Inspired Design: Art Deco Inspired Interiors

From its outset, Art Deco was influenced by the bold geometric forms of Cubism and the Vienna Secession; the bright colors of Fauvism and of the Ballets Russes; the updated craftsmanship of the furniture of the eras of Louis Philippe I and Louis XVI…

From its outset, Art Deco was influenced by the bold geometric forms of Cubism and the Vienna Secession; the bright colors of Fauvism and of the Ballets Russes; the updated craftsmanship of the furniture of the eras of Louis Philippe I and Louis XVI; and the exotic styles of China and Japan, India, and Persia.

The main characteristics of Art Deco are

Smooth wall surface.

Sharp edged, linear appearance.

Stylized decorative elements using geometrical forms, zigzags, chevrons.

Low relief decorative panels.

Stepped or set back front facade.

Strips of windows with decorative spandrels.

Reeding and fluting around doors and windows.

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Oak Desk After Ruhlmann
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Cabinet in Amaranth
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Lombard King Bed
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Lombard King Bed
$8,800.00
Atlantique Armchair
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Gaylord Sofa
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Gaylord Sofa
$7,200.00
Deco Game Table After Ruhlmann
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