
I really enjoy your focus on history and theory in design. Having an understanding of that informs the eye and brings authenticity into a space. A lot of interior design content on TH-cam feels like people trying to personally identify with SEO terms rather than curate real spaces that people have to live in.
I've watched a TON of interior design youtube and it tends to become just a little redundant over time. Your videos offer such a unique perspective and I love the history/images you're showcasing! It's easy to see that "mcm" from wayfair looks bad but I really enjoyed hearing exactly WHY in terms of history and functionality. Fast furniture will never be my cup of tea
You’re such a wonderful communicator in addition to having a great eye! Keep up the good work. It’s channels like yours that make me really appreciate living in the age of TH-cam.
Very informative. Since you are in Copenhagen (I think I heard that in another of your videos?), I'd love to hear your perspective regarding classic Danish design (the likes of TONI Copenhagen, Lassen, and Louis Poulsen from earlier in the 1930s) and how that style is different, though often conflated, with MCM.
Wow. You delivered exactly what I needed when I needed it. You have such a comprehensive yet succinct way of explaining design. The biggest takeaway I got from this (other than what MCM actually means) is that I shouldn’t go overboard with getting true vintage MCM furniture that has those on-the-nose characteristics. I just started buying vintage furniture and I was about to overdue “that” look. I assumed if it was truly vintage then it would all work. I think you just saved my future house.
Also - totally love the history. Wouldn’t mind more. Half the joy of getting vintage furniture is imagining where it came from and what its past life was like.
Thank you for this video!
I would definitely watch a video of yours going through the history of different eras of modernism! I love MCM furniture and design and already feel like I've learned a lot more about it and modernist principles in general from your videos.
Yessss!!! Id actually what that if Noah did it 😂
Finally someone that knows what they're talking about. I'm loving your Channel.
2/2 One suggestion --- could you do a follow-up ytube doing detailed contrasts of vintage midcentury and contemporary knockoffs, which ones seem to work and not work, explaining why you think that, with visual examples? You briefly showed some photos of things on this ytube but there was almost no specific commentary.
Your perspective on design is so refreshing. Aside from Paige Wassel, it’s bad out here! I love hearing about the history too, btw.
As somebody who visits lots of thrift and antique stores, the acronym MCM gets thrown around A LOT and on items that I don’t think qualify most of the time lol and as you pointed out, it’s especially egregious with furniture. Really enjoyed this conversation 😄
Noah, love your videos. Your calm demeanor is so refreshing.
Please keep going! Loving your channel soooooo much! You’re needed in this space!
I would love to see a video when you design a room from scratch. What colour pallete, what furniture, what textiles would you use if you had a job to design an empty room.
I've watched your videos up until now and really appreciate your knowledge of the history of interior design styles and architecture. It adds to the inspiration I already get from Paige Wassel, Caroline Winkler, Nick Lewis. Hope you continue to make more videos, I'm on the lookout :)
I love this video i havent seen anything like it yet. I love mid century modern when i look at photos of older places but whenever i search up furniture or lamps with that tag they dont feel right. They didnt feel accurate and i found myself asking intuitively “man but what is REAL mid century modern?” Because i felt such a disconnect between search results and the photos of spaces i enjoyed
I appreciate the thoughtful criticism in this, you are coming from a place of passion and knowledge and not knocking anyone's "defined style" or anyone's general understanding of MCM just providing real context. This video has helped me get out of my own head and be less obsessive, instant subscribe. PS need advice on convincing my wife we need a Wassily.
hands down the best interior design TH-cam chats I've found yet!
Thank you for the reassurance that Mid Century Modern has been high jacked, I had been really confused by what I was seeming when I used that search term. Love the videos!
I used to live in Orange County and loved driving through the Eichler communities.
I just discovered your channel recently and I'm so glad! You have such intention in the way you approach design and teaching design. Thank you!
Also love the quality of your videos. They're minimal and calming ❤ Like a refresh for my brain
Discovered your channel this morning, I cannot stop watching. Great content. I always know what I like, and what I don't like when I look at a piece of design, but I don't always necessarily know why. Your videos now kind of helped me realize why I don't like some stuff.
Thank you for this content Noah! Informed and well put. As an architect myself I too am frustrated by the total confusion of terms when it comes to styles and eras (!!!)
I would be so cool to hear more of your thoughts on the evolution of design. I’m totally here for a history lesson, no doubt!
Thank you. I really enjoyed this, Noah! I agree with you, entirely.
So many modern spaces today look cold and sterile, and have "attitude" (like hotel suites), as if they have been furnished to please (or intimidate) any visitors. Genuine MCM homes and furnishings always had warmth and a natural "feel" via the materials and shapes, with spaciousness (even when rooms were small), and light. Something inspiring but also calming.
your content is amazing! pleaaaase continue to make more, you're a gem
Thank you so much! There’s a lot more coming, don’t worry :)
Can't wait for more videos, i'm learning so much thank you! I just watched all 4 of your videos and was looking for more, keep up the good content.
So happy you’re here Noah! Thanks for sharing your design wisdom with us. You’re my new fave TH-camr 🙌
Your videos are a massage for my brain
New subscriber and already a big fan. I really appreciate your thoughtful and informed approach. Looking forward to nerding out more in the future!
Your videos are so insightful. I love your vibe. Please make more videos. You’re gonna become huge in this community. Wish you all the best for the channel
Can't express enough how much i'm loving your videos right now!!!
We bought a ski chalet built in ‘62. As a fan of Sarah Susanka, the architecture really spoke to me but I didn’t know much about MCM at the time. Other than the purchase of a vintage dining set, I have really struggled to find the right way to furnish that is respectful of the character of the place. A family member hung a Sputnik shower curtain in the bathroom that makes me want to cry! So kitsch! We need to reconstruct the seating in the “conversation area” where an open fireplace is located. The original plans show benches that someone replaced years ago with a sectional sofa that has since worn out… keep the content coming because I need inspiration!
This was such a refreshing video on the interior design front! I hope you make a video about where you find your inspiration
your content is really insightful. so glad I found your channel
I’m in the process of making over my bedroom and your videos have been helping me tons!
If you posted 20 thousand videos I would watch them all! I put your videos when i am working to hear them in the background and then i rewatch them to really listen and watch the pictures. ♥️ amazing content to learn and enjoy
I can already tell I’m going to love you! Giving calm Paige Wassel energy
Noah, I just adore you! I'm so happy I found your channel.
Love this so much! Would you ever consider sharing design books you have read and loved?
My husband and I just bought a house, and your channel has shown up at the perfect time in our design process! Can’t wait to see what else you do, your videos are so informative and inspiring!
smiled so big when i saw you uploaded. new fav youtuber
Omg yay 🥹❣️
I've just found your channel and I absolutely love it! Hope you make thus into a series talking about different styles and periods! Would love to see that!
i love the history! thank you for doing what you are doing.
Great video, love all the references on the side
Love, that you are showing a house by Adolf Loos in my hometown Vienna as an example for Modernismn. Vienna is mostly related to the Barock aera and other influences are not that well known like the Wiener Moderne or the Wiener Werkstätten.
My personal style is all over the place, I just love well produced items that already lasted for a long time and still will. We have for example a beautiful Swedese chair form the 60s but I also have a silver sugar dish from the Biedermeier or an Art Deco Vase from Val Saint Lambert from Belgium or a french Verdure tapestry. I love to learn about style and design and I usually try to find these things as bargains...
Instant crush! Such a refreshing channel 💞
studying interior design & just stumbled upon your TH-cam channel! great videos & such a good vibe!!
Omgggg you have put into words what I have been trying desperately to convey to my friend who lives in an Eichler. Thank you!
Love Eichler homes they feel so good and the natural
Light that flows through the space is magical
Thank you for explaining this so well!
I'd love to hear more about design theory! Great content and very inspiring. :)
Fabulous! Great chat, made so much sense... thank you.
can't stress how much I loved this discussion about mcm and how to approach it thoughtfully. would love to hear your thoughts about how to achieve a thoughtfully designed space without buying pieces from a retailer whose Sale section is full of $1000 lamps (Design Within Reach)
OMG, thank you for this. I love MCM Modern/Atomic, and am currently (probably for the rest of my life) renovating a decidedly NOT MCM house (19-oughts, probably) after my own taste and whim. This video does help clarify what might be appropriate in the space.
Absolutely loving this content! Shoutout TH-cam algo for doing a good job
Can you post a video about why you hate defining your interior style? Not that I disagree, but curious to hear you talk about!
Noah, MORE VIDS! Of all the designers on YT you make the most sense. Maybe because I am an architect as well. Interiors are SOOOO hard for me to do, I am trying to learn and it is complicated.
The design concepts are the same, I specialize in exterior spaces, but indoors the scale and proportion, color is all very different, just to name a few of the differences.
One thing is that you give great examples to illustrate, but flash them too fast. BTW, I really like the living room with the 2 story velvet blue drapes and sputnik light. Was that an example of BAD? If so, what am missing? THANKS
I agree! You put into words what I had a feeling about but didn't have the words.
As a first year interior design student it’s really nice to discover some content that’s easy to absorb while also being rich in history and information. Your take is opinionated but backed up with reason as well as a good eye. The only thing is that I’m a bit confused by the photos you’re showing and the point you are trying to support- i would really appreciate if you provided a more clear distinction between the images that you’re saying are cheesy vs good intentional design. Maybe I’m just oblivious but I think some of the photos you included may not have been represented at the right time or with the right intention? I love hearing your point of you as an experienced designer and would just like to make sure I’m fully connecting the dots!
I’m obsessed with you omg
So glad I just found your account. Adore your content.
I LOVE your videos, thank you so much
Just recently subscribed to your channel, and I love your content! I look forward to watching more of your videos.
I really really like your channel Noah, it’s so interesting to hear your opinion, it’s like having an interesting conversation with a friend. 🙌
Love your content! I would love to see a full video on how to incorporate mcm into your home 🏡
This was so interesting! I could have listened to an hour version of this!
My son has a tiny mid century home and I am trying to help him find furniture and decor. Thanks for steering me toward using some authentic pieces when there’s so much cheap stuff out there.
1/2 Thanks for this --- made me think about why I'm so attached to my vintage midcentury pieces. Even a bit of gentle wear gives these pieces a sense of history and layeredness.
I loved this. Thank you!
Omg so glad I have just found your channel
Some of the items that came up in your “mcm” search are not even mcm inspired, but art deco inspired, lol! People are indeed very much confused when it comes to design, it seems that everything that references modern styles from the twenties to the seventies gets lumped together as mcm!
Watching this validated all my intrusive thoughts about design! I feel seen and heard 😅
Great video and content. It’s great to see people paying attention to interiors and design, but as a designer it also hurts to see this bastardisation and misuse of terms haha. I feel like the content you’re making is very much needed and will help a lot of people who don’t have formal design training
I really enjoy your videos and I appreciate you sharing this history. You give amazing advice and I am happy I found your channel. I have one point though about the reference you made in terms of modernism designs, that it applies to ‘Western Europe and the USA’ but actually a lot of the designers were from Eastern Europe as well. It is important that contributions from designers from other regions are acknowledged too. It is not a critique, I am just adding a little footnote here if you don’t mind. I am not an expert myself in any way, I just thought it was worth adding.
What stands out to me in t “ mid century modern design” is that the house blends in with the outside and the windows are big so the outside becomes part of the inside. Love that. But it is very difficult to create that in an urban environment..
It’s refreshing to hear you express what I often fume about! It’s also great that you articulate some modernist theory: blurring the line between nature and the home, as opposed to the Victorian walled garden; using natural materials; craftsmanship; design built to last; the open floor plan allowed by new building methods.
Just a personal note: my sister scored two Saarinen womb chairs, whose upholstery isn’t in the greatest condition. She wanted them reupholstered, but the construction of the chairs, which is that the upholstery is molded to the molded chairs, prevents that. I guess the idea was that the upholstery would never wear out, hahaha!
It was so interesting, thank you!!
As someone who didn't study this but has always appreciated this design style, this was sooooo helpful in helping me understand what it is I actually like about mid-century modern AND why I don't typically love newer mass produced pieces that are labled "mid-century modern". I've never really been able to articulate that to anyone when talking about my design or decor choices 👌❤️
Loved this! 🥳
This is great. I’m moving home and want to use these principles in my dining room. Found a good retailer of this style of furniture but you’ve given me some good pointers. Not going nuts to the point where it looks like a theme park for instance. Then again it’s my gaming space so maybe a bit of 1960s Bond villain theme isn’t a bad thing…
Thank you for a great lesson in design! Greetings from Sweden 😊
A peaceful video. Thank you
Thanks for mentioning Eichler homes and giving them the benefit of YOUR appreciation. Now I no longer feel like I shouldn’t like them because they weren’t designed by an oft mentioned big name designer. Yes, some MCM homes have design problems, but we can still appreciate and love the overall design esthetic.
I love this channel. ❤
Would love to hear more about history! That's not a boring topic 😊
I love your conversational vibe! Even if I wouldn't agree with some points for my own space for personal taste reasons, I'm engaged and learning
Also, the volume on your videos are quite low. I have to turn up the volume about twice as much compared to other videos, though you might like to know :)
I thought I didn't like mid century modern, but it turns out it was the cheap knock-off version of the trend that I dislike. Great video👍
I’d love a video on matching your interior design to the age of your house or not as the case may be.
I love architecture and design. In Arizona we have Taliesin West: natural materials, human scale, embracing its natural setting and a philosophy that we all deserve a beautiful environment. There are gathering spaces with fireplaces. It’s also unpretentious. Since I’m a child of that era I often see the blurred mix of mid century advertising and the actual art and architecture. This unique time in history was actually the birth of our idea of economic equality and human rights.
I appreciated the history you told about modernism (the architectural movement) and how it is different from the pastiche that is branded as midcentury modern style in interior design and fashion today. However, it's also important to remember that modernism arose, in part, as a backlash to the democratization of design and is in part responsible for the demonization of ornament today. With better technology in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries came easier ways to mass produce highly ornamental design and made what was once the favored aesthetic of the rich -- namely highly ornamental design -- accessible to everyone else. When the elite classes figured this out, there was no way to distinguish their taste from those of the ordinary person (and the rich have never been fans of liking the same thing as everyone else. Otherwise how else could they justify their greater social status!). Modernism was elite architecture's response: by reverting to form follows function, stripping away ornament, and making design seem simple, modernism drew a new line between "elite" taste and "common" taste and provided a language with which to moralize about the masses and their "bad" taste. I am personally a big fan of ornamentation. Some of the most welcoming, beautiful spaces in the world are highly ornamental, curvilinear, embellished, and grand. It's also important to remember that ornamentation can be functional, too; the modernists had a very narrow understanding of function: ornamentation soothes, energizes, and connects humans to nature. Now that the ineptly named "midcentury modern" aesthetic has become more popular since the 2010s, the elite classes and designers seem to be swinging back towards ornamentation as a marker of elite taste.
Fellow Richard Neutra fanboy here! Beautiful example images 😍
The "it was shocking to me what came up when I googled "mid century modern" on wayfair" had me cracking up!! 😂
I instantly believe you.
Great start to the channel! I have one piece of feedback. Your mic level varies a lot between vids. 1st and 3rd are a good volume, 2nd and 4th I have to crank it up to hear you.
Mixing the audio to average around -12db is pretty standard. This means people can have their system volume around 30% and still hear you well. Anyway, looking forward to more future vids!
What about cost? Most people can’t afford DWR and 1stDibs.
outstanding content
5:25 it is really hard to find mid-century design that is vintage but I have managed to find it for my dining room with a Garrison china cabinet and dining set. The cost I paid was minimal very minimal but it's not something I would sell for any reason at all I absolutely love it and I have a mid-century modern vintage bedroom suite also. I have had a problem with designing an interior to go with the simple lines of the furniture I have because I have a problem finding a vintage sofa et cetera
you are quite good at this.
yay love this