Art Deco
Art Deco is the design movement that took the Roaring ‘20s by storm. Imagine the world of Jay Gatsby and the lavish parties he hosted. One of the main characteristics of the interior design style of that particular Gilded Age is geometric shapes, patterns, and shiny objects in many finishes. Art deco has lots of gilded details on furniture and fixtures as well as bold rich colors in jewel tones such as teal, green, royal and deep blue, purple, and gold. The curved sweeping lines of chairs and sofas covered in velvet textures paired with refined table bases and legs to create the elegance of the 1920s. A trademark of the Art Deco style is revealed in decorative ceiling mold tiling and incredible graphic patterned floor tiles. These types of detailed tile floors, artwork, wallpaper in dramatic patterns and bold colors are surprisingly making a comeback.
The trend the past few years has been leaning towards minimalism including lots of beiges, white kitchens, neutrals, wood, and stone. We are beginning to see it swing towards maximalism again with richer colors and design elements. In architecture, the Art Deco style relies heavily on industrial elements such as concrete, steel and stucco. These materials aren’t just used in construction - they are also showcased as main elements in the design of a space.
Art Deco revolves around optimism and industrial design with high anticipation and confidence in the future. It can be summed up as avant-garde. Art Deco in the ‘20s wasn’t just about glamorous colors and fun patterns, it was a lifestyle; a rosy view of the world that gave everyone permission to celebrate life in the “here-and-now.”
Interior design isn’t just about making a house, lobby entrance, or common area pretty; it’s also about creating a functional,
inviting, and comfortable space. The home reflects our personality. Whether it’s a reflection of an individual’s personal expression or a property owner or association portraying how people may want their community to appear and feel, our homes are an extension of who we are. How we design and decorate within our own walls shapes our mood, affects, and influences our outlook on life.
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As the world dealt with isolation and numerous hours inside during the pandemic, that experience did help people identify what makes them happy in their home and gave them extra time to make changes. Homes became offices, classrooms, restaurants, and entertainment centers during this time and creating new spaces was a top priority. Design of a space directly affects your mental health. An inviting, calming, visually pleasing physical space equals a calm supported mental space. Establishing the feel of a particular room, giving a sense of fluidity with movement patterns and distance between furniture can impact how you feel in a space. The most important step to welcoming a positive vibe is to make sure nothing blocks it, so declutter to have a clean, clear space which leads to a focused mind.
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