Everything You Need to Know About: Art Deco Furniture

What is Art Deco?

Art Deco has become an increasingly popular style again for quite some time. It first appeared in the 1920s and reached its peak popularity by the 1940s, affecting many areas within the art world. Art Deco has influenced architecture, furniture, interior design, visual arts, jewellery and even transport design.

Bold forms and colours

Art Deco furniture’s main characteristics are solid lines and the use of rich woods. Moreover, symmetrical shapes and a buoyant mood are often used to reflect the luxurious pre-war period. Art Deco reached its peak by the 1940s but was abrupted by the Great Depression. However, Art Deco became popular again in the U.S. in the 1960s, not surprisingly carrying forward its luxurious elegance, requiring expensive materials and outstanding craftsmanship.

Balance is key

Art Deco’s characteristics are hard to miss once you know what to look for. We are surrounded by Art Deco buildings worldwide, such as the Empire State Building in New York, the Metro-Minerva Theatre at Potts Point and the Anzac Memorial in Hyde Park, Sydney. But enough of the art class, if you want to add character, distinct style or a centrepiece, Art Deco furniture is a perfect choice. Let’s look at how to identify and source Art Deco furniture and the easiest ways to embed them into your home décor to add a spice of character.

Art Deco being present in your home in 2022

There are various ways to introduce Art Deco into your home without upgrading every area of your property and still add a touch of glamour. Read on for tips on how to add Art Deco to your modern Australian homes.

A mix of vintage furniture and contemporary pieces creates a perfect balance. Art Deco's strong curvy silhouette characteristics fit in very well with the modern, contemporary style as they often have similarities within the forms.

Geometric shapes and dark bold colours

Start by bringing in the larger pieces, such as mirrors and sofas and then artwork and lamps, depending on what type of furniture and pieces you are introducing. You can have a touch of Art Deco look by just focusing on using colours in each piece. For example, gold is a statement colour; if that’s your taste, you can easily source furniture with golden legs. Commonly used materials are wood, steel, bakelite plastic and glass. The Art Deco drinks trolleys are pretty famous for their interesting shape and, not least, their actual function, and there are plenty of different types you can choose online for a touch of style.

Where to source Art Deco furniture from

Living Styles has a great offer on Art Deco furniture pieces. Adding even one or two can lift the decor within your living room, where you and your visitors spend most of the time. Not all Art Deco furniture has to be vintage. Nowadays, you can find plenty of remakes similar to the original that still offer unique elegance. As Art Deco has been making a comeback in recent years, it is easy to come across it in many decor or home design shops. Temple and Webster have a great collection of Art Deco pieces from mirrors and lamps to golden drinks trolleys – even just one subtle or a bigger statement piece can create an exciting design in your home.

Geometric art

The characteristics of Art Deco include simple patterns which are geometric and symmetric as well as repetitious. There are many ways to introduce modern Art Deco glamour into your current home without giving up your contemporary style and feeling like you have stepped back into the 1920s. For example, if you are complimenting your space with mirrors, look for floral, curved, starburst or fan shapes which are Art Deco characteristics. Whatever way you choose to design, Art Deco always comes back to bold, even in colours. Think gold, deep navy tones, blush pinks and blacks.

If you are considering selling your home, the simpler the style of your home is, the more relatable it will be for the buyer. If you are unclear on how to style your property for sale, it’s always best to speak to a professional stylist who can give you the best advice.

Modern and minimal

If you are in doubt - speak to a professional stylist

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If you are selling your home soon and require styling, feel free to reach out to us. We’ll be happy to assist with any questions you may have. We offer partial styling, keeping some of your furniture and providing the rest from our collection. We also provide complete styling for your furnishings.

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