Younger buyers turn away from mid-century modern furniture

The Sansasyonel - International (English) · Oct 29, 2026 · 1m

Mid-century modern furniture is coming under fire from younger generations, particularly as it becomes closely linked with millennials. Vintage dealer Laura Budds says the trend has reached its peak and is now on the decline. To adapt to shifting tastes, she has broadened her business offerings, catering to younger clients who are moving away from spaces dominated by mid-century items. According to Budds, Gen Z consumers aren’t as tied to specific periods or designers, and are willing to mix older antiques with whimsical pieces. The design style, which became popular between the 1940s and…