40s interior

Hughenden Manor

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

This is such a bold and interesting palette of color. The combo of brown, orange, apple green, and peachy pink (ceiling!) with brass accents is really cool. The gladiolas are a 50s classic. Published in Ladies Home Journal.

I showcase 8 distinct looks popular in 1940s interior design. Furniture, colors & decor inside 1940s homes were sunny, patriotic, 'sanitary' & more.

The 1930s and 1940s introduced an innovative design era. Bring vintage style to your kitchen by mixing in these key design elements from kitchens of the 1930s-1940s.

This Armstrong interior appeared in Ladies Home Journal. A similar color scheme, but in a traditional style, appeared at about the same time.