1. ADORN WALLS WITH DECORATIVE PANELING
Most classic interior design styles have architectural details that feel core to the aesthetic. In an Art Deco living room, decorative wall paneling is a great way to introduce an err of decadence that feels on-trend.
2. PADDED FURNITURE AND UPHOLSTERY
Art Deco design exudes a sense of luxury, so introducing furniture that looks high-end and feels comfortable is key. 'The second way to add Art Deco style would be in the soft furnishings themselves. Upholstery would feature channeled lines of padding, either vertical or horizontal or undulating concentric lines,' explains Penny Drue Baird.
3. ADD GEOMETRIC PATTERNS
Geometric patterns and designs are something no Art Deco living room would be complete without. From wallpaper ideas and paneling to rugs and throw pillows, try to introduce a geometric design somewhere in the space as a nod to the design style.
4. INTRODUCE ART AND SCULPTURAL DECOR
Although geometric patterns might be the first design element you think of when it comes to Art Deco design, there are other decorative details that offer a nod to the aesthetic.
5. OPT FOR SOFT LIGHTING
Living room lighting plays an important role in any style of space – in an Art Deco living room, lean towards softer lighting. Include brass sconces that cast the light down the walls, and ceiling lights that highlight the architectural details in a room.
'Lighting is key,' says Eddie Maestri, principal architect and creative director at Maestri Studio. 'The soft lit ceiling coves of Art Deco style are definitely back. Symmetry is key, as is statement lighting with period nods,' he adds.
6. LOOK FOR FURNITURE WITH A CURVED PROFILE
Living room designs rely on the furniture in them – from sofas and accent chairs to coffee tables and sideboards, they all play a big part when creating a successful scheme. As such, the furniture you introduce to an Art Deco living room can make all the difference to the overall aesthetic.
7. DECORATE WITH GREEN HUES
Art Deco style has a distinct color palette. Glamor and decadence are at its core, so decorate with jewel tones and deeper hues for a dramatic, yet elevated finish. 'Art Deco style is a sleek, but glamorous design style that often includes bold lines, intricate geometric patterns, high-gloss finishes, and saturated colors,' says Arianna Barone, Color Marketing Manager at Benjamin Moore.
8. BLEND VINTAGE CHARM WITH OPULENT STYLE
It will probably come as no surprise that a successful Art Deco living room is one that blends vintage pieces with those more opulent, decorative elements. This helps to prevent a scheme from feeling too new and shiny while offering a nod to the style's roots.