97 Mid-Century Modern Chairs To Get Inspired

mid century modern chairs to get inspired

Mid-century modern is an architectural, interior, product and graphic design that generally describes mid-20th century developments in modern design, architecture and urban development from roughly 1933 to 1965. Mid-century modern style is trendy right now as boomers feel nostalgic about it and millennials and zoomers love its coziness and rediscover it for themselves, and many designers create various pieces of furniture inspired by this style. This roundup will tell you of some beautiful mid-century modern chairs that I’m sure you’ll want to get for your space!

A beautiful grey mid-century modern rocker with black metal legs and no armrests will make a statement in the space.

A beautiful grey mid-century modern rocker with black metal legs and no armrests will make a statement in the space.

A beautiful mid-century modern dining nook with a round glass table, black chairs, a print, greenery, a bar cart and a cowhide rug.

A beautiful mid-century modern dining nook with a round glass table, black chairs, a print, greenery, a bar cart and a cowhide rug.

A beautiful pink chair with a comfortable design and a cushion is a cool and lovely idea for reading.

A beautiful pink chair with a comfortable design and a cushion is a cool and lovely idea for reading.

A bold and chic mid-century modern dining room with a black storage unit, a stained table and black chairs, a cathy chandelier and potted plants.

A bold and chic mid-century modern dining room with a black storage unit, a stained table and black chairs, a cathy chandelier and potted plants.

A bold black and white mid-century modern dining space with a stained table and black chairs, a striped rug and a gallery wall.

A bold black and white mid-century modern dining space with a stained table and black chairs, a striped rug and a gallery wall.

A statement plant in the corner makes this bold mid-century modern space special. Earthy tones and stained furniture give it a cozy feel. The statement rug ties everything together beautifully.

A statement plant in the corner makes this bold mid-century modern space special. Earthy tones and stained furniture give it a cozy feel. The statement rug ties everything together beautifully.

Brighten up your living room with mustard-colored furniture. Abstract paintings add a creative touch to the space. The combination creates a cozy and artistic environment.

Brighten up your living room with mustard-colored furniture. Abstract paintings add a creative touch to the space. The combination creates a cozy and artistic environment.

Potted plants bring life to a bright mid-century modern living room. Stained furniture and green chairs create a unique look, and the amber leather sofa offers comfort. Use a low coffee table and a gallery wall to complete the design.

Potted plants bring life to a bright mid-century modern living room. Stained furniture and green chairs create a unique look, and the amber leather sofa offers comfort. Use a low coffee table and a gallery wall to complete the design.

A chic mid-century modern dining nook with a built-in bench, a round stained table and black chairs, a laconic chandelier and an artwork.

A chic mid-century modern dining nook with a built-in bench, a round stained table and black chairs, a laconic chandelier and an artwork.

A chic mid-century modern dining space with a stained table and black and white chairs, a printed rug, a black storage unit and a large and cool chandelier.

A chic mid-century modern dining space with a stained table and black and white chairs, a printed rug, a black storage unit and a large and cool chandelier.

A chic mid-century modern living room with a green sectional, a rust-colored rocker, a rattan stool, statement potted plants.

A chic mid-century modern living room with a green sectional, a rust-colored rocker, a rattan stool, statement potted plants.

A classic mid-century modern brown leather chair with a boho pillow is a lovely addition to a mid-century modern sapce.

A classic mid-century modern brown leather chair with a boho pillow is a lovely addition to a mid-century modern sapce.

A colorful living room with a stained storage unit, a navy velvet sofa, a striped coffee table, colorful chairs, a bright floor lamp and a paneled wall.

A colorful living room with a stained storage unit, a navy velvet sofa, a striped coffee table, colorful chairs, a bright floor lamp and a paneled wall.

A comfy mid-century-inspired white chair and a matching footrest, a metal floor lamp and a metal side table for a comfy nook.

A comfy mid-century-inspired white chair and a matching footrest, a metal floor lamp and a metal side table for a comfy nook.

A cozy graphite grey chair with a stained frame, legs and armrests is a stylish addition to a mid-century modern space.

A cozy graphite grey chair with a stained frame, legs and armrests is a stylish addition to a mid-century modern space.

A woven pendant lamp adds charm to this cozy mid-century modern dining nook. The white round table and chairs are perfect for small spaces, and a stained credenza offers storage. Finish with a gallery wall for personal flair.

A woven pendant lamp adds charm to this cozy mid-century modern dining nook. The white round table and chairs are perfect for small spaces, and a stained credenza offers storage. Finish with a gallery wall for personal flair.

A cozy terrazzo-themed mid-century modern chair with soft armrests and a stained frame and legs is a cool idea.

A cozy terrazzo-themed mid-century modern chair with soft armrests and a stained frame and legs is a cool idea.

A creatively shaped green upholstered chair with a matching footrest, black metal legs and a side table for a reading nook.

A creatively shaped green upholstered chair with a matching footrest, black metal legs and a side table for a reading nook.

A fresh and light-filled mid-century modern dining space with a stained table, white chairs, a gold chandelier and potted plants.

A fresh and light-filled mid-century modern dining space with a stained table, white chairs, a gold chandelier and potted plants.

A green mid-century modern chair with pillows and tall metal legs, with a woven blanket and a printed pillow is a cool and cozy idea.

A green mid-century modern chair with pillows and tall metal legs, with a woven blanket and a printed pillow is a cool and cozy idea.

A green velvet chair with a polka dot pillow, a woven ottoman, a fur rug and a metal floor lamp.

A green velvet chair with a polka dot pillow, a woven ottoman, a fur rug and a metal floor lamp.

A round hairpin leg table is the centerpiece of this mid-century modern dining room. Black chairs and a black pendant lamp create a sleek look, while a mirror adds depth. Decorate with thistles for a unique touch.

A round hairpin leg table is the centerpiece of this mid-century modern dining room. Black chairs and a black pendant lamp create a sleek look, while a mirror adds depth. Decorate with thistles for a unique touch.

A light-filled neutral dining room with a stained table, woven chairs and a chic mid-century modern chandelier and greenery in a vase.

A light-filled neutral dining room with a stained table, woven chairs and a chic mid-century modern chandelier and greenery in a vase.

A lovely and simple mid-century modern dining space with a printed rug, a stained table and chairs, a black pendant lamp and a print.

A lovely and simple mid-century modern dining space with a printed rug, a stained table and chairs, a black pendant lamp and a print.

Grey chairs complement the stained table in this lovely mid-century modern dining space. A round jute rug adds texture, while the credenza provides storage. Include some plants to bring a touch of nature indoors.

Grey chairs complement the stained table in this lovely mid-century modern dining space. A round jute rug adds texture, while the credenza provides storage. Include some plants to bring a touch of nature indoors.

A mid-century modern chair with a stained frame and legs, grey upholstery is always a comfortable and cool idea.

A mid-century modern chair with a stained frame and legs, grey upholstery is always a comfortable and cool idea.

A bold printed rug sets the tone in this mid-century modern living room. The grey sofa and navy chair offer comfortable seating, while a white stool adds versatility. Showcase a cool gallery wall for visual interest.

A bold printed rug sets the tone in this mid-century modern living room. The grey sofa and navy chair offer comfortable seating, while a white stool adds versatility. Showcase a cool gallery wall for visual interest.

A mid-century modern living room with a non-working fireplace, plywood chairs, a large round table, built-in shelves.

A mid-century modern living room with a non-working fireplace, plywood chairs, a large round table, built-in shelves.

A modern curved reading lounger placed by the window is already taken by a doggie.

A modern curved reading lounger placed by the window is already taken by a doggie.

Wooden furniture with white upholstery creates a bright and inviting space in this modern farmhouse sunroom nook. The fireplace adds warmth, while greenery and a skull decoration add rustic charm. Incorporate natural textiles to complete the farmhouse look.

Wooden furniture with white upholstery creates a bright and inviting space in this modern farmhouse sunroom nook. The fireplace adds warmth, while greenery and a skull decoration add rustic charm. Incorporate natural textiles to complete the farmhouse look.

A black suspended fireplace and lightweight wicker furniture make this modern neutral sunroom stylish and functional. A suspended chair provides a unique seating option, while potted greenery enhances the natural feel. Opt for neutral cushions to keep the decor cohesive.

A black suspended fireplace and lightweight wicker furniture make this modern neutral sunroom stylish and functional. A suspended chair provides a unique seating option, while potted greenery enhances the natural feel. Opt for neutral cushions to keep the decor cohesive.

Potted plants and colorful pillows brighten up this modern sunroom featuring a grey sofa and black leather chairs. A low coffee table adds practicality without overwhelming the space. Consider using layered rugs to add texture and warmth.

Potted plants and colorful pillows brighten up this modern sunroom featuring a grey sofa and black leather chairs. A low coffee table adds practicality without overwhelming the space. Consider using layered rugs to add texture and warmth.

A modern sunroom with a white sofa, a grey chair, lanterns, a round coffee table is a lovely nook to relax.

A modern sunroom with a white sofa, a grey chair, lanterns, a round coffee table is a lovely nook to relax.

An amber leather sofa and bold rug set a striking tone in this modern sunroom with skylights and a series of windows. Grey and black leather chairs complement the sofa, while cool lamps add stylish lighting. Incorporate minimalist decor to maintain a clean look.

An amber leather sofa and bold rug set a striking tone in this modern sunroom with skylights and a series of windows. Grey and black leather chairs complement the sofa, while cool lamps add stylish lighting. Incorporate minimalist decor to maintain a clean look.

A moody mid-century modern dining space with a stained table and dolg chairs, a black credenza, a stained cabinet with black lamps and a gallery wall.

A moody mid-century modern dining space with a stained table and dolg chairs, a black credenza, a stained cabinet with black lamps and a gallery wall.

A navy chair and a footrest on tall metal legs inspired by mid-century modern designs.

A navy chair and a footrest on tall metal legs inspired by mid-century modern designs.

Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by its clean lines, gentle curves, and organic shapes. Mid-century modern furniture features vibrant shades like mustard yellow, aqua, tangerine, olive green, and fire engine red. However, these attention grabbers cant do it alone. Tones of gray, brown, and white are needed to ground the design, contrast any colorful accents, and cultivate the signature style. Mid-century modern chairs are timeless and mix easily with contemporary pieces. You can make a particularly interesting mid-century piece a focal point, or combine a basic item—like a mid-century sofa—with bold textiles or a vintage starburst mirror or wall art. Or update a solid wood vintage piece with newer upholstery. Get inspired by beautiful mid-century modern chairs below!

A navy chair with a stained frame, armrests and legs and a printed pillow will add mid-century modern chic to the space.

A navy chair with a stained frame, armrests and legs and a printed pillow will add mid-century modern chic to the space.

A neutral living room done with warm-colored furniture, with pretty pillows, artworks and potted plants.

A neutral living room done with warm-colored furniture, with pretty pillows, artworks and potted plants.

A neutral mid-century modern chair with a light-stained wooden frame, back and legs plus a matching footrest for a modenr bedroom.

A neutral mid-century modern chair with a light-stained wooden frame, back and legs plus a matching footrest for a modenr bedroom.

A neutral mid-century modern living room with a large fireplace, creamy chairs, a glass coffee table, an open shelving unit and greenery is amazing.

A neutral mid-century modern living room with a large fireplace, creamy chairs, a glass coffee table, an open shelving unit and greenery is amazing.

A pastel Scandinavian living room with a yellow sofa and a pink chair with a staiend frame and legs is a cool space.

A pastel Scandinavian living room with a yellow sofa and a pink chair with a staiend frame and legs is a cool space.

A pretty mid-century modern dining room with a stained dining table, navy chairs, a sideboard with a gallery wall and a black chandelier.

A pretty mid-century modern dining room with a stained dining table, navy chairs, a sideboard with a gallery wall and a black chandelier.

A pretty mid-century modern living room with a grey sofa, mustard chairs and pillows, a colorful rug, potted plants and round tables.

A pretty mid-century modern living room with a grey sofa, mustard chairs and pillows, a colorful rug, potted plants and round tables.

A pretty mid-century modern living room with green chairs, a blush loveseat, a round table and woven poufs, potted plants and lights.

A pretty mid-century modern living room with green chairs, a blush loveseat, a round table and woven poufs, potted plants and lights.

A stained table and black chairs create a refined yet simple mid-century modern dining space. The chic credenza provides storage, and bold artwork adds a focal point. Keep the look clean and elegant for a timeless appeal.

A stained table and black chairs create a refined yet simple mid-century modern dining space. The chic credenza provides storage, and bold artwork adds a focal point. Keep the look clean and elegant for a timeless appeal.

A retro-inspired grey wingback chair with a matching footrest and touches of orange plus a bold orange lamp.

A retro-inspired grey wingback chair with a matching footrest and touches of orange plus a bold orange lamp.

A round woven chair with an upholstered back and seat and a bright pillow is a cool mid-century modern idea.

A round woven chair with an upholstered back and seat and a bright pillow is a cool mid-century modern idea.

This small and elegant modern sunroom features a coffee table and a combination of a black metal chair and an amber leather chair. Potted plants bring a touch of nature indoors, while a rug adds warmth. Opt for simple, modern accessories to keep the space uncluttered.

This small and elegant modern sunroom features a coffee table and a combination of a black metal chair and an amber leather chair. Potted plants bring a touch of nature indoors, while a rug adds warmth. Opt for simple, modern accessories to keep the space uncluttered.

A stylish grey chair with a stained frame, legs and armrests paired with a red ottoman that doubles as a stool.

A stylish grey chair with a stained frame, legs and armrests paired with a red ottoman that doubles as a stool.

A stylish mid-century modern dining space done in black and white, with a built-in bench, an oval table, black and white chairs and a rug.

A stylish mid-century modern dining space done in black and white, with a built-in bench, an oval table, black and white chairs and a rug.

Bold colors fill this living room with a mustard sofa and navy chairs. A bold abstract rug and potted plants enhance the vibrancy, while a cool bar cart adds function. Choose bold accents for a dynamic look.

Bold colors fill this living room with a mustard sofa and navy chairs. A bold abstract rug and potted plants enhance the vibrancy, while a cool bar cart adds function. Choose bold accents for a dynamic look.

A welcoming mid-century modern dining space with a stained table, mustard chairs, a sideboard, a potted palm tree and a mirror.

A welcoming mid-century modern dining space with a stained table, mustard chairs, a sideboard, a potted palm tree and a mirror.

A welcoming mid-century modern lviing room with a non-working fireplace, an amber leather sofa, white chairs, a low coffee table, a mirror and pastel pillows.

A welcoming mid-century modern lviing room with a non-working fireplace, an amber leather sofa, white chairs, a low coffee table, a mirror and pastel pillows.

A yellow mid-century modern chair with a matching footrest and pillows plus a grey blanket is a perfect idea for a reading nook.

A yellow mid-century modern chair with a matching footrest and pillows plus a grey blanket is a perfect idea for a reading nook.

A yellow mid-century modern chair with a matching footrest and tall metal legs is a perfect mid-century modern piece.

A yellow mid-century modern chair with a matching footrest and tall metal legs is a perfect mid-century modern piece.

An amber leather chair with a cushion and a pillow is a cool and comfy solution for a mid-century modern space.

An amber leather chair with a cushion and a pillow is a cool and comfy solution for a mid-century modern space.

An elegant mid-century modern chair of metal, an upholstered seat and a rattan back is a cool idea for a dining room.

An elegant mid-century modern chair of metal, an upholstered seat and a rattan back is a cool idea for a dining room.

An elegant mid-century modern dining nook with a stained credenza, a round table and stained chairs, a gallery wall and a sunburst chandelier.

An elegant mid-century modern dining nook with a stained credenza, a round table and stained chairs, a gallery wall and a sunburst chandelier.

An elegant mid-century modern dining space with a stained table and black chairs, a gallery wall and a chic chandelier plus greenery here and there.

An elegant mid-century modern dining space with a stained table and black chairs, a gallery wall and a chic chandelier plus greenery here and there.

An elegant stained chair with a rattan back and a black leather seat, printed chairs is a great addition to the living room.

An elegant stained chair with a rattan back and a black leather seat, printed chairs is a great addition to the living room.

An exquisite mid-century modern dining room with a stained table, black chairs, a green rug, a green chandelier and a storage unit.

An exquisite mid-century modern dining room with a stained table, black chairs, a green rug, a green chandelier and a storage unit.

Blue mid-century modern chairs with rich-stained legs, frames and armrests and cozy upholstery are great for a dining space.

Blue mid-century modern chairs with rich-stained legs, frames and armrests and cozy upholstery are great for a dining space.

Eames lounge chair of plywood and white leather and a matching footrest by the window.

Eames lounge chair of plywood and white leather and a matching footrest by the window.

Sculptural grey chairs with soft curved armrests are a catchy and bold addition to a mid-century modern living room.

Sculptural grey chairs with soft curved armrests are a catchy and bold addition to a mid-century modern living room.

A green leather chair with a stained frame is a lovely idea for a mid-century modern space or a cozy modern living room.

A green leather chair with a stained frame is a lovely idea for a mid-century modern space or a cozy modern living room.

A grey wingback chair with tall armrests and a colorful pillow welcomes to take a seat and relax a little bit.

A grey wingback chair with tall armrests and a colorful pillow welcomes to take a seat and relax a little bit.

A stylish striped chair with a black frame is a cool idea for a modern or vintage space, it catches an eye.

A stylish striped chair with a black frame is a cool idea for a modern or vintage space, it catches an eye.

A mid-century modern rocker with stained legs and bright orange upholstery is a catchy and stylish idea.

A mid-century modern rocker with stained legs and bright orange upholstery is a catchy and stylish idea.

A creative grey mid-century modern chair with a stained frame and grey upholstery is a stylish idea for a cozy modern space.

A creative grey mid-century modern chair with a stained frame and grey upholstery is a stylish idea for a cozy modern space.

A grey mid-century modern chair with a comfortable frame and legs and a seat on top is a classic design for a modern space.

A grey mid-century modern chair with a comfortable frame and legs and a seat on top is a classic design for a modern space.

A bold chair with a catchy and durable metal frame, with gorgeous blue upholstery is a stylish and catchy idea.

A bold chair with a catchy and durable metal frame, with gorgeous blue upholstery is a stylish and catchy idea.

A classic mid-century modern chair with stained frames and legs and neutral upholstery is a cool solution that can match many spaces.

A classic mid-century modern chair with stained frames and legs and neutral upholstery is a cool solution that can match many spaces.

A grey Scandinavian chair with wooden legs and a grey and a yellow pillow plus some faux fur is a cool solution to rock.

A grey Scandinavian chair with wooden legs and a grey and a yellow pillow plus some faux fur is a cool solution to rock.

A cool mid-century modern chair with a stained base and legs plus blue diamond upholstery on top is a very catchy and cool idea.

A cool mid-century modern chair with a stained base and legs plus blue diamond upholstery on top is a very catchy and cool idea.

A grey wingback chair with tall armrests, with wooden legs is a stylish idea for a modern or vintage space, here a classic design is paired with modern upholstery.

A grey wingback chair with tall armrests, with wooden legs is a stylish idea for a modern or vintage space, here a classic design is paired with modern upholstery.

A mid-century modern chair with a dark-stained frame, armrests and legs and bright printed upholstery will make a statement with color.

A mid-century modern chair with a dark-stained frame, armrests and legs and bright printed upholstery will make a statement with color.

A classy green mid-century modern chair with wooden legs and armrests is a stylish and catchy idea to add coziness.

A classy green mid-century modern chair with wooden legs and armrests is a stylish and catchy idea to add coziness.

A lovely mid-century modern chair with a light-stained frame and legs, with leather touches and neutral upholstery.

A lovely mid-century modern chair with a light-stained frame and legs, with leather touches and neutral upholstery.

A stylish mid-century modern chair with zebra upholstery and tall legs will make a statement both with its print and design.

A stylish mid-century modern chair with zebra upholstery and tall legs will make a statement both with its print and design.

A bright mid-century modern chair with staind armrests and legs and bold turquoise upholstery is a cool idea with much color to add to your living room.

A bright mid-century modern chair with staind armrests and legs and bold turquoise upholstery is a cool idea with much color to add to your living room.

A bold and catchy purple mid-century modern chair with a pointed back and tall legs, with armrests is a stylish idea for adding color and a sharp touch with its design.

A bold and catchy purple mid-century modern chair with a pointed back and tall legs, with armrests is a stylish idea for adding color and a sharp touch with its design.

A catchy and comfy mid-century modern chair with stained legs, a frame and armrests and botanical print upholstery is a cool idea.

A catchy and comfy mid-century modern chair with stained legs, a frame and armrests and botanical print upholstery is a cool idea.

A mid-century modern to boho chair with a stained frame, armrests and legs and bright geo printed upholstery.

A mid-century modern to boho chair with a stained frame, armrests and legs and bright geo printed upholstery.

A catchy and bright mid-century modern chair with a stained frame and legs and a red seat with a red cushion and pillow is comfy and bright.

A catchy and bright mid-century modern chair with a stained frame and legs and a red seat with a red cushion and pillow is comfy and bright.

A bold red mid-century modern chair with a stained frame and legs and bold red upholstery that makes a statement with color.

A bold red mid-century modern chair with a stained frame and legs and bold red upholstery that makes a statement with color.

A white mid-century modern chair with sculptural armrests and tall metal legs is a cool and chic idea for a mid-century modern space.

A white mid-century modern chair with sculptural armrests and tall metal legs is a cool and chic idea for a mid-century modern space.

A comfy and stylish mid-century modern chair with a dark stained frame and legs and green upholstery is a cool idea.

A comfy and stylish mid-century modern chair with a dark stained frame and legs and green upholstery is a cool idea.

A bold mid-century modern chair with a rich-stained frame and legs plus bright printed upholstery will make a statement with its color and print.

A bold mid-century modern chair with a rich-stained frame and legs plus bright printed upholstery will make a statement with its color and print.

A catchy and bold mid-century modern chair with a stained frame plus bold turquoise upholstery is amazing for a modern space.

A catchy and bold mid-century modern chair with a stained frame plus bold turquoise upholstery is amazing for a modern space.

Elegant mid-century modern chairs with rich-stained frames and armrests, neutral upholstery are stylish and will add chic to the space.

Elegant mid-century modern chairs with rich-stained frames and armrests, neutral upholstery are stylish and will add chic to the space.

Comfortable navy and white chairs with denim upholstery and matching footrests are amazing and will add an informal touch.

Comfortable navy and white chairs with denim upholstery and matching footrests are amazing and will add an informal touch.

Elegant and chic mid-century modern chairs with rich-stained frames and legs and black upholstery are ideal for any mid-century modern space.

Elegant and chic mid-century modern chairs with rich-stained frames and legs and black upholstery are ideal for any mid-century modern space.

A beautiful neutral chair with a light-stained frame and legs and neutral upholstery is a cool and chic idea for a modern space.

A beautiful neutral chair with a light-stained frame and legs and neutral upholstery is a cool and chic idea for a modern space.

A brown leather egg-shaped chair with a pillow is a cool and chic idea for a modern space, it welcomes to sit in.

A brown leather egg-shaped chair with a pillow is a cool and chic idea for a modern space, it welcomes to sit in.

A catchy mid-century modern chair with a rich-stained frame and legs and a black leather back and seat is a cool and stylish idea.

A catchy mid-century modern chair with a rich-stained frame and legs and a black leather back and seat is a cool and stylish idea.

A cozy and bold blue chair with pillows is a catchy and bright idea for a mid-century modern space and its shape welcomes to sit on it.

A cozy and bold blue chair with pillows is a catchy and bright idea for a mid-century modern space and its shape welcomes to sit on it.

A mid-century modern chair with stained legs and armrests and blue upholstery is a catchy and chic idea to try.

A mid-century modern chair with stained legs and armrests and blue upholstery is a catchy and chic idea to try.

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