Art Deco Style

If you could sit back and transport yourself  to the mid 1920s, you would be right at the start of the Art Deco Craze. It is characterized by geometric motifs, bold colors, curved forms, and synthetic materials, such as plastic. This decorating style appeared in the 1960s for a period as well. Decorating your house in an art deco style is easier than you might think. Wallpaper covered the walls of many homes for years before taking a backseat to paint, but that has all changed. Wallpaper is now back in our homes as an accent or feature piece for many homes. Choose an Art Deco style wallpaper to create a feature wall with great geometric shapes.  You can achieve the Art Deco style you are looking for without replacing all of the furniture. However, if you do want to replace your furniture for a more permanent change, look for pieces that speak function and art. They will have curved bodies or sometimes hard geometric lines. Another option without replacing everything is to choose deco style lamps. Lamps that have nice geometric patterns on the bases and shades work perfectly to bring in color and design. Stained glass pieces with art deco designs are also a good way to add interest to windows without drapes. If you do want drapes for your home in an art deco style, it isn't so much about the design of the fabric but how it is pleated. Grand swags and jabots hang on windows and ornate tiebacks are also a feature. Small accent pieces can also bring in the art deco style. Clocks, frames, and mirrors can also give you the art deco style without changing your whole room. For more art deco style ideas, checkout our Pinterest board. If you are willing and ready to change your style, it is really only a few clicks away.