There's such a wide range of styles within this period of time, that it’s difficult to generalise. However, it’s safe to say that if your home is a small, boxy semi, you’re safer going for a streamlined scheme with furniture in simple shapes and a colour schemes in light shades.
It's also worth using all the space-enhancing tricks you can, from large mirrors in every room to paintwork and wallpaper with a soft sheen. As for accessories, a few well-chosen pieces from the period will look fabulous - a room full of 1920s or 1930s furniture won't sit well with the widescreen TV and stereo…
If yours is a classic Art Deco home, lucky you. Go to town, enjoy - you've probably got the space and style to do really go to town with original buys and authentic pieces.
The Twentieth Century Society's aim is to help protect architecture dating from 1914.
www.c20society.org.uk
Window Wallpaper is the modern way to create an etched glass look for windows, door panels and any glass surface.
www.windowwallpaper.co.uk
Deco World sells quality Art Deco pieces at reasonable prices.
www.deco-world.com
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