Design History

Ever wondered where the Mid-Century Modern movement came from? Or maybe what Art Deco is and why is everyone obsessed with it? In our Design History series, we chat with Modsy’s resident VP of Style and Design Historian, Alessandra Wood, and explore topics on historical design movements and trends.

Design Movements to Know: What is Bauhaus Design?

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Love a good lesson in design history? Well, you’ve come to the right place. At Modsy, we love ...

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Sofa vs Couch: What’s the Difference? (And Why We Call It a Sofa)

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We often get asked about the difference between a sofa and a couch. “Is that a sofa or a couch? ...

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Movements to Know: Chatting With a Design Historian About the Memphis Design Movement

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When you think of interior and graphic design from the 1980s, what comes to mind? Geometric ...

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What Do Our Homes Look Like Now? 5 Ways We Think COVID-19 Will Impact Interior Design

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2020 was a year of major changes for our homes. Home offices were booming, multi-use spaces ...

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A Simple Guide to Adding Feng Shui to Your Home

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Feng Shui. You’ve probably heard of it. But do you really know what it means? It can feel like ...

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Celebrating Women’s History Month with a Spotlight on a Few of Our Favorite Interior Designers

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March is Women’s History Month—so we thought it was the perfect opportunity to shine a light on ...

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Celebrating Black History Month: 10 Black Interior Designers You Should Follow

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The interior design community has long had a diversity problem. When you look at lists of ...

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Design History: Celebrating 100 Years of Art Deco Design

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You may or may not follow trends—but they probably show up in your life (or your Instagram ...

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Design History Spotlight: The Cultural Origins of the Bachelor Pad in the Mid-Century

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How the mid-century bachelor pad challenged and informed gender norms of the time. This post is ...

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The 80s Are Back: Here’s How Designers Are Styling With 1980s Decor Influences

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We have some exciting interior design news: The 80s are back! But don’t worry—only the good ...

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