Today on Mirror80, it’s grid mania. Yes, grid mania! This popular ’80s motif is back in a big way. But before we get caught up in the current grid revival, let’s take a look back at some images from the decade of decadence–pics that reveal just how grids played out in the world of retro design. Above we see a photo from Tumblr fave DRY DOCK SHOP, originally pictured in The Complete Book of Home Design by Mary Gilliatt. Below is an image that proves grids go well with black leather, chrome and ’80s electronics…
Ready for a grid montage?! Grids and computers are the perfect pairing, especially when dark colors or stark white tones are involved. And don’t get us started on the beauty of grids in the kitchen! The images below (clockwise from the left) come from Retrodust, DRY DOCK SHOP and Terence Conran’s New House Book (as featured at Zonkout):
Here’s another image from the well-sourced Tumblr Zonkout. This photo proves that Memphis design and grid flooring are a perfect fit. Not that there was ever a doubt…
And if you want to see some pics from our latest fashion shoot, set against the backdrop of ’80s office buildings, click here. The gridded tights are from American Apparel.
Would you add a grid motif to your kitchen? Living room? Home office? Share your thoughts in the comments below…
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