Art Deco

Defintion: A popular design style of the the 1920's and 1930's characterized especially by bold outlines, Geometric and zig zag forms, and the use of new materials. Art Deco is derived from the the 1925 Paris exposition of decorative arts. The term Art deco became widely used in the late 1960's . Back to Home Decorating Furniture

Paintings – countless varieties,styles,
designs to match your contemporary, retro, elegant, art deco ,etc. tastes. The paintings should have a central theme and match the rest of the décor. Light and cheery paintings sport a more cheerful mood than dreary antique ones.

Wallpaper – very expensive and time consuming to put up but can be a worthwhile investment as long as you do it for yourself and not to add value to the home. Trendy and classic wallpapering can complement the rest of the décor but stay away from extremes, as wallpapering is very hard to remove.

Colors – people enjoy a change once in a while and a colorful wall that’s in good taste brings out the rest of the decoration and design of art deco. Just remember to stick with earth tones or light colors unless it’s for a kid’s room.

Mirrors – extravagant mirrors in the master bathroom can kick up the feel of your home up a notch. A few mirrors strategically placed in the rest of the house can also be very trendy and eye- catching. Remember that the frame is crucial – pick something to match your theme and style.

Curtains – curtains are a must unless you have some very trendy blinds. Just make sure your curtains match throughout the house. Curtains can make a big dent in your wallet, especially if you choose custom made designs and tailoring over preset styles available at Sears, Macy’s, and the likes.

Edges – edges around the doors and windows nicely complement your wall coloring, coverings, and decorations. They are not a big hassle to put up and it’s a very wise investment. Just make sure they are discrete and do not detract from the rest of your gorgeous house!

Portraits – pictures bring back memories and those are the priceless things we remember at the end of the day. Professional portraits, vacation photos, and even "fun" goofy shots all bring a personality to your house, which truly makes it your home!