Art deco is the style for you, if you like a bit of drama in your interior. It emerged in the 1920s and 30s and is all about geometry, luxurious materials and symmetry. Today it's back, not as a complete style transformation, but as striking details that lift an otherwise understated room.
Dims Studio's own figures: Among the items sold in the art deco interior category from November 2025 to October 2026, 76% were wholly or partly made of brass (more than 400 items sold), confirming brass as art deco's signature material. The items also have an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars across 49 customer reviews.
What is art deco?
Art deco is characterised by sharp geometric shapes, repeated patterns, sunburst motifs and a fondness for shiny, exclusive materials such as brass, marble and mirrored glass. It's elegant and confident, a counter-reaction to the spartan.
Geometric shapes
The geometric is art deco's DNA: fan shapes, zigzags, circles and trapezoids. You can bring it in with wall decor, patterned textiles or a vase with a striking, sculptural silhouette.
Brass and metal
Brass is art deco's signature material. A set of brass knobs on the chest of drawers, a brass jar on the shelf or brass hooks in the hallway instantly add the warm, golden glow the style thrives on.
Mirrors and glass
Mirrors are central to art deco, they reflect the light and enhance the feeling of glamour. A mirror with a bold frame quickly becomes the room's eye-catcher. Combine with glass decor that catches the light.
How to work it in
You don't need to go all-in. Choose two to three art deco elements, a mirror, a set of brass knobs and a geometric vase, and let them play off a more neutral background. See more art deco interior at Dims Studio.
