Deco is in the details

High-contrast between white and black, strong vertical linear forms – as well as round, exaggerated curves – geometric details, jewel toned velvet, veiny marble, brushed brass and high-gloss finishes are all things to look for. And, since these pieces have such a strong inherent character and understated glamour, they’re best suited to a minimalist setting. Pick a few things you really, truly love with shapes, patterns or colours that complement one another and don’t overdo it.

Colour wise, bold use of red, black and white together balanced with softer, mid-range neutrals is the way to go. Try using Resene Dynamite and Resene Jalapeno with Resene Noir and Resene Alabaster on statement pieces and use colours like Resene Ethereal, Resene Eighth Stonewashed, Resene Napa and Resene Double Pravda on walls and floors for a well-rounded look.

If you dare to bring the drama of the roaring twenties into your interior, a stylish and swanky wallpaper is the perfect place to start. Try one of these designs from the Resene Wallpaper Collection – available from your local Resene ColorShop – to introduce some serious style.

In this on-trend art deco revival colour palette, the background is in Resene Ethereal with A4 drawdown paint swatches in (from left to right) Resene Noir, Resene Dynamite, Resene Jalapeno, Resene Double Pravda, Resene Napa, Resene Alabaster and Resene Eighth Stonewashed.

Top tip

For more wallpaper ideas, pick up the habitat plus – wallpaper booklet, which is available free from Resene ColorShops or online.

Did you know...

That new Resene Wallpaper Collections are regularly launched and older collections are usually deleted after three years, sometimes sooner? If you need to patch or replace damaged wallpaper later down the road, it may no longer be available. It’s a good idea to order more than what’s required just in case you need it later on.

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