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Modern design ideas for Art Deco houses
We look at how to utilise the uniqueness of Art Deco style in a modern way.
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Modernising a 1930s Art Deco home involves blending its unique character with contemporary living standards. Incorporate signature features like arches, polished plaster surfaces, and reeded glass into your renovation.
Address outdated, compartmentalised layouts by creating open-plan living and improving indoor/outdoor flow. For colours, draw inspiration from Napier's pastels and jewel tones, using resources like the Dulux Heritage Collection.
Crucially, upgrade essentials like insulation, heating, and double-glazing to ensure the home is warm and energy-efficient.
The key features of Art Deco houses and how to incorporate them into an upgrade
Art Deco house floor plans: what to keep and what to change
Updating Art Deco house colours: staying sympathetic to the era
Essential upgrades to Art Deco homes to make them warm and energy efficient
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