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What Is Mission Style Furniture?
The Appeal of Mission Style Furniture
How to Use Mission Style Furniture Today
Life can feel busy and even chaotic at times, so curating a peaceful and simple environment in your home is a worthy design goal. Some styles promote magazine spread-worthy interiors with gleaming surfaces, ornate furniture pieces, and loud patterns while other styles—like mission style—embrace a homey and inviting aesthetic. By using wood, metal, and leather and playing the warmth of wood against cool earth tones, this style is a nod to the past for all the best reasons.
Curious about the appeal of mission furniture? Stay ahead of the comeback as we remind you why the style was a favorite then and is soon the become a favorite all over again.
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In the wake of the ornate and indulgent Victorian style, mission style emerged. The style was born out of a desire for simplicity and craftsmanship in contrast to mass-produced furniture during the rise of the Industrial Revolution.
Mission style furniture is known for straight lines and geometric shapes, exposed joinery and craftsmanship, and natural materials and finishes. The reigning material is wood.
Is mission style furniture still in style? While the style reached its peak during the ‘80s and ‘90s, the aesthetic has taken a back seat next to more comfortable, relaxing styles like farmhouse, rustic, and California casual. While mission style furnishing has a unique look, many homeowners are beginning to realize its value as installments in popular design trends such as rustic or farmhouse interior designs. Overall, mission furniture is perfect for those who want a rustic, homey feel in their homes or a touch of vintage charm.
Plus, wood furniture never goes out of style. It’s the little black dress of the design world. When you invest in a well-crafted, durable, or even handmade furniture piece made of wood, you’re choosing a piece that will last you for years to come. In many cases, mission furniture carries all these attributes.
The Appeal of Mission Style Furniture
Mission style furniture is timeless, well-made, and helps create a cozy and inviting home. Wood naturally warms a space while simple silhouettes are easy on the eyes, which also promotes a sense of peace and calm. If you’re looking to strike a balance between beauty and functionality, mission style might be the sweet spot you had forgotten.
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When to Avoid Mission Style Furniture
Of course, mission style furniture isn’t for everyone. If you’re going for a sleek and sophisticated aesthetic, the casual and rustic character of mission style furniture feels out of place. For a modern industrial design, polished wood or live edge wood is a better fit. For a glam design, you’re going to want more drama and detail the simplicity of mission style design is all but about.
How to Use Mission Style Furniture Today
Colder’s is your destination for furniture for every room, including mission style statement pieces full of charm and craft. Best of all, the style can be used in any space. Here are a few great examples.
Mission Style Living Room Furniture
Incorporating mission style furniture in your living room begins with selecting key pieces such as a solid wood coffee table, end tables, and perhaps a comfortable upholstered sofa or armchair. Enhance the cozy atmosphere with warm-toned rugs, throw pillows with geometric patterns, and ambient lighting from stained glass table lamps or pendant lights. Rustic design is the name of the game here, which is great because for living spaces where a little lived-in touch can make the space feel more inviting. Here are a couple mission style living room picks to get the look.
Best Home Furnishings Tuscan Leather High Leg Power Recliner
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This mission style furniture chair is well-crafted with a classic of wood and leather. It pairs well with a mission style sofa in leather or a neutral earth tone. You can customize its upholstery and go for a traditional look or update the leather with a modern take. This is a great example of a new take on mission style furniture offering the look with modern upgrades like power reclining.
Signature Design by Ashley Breegin 2-Piece Brown Living Room Table Set
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This pair of mission style furniture end tables are hand-finished with antiqued bronze-tone hardware for that human touch that’s quintessential to the look. The wood tone instantly warms up your space, and the shelf and drawer add storage, which is always needed in the living room. Flank these on either end of a sofa for a balanced presentation that is subtle yet effective.
⭐Featured Signature Design by Ashley Breegin Review:
“Exactly what I needed for my living room space. Fits perfectly. Finish tone works well with the rest of the furniture. Assembly was a snap!”
Mission Style Bedroom Furniture
Create a serene and harmonious bedroom retreat with mission style furniture by selecting a sturdy oak bed frame with clean lines and minimal ornamentation as the focal point. Complement it with matching nightstands and a dresser featuring simple yet elegant craftsmanship—avoid heavy carvings and embellishments, which are more akin to Victorian-age furniture. Soften the space with plush bedding and throw blankets in earthy tones, and add warmth with a handcrafted quilt or throw rug. These two picks are the perfect starting point!
Samuel Lawrence Furniture Seneca Classic Cherry Burnished Queen Panel Bed
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The wood-paneled head and footboards on this pick are quintessential mission style furniture design. Enjoy the classic warm cherry tone while the geometric shapes add visual interest without being overly ornate. For modern convenience, switch on the lights integrated into the headboard, which is great for readers or just for creating ambiance in the room with soft lighting.
Homestyles Arts & Crafts Brown Storage Bench
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Is there any better spot to place this bench then at the end of the bed or under the window to add a little extra seating and storage to your room? It’s especially great if you have a bay window, and it would also work well in an entryway or foyer as a spot to sit while you take your shoes off. We love the paneled design and wrought iron hardware along with the neutral cushion on top for a bit of comfort and softness and the two cabinet fronts that drop down to reveal spacious storage cubbies.
⭐Featured homestyles Arts & Crafts Review:
“Well engineered, made. A beautiful piece of furniture once assembled, and styling makes it compatible with existing furniture you may have. Heavy, because it is real wood and strong metal…Great value.”
Mission Style Dining Room Furniture
Transform your dining room into a welcoming gathering spot with mission-style furniture by choosing a solid wood dining table and chairs featuring classic designs and sturdy construction. Pair them with a matching buffet or sideboard for storage and display. To really capture the essence, set the table with earth-toned tableware and linens, and illuminate the space with an arts and crafts-inspired pendant light or chandelier. Handcrafted pottery, woven baskets, and botanical accents are the perfect final touches that create an inviting atmosphere for family meals and entertaining guests when paired with these picks and other pieces like them.
Progressive Furniture Southport Walnut Dining Table
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Like other mission style furniture tables, this one pays homage to wood and functionality. It features an ingenious drop leaf top design, enabling you to swing the legs inward and drop the top. If you have a small dining nook or eat-in kitchen but want more space when company is coming, this table is an excellent option, but it also has enough seating for six diners when the company is the more the merrier.
Samuel Lawrence Furniture Seneca 2-Piece Beige/Classic Cherry Burnished Upholstered Dining Side Chair Set
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These cherry-tone chairs are perfect for pairing with a wood mission style dining table. The long vertical lines along the chair backs and use of wood stay true to the mission style while the upholstered seats add a touch of softness. For a more formal setup, pair these side chairs with a set of armchairs at the head of the table for a presentation that amazes every time.
Mission Style Office Furniture
Design a functional and inspiring home office with mission style furniture by selecting a spacious desk crafted from solid wood with clean lines and ample storage options. Pair it with a comfortable yet stylish chair upholstered in leather or fabric for long hours of productivity. Organize your workspace with mission style bookcases or shelving units to display books, files, and decorative items. Enhance the ambiance with task lighting and natural elements such as potted plants or botanical prints to promote focus and creativity in your work environment, which would look good on this stylish exceutive desk.
Homestyles Arts & Crafts Brown Executive Desk
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This mission style furniture desk embraces the warm feel of wood and classic craftsmanship with paneled drawer fronts, slightly flared legs, and vertical planks on the side. The drawers provide storage for office items while the center drawer drops open to use as a keyboard tray or storage cubby. Style it with a wooden chair, upholstered chair, or leather chair, and accessorize with earth tones for a cool and laid-back workspace setting.
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Known for craftsmanship, geometric lines, and classic finishes, mission style furniture is not only a simple style to incorporate into your home, but it’s also one has proven its lasting appeal. With a wide selection of stylish and affordable furniture, Colder’s Appliance is your local “mission style furniture near me” solution furniture in the Milwaukee area. Whether you want to tackle updating one room or your whole home, shop our collection online or in-store today.
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How to update mission style furniture?
You could update mission style furniture with a modern stain or paint and contemporary accessories, or you could mix it with pieces from other design styles for a fresh look.
When was mission style furniture popular?
Mission style became popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, but it’s a classic style that has remained popular over the years.
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