Mid-century modern design isn’t just a trend—it’s a legacy that’s endured for over half a century! Emerging in the post-WWII era, it introduced a bold new way of living, combining simplicity, function, and natural beauty. Shaped by movements like the Bauhaus, International Style, and Scandinavian minimalism, mid-century design emphasized clean lines, organic shapes, and purposeful materials. Designers and architects like Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, and Arne Jacobsen were instrumental in the era, pushing forward design trends that were both aesthetically pleasing and accessible to the masses. This era wasn’t just about furniture—it was a holistic approach to living that celebrated innovation, optimism, and a break from traditional design norms. Fast forward to today, and the allure of mid-century modern design continues to captivate homeowners and designers alike.

A few words our clients used to describe their dream kitchen: nothing shiny, comfort, cooking, rustic, utilitarian. Aside from the sheen on that bronze hardware, looks about right to us!

A love of bread making in this family meant they needed multiple prep areas and better storage solutions.
Eat-in kitchen - small coastal galley light wood floor and brown floor eat-in kitchen idea in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, porcelain backsplash, stainless steel appliances, no island and gray countertops

Inspiration for a coastal guest bedroom remodel in San Diego

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Inspiration for a transitional single-wall kitchen remodel in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances and gray backsplash

Bob Greenspan
Example of a mid-sized transitional master dark wood floor bedroom design in Kansas City with gray walls

Cottage home office photo in Chicago

Erika Bierman Photography
Living room - country living room idea in Los Angeles

Featured Metrie Then & Now Finishing Collection: Fashion Forward / Design: Carin L Atterbury, Surface / Builder: Pahlisch Homes
Inspiration for a transitional dining room remodel in Portland

We designed a two-cook kitchen that could truly act as a central hub for the house - but also look like it has always been there.
Example of a transitional l-shaped multicolored floor kitchen design in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, stainless steel appliances, an island, multicolored countertops, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash and subway tile backsplash

Our clients needed more space for their family to eat, sleep, play and grow. Expansive views of backyard activities, a larger kitchen, and an open floor plan was important for our clients in their desire for a more comfortable and functional home. To expand the space and create an open floor plan, we moved the kitchen to the back of the house and created an addition that includes the kitchen, dining area, and living area. A mudroom was created in the existing kitchen footprint. On the second floor, the addition made way for a true master suite with a new bathroom and walk-in closet.

Our clients needed more space for their family to eat, sleep, play and grow. Expansive views of backyard activities, a larger kitchen, and an open floor plan was important for our clients in their desire for a more comfortable and functional home. To expand the space and create an open floor plan, we moved the kitchen to the back of the house and created an addition that includes the kitchen, dining area, and living area. A mudroom was created in the existing kitchen footprint. On the second floor, the addition made way for a true master suite with a new bathroom and walk-in closet.

We planned on a full kitchen remodel for this project. Our goal was to increase countertop space, widen the working triangle, improve the lighting plan, and expand the circulation between rooms. To achieve a wider visual and functional connection from the kitchen to the dining room, we opened up the wall between the dining room and kitchen.

Our client’s goal was to connect the kitchen with the family room for ease of conversation across the room while entertaining, cooking, reading and spending time together. Our plan to connect the kitchen and family room included eliminating most of the wall between the spaces and adding a peninsula island that would serve as working space on the kitchen side, and seating on the family room side. Our design also included new lighting, new furniture, and new flooring throughout the first floor. We also remodeled the first floor powder room and second floor guest bathroom with a completely new look.

Besides the need for an aesthetic update, the plan was to increase connection between the kitchen and the living room, bringing the two main family gathering spaces together. Removing the TV cabinet made a huge difference and allowed us to reprogram some floor area from the living room to the kitchen. This opened up more space for circulation in the kitchen and therefore made room for a larger island and additional side buffet cabinets. We also added island seating, and switched the location of the sink & range for a more functional working triangle.

Bob Greenspan
Example of a small minimalist built-in desk cork floor shed design in Kansas City with white walls

Our clients were ready to take their 20+ year old home and give the design a refresh, and make their space a lot more functional for their needs. The areas in their first floor they wanted to improve were the kitchen, mudroom and pantry, dining room, living room, stairway and powder room. They wanted their space to match their fun mid-century modern style. Our design team and our clients dreamed up a plan that not only solves all of the functional issues they were dealing with, it’s also a stunning and unique space. We removed the wall in between the kitchen and dining room. We created a center island that extends and lowers to include an eat-in area. The cabinetry plan in the kitchen changed to suit their needs. We re-did the flooring throughout the first floor and installed a new fireplace. The existing laundry room got moved to the basement, making way for a mudroom and pantry space. We installed a new railing on the staircase and an art niche in the living room. The powder room got a refresh with statement wallpaper and vanity.

This picture is of a transitional living room. We love the gray walls with the pop of color throughout the room. Adding the visual interest in the draperies and valances creates a soothing space plus allows you to pull in additional colors in your accessories. We also like to layer draperies with sheers to give the customer multiple lighting and privacy options in a space. Line the draperies with our blackout liners to provide the ultimate privacy. Sheers are also important to provide UV protection on your gorgeous hard wood floors. We also like layering the valances with the roman shades. This provides a gorgeous look while giving you privacy and sun protection. We work with clients all over the country! Our virtual designers have experience as local and long distance design consultants. Our designers offer professional fabric and design recommendations, free estimates and have a great ability to communicate via email or phone to help conceptualize the project and see it through to the final stages. Fabric samples are mailed directly to you and we also provide easy installation guides. Abda Window fashions of Indianapolis has custom curtains, drapes, valances, cornices, pillows and hardware in a variety of fabrics and finishes. Curtains and drapes are great alone or paired with a hard window treatment for the ultimate fashion statement. All of our curtains, drapes, valances, cornices and pillows are custom-made from our own workroom. We also make custom bedding and upholstery. We have a huge selection of fabrics that will match any style. Our custom, affordable draperies, curtains and sheers are now available to anyone in the US. We make them in our own workroom and ship them anywhere in the US! Talk with our professional design specialists and let them help you transform your home! It’s simple and easy. This is a great solution for persons who live out of state or are too busy for a traditional home consultation. With our great reviews, solid company and company values- you know that you’re home is in great hands! We also have ready-made curtains and bedding available too! And don’t forget our custom hardware! You can also check out our houzz.com store for great window fashion products, including our exclusive bendable rods! To see our new line, contact Talitha at 317-273-8343 or email: talitha@abdawindowfashions.com or check out our houzz.com store! For our local customers we offer, FREE In-home consultation or showroom appointment to meet your lifestyle and design needs. At Abda, we have the perfect blend of high-end and affordable solutions for every style and budget. Affordable doesn’t mean cheap! We pride ourselves on quality products with excellent service. We’re so confident of our products that we give our customers more than the manufacturers guarantee! We give our customers an additional 2 year warranty on top of the manufacturers guarantee! At Abda, you will find knowledgeable staff that will turn your visions into a reality. Stop in our showroom or schedule a Free In-home consultation today! We know you will be happy with the results but don’t take our word for it, check out what some of our customers say about us on Houzz and Angie’s List! http://www.angieslist.com/companylist/us/in/indianapolis/abda-inc-custom-window-fashions-reviews-60394.htm?cid=ssabadge Why Choose Us? We have been in business since November 1998 and started in the window covering business by cleaning & repairing blinds. This gave us a unique perspective from most window covering dealers. We have always considered how well products hold up and which manufacturers stand behind their products the best. We let our clients know the benefits of more expensive products and give honest feedback. We take pride in showing alternative products to fit all budgets. Our great testamonials on Angie’s List, Houzz.com and referrals have helped our company grow without the need for “conventional” advertising. Abda means ‘servant’. At Abda, we approach every customer with a servant’s attitude. This philosophy has helped our customers feel confident in their purchases and well-taken care of. Our number one focus is customer service and we believe in putting the customer’s needs first. We offer our clients an additional 2 year warranty on top of the manufacturer’s warranty and want each and every client to be completely happy with their purchase. We’ve been awarded the prestigious 2013 Angie’s List Super Service Award, an honor bestowed annually on approximately 5 percent of all the businesses rated on the nation’s leading provider of consumer reviews. We’ve grown over the years and have added more team members to our company and we’re very excited at the direction our company is going. Check out our website for more information: www.abdawindowfashions.com Below is a list of styles and types of curtains and draperies that we can help you with. No worries if you do not find what you’re looking for below! Since we have our own workroom, the sky is the limit. There’s no project too small or large! Our design specialists are great at helping you with window treatment ideas. Stop in our showroom or call today for a FREE in-home consultation. If you’re out of state, no problem! We’re now making our custom treatments and shipping them to you! Call today (317-273-8343) for more information or email: talitha@abdawindowfashions.com Some of the styles and types: Modern curtains & draperies, Contemporary curtains & draperies, Traditional curtains & draperies, Transitional curtains & draperies, Beach Style curtains & draperies, Asian Style curtains & draperies, Eclectic curtains & draperies, Midcentury curtains & draperies, Mediterranean curtains & draperies, Farmhouse Style curtains & draperies Kitchen curtains, Living room curtains, Dining room curtians, Master Bedroom curtains, Nursery curtains, Children’s room curtains, Guest bedroom curtains, Areas that we serve for installation for curtains & draperies are listed below. (But we ship to anywhere in the US!) If you don’t see your city on the list, just give us a call and we will see what we can do. Indianapolis curtains and draperies & surrounding areas, Carmel curtains and draperies & surrounding areas, Zionsville curtains and draperies & surrounding areas Westfield curtains and draperies & surrounding areas, Avon curtains and draperies & surrounding areas, Greenwood curtains and draperies & surrounding areas,

Featured Metrie Then & Now Finishing Collections: Fashion Forward, Pretty Simple & Very Square / Photography: Elaine Mark/D & M Images / Design: Atmosphere Interior Design / Builder: Valentino Homes