When you think of the termArt Deco, you probably picture the 1920s and 1930s: bold geometry, lavish materials, glossy surfaces, and a sense of forward-looking glamour. The style emerged after the First World War as a reaction to the flowing organic forms of Art Nouveau, embracing instead the machine age, speed, and luxury. In interior design, Art Deco interiors combine strong lines and symmetry with sumptuous textures: think mirrored surfaces, lacquered woods, chrome or brass metalwork, rich velvet upholstery, and patterns that celebrate geometry.