Art Deco

The style of Art Deco started in France as its point of origin. Art Deco came to the United States came to the United States and other European countries at the beginning of World War II. This stye in particular was not concerned with functionalism and technology versus Modernism. The uniqueness of Art Deco was that it was concerned with fashion orienting style which made this style so different yet appealing. Skyscraper furniture with strong decorations throughout it as well as in the architecture also made Art Deco unique. Also, Art Deco was strongly influenced by Art Nouveau, however, public acceptance was often hesitant of it. Lastly, there were many amazing architects accompanied by artists which I will make mention of now.

One of the artists I really liked from this period was Gordon Russel. He was an Art Deco furniture designer and spokesman for British design. Also, he was responsible for an exhibition room at the Paris Exposition of 1937. I really liked his sideboard he designer considering I like the light color of wood along with the sleek lines throughout it.

Another artist I liked from this period was Gunnar Asplund. He designed the Senna Chair in 1925. The chair consisted of a smoothly curved seat, high back, stubby arms, and simplified version of some classic prototype.

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A public space that really defines Art Deco style is the Radio City Music Hall. This building was designed by Donald Deskey in New york in 1932.

Some current applications of Art Deco would be this modern kitchen :

…. And also this bathroom 

I reviewed Megan S's blog and I really like the pictures of the architecture she used to display Art Deco, the ceiling and carpet really show the curved shapes of the style.

Also, I reviewed Samantha's blog and I loved her choice of modern day Art Deco style of the living room and a hallway.



Here is a link that shows ...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amVvYPU4Gw8