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Peaking in popularity during the 1920s and early 1930s, the art deco style of decorating focused on glamour and opulence – as much form as function. As the Great Depression worsened, art deco’s popularity only increased. This style of furniture and décor is the embodiment of the Roaring Twenties. It’s suave, sophisticated, and elegant, embraced by forward thinkers. If you love bold, flashy jewellery … if you’ve ever dressed as a flapper for Halloween … or you have a longstanding love affair with chrome, then you should be looking for art deco furniture for sale in Melbourne. Here are some tips for pulling off this fabulous look.
Evocative Lighting
When it comes to decorating in the art deco style, the mood is everything. Layered lighting is a great way to create the atmosphere you want. Sconces and lamps that beam light straight up or down add to the futuristic (for its era) feel of art deco. Think shiny, polished materials such as brass and chrome – bonus points for finding fixtures that cast light in geometric patterns.
Strong Geometry
Speaking of geometric patterns, these shapes are arguably art deco’s signature element. Stepped designed, angular patterns and bold curves highlight the style you’re after; steer clear of dainty or fussy patterns or shapes. To get an idea of the look to emulate, think of a 1930s theatre marquee. Use bold accent colours to add visual cohesion and a stunning interplay of angles.
Sleek Surfaces
As a style with an eye to the future, art deco is all about shine. Glam up your decor with lacquer, polished metal and wood, glossy paint, and lots of glass and mirrors. Take the look to the next level with imitation shagreen (a leather-like material made from shark or ray skin). The imitation versions on the market come very close to the look of the real thing without animal cruelty concerns. Anything slick and gleaming will fit right in with your art deco room.
Black and White
Go for the iconic art deco palette: black and white. This combination is classic and timeless with an inherent drama that’s perfect for this style of décor. Combine it with shine for a dazzling interior. If you want to add a splash of colour, go for bright colours such as peacock blue, regal purple, or golden yellow in restrained quantities. Limit colours to one or two against a black and white or mostly-gray backdrop to keep true to art deco’s minimalist attitude.
Looking for art deco lighting or art deco chairs in Melbourne, or perhaps a whole houseful of great art décor furniture and homewares? CLU Living has you covered. Even if you live in a small space, you can put your best style foot forward with the right furniture including sofas, chairs, beds, tables, entertainment cabinets, and anything else you need – even art deco lighting in Melbourne. We have all this for sale and more at CLU, where we strive to make it easy to transform small, dull spaces into stylish works of art. Contact CLU today to get started on your very own art deco interior.
