“Good Design” was a concept that first appeared in the 1930s and then ushered design through the mid-century. It’s essentially what you think of when you think of mid-century  design: Charles and Ray Eames, Hans Wegner, clean lines, interesting new uses of materials.

You can see a great selection at MoMA’s exhibit titled “What Was Good Design? MoMA’s Message 1944-1956.” The exhibit includes some odd, surprising household items as well as the iconic pieces you’d expect. It’s on until November 30.

http://www.moma.org/visit/calendar/exhibitions/958