40s interior design art deco

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Name: Joanne O’Callaghan Location: Melbourne, Australia Size: 510 square feet Years owned: 16 years Joanne recently renovated this late-1940s Art Deco apartment in East Melbourne, Australia. The entire place is full of light and charm, but the apartment’s living and dining space, called the “blue room,” is a particular jewel: It features Art Deco cornices, a tiered mirror above the original fireplace and a large framed window.

Some vintage 1940s interior design decor trends veered into the overdone, like the 'glam' Hollywood-inspired look here - filled with satin, ruffles & bows.

In this post, we'll share 10 simple and stylish ways to incorporate Art Deco design into your space. Let's dive into the world of Art Deco and transform your home with these inspiring ideas! #ArtDecoStyle #InteriorDesign #HomeDecor #GlamorousLiving #DesignInspiration

Filled with luxurious fabrics, sharp lines, mixed metallics, and rich color palettes, Art Deco style decor is both glamorous and eclectic. No surprise then that these decor trends are making a comeback. #artdeco #1920s #vintage #designtrends #decortrends #artdecodecor #1920sdecor #antiques #nostalgiadecor #decorideas

The art deco interior of a house which served as the set for the film ‘Our Modern Maidens’, with a sweeping staircase leading from the lounge area. Art direction Cedric Gibbons, MGM I would love to experience this Art Deco room! 20th Century Decorative Arts!

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