Choosing Your Mid-Century Modern Sofa

A modern sofa from the Middle Ages can be an important basic element in the design of a living room in a variety of styles. These tailor-made pieces have a simple look and a classic look that can be worn with versatility. According to Architectural Digest, mid-century modern sofas are a fixture in modern design due to their clean lines, organic curves, and contrasting materials. We couldn’t agree more. This style is suitable for many gorgeous room designs.

What Is a Medieval Modern Sofa?

Most people know the modern style of the Middle Ages. But it’s helpful to summarize how mid-century modern furniture (especially sofas) differs from other styles. Not all medieval sofas are the same, but they have similar characteristics and are therefore easy to identify.

Features of a Modern Sofa in the Middle Ages

• Function over form – medieval design as a whole prioritized function. In other words, function determines the appearance of the sofa, not a specific stylistic form. Medieval designers paid special attention to ergonomics in their designs. This means that a modern mid-century sofa is more comfortable than a standard sofa.
• Color – Most of the medieval sofas sold today have a solid color base. Both neutral colors and bright colors such as burnt orange and turquoise are popular.
• Mixed textures – Many mid-century sofas use mixed textures. Look for a mid-century modern sofa with a wooden base and a blend of metal, glass and plastic features. What matters is contrast, which allows each element to stand out from the other. Mixed textures are more common in real medieval modern sofas than in modern replicas.
• Shape – Most mid-century sofas have an understated, rectilinear shape, but some also have curved shapes. They also incorporate geometric and organic shapes into a seamless design.
• Simplicity – The modern style of the Middle Ages was partly a reaction to the Art Deco style that preceded it. Unlike Art Deco, the Mid-Century Modern style reduces any additional embellishments to a minimum.
• Legs – Bare legs, made of wood or metal, come in a variety of shapes, including tapered, square, or spherical.

12 Mid-Century Modern Sofa Options

We’ve gathered a list of some of our favorite mid-century modern sofas, available in different price points and color varieties.

The Miller Sofa

The Miller sofa by All Modern has a slender Scandinavian medieval style. It has durable interior options, slim armrests, and tapered brown legs. This sofa is affordable, can be found in online medieval stores, and has also received good reviews from customers. There are loveseat and sectional sofas to choose from, as well as matching armchairs.

The Holden Combo Two-Seater

If you have a small room but still want to use a sectional sofa, try a smaller version, such as the Holden sectional sofa. It’s a gorgeous design for the CB2 that blends the luxurious look of dark blue velvet with a clean mid-century style. The tapered steel legs add enough height to allow the sofa to float above the floor.

The Jason Fabric Sofa

The sofas in the collection were designed by fashion designers Jason Wu and Interior Define. The Jason fabric sofa has a mid-century modern style and a fashion-forward feel. Each sofa is equipped with a solid wood frame that supports comfortable cushions and is available in a myriad of customizable colours and textures. The slender legs are covered with brass, which adds a little extra charm to the sofa.

The Kirnik Sofa

The Medley company manufactures the Kirnik sofa. The company focuses on artisanal quality, sustainable material sourcing, and low VOC products. On top of that, these sofas are gorgeous and comfortable. The Kirnik is taller than some of the other mid-century modern sofa options to date. It has a luxurious interior, a beautiful maple base, and elegant tapered legs.

The Hopson Sleeper Sofa

If you want a sofa bed that looks sleek and modern, check out Joybird’s Hopson sofa bed. This aesthetic comes with nearly 90 interior décor options, including neutral and bright colors, high-performance fabrics, velvets, and sustainable options. This slim sofa is designed with low armrests and tufted cushions.

The Monroe 3pc Sectional Sofa

The Monroe 3pc Sectional Sofa has just the right amount of curves and straight lines to keep the shape balanced. It has an elongated arm on one side and an open side on the other. The button tufting at the back maintains the cut and elegant look. This Monero cross-section design is made from emerald green velvet.

The Nomad Velvet Sofa

If you want a more versatile shape, Burrow’s Nomad velvet sofa is a great mid-century modern sofa. This sofa is perfect for a traditional or classic style home. The sofa features high-performance velvet in jewel and neutral tones and customizable wooden or metal legs.

The Ojai Sofa

Industry West’s Ojai sofa is upholstered in soft camel leather and chunky upholstery. The armrests of this sofa are thicker than other medieval sofas. These are useful for a more comfortable rest. This sofa is supported by solid wood legs.

Curvo Camel Velvet Sofa

CB2’s Curvo camel velvet sofa is reminiscent of the Hollywood glamour and Italian medieval design of the 50s of the 20th century. The interior is made of silky cotton velvet with champagne gold legs.

Medieval sofa in The Hague

Crate and Barrel produces quality contemporary and contemporary furniture designs that have stood the test of time. The Hague Medieval Sofa is no exception. This sofa features flared armrests and plush cushions to create a comfortable seat. The tapered legs make the sofa look sophisticated and sophisticated. The single-bottom cushion gives the sofa a more tailored style and keeps it tidy all day long.

Roll-Arm Convertible Sofa Bed Bed

This mid-century sofa on Wayfair has a beautiful style and an unbeatable price. It has a wooden frame with the sides unfolding outward. It’s trimmed in fabric for a hint of textured appeal. The sofa backrest can be folded up to quickly provide an extra bed when you need it.

Laguna Sofa

At 83 inches long, AllModern’s Laguna sofa is one of the widest on the list. This version of the sofa has a dark rust velvet upholstery. The large pillow is soft and tailor-made with two matching throw pillows. It has a solid wood construction so you can feel its durability.

Conclusion

Mid-century modern sofas are a popular design style, and it’s easy to see why. The classic style of these sofas works well when you blend them with other styles or as the focal point of a room with all the mid-century modern furniture.

Their classic and elegant look also elevates the look of any room where they are placed. With all the options available, you’ll be able to find options that fit your budget, color scheme, and specific style.