Art Deco revival: the glamour of the Roaring Twenties in your living room

Art deco is back, and it has lost none of its fascination. Born in the 1920s, this style blends geometry, luxurious materials, and chromatic boldness. Its 2026 version retains the glamour but lightens the codes to suit modern interiors.

Art deco codes revisited

Geometry is the hallmark of art deco. Straight lines, arches, chevrons, and fan motifs: these structured shapes are found in furniture, textiles, and wall coverings. In 2026, these patterns are lightened and combined with soft curves for a less rigid result.

Noble materials are essential. Shiny or brushed brass, marble, velvet, smoked glass: art deco plays the card of unashamed luxury. The contemporary version replaces excess with restraint. A single brass piece is enough to set the tone.

Art deco colors for 2026

Duck blue, emerald green, deep burgundy, and black form the classic art deco palette. For 2026, we add touches of powder pink and terracotta that soften the overall look.

Gold remains the accent color par excellence. Furniture handles, mirror frames, lamp bases: touches of gold punctuate the space without overwhelming it.

Incorporating art deco without going overboard

The trap of art deco is excess. An entirely art deco interior can quickly resemble a 1930s luxury hotel lobby. The key is subtle integration: an art deco mirror on a white wall, a velvet armchair in a Scandinavian living room, or a geometric pendant light in a modern kitchen.

Lighting is the most effective way to introduce art deco. A sputnik chandelier, a gold arc wall lamp, or a geometric table lamp are enough to create the ambiance. Discover Designix chandeliers.

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