You can first decorate the living room in the art deco style, because this main room, and she herself looks the most presentable and respectable. Everything in this style is designed to emphasize the status of the interior.

Black and white - basic color scheme art deco is always relevant. Along with using the contrasting principle of color combinations, colors that are similar in gamut are also used. In this case, much attention is paid to textiles, lighting and decor. It can also be decorated in beige and golden tones, which will be emphasized favorably by the shine of mirrors and crystal.

The living room is dominated by large leather armchairs and a sofa. Furniture should look respectable and expensive. Not suitable for upholstery faux leather, but you can use expensive thick fabric. The soft group is usually complemented by a tea table with glass, marble or wooden surface.

Since the space is filled with exclusive bright objects, the walls are only a background that highlights them favorably. The walls are made plain, sometimes decorated with patterned panels. The finishing may include plaster, natural stone or matte paint.

Multi-level, suspended, with beautiful stucco molding and lighting - any of these ceilings can be in the art deco style. It is usually decorated with a large chandelier, around which there is a patterned rosette in the shape of a circle. If the ceilings in the room are not high enough, they are decorated with mirror panels.

For the design of a living room in the art deco style, furniture with simple and comfortable shapes is suitable. It can be equipped with chrome legs, a high headboard, inlay and patina.

Art objects such as paintings, sculptures, and painted vases are used as accessories. Beautiful sconces, floor lamps, chandeliers not only decorate the ceilings and walls, but also illuminate the entire space, emphasizing the shine of mirrors, marble and wood.

All photos In the photo: Interior of an apartment in the Art Deco style with a partition

The interior of a small apartment in the Art Deco style in the photo is designed in a studio format. Creamy milky bedroom with a royal headboard thanks to glossy sliding partitions coffee shade, easily isolated from the common space. Guests sitting on a cozy sofa near the fireplace may not even suspect that a relaxation room is hidden behind the mirrored wall.

2. Music salon in art deco style. Photo 2018-2019

All photos In the photo: Interior of an Art Deco villa in Spain

Marble steps ending with an illuminated podium, a wide table with chairs in the shape of flower petals, a grand piano with a raised lid, dozens of included chandeliers, sconces and lights - it seems that in the interior of a villa in Spain everything has frozen in anticipation of a rich holiday, where celebrities will inevitably gather, and Hollywood divas will flirt with producers to the accompaniment of tunes from old black and white films. Columns extending upward and zoning with the help of furniture help organize a huge studio space. Such a spacious living-dining room will allow you to organize not only modest family celebrations at home, but also entire banquets.

3. Partitions in the interior of a house in the art deco style

All photos In the photo: Bedroom interior with living room in art deco style

The studio space of an art deco style cottage can be divided into functional areas using a partition. It is this solution that designer Anzhelika Prudnikova resorts to in the interior in the photo. Here, a partition equipped with columns with mirror inserts and an illuminated installation decorated with decor in the shape of large white petals draws the line between the bedroom and the living room.

4. Dome vault in art deco interior design

All photos In the photo: Interior of an attic living room in the art deco style

The geometry of the Art Deco style interior in the photo turned out to be original due to the non-standard configuration attic room. By installing stylish designer sofas, armchairs and lamps along the radial perimeter of the attic, Anzhelika Prudnikova was able to build an entire art gallery. Only instead of paintings, here you can admire the views from the panoramic windows and film frames. The design of the dome ceiling vault is inspired by luxurious flower arrangements. And where else, if not in the art deco style, can we imagine such a ceiling?

5. Columns in the interior of the living room in the art deco style

All photos In the photo: Living room interior in art deco style with a column

The interior of the apartment in the photo is built according to the principle of a studio. In addition to the bar counter, which, perhaps, in no other style looks as organic as in art deco, a mirror column helps to conditionally divide the space into zones. Fireplace, indoor trees with white flowers, expensive massive chandelier, stylish designer lamps, decor in the form of crystal balls on legs - all these elements enhance the luxury of the interior composition. This apartment is conducive to a bohemian lifestyle and social gatherings.

6. Enfilade principle in an art deco style interior

All photos In the photo: Interior of a dining room with a kitchen in the art deco style

The enfilade principle always helps to complicate and enrich the geometry of space. The interiors of adjacent rooms complement each other. In the interior design in the Art Deco style in the photo, the beige kitchen on the living room side is decorated with columns in the shape of torches and partitions with a round ornament. The enfilade of the composition is enhanced by repeating chandeliers.

Features of interior decoration in the art deco style

The Art Deco style, which is essentially eclectic, draws inspiration from ethnic interiors, and in history. Therefore, it is extremely difficult to imagine the monopoly dominance of any finishing material or texture here. As a rule, an Art Deco style interior is based on harmonious combination expensive invoices: natural stone, glossy tiles, embossed wallpaper, reptile skin. Mirrors, which are often decorated with bevels and patterns, are welcome in the decoration of such interiors.

7. Illuminated onyx in an art deco style interior

All photos In the photo: Illuminated onyx in the design of a living room in the Art Deco style

One of the characteristic features of Art Deco style interiors is the finishing made of natural stone. In addition to marble, illuminated onyx is also often found here, creating an atmosphere of luxury and comfort. Countertops and cabinet doors can be finished with onyx. In Art Deco interiors it is often used to decorate bar counters. A wall panel made of illuminated onyx can be complemented with mirror inserts, divided into narrow strips using a bevel.

8. Pilasters in the interior of an office in the Art Deco style

All photos In the photo: Pilasters in the interior of an office in the art deco style

The use of columns is typical not only for interiors in a classical style. Art Deco also adopts this element of architecture, but in a lighter interpretation. Columns with orders in Art Deco are replaced by laconic pilasters, which can decorate both cabinet furniture and walls. In the interior of the office in the photo, pilasters divide the wall into segments, one of which is decorated with a beveled mirror, and the other with a textured floral pattern with mirror inserts.

9. Onyx, mosaic tiles and LEDs

All photos In the photo: “Marine” bathroom in art deco style

In a relatively small bathroom space, visually expanded due to the alignment mirror corridor, several are combined at once finishing materials. The wall with a fixed mirror is finished with illuminated onyx, which in combination with blue mosaic tiles creates contrast. The glossy floor is stylized to resemble the surface of the sea. In such a shower you will feel no worse than in a house built on stilts in the Maldives, where through the glass floor you can observe the life of marine inhabitants.

10. Black tiles with gold floral patterns in the bathroom

All photos In the photo: Black tiles in the interior of a bathroom in the art deco style

Black and gold are one of the most popular color combinations in Art Deco interiors. Therefore, there is no doubt that large dark tiles with a gold pattern will harmoniously fit into a design project that gravitates toward this style direction. The panel of black tiles in the interior of the Art Deco style bathroom in the photo is framed on both sides by medium-sized tiles reminiscent of film.

11. Finishing with reptile skin in an art deco style interior

All photos In the photo: Art Deco dressing room design with reptile skin trim

We all understand very well how highly valued items made from reptile skin are. Only people from high society can usually afford to own an exclusive crocodile handbag. Therefore, it is not surprising that art deco, which focuses on luxury, often turns to reptile skin finishing.

12. Wall panels made of mirrors and expensive dark woods

All photos In the photo: Art Deco style dining room interior with mirrored wall panels

An art deco style interior involves a variety of finishing materials and decorative solutions. Here you are unlikely to limit yourself simple wallpaper. Most likely, the decoration of the walls will require shining panels of beveled mirrors framed by golden frames and moldings, which will form a harmonious duet with the luxurious decoration of the walls made of lacquered zebrawood wood.

13. Frescoes and wallpaper with a pattern in an art deco style interior

All photos In the photo: The interior of the dining room in the dining room in the Art Deco style with a fresco

The interior of the lush dining room in the photo above fully justifies the eclectic approach characteristic of Art Deco. Here we can see stucco molding borrowed from the classics, silver wallpaper with a damask pattern, and a fresco depicting the everyday life of urban inhabitants of the century before last. As a result, the decorative design of the walls turned out to be very intricate.

Features of furnishing interiors in the art deco style

Today there are many brands on the market that specialize in producing exclusive furniture for interiors in the art deco style. The products of the Italian factories Tura and Visionnaire are very famous. It is important to understand that true art deco does not accept mass-produced goods. Therefore, you need to be prepared to spend money on something exclusive. Here preference is given to furniture made from such expensive types of wood as rosewood and ebony. Furniture finishing in the Art Deco style is distinguished by high-tech and the finest, almost filigree, execution of individual parts.

14. Column with carriage screed and bench

All photos In the photo: Column with capitonné effect in the hall

Columns with the capitonné effect are found not only in the interiors of expensive boutiques, but also in design projects for apartments and houses in the art deco style. By equipping such a structure with a soft bench, the decoration of which also repeats the “carriage” screed, you will thereby create an additional island for relaxation. We should not forget that columns contribute to zoning and ordering of space.

15. Chairs with high backs and diamond layout

All photos In the photo: Design of a dining group in the kitchen-dining room in the art deco style

In the interior of this kitchen-dining room in the Art Deco style, beveled mirror inserts“supported” by the diamond screed of the coffee-colored chairs. Lunch group with a round table and very laconic chairs, it does not take up much space, which, given the small area of ​​​​the apartment, is very important for improving ergonomics.

16. Kitchen interior in art deco style with bar stools: photo

All photos In the photo: Art Deco style kitchen interior with bar stools

Bar stool, whose silhouette is borrowed from classic armchairs Chesterfield, equipped with long black legs, is another element of furniture that is very characteristic of an Art Deco interior. The kitchen design in the photo provides two dining areas at once, one of which is a full-fledged dining room, and the other is equipped with a multifunctional island, which is also used as a bar counter.

17. Upholstered furniture with a “carriage” screed

All photos In the photo: Furniture with a “carriage” screed in the living room design

One of characteristic features interior in the art deco style is a “carriage” screed that can decorate both wall panels and upholstered furniture. Sofas and armchairs with a capitonné effect always look expensive and elegant. Often, “carriage” screed in the finishing of upholstered furniture is combined with glossy mirror inserts, adding additional shine to the design project.

18. Visionnaire furniture in an art deco style interior

All photos In the photo: Workshop interior with Visionnaire furniture

For the interior of the attic, which can simultaneously serve as a creative studio and home observatory, it was important to choose an elegant and, at the same time, very original designer furniture. And where else, if not in the catalog of the Italian factory Visionnaire, could one find chairs suitable for this extraordinary room? Green upholstered furniture, which, thanks to golden rods radiating like rays, is reminiscent of royal crowns, ball chandeliers decorated with figures of tiny swallows, turquoise-golden curtains - this is quite enough to turn an ordinary space into a creative workshop. In such a situation creative ideas And artistic images won't keep you waiting long.

19. Vanity Fair armchair by Visionnaire

All photos In the photo: Chair Vanity Fair in the interior of the living room in the attic

The Vanity Fair armchair from the IPE Cavalli collection from the Italian factory Visionnaire is a true embodiment of grace, luxury and modern ideas about comfort. You can furnish a fireplace area with such chairs, or, as in the example presented, a minibar. Vanity Fair is translated from English as “vanity fair.” Agree that Becky Sharp could feel more than comfortable in such an interior.

Decor in art deco style. Photos of interiors

The interior of an apartment or house in the Art Deco style appeals to the expensive and exclusive decor. An abundance of mirrors, crystal and high-strength glass creates optical effects and fills the space with festive sparkle. Chandeliers and lamps play a huge role in such a space. When choosing lighting elements, preference is given to multi-tiered cascade models. Such lamps can descend from the ceiling almost to the floor, filling the space with “splashes” of silvery “rain”.

20. Fireplace in the living room interior

All photos In the photo: Living room interior in Art Deco style with fireplace

An Art Deco style interior is almost always decorated with a fireplace. After all, an exquisite hearth is one of the attributes of luxury. In the interior of the living room in the art deco style in the photo we can see a modern bio-fireplace in a dark stone portal. A textured panel depicting three horses and two vases with laconic geometric patterns give the decor of the fireplace area exclusivity.

21. Beveled mirrors

All photos In the photo: Bedroom interior with beveled mirrors

Beveled mirrors indicate the Art Deco style in the interior. Designers usually resort to this type of decor when decorating the facades of cabinet furniture. Also, beveled mirror inserts can frame the head of the bed or decorate the doorway.

22. Niche with a “carriage” screed

All photos In the photo: Niche in the interior of a children's room

In an Art Deco children's room with lilac accents, the headboards sit in a shallow alcove with a capitonné effect. At the same time, in the “carriage” screed there is no strict geometry and symmetry in the upholstery. The lines here are smooth, which allows them to look more harmonious in a niche with an intricate figured neckline.

23. Lamp on a carved leg

All photos In the photo: Floor lamp on a black leg in a bedroom design

A floor lamp with a black carved leg appeals to the Art Deco desire to enrich space with complex geometric lines. By installing a soft bench with pillows next to such a lighting element, designer Anzhelika Prudnikova thereby created an additional relaxation area in the room.

24. Stained glass and arched vaults

All photos In the photo: Design of the entrance group with stained glass windows

Stained glass and arched vaults- the heritage of medieval temples and castles. Stained glass inserts in Art Deco style interiors are now often used by owners of expensive villas and mansions. In the presented design project, stained glass windows, arches and columns transform entrance group into a real work of art.

25. Mirror in a “sunny” baguette

All photos In the photo: Living room design with a sun-shaped mirror

A mirror in a baguette reminiscent of the rays of the sun, a figurine of a panther on the fireplace portal, Visionnaire sofa cushions - such decor is quite enough to emphasize that the design project belongs to the art deco style.

So, the art deco style in the interior of an apartment and house has its own characteristic features. On the one hand, this style direction tends to live for show, and at times even to be somewhat shocking. However, behind all this brilliance, complexity is always carefully hidden. design solution, and the courage of decorative thought, and a deep understanding of the history of styles and architecture. If you want to embody art deco in its authentic sense in your interior, then contact the Studio of Angelika Prudnikova, which has extensive experience working with this style direction.

The Art Deco style originated in France in the early 20s of the last century. Translated as “decorative art”. It becomes a popular destination in Europe in the pre- and post-war times. It owes its popularity to a combination of scientific and technological progress and glamor. It soon became international thanks to the use of ethnic motifs combined with strict geometric shapes and laconism.

This is a huge field for the creativity of designers and the implementation of the most daring ideas. It is in the Art Deco style that many eminent masters create, who contributed to the development of this direction. This is luxury and brilliance, but without unnecessary pretentiousness, richness and brevity.

The interior of the Great Gatsby, which was very popular in those days. This is champagne and noisy parties until the morning. The house and the interior of the premises were striking in luxury combined with the latest technological progress. Since then, the style has been constantly improved and modified.

Features of the art deco style in the interior

• One of the main features is the clarity of geometric lines. The geometry of space is subordinated to the designer’s unified plan and can be seen not only in the decoration of walls, floors and ceilings, but also in furniture and decorative elements.
• Zoning a large space. These are studio apartments, where the space of the room is zoned using furniture or partitions, but nevertheless creating a single style solution.
• One color scheme walls, ceiling and floor. These are neutral colors: white, beige, gray shades. Furniture in dark or light colors is used for contrast. Against this background, decorative elements look bright and expensive. This is aristocracy and sophistication. Strict lines emphasize the shapes. There is nothing superfluous here, no cute trinkets, everything is subject to strict geometry.
• There may be zigzag shapes, steps, trapezoids, stripes of contrasting colors. Clear outlines or frames.
• The most important thing is high-quality and expensive finishing materials. Only with their help can you achieve luxurious finishes premises. You cannot use cheap paints or wallpaper.
• Glass and mirrors are used for decoration, which enlarge the room and give it a unique charm. The mirror gives an optical effect and visually enlarges the room. It reflects the shine of the glossy surfaces of furniture, ceilings, and floors.
• Metal elements are widely used. It can be chromed stainless steel, silver, brass, aluminum.
• Genuine leather or animal skins.
• Glossy tiles, shiny furniture surfaces.
• Lighting. Application various types backlight. These can be spotlights on the ceiling, lighting of furniture, and individual decorative elements. mirrors and so on.
• Chandeliers, as a rule, are expensive and exquisite. Pretentiousness and luxury are welcomed here. The main feature of Art Deco is the use of massive crystal chandeliers. Crystal gives a unique play of light. atmosphere of comfort. Reflected in the mirrors, the crystal chandelier seems to hang in the air, creating optical illusions.
• Natural wood. This includes furniture and wooden floors, chairs, and decorative elements. Soft, warm shade natural wood contrasts with cold metal, gives a feeling of stability and peace.

In order to decide on the design of the apartment, you need to look at a photo of the interior in the art deco style. From the photographs you can get an idea of ​​​​this wonderful direction and understand whether it is suitable for renovating your apartment or premises.

It should be borne in mind that modern art deco is quite labor-intensive and expensive in terms of renovation and decoration of the room. The price increases due to the use of high-quality finishing materials, furniture, and decorative elements. The finishing of the walls, ceiling and floor must be impeccable.

Living room in art deco style

The interior of the living room in the art deco style is often used by designers. Distinctive feature is the color scheme in the design of walls and ceilings. These are neutral shades or muted colors. No brightness or pretentiousness. Everything is quite strict and concise.

Can be used geometric patterns, ethnic motifs for decoration. The furniture is expensive with various decorative elements. This is big soft sofa with plain muted upholstery. Pillows can be in contrasting colors with geometric patterns.

Coffee table using wood and glass. There may be inlays on the tabletop.

There are modular paintings on the walls. To enliven the interior, you can use fresh flowers.

The flooring is wooden parquet, plain or geometrically patterned carpet.

To give the room elements of bohemianism and luxury, massive mirrors are installed in expensive frames of strict geometric shapes.

The ceiling can be made multi-level with lighting elements around the perimeter or spotlights. In the center is a massive crystal chandelier. Various are used desk lamp original shape, sconces on the walls, floor lamps.

Art Deco kitchen

Kitchen interiors are distinguished by laconicism and functionality. This is a unified style solution for the space. Strict geometric shapes, expensive modern Appliances. Kitchen set made of wood or modern materials with a glossy or matte surface.

Zoning of space is of great importance. Clearly highlighted work zone and a relaxation area. On the walls there are tiles or special paint, you can use vinyl wallpaper.

Apartment in art deco style

The interior of an apartment in the art deco style implies a single style solution. This is a large space with defined zones. Studio apartments, which combine a living room and a kitchen, are very popular.

Using space zoning, you can decorate an apartment in the art deco style. This includes a kitchen and living room in the same style, a magnificent bedroom in neutral colors with bright decorative elements.

Art Deco house

The interior of a house in the art deco style is wood and steel, large panoramic windows, modern materials for finishing the facade and roof. Strict, laconic lines, neutral colors. There is nothing pretentious or unnecessary.

Modern art deco is, first of all, beauty, quality and functionality. This is a very popular style all over the world and is popular. Due to growing prosperity, more and more people are decorating apartments and houses in this style. This direction is for confident people who know their worth.

Photo of Art Deco style in the interior

The Art Deco style is highly valued by world-famous architects and designers. This trend was originally used to create a chic environment in luxury hotels, restaurants and clubs. Art Deco allows you to plunge into the world of luxury and exquisite things without leaving your own apartment.

Introduction to Art Deco style

The multifaceted art deco style is very difficult to describe in a nutshell. It is assigned the features of the avant-garde, often confused with and mistaken for art nouveau. But in fact, everything is much deeper. Art Deco, or in the French manner Art Deco, originated in 1925 in Paris, where a world-famous exhibition dedicated to decorative and industrial arts was organized. This exhibition gave rise to a new and very elegant direction.

Characteristic features of the art deco style

Deliberately luxurious, Art Deco is designed to decorate the homes of respectable people who primarily value beautiful and solid designs. This direction does not create an illusory perception of the world; it allows you to receive satisfaction from life in the present moment.

Since 1930, art deco has gained great popularity in America. He became the personification of a luxurious pastime in high society. This trend promoted a sophisticated lifestyle, incorporating the best features of other styles. Art Deco has a clearly visible component: antique elements, oriental flavor, modern trends. This style does not accept a pragmatic approach to things. Rather, on the contrary, the main thing for him is the decorative component.

An art deco style interior should be very attractive in appearance. Legendary designers enjoy the opportunity to combine elements from different directions in order to achieve the most effective composition. The significant influence of Cubism on Art Deco gave rise to a characteristic feature that became characteristic of these two directions - the desire for graphics, broken lines, and geometric shapes.

Geometric prints and a contrasting combination of black and white are the hallmark of art deco design

Another feature of this style is the alternation of black and white. This contrasting combination looks very noble and evokes associations with piano keys. Art Deco also gravitates towards contour elements. The interior contains objects outlined in a contrasting color. This technique allows you to emphasize certain architectural features or arrange focal points.

In Art Deco style decoration there is practically no wallpaper with ornaments. The walls serve only as a background for pieces of furniture and decor, so they are made monochromatic. The only accent can be neat moldings or borders with geometric patterns.

Graduation plays an important role in art deco. The composition is built according to the principle “from least to most”, relying on. Art Deco style is all about maintaining symmetry. The interior is designed in accordance with this characteristic feature, looks very harmonious and holistic.

Art Deco design must be atmospheric. The interiors created according to the canons of this direction are fascinating. With the help of all kinds of lighting sources, an abundance of mirrors and glossy surfaces, they create an intricate play of light that creates a festive mood.

Interior details in art deco style

The Art Deco style apartment looks impressive. Certain colors, materials and design subtleties allow you to create excellent design within this direction.

Art Deco color palette

The basis color range art deco style make up black and white colors. They are conservative, always relevant and go well with other colors. The background design is usually created based on pastel colors. Any cream color will work for this. Additional accent colors must be of noble shades. Emerald, ruby, indigo or marsala look stylish and expensive.

The interior in the Art Deco style also contains various prints. the main role is given to contrasting geometric patterns. Ethnic motifs and animal prints are also used. When decorating a room in the Art Deco style, you should not use floral patterns, as they do not comply with the canons of this direction and can greatly simplify the design.

Art Deco materials

If you are going to implement an art deco design in your apartment, you will have to accept the fact that the materials used in the decoration are, by definition, very expensive. Saving on them can lead to the fact that a noble interior will turn into an awkward room in the spirit.

It is impossible to imagine the Art Deco style without elite types of wood, genuine leather, hides, elegant silk and velvet. Wood products can be processed: inlaid and patinated. Finishing and interior design are complemented various metals, crystal, enamel, glass and marble.

Art Deco furnishings

Despite the abundance of expensive materials used for interior decoration, art deco design should not look overloaded. Calm and discreet finishes highlight beautiful furniture and decorative items.

Living room interior in art deco style

The decorative component of the art deco style should not completely displace the functionality of the furnishings. When choosing furniture for the living room, focus not only on its appearance, but also on its convenience. The hallmark of the Art Deco style is luxurious sofas and elegant armchairs. Upholstered furniture They are made from both high-quality textiles and genuine leather. It is decorated with elements and decorative inserts from various materials.

Pieces of furniture in the Art Deco style should have an intricate shape, have excellent ergonomics and look chic. For example, coffee table made of mahogany can be decorated with mother-of-pearl, and its tabletop is covered with genuine leather. Chest of drawers with carved facades complemented by gilded handles and original mosaic from type-setting wooden elements.

The interior of a living room in the art deco style must have a carpet. Most often these are products made from natural wool with geometric black and white patterns. As for decor, this trend is characterized by the presence of mirrors, decorative textiles in the form of velvet or silk curtains, sofa cushions, wall clock and paintings.

An Art Deco living room is where eclecticism and bohemian chic meet

Kitchen interior in art deco style

To decorate a kitchen in the Art Deco style, a set of natural wood, decorated with glass inserts and original metal fittings. This trend favors the use of glossy surfaces, so varnished facades will come in handy.

You should not purchase overly bulky furniture. Leave enough space in the kitchen so that the room does not lose functionality. In the dining area it is worth placing a neat wooden table and chairs upholstered in velvet or leather. For these purposes, not only models created modern designers, but also skillfully restored antique items.

Bedroom interior in art deco style

A bedroom in the Art Deco style has streamlined shapes, beautiful and expensive fabrics, and a calm color scheme. The bed most often has a classic appearance with a voluminous soft headboard. Additional pieces of furniture are selected based on the principle of contrast in relation to general design. In the interior of a bedroom in the art deco style you can rarely find massive wardrobes. Their role is played by a dressing room, and low chests of drawers are used for small items.

Another characteristic feature of the situation is the presence dressing table, supplemented soft ottoman and a large mirror in an expensive frame. An art deco style bedroom is full of textiles. Beautiful curtains, decorative pillows, an elegant bedspread and a thickly padded carpet.

Without experienced designer quite difficult to create modern apartment an interior that meets all the canons of the art deco style. However, if you are imbued with the era of the 30s of the 20th century, if you are fascinated by the atmosphere that reigned in those years, you can easily bring the most memorable features of this chic trend into your home.

Art Deco style in interior and architecture

Art Deco- eclecticism style, which is a harmonious and at the same time catchy combination of modernity and neoclassicism. Translated from French literally means "contemporary art". Distinctive features Art Deco are bold geometric shapes, ethnic patterns and ornaments, richness and brightness color palette, luxury and chic.

A little history of art deco

The term “” received its name in 1925 thanks to the international exhibition International Exhibition of Contemporary Decorative and Industrial Arts (Fr."Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes") 1925 in Paris.

However, the art deco movement itself appeared much earlier in France, in the early 1920s. In those days, Paris was rightfully considered the center of the Art Deco style, which manifested itself in everything: in furniture making, interior design, architecture, clothing and accessories, jewelry, sculpture and painting. The best restaurants, hotels, and ocean liners were decorated in the Art Deco style.

Art Deco defied the hardships of the First World War, it was simply luxurious and unusual, which is why it was so loved by the wealthy public. The favorite materials of the Art Deco masters were aluminum, stainless steel, rare woods, silver, enamel, Ivory, the skin of exotic animals and fish such as crocodile, shark or zebra. Three-dimensional forms, zigzag and stepped, wide and energetic curved lines stood out. Art Deco was famous for its contrasting decorative motifs, such as the pattern of piano keys, which were found not only in interior design, but even in the design of women's shoes. In the 1930s and 1940s, the Art Deco movement became popular internationally.

The popularity of Art Deco faded after the advent of mass production. The time has come for calmer, more restrained elements, while Art Deco began to be treated as a flashy and tasteless style. The decline of Art Deco was marked by the hardships of World War II. Interestingly, Art Deco arose as a challenge to the First World War and, after remaining at the peak of popularity for almost two decades, faded away during the disasters of the Second World War.

The Art Deco style received a new birth in the 1980s thanks to graphic design, becoming again popular, now in jewelry and fashion.

Art Deco in architecture

Originating in France, the style has become widespread in architecture throughout the world. In architecture, Art Deco is primarily a style of large buildings. In the 1910s-1920s, skyscrapers came to the United States, which had been built with a steel frame since the early 20s.

Buildings built in the art deco style still delight the eyes of tourists and residents of the world's largest metropolises, including the capital of the bipolar world.

Art Deco in the USA

In the United States, Manhattan alone can count more than 150 skyscrapers built in the art deco style. The most striking example of American Art Deco in architecture is the Chrysler Building, designed by architect William van Alen, which was born in 1930. The top of the majestic and elegant building is decorated with a 38-meter spire made of of stainless steel. Thanks to this spire, the Chrysler Building became the most tall building peace. True, he soon lost this title, losing the championship to the Empire State Building in New York. The roof of the Chrysler Building is assembled in the form of seven vaults, symbolizing wheel disks Chrysler cars of the 20s. Business card The skyscraper has sculptures on the 31st floor, repeating the Chrysler emblem and gargoyles-eagles located on the 61st floor. The skyscraper has a ribbed cladding and triangular windows that resemble the outward diverging rays of the sun.

Art Deco in the USSR

In 1930-1950 in the USSR, art deco (otherwise “new empire style”) had a significant influence on Stalinist architecture of the 30s. It is worth noting that under the influence of Art Deco, Stalinist high-rise buildings, the Lenin Library in Moscow, the Kirov Palace of Culture and the Moscow Cinema in Leningrad were built.

Under the influence of the art deco style, a number of stations of the Moscow metro were built, including the Sokolnicheskaya and Zamoskvoretskaya lines, for example, the wonderful metro stations “Mayakovskaya”, “Airport”, “Sokol”, “Kropotkinskaya”, as well as the first stage of the Leningrad metro.

Other countries

Art Deco covered almost all countries of the world and even Asia. For example, the Indian prince Maharaja, while studying at Oxford, met the young German architect E. Mathesius, who was subsequently commissioned to build the magnificent palace of the Maharaja in Indore.

Art Deco style in the interior

Interior style has become an internationally recognized symbol of efficiency. The Art Deco style in the interior seemed luxurious, catchy, free and rich. All kinds of exotic materials were boldly combined, for example, black ebony, diamonds, mother of pearl, ivory, zebra skin and crocodile skin, snakes, lizards, sharks and urban modern substances - glass, concrete, chrome, steel, aluminum.

The Art Deco style in the interior combines ornaments and motifs from various historical eras and exotic cultures: Oriental, Indian, African motifs, antique elements and completely new works of art.

Visual richness was achieved not only by exotic textures, but also by bright and rich colors, their bold combinations.

There was no simplicity in the style even in lines - the favorite contours were stepped and zigzag shapes, energetic wide curved lines, and keyboard motifs. Even the furniture took on bizarre curved shapes and was decorated with all sorts of geometric elements and ornaments. Many interior items have become real works of art, creating an atmosphere of sophistication and pleasant contemplation.

The richest people and popular establishments, one after another, replaced their old interiors with art deco, trying to make them even more expensive and sophisticated than their neighbors. The interiors were rather a collection of the most expensive and unusual pieces of furniture and decor brought from various parts of the planet. There was a competition to see who could decorate their premises richer and more elegantly, and moreover, there would be more visitors.