1940s cottage interior design

A traditional cottage built in 1947 in Cheviot Hills of West Los Angeles, tucked amid winding, Scottish name, Los Angeles-based

Step back in time to the 1940s, an era of charming interiors that blend practicality with flair. As wartime innovations trickled into the home, people became creative with materials and design, resulting in spaces that were both elegant and functional. From the rise of Mid-Century Modern furniture to the timeless appeal of pastel color palettes, the 1940s hold a treasure trove of interior design ideas that continue to inspire. Whether you're drawn to bold geometric patterns or the soft…

If you have a 1940s house, it most likely falls into one of two categories: Pre-War or Post-War. The 1940s pre-War kitchen borrowed from the ’30s with its cheerful prints and focus on white, sanitary spaces. The post-War kitchen benefited from the huge influx of returning soldiers who got married and set up housekeeping . […]

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Better Homes and Gardens has covered interior design since the dawn of the Jazz Age. Join us as we take a decade-by-decade look back through the furniture, colors, and styles that filled our homes over the past century, along with the people and events that drove the designs of our lives.