Mid-century modern furniture in Toronto

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Ray and Charles Eames, Arne Jacobsen, Henry Bertoia – these are names that most represent the mid-century modern movement in furniture. They’re renowned for their visionary work and futuristic philosophies, and these Toronto shops are your best bets for resurrecting their gloried past.

Queen West Antique Center

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1605 Queen St W, Toronto ON M6R 1A9

Antique shops are among the best places to scout around for hidden treasures. If you take your time, are patient and persistent and visit regularly, you may eventually walk away with an extraordinary bargain or rare find. The prices for mid-century modern pieces are a bit more reasonable than most, and they have a sell-back option if you have any furniture you need to unload.

Guff

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1 Davies Ave, Toronto ON M4M 2A6

This Leslieville store is truly a neighbourhood favourite for many reasons: the staff is extremely knowledgeable about the details of each piece, inventory is posted online and updated frequently and they’ll buy your mid-century furniture if you’re looking to sell. While the store is a bit on the small side, the space is well-utilized and furniture is organized and easy to find. As well, they have their own line of furniture if you’re looking for an original piece.

Mjolk

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2959 Dundas St W, Toronto ON M6P 1Z2

This Junction store is part gallery, part retail store, which makes it fertile ground if you’re stuck for home decor ideas. The furniture pieces are absolutely gorgeous, with each piece having its own distinct personality and presence. Whether you’re looking for an artsy Naba coat stand, a super comfy Stingray rocking chair or a whole collection of pieces, you can find it here. The online catalogue is a good place to start.

Inabstracto

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1160 Queen St W, Toronto ON M6J 1J5

This is Toronto’s hidden gem selection when it comes to mid-century modern furniture. Those who know it love it a lot, and those who aren’t familiar with it will love it the first time they see it. Collector Kate Eisen and artist/designer partner Julie Jenkinson have amassed an impressive collection of furniture from Scandinavia, Europe, the U.S. and Canada.

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From locally made fashion to custom jewellery, you’ll find what you’re looking for with a stroll down Ossington Avenue – and enough fab stores for a second trip. The strip is city-renowned for being one of the hottest streets for one-off fashion finds and accessories, international designers, and home décor bliss. [Image credit: iStock.com/ozgurcankaya]
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