Midcentury furniture pieces are characterized with their clean, simple lines.

Sterile Lines, Natural Hues Midcentury furniture pieces are characterized with their clean, simple lines. Wood pieces, often made from teak, are only finished to showcase their natural beauty. Here, designer Beth Haley paired this conventional midcentury dining table with clean-lined modern chairs and daring teal walls.

Let Wood Details Take Center Stage Don't hide wood particulars; let them glow. In this living area custom mirror toronto . a neutral wall colour and soft-hued fabrics allows the handcrafted arms of these Danish modern chairs be the celebrity. Design by Domicile Interior Design

Less Is More Subtlety and considerate craftsmanship are much of what makes midcentury design timeless. When Eero Saarinen made his modern classic, marble-topped table in 1956, he wished to remove any additional parts, such as extraneous table legs. Paired with molded plastic Eames seats, the basic lines of the table still seem fresh and contemporary in this masterpiece grey modern kitchen. Layout by Joel Snayd

Let There Be Light Midcentury table lamps lend themselves well to any space featuring low-slung furniture, plus they are simple to find at vintage shops. Search for curvy foundations in bold colors, paired with tall, slim lampshades, like this Murano glass lamp designer Kenneth Brown utilized beneath a vintage Knoll nightstand. Photo by Mayer Bowden Photography

A Cheap Focal Point Flea markets are another great resource for recessed lighting. A brass helix-style chandelier purchased for $200 is the focal point in this midcentury-menswear mashup. Black, silver and gold pinstripe wallpaper covers the walls also lets the entryway's bargain chandelier stand out. Design by Brian Patrick Flynn

Locate Retro Art Insert an unexpected element to your house with a classic art piece. Look for picture wall hangings with squares or circles, like this red, orange and brown bit. Or, locate a vintage-inspired print on websites like Etsy.

Pick a Traditional Color Scheme Adopt the age of mustard, avocado and tangerine with a '60s-inspired colour scheme. This living area from designer David Scott nods to the classic hues without appearing like a movie collection.

Decorate With Vintage Accessories Outfit your coffee table with '60s inspired accessories, in this way gold chain-link bowl, blown glass squares or royal vases. Design by Emily Henderson

Keep the Walls White Midcentury design is all about showcasing quality pieces, so keep your walls white. The area's neutral palette enables the art and the rich blue velvet on the vintage Robsjohn Gibbings chair to stand out. Layout by David Scott

Embrace Pattern and Texture Graphic patterns and midcentury modern style go together like milk and cookies. Within this vintage-inspired space, a neutral palette allows designer Sarah Richardson to perform with pattern and texture, in the angular gray-and-white upholstery into the textured wallpaper and toss pillows.

Try a Bar Cart If you have ever watched an episode of Mad Men, you understand cocktail culture was nearly as important to this series (and the age) as Don Draper's hair gel. Embrace it by picking up your pub cart and stocking it with classic glassware, cocktail shakers and elaborate decanters. Design by Emily Henderson

Go Totally Retro Take the midcentury look somewhat further by creating a space entirely supplied with '60s-inspired bits. A George Nelson bubble lamp floats beneath the vintage dining table and seats, and antiques, sunbursts and abstract wall art decorate the mustard-hued walls. Layout by Alicia Friedmann

Mix Traditional and Contemporary Midcentury style isn't an all-or-nothing proposition. This bachelor pad combines the clean lines of this tufted midcentury couch and table lamps using more traditional elements, like the bronze-and-glass coffee table. Photo from Brian Patrick Flynn

Feature One Standout Piece Even when you're more contemporary than retro, a single midcentury piece can heat up your space. Within this white and red living room, an iconic wood-and-glass Noguchi table is an unexpected focal point. Design by Marie Burgos

Cozy Up With Midcentury Design Midcentury furnishings in a nursery school? Believe it. Designer Sarah Richardson used this orange seat, inspired by Danish designer Arne Jacobsen's iconic egg chair, as cozy chairs at a nursery on Sarah 101. Find an iconic piece for your nursery to give it high fashion and a shelf life long ago toddlerhood.

Restyle Classic Pieces Don't be reluctant to upgrade midcentury pieces to suit your style. In this Los Angeles home, a classic Eames chair is reupholstered with an African fabric to put in a bold pattern to the space. Layout by Commune Layout

Attempt Modern Industrial The clean lines of midcentury modern furnishings are the perfect juxtaposition to rough-hewn industrial spaces, making this mix of styles ideal for urban loft living. Picture courtesy of CB2

Shop New Midcentury-Inspired Pieces As midcentury style develops more popular, many retailers are stocking fresh bits that evoke the feel of midcentury greats. These seats from CB2 are inspired by classic Bertoia Knoll wire chairs, but provide a slightly more streamlined silhouette and an on-trend, emerald-green hue. Picture courtesy of CB2

Midcentury Prep Preppy style and midcentury modern pieces could be a style match made in paradise. Here, designer Tobi Fairley utilized a iconic midcentury attachment, the sunburst mirror, to make a quintessentially preppy look with houndstooth cushions, a timeless colour scheme and a lot of symmetry. Photo courtesy of Tobi Fairley Interior Design

Modern Eclectic Style A vintage Mies seat is right at home in this dining room. The leather pillow from South America adds dimension to this distance. Layout by Luis Caicedo