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Pink Is In
This stunning vintage white sofa with its sleek Seventies curves gets an injection of 2019 cool with a design-forward pink wall color.
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The 2019 Cool Collective trend blends design-forward minimalism with a retro sensibility.
This stunning vintage white sofa with its sleek Seventies curves gets an injection of 2019 cool with a design-forward pink wall color.
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This antique console radio and vintage-look Crosley turntable show the appeal of mixing vintage and new, fresh technologies with retro style to attain the Cool Collective look.
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Designer Massucco Warner Miller chose terrazzo, concrete mixed with small bits of recycled glass, to create a sea-glass-inspired, eco-friendly kitchen backsplash in this Cool Collective kitchen that exemplifies that style's emphasis on color, a playful vibe and a Scandi feel.
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Mod, fun, these color-blocked vintage lockers are a great way to hide clutter in style in this Decatur, Georgia home. The blend of old and new and juicy pastels is in keeping with a Cool Collective look.
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It's all about design-savvy comfort in the modern Cool Collective home. The Verner Panton chairs and the upholstered settee not only makes for comfortable seating, but for an approachable dining experience in what is a typically formal space.
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Modern pink chairs add a midcentury vibe to this dining area while also picking up the millennial pink tones in the custom painting from artist Celery Jones. Shades of pink retain their hip-factor into 2019.
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This contemporary white living room features a heavily tufted gray sofa and ottoman on a large blue area rug with colorful artwork adorning the walls. The mix of sensuous curves and chalky pastels mean Cool Collective is in the house.
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This sitting area features peach walls, a contemporary gray chair, a hexagonal shelf system, a gallery wall and a fluffy white area rug when blend pleasing texture and design-forward shapes.
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A banquette pairs with curved contemporary dining chairs for comfortable seating around the custom-made soapstone dining table. A Danish chandelier lightens up the space and brings in Scandinavian flair.
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A delicate shade like millennial pink lends itself beautifully to fabrics of all types, but it looks especially modern on style like Clarke & Clarke’s “Biarritz,” a linen/viscose mix with a matte look and a soft, laid-back hand that’s suitable for both drapery and upholstery.
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This contemporary blue armchair features distinctive curved arms and channels a midcentury modern vibe. Part of Cool Collective's appeal is a marriage of new style and nostalgic design references.
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Contemporary art in pastel shades anticipate and echo the color scheme of the small peach-colored bathroom ahead.
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The swoop and curve of this lovely midcentury modern coffee table is highlighted by the room's pale gray sectional and window walls.
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The curved green sofa sets the stage for the room’s modern style, but also offers plenty of practical seating. The log-wrapped coffee table adds a touch of nature and makes for a wonderful conversation piece. A traditional-style side chair is paired with a minimalist side table. A large photograph—the perfect medium for the modern Cool Collective look—a tall vase of greens and a few accessories add the perfect finishing touches.
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A thin black-and-white striped rug layered over a jute rug works to ground the round coffee table in this small living space. A navy blue velvet sofa with a trio of different patterned pillows pairs with a skinny midcentury modern end table to complete the stylish and sophisticated design.
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A blue accent wall in the perfect Cool Collective chalky tone, acts as a colorful focal point in this midcentury-modern living room. A low, round table centers the sitting area while displaying stylish knickknacks.