Mid-Century Modern Styling Guide

Embrace the timeless appeal of Mid-Century Modern design with these expert-backed tips that perfectly complement Double's washable rug collection.

Master the Organic-Meets-Geometric Balance

Mix organic shapes with geometric patterns – a defining characteristic of mid-century modern design. Start with a statement rug featuring fluid, abstract patterns as your anchor piece. Then layer in architectural furniture with clean lines, balanced by curved accent pieces that echo nature's flowing forms.

Embrace Natural Materials

Ground your mid-century space with organic materials that add warmth and authenticity - think rich woods, supple leather, natural textiles, and stone elements. Let these materials complement each other: wooden furniture with textured rugs, leather seating with woven accents, or stone surfaces with organic textiles.


Keep it Uncluttered

Choose one focal element per area (like a distinctive rug or statement chair) and arrange supporting pieces with intention, allowing at least 2 feet of breathing room around key furniture. This deliberate spacing creates visual calm while highlighting the clean lines and sculptural beauty of each piece.

Create Textural Contrast

Observe contrasting floor textures - pair plush, high-pile rugs with smooth flooring to create immediate depth. Then, layer your space with different materials: sleek wooden furniture against woven upholstery, polished metals alongside textured ceramics, and smooth glass balanced with rough stone or concrete elements.

Emphasize Functionality

Honor mid-century modern's "form follows function" principle. The Poncho Shag series perfectly creates cosy, functional zones like reading nooks or conversation areas, while maintaining the clean lines and purposeful design characteristic of this interior style.

Layer with a Neutral Foundation, Add Bold Accents

Build your space with neutral tones as your base, then introduce pops of vibrant color – a signature of mid-century modern style. Start with the Carrel Bone Chenille Rug or Human Brown Cotton Feel Rug as your foundation, then add personality with the Square Red Chenille Rug or Square Orange Chenille Rug in adjacent spaces.

Zone Your Space

Use rugs to define distinct areas in open-plan spaces – a modern take on mid-century modern’s functional design principle. The Square Chenille rugs work perfectly for creating visual boundaries while maintaining flow.

Play with Height Variation

Create visual interest by varying furniture heights – a key mid-century modern principle. Ground your arrangement with a neutral earth tone rug like the Poncho Olive Shag Rug, then mix low-profile seating with taller elements like floor lamps and plants.