Art Deco Textiles

To add mega-Deco-glamour to your own home, incorporate these classic Art Deco textiles and fabric trends.

Art Deco Carpet

Geometric, angular design
Pick one large piece to be your Art Deco textile 'statement' piece or focal point. A large Chinese Art Deco rug, window coverings or an ultra-glam bed spread could be the jumping off point for the rest of your room. Choose a fabric with a repeating, symmetrical geometric design to achieve that classic Deco look. Zigzags, chevrons, sunbursts and Egyptian symbols are characteristic of the Art Deco period.

Art Deco Geometric Area Rug

Ruby Red Vinyl Art Deco Chair
Art Deco Textiles - Chair in Ruby Red Vinyl

Bold, bright colours
If a graphic statement piece is a bit too much for you, keep it simple with one solid colour, but make it BOLD. Classic Art Deco textile colours are ruby, turquoise, emerald and canary. Upholster your couch in a brilliant red or add a dramatic peacock blue carpet to your room - instant Deco drama.

Streamlined, monochromatic colours
If the first two options intimidate you; keep it simple with a subtle, monochromatic colour scheme. Art Deco style was minimal, streamlined and futuristic. Use cool, sleek fabrics like leather, vinyl and silk in icy-cool or neutral tones like shimmery champagne, muted cobalt blue or gunmetal grey. Feel free to use one shade liberally throughout your room to achieve an upscale, Deco-hotel feel.

Monochromatic Art Deco Apartment

Metallic accents
Whether your preference runs toward silver or gold, adding a bit of either into your room will give your room that lavish, luxe, über-rich Deco look. An ultra modern way to achieve this is through Art Deco wallpaper. For example, choose a monochromatic, cream coloured wallpaper with a subtle gold-etched geometric design weaved throughout, and violà! - Deco dream come true.

Art Deco Wallpaper - Gold Art Deco Wallpaper - Silver

Zebra prints

A huge Art Deco trend was zebra print. Incorporating a zebra rug or zebra upholstered club chair into your decor will add a touch of Deco whimsy and glamour to any home.
Faint of heart? No problem, adding just a touch of zebra, perhaps just a small throw pillow, will do the trick as well.

Art Deco Interior Design
Learn about the key elements of Art Deco Interior Design.

Art Deco Furniture
Art Deco furniture is the epitome of sexy! Glamorous mirrors, glossy woods, slick metal finishes, lush leathers, jewel tones and exotic embellishments are all characteristic of Art Deco style furniture. Learn more here.

Art Deco Lighting
A simple (but not always inexpensive!) way to add some Deco drama to your own fab pad is to slip in some ultra-glamorous Art Deco light fixtures.

Art Deco Bathrooms
Art Deco bathrooms were all about streamlined luxury with a touch of glamour and whimsy. Here are some classic Art Deco bathroom ideas and designs...

Art Deco Bedroom
Only the finest quality materials were used in Art Deco bedroom furniture. Discover the classic characteristics of Art Deco Bedrooms...

Art Deco Wall Clock
Incorporating an elegant and timeless (pun intended!) Art Deco wall clock is a quick and easy way to achieve a Deco-inspired room.

Chinese Art Deco Rugs
Discover the key characteristics of Chinese Art Deco Rugs. Also tips for finding and choosing an Art Deco Rug.

Art Deco Wallpaper
Art Deco Wallpapers are a great way to add luxury and glamour to your home. Here are the the classic Art Deco Wallpaper Design characteristics

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