This very happening look is everywhere today. It is important to keep your mid-century looking modern though. This look is a nod to the 50's not a reenactment of them. With contemporary accessories and fresh colors, you will achieve a more current style. F or the full article, r ead my guest blog, CREATING A CONTEMPORARY, MID-CENTURY MODERN LOOK AT HOME , that I wrote for the Washington Post's Apartment Showcase blog! Love, NAFASI Flickr: Creative Commons