10 ways to style your home: Art deco

Styling your home may be a daunting moment for first time home owners. But breaking it down to small decisions will help ease the task. Today we explore how to achieve the look of the roaring 20s with Art deco furnishing. A great style that is unique and explores your creativity.

Here are 10 quick steps to help create that art deco fantasy.

1.Choosing the right color palette.

From clothes to Home furnishing, choosing the right color palette helps keeps you focus on what to get to match your entire home aesthetic.  Be it a monochrome Black and white or deep jewel colors, the right palette will help make sure everything is Cohesive.

Art Deco Can range from deep colors to light and fresh with a pop of color for vibrancy. So Go ahead and see some art inspiration and let your imagination go wild!

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2.Walls Color and Patterns

Choosing the right wall color and pattern is an important step to getting that ultimate Art Deco look. Will your home have more darker hues or a lighter ambiance? Each has a different character to them, A darker tone creates a more cozy setting while a lighter color have a more fresh aspect to it.

Also Patterns choice will determine on your choice of furniture! Will it cover the entire room or just a feature wall at the side? This will help in your choice to choose furniture and decor that can compliment the design.

Art Deco Patterns ranges from geometric shapes to flamboyant abstracts. You can also tone it down with simple interpretations of the patterns to create a more cleaner look!

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3.Metals?

Have you notice the one thing that is common throughout the different art deco pictures that u see so far? They all have accent metals in their color palette! Art Deco is always about looking toward the future and how the 1920s perceived the future to look like.

So metals was a huge trend that is still happening today! So choosing fabrics colors that goes well with metals or having some aspect of metal in their homes is a great way to  achieve the art deco look.
 
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4.RUGS RUGS RUGS

Adding Bold prints to your rug is a great way to liven up your space.

Dramatic lines and gold shimmering effects on the prints help pull your metal ascents together to create a more cohesive look!

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5.Statement Lamps

Think big bold lamps as a sculptural art piece that adds characters to your home! Be it standing lamps or a table lamp, Art Deco style lamps always has a way to stand out and give light to your space!
 

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6.The Centerpiece

In any space there will always be a core furniture that pulls the room together.
Choosing the right fabric is a great start! We suggest our Yorkshire Leather Chesterfield to create that strong define space or the Fitzgerald Gold Tufted Sofa that has brighter metal accents and inviting velvet seats.

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7. Decor and Knick Knacks

Little pieces of decorative items help spruce up your home! From vases to trays, little things like a trinket dish helps transform your home into an entire artwork

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8. Pop Of Plants

Now that you got your metals and fabrics laid out and with a beautiful color palette for your walls and ambiance, it is time to bring your space to life,Literally! Thrown in some potted plants be it real or fake to have some “life” added into.
It serves as that pop of color for vibrancy, Giving contrast to a room be it dark tone or lighter hues. It also helps soften out the metal accents giving a more balanced and whole rounded look!

Art Deco love for palm tree is well known. And what is not to love! It gives length and has such a sleek design!
 
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9. Wall Art Extravaganza

If prints on your walls ain’t your thing and you want to keep your walls neutral , dress it with some wall art and pictures.

A great way to create the total package while being versatile to switch out when you want that little change
 
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10 .  The Overall Outlook

So now that u got everything planned out,take a deep breath and check out the entire design! Does it match ? Are there items you wish to switch around? Is the total look too much or too little?

Once you are happy with everything, you will have your stunning Art Deco home! It is all based on your creativity and imagination.


Hope this helps! Check out Finn Avenue for furniture that will spark your Art Deco imagination!

Behind The Design: The Yorkshire Leather Chesterfield Sofa

Look into our newest leather sofa and see what went on behind the scene to create and conceptualize this amazing piece of furniture that is part of the Finn Avenue family.

When did it begin?

Our Yorkshire Chesterfield Sofa(Pic 1) was the brought to life by our beloved customers! Requesting us to bring in something traditional yet versatile and modern at the same time.

You guys also really wanted to see our interpretation of a classic leather Chesterfield,and though we did have our Furst leather chesterfield sofa(Pic 2), we know we do not want to stop just there. So we took up our thinking hats and Voila! A new star is born!.

What makes it so unique?

Normally a chesterfield sofa back is at the same level as the armrest but we wanted to create something that has a higher level of comfort while still retaining that classic chesterfield silhouette

The Silhouette

What we did with the tufting is, creating a rolled back curve to create a heighten back! This will not only be more comfortable but it creates a very timeless and classic silhouette that a leather chesterfield is renown for.

Hardwood Frame

We pride ourselves to make sure all our chesterfields has the hardwood frame that is kiln-dry to have the best durability it possibly can!

The Leather: Top Grain Indian Buffalo Hides

Unique Pattern

As for the leather, we wanted something that is very distinct to show that masculine character that is totally different from our previous designs and material choice, so we choose Top Grain Indian Buffalo Hides. Buffalo Hides has a very unique pebble-like design compared to cowhide so it helps create that rustic chic look while still being very sophisticated.

As Durable as it can be!

Top grain buffalo hide is one of the strongest leathers made for upholstering! Its strength and elasticity helps lower the chances of ripping easily, not to mention it is match and cigarettes flame resistant to prevent it from melting or burning

The Metal

We know about the mobility issues and their difficulties when moving these heavy pieces of furniture, hence we installed brass wheels to the front for easier shifting. Though others can opt for the standard wooden legs as well.

Not only that, the nail trimmings along the front is carefully hand-nailed in to have that metal accents that goes so well with this design to add more character to the overall look!

The Comeback Of The Roaring 20s

Make way for the roaring 20s! Bold Prints, statement patterns and decor are coming your way! From The Great Gatsby to the sleek jazz clubs of the flapper girls, Art deco influence is making a big impact in today's modern society just like it did in the past with its futuristic vision of the now.

THE AGE OF JAZZ
With the end of the first World War I, the age of jazz, with its uplifting and energetic vibe has taken the world by storm! Mass productions of consumer products have taken over, and the average middle-class families were enjoying luxury items such as cars and radios (Yes those were a luxury in the past!). 

THE TIMELESS ICONS
The peak of the roaring 20s gave us legends from so many different fields-from the signature Chanel woman suit by Coco Chanel to F. Scott Fitzgerald. Sounds familiar? He is the flapper king that is known for a little book called The Great Gatsby, which became the inspiration behind the same title movie. If you have watched the movies, you would have definitely been blown away by the stunning design from background to costume. What you were seeing was the infamous art deco style that was all the rave back then.

And guess what? It is making a comeback to people homes with its brilliance of bold metals and refined design today!

IT’S ALL AROUND US!
Art deco has transcended over the past few decades, many would think it is flamboyant or outdated but it has evolved into something that is timeless yet exudes a unique type of modernity. Luxurious with an emphasis on metals, the Art Deco style might have been started in the 20s but it has always been about the future. Having a rich history in its origins, it was the epitome of modernity with its influence from various movements and culture worldwide.

From the Bryant Park Hotel (Once The American Radiator Building ) to even our little island of Singapore (Parkview Square, Atlas) Art deco is everywhere! So be on a lookout for interesting designs and patterns u might never know of its art deco background (PS : This is right here at the heart of Singapore!)

BOLD PRINTS OF THE FUTURE
Here are some examples of some brilliant art deco prints to give you some inspiration for this mater style. Do not be afraid of the strong and bold designs you see here. These prints might be loud but it would surely make your home stand out in style! Besides, there are always ways to tone down its flamboyant nature. Try coupling your space with a few decor and furnishing tips and you will be the swinging with delight! 

Aren’t they gorgeous? Stay tune right here at Finn Avenue to get more inspiration and interior looks to transform your house into art that you can live in!

Nail the Industrial look this season

Being quite the contrast from the usual furnishings of a modern home in the local interior scene, the industrial look is well-known to embrace brick walls, concrete screed flooring, exposed pipes and wires; which are normally hidden from plain sight.

This designer furniture look has returned and evolved from the past year with more refined elements added to the mix of metals, and raw, unfinished materials. Read on to see how you can hop on the bandwagon and nail the look effortlessly!

MIRRORED METALS ARE YOUR BEST FRIENDS
The key to the evolved industrial look is the infusion of elements that one would find in the Art Deco period. Mix in some mirror finished metal elements to contrast and complement the rugged style with a touch of shine.

Whether you decide to go with a polished metal lamp, or chairs with shiny metal frames, this glamorous twist to the conventional take simply adds a layer of finesse and sophistication. Additionally, these reflective shiny metals are perfect for making loud colours pop, so pair it up with a modern rugs to complete the look!

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KEEP IT CLASSY WITH LEATHER CHESTERFIELD SOFA
The iconic deep buttoned, quilted leather and nail trimmed sofas will accentuate any industrial styled home. 

Be it a statement piece upholstered in weathered leather or refined full grain, the leather Chesterfield takes the cake to inject luxury, class and great taste to any interior effortlessly.

Take a peek at our NEW COLLECTION of Leather Chesterfields to find your hero piece!

OWN THE LOOK WITH WALL DECOR
Showcase your individualistic expression on the brick-patterned walls with a collection of your precious moments, framed in polished gold, silver or copper, or perhaps an artistic piece that you loved. After all, it is your personal style and taste that makes the house your home.

Fill your home with pieces you love, decor that makes you smile and let your personality shine through!

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STAY IN BED THIS WEEKEND

Staying home this weekend? We've got just the plan to please yourself and loved ones with! Read on to find out how you can make yourself a lovely breakfast in bed (and make it Instagram-worthy too)!

Pick your favourite breakfast spread and serve it up on a tray. We think a fresh fruit yoghurt alongside warm, buttery croissant is the best and fuss free combination to have.

We know that nothing compares to your favourite cuppa in the morning, so don’t be shy to put on a teapot to keep yourself and your loved one enveloped in the comfort of the Victorian furniture.

Keep yourselves entertained while you enjoy the lovely spread you've prepared. It could be a book for the avid reader or a sweet note for your special someone that you are serving this to.

Last but not least, adorn your tray with some fresh flowers for a relaxing scent and a picture-worthy moment. Viola, enjoy and stay toasty! 

Need a tray to start? Pick up the Hugo Black & White Geometric Tray at our showroom today.