Monthly Archives: July 2022

The new Financial Year is upon us, and what better time to think about jazzing up your home office space than now! In the past 2 years we have seen the percentage of Australian people working from home rise from 8 per cent to 40 per cent. This a significant increase, with many people coming to know and appreciate the benefits of flexible working arrangements. Although it is likely this percentage will slowly reduce as the world recovers post pandemic, it is expected many people will aim to keep some flexibility in their role. For many people, working from home has meant being creative with the space and resources available to them. Whether your work from home set up is a converted cupboard, or a shared living/office space – there is no reason not to make it stylish, functional, and enduring.

Mid-century modern (MCM) has been described as ‘a style of design (as in architecture and furniture) originating in America of roughly the 1930s through the mid-1960s, characterized especially by clean lines, organic and streamlined forms, and a lack of embellishment’. Form and function were key during the rise of mid-century modern design, adapting to life and needs post WWII.  Furniture design was minimalistic and organic, using a range of materials, textures, and tones. Technology was progressing during this time, and MCM design embraced and reflected these advances.

MCM was a move away from ornate styling of times past, embracing simple, functional, and stylish designs that quickly became lasting in their popularity. As time and design have progressed and changed, MCM design has remained an enduring style, and has for good reason continued to be a popular choice among both residential and commercial customers.

Is there nothing better than curling up in a beautiful and comfortable lounge chair on a chilly winters evening with a red and some good tv? Or maybe sitting and relaxing in your favourite home nook perched upon a beautiful occasional chair whilst you enjoy the morning sun with a coffee. Everyone has their favourite place and time to ‘lounge’, and for many doing so has become a luxury in the fast-paced and busy world we live in. So, it is fair to say that when we do take the opportunity to relax, we should ensure we do so not only in comfort,