Art Deco Family Room Ideas
A art deco family room offers a solid design foundation with plenty of room for personal expression. Jazz Age glamour with geometric boldness. This combination draws on art deco's signature elements—bold geometric patterns and sunburst and chevron motifs—to transform your family room into a space that's both beautiful and functional.
Why Art Deco Works for Family Rooms
Art Deco can work well in a family room when you balance the style's core elements with the room's functional needs. Focus on bold geometric patterns while ensuring the space still serves its purpose: family rooms serve as the casual hub for daily family activities: watching tv, playing games, kids' playtime, homework, relaxed entertaining, and general hanging out. they're designed for comfort and durability, accommodating the wear and tear of everyday family life. Select materials like Lacquered wood or Polished brass that can handle the demands of this room.
When designing a art deco family room, consider managing toy clutter and kid-related items. Art Deco design typically addresses this through sunburst and chevron motifs. Also keep in mind the room's dimmable overhead lighting and toy storage (bins, baskets, built-ins) when selecting furniture and finishes.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Creates a cohesive art deco aesthetic
- Bold geometric patterns
- Art Deco color palette works well for family rooms
- Quality materials like Lacquered wood add lasting value
- Flexible layout options for different family room sizes
Cons
- Some art deco materials may need practical substitutes
- Family Room challenge: Managing toy clutter and kid-related items
- Limited to art deco-appropriate color choices
- Premium art deco pieces can be costly
Design Tips
Start with a base of black and gold to establish the art deco foundation
Choose a curved club chairs as your anchor piece, complemented by essential family room items
Incorporate Lacquered wood and Polished brass to achieve authentic art deco texture
Layer lighting with tiered chandeliers to create depth and ambiance
For layout, orient seating toward the tv for viewing
Address storage with toy storage (bins, baskets, built-ins) in art deco style
Add personality with sunburst mirrors and clocks and geometric sculptures
Color Palette
Black
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Gold
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Cream
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Deep Teal
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Ruby Red
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Emerald
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Materials
- Lacquered wood
- Polished brass
- Marble and onyx
- Velvet
- Chrome and nickel
- Mirror panels
- Exotic woods like Macassar ebony
Essential Furniture
- Large sectional or sofa
- Coffee table (rounded corners for kids)
- Media console or entertainment center
- Storage ottomans or bins
- Durable area rug
- Curved club chairs
- Lacquered cocktail cabinet
- Sunburst mirror
Decor Accents
- Sunburst mirrors and clocks
- Geometric sculptures
- Crystal decanters
- Gold-framed artwork
- Art Deco figurines
- Stepped candleholders
Space & Budget Guidance
Small Space Tips
Art Deco's boldness can overwhelm small spaces if overdone. Use it as accents: a sunburst mirror, geometric lamp, gold accessories. Keep walls light and let Deco pieces be the stars. For a small family room: Small family rooms benefit from a loveseat plus armchairs rather than a large sectional. Use vertical storage and wall-mounted media. Ottoman storage does double duty. Keep traffic paths clear and cho
Large Space Tips
Large spaces can embrace full Art Deco drama with lacquered furniture, bold geometric wallpaper, substantial lighting fixtures, and rich color throughout. Create glamorous conversation areas with Deco seating groups. In a larger family room: Large family rooms can create multiple zones: TV viewing area, game table area, reading nook, and play space. Consider built-ins for storage. Multiple seating groupings work well.
Budget-Friendly
Focus on impactful accessories: sunburst mirrors and clocks, geometric candleholders, gold-framed prints. DIY geometric patterns with tape and paint. Thrift stores often have Deco-inspired pieces from 80s revivals.
Luxury Approach
Source authentic vintage Art Deco furniture from dealers, commission custom lacquerwork, install dramatic Deco-style lighting, and specify premium materials (marble, exotic woods, brass) throughout.
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