Art deco, originating from the 1920’s and 30’s, embraces the time that travelling became popular. African safaris were all the rage making way for animal skins, ivory, and tortoiseshell to make an appearance in home décor. After the excavation of Tutankhamun’s tomb, Egyptian pyramids and sphinxes adorned homes.

Today, we take a look at how you can get the art deco look in your home.

With the remake of the Great Gatsby starring Leonardo Di Caprio coming to cinemas this year, there is no better time to add some nostalgia to your home.

Make bold decisions with furniture choices. Choose strong shapes and single pieces rather than sofas. Complement with plain or geometric shaped fabric cushions.

Abstract designed lino or classic black and white chequerboard tiling are a must for this look. Plain polished parquet is perfect, also. Large geometric rugs are also a key feature.

The fireplace is a key feature. Traditional art deco fireplaces were made of concrete and not many survive today. Instead go for a bold rectangular shape and surround with pink, green or beige tiles.

As for colour, hallways are suitable for distinctive colour schemes – silver, black, chrome, yellow and red. Whilst bedrooms and living rooms take a more neutral approach with creams, greens and beige.

Other key elements include lighting and shape, which should include zigzags, chevrons and lightning bolts. The female figure holding the ball of the lamp is most recognisable and good reproductions are easy to find. As well as this use of chrome, glass and mirror is complementary.

And don’t forget you can interpret the 1920’s and 30’s in your bathroom. In fact this black marble top and matching basins from the Bathrooms and More Store is perfect to start your nostalgic trip.

Leave us a comment below and let us know if your thinking of stepping back in time and including some art deco in your home.