The Fairmount Peace Hotel, Shanghai
Old fashioned glamour and geometric shapes make for a stunning structure rising on the city’s riverfront district. This iconic landmark has held significant social influence since 1929 with glamorous accommodation restored to its original art deco styling making it an excellent playground for interior inspiration.
The Savoy, London
On the banks of the River Thames in London one encounters Art Deco at its finest! The Savoy sports unique rooms filled with character and stylish furniture rich in colours, not to mention the iconic stainless-steel canopy over the Savoy Court. A recent restoration revealed its Edwardian grandeur mixed with memorabilia from the Jazz Age for wonderful ideas.
The Raleigh, Miami
With over 800 structures that fit the bill in Miami’s Art Deco district it was a tough decision, but arguably the most famous of them all are this lavishly decorated marvel with the oh-so-retro swimming pool, probably the most iconic feature in several films over the years!
Imperial Hotel, Prague
One of the most elegant Art Deco hotels complete with antique bath tubs, luxurious beds and Cubist furnishings – a true blast from the past! The Café Imperial were frequented by many a famous artist with original Art Nouveau hand painted ceramic tiles, walls, mosaic ceilings and stunning pillars. Combining the two styles so elegantly this truly is an impressive building to get your creativity flowing!
The Chatwal Hotel, New York
A stunning hotel and home to the famous Lamb’s Club frequented by names such as John Wayne and Fred Astaire. The empire Art Deco style perfectly suites New York and evokes thoughts of exotic travel destinations, a trendy night life and the great jet age. The hotel is a pallet of rich hues including ruby, saffron and sepia to compliment the chrome features throughout the hotel – an elegant and glamorous portrait for interior ideas!
Hotel Martinez, Cannes
A-lister accommodation of choice for the film festival, right on the Croisette, this is a standout hotel on the Riviera. Elegant, classic and considered a beacon of European Art Deco architecture with many of its original designs still visible throughout the building.
The Betsy, Miami
Designed during the Art Deco boom with chic design and fresh colonial communal areas creating a brilliant marriage of contemporary art, modern attitude and exotic inspiration. A stylish boutique hotel to inspire new ideas for living spaces.
Claridge’s, London
A showcase of top British designers of the 1920s, grand English style, timeless glamour and impeccable service! Claridge’s is an Art Deco jewel mixed with natural forms of Art Nouveau and modern influences of Cubism and Futurism. Bold lines and sweeping curves are perfect for this season’s trends!
Get the look with these trendy Art Deco furnishings:
1. Eichholtz Tuxedo Trolley in Silver, 2 Audrey Dressing Table Mirror, 3. Eichholtz Goldoni Chair, 4. Jonathan Charles Geometry Cabinet, 5. Klein Copper Wall Clock, 6. Jonathan Charles Artanis Nesting Tables, 7. Jonathan Charles Symmetry Chest of Drawers, 8. Eichholtz Adam Occasional Chair Albin Green, 9. Eichholtz Mirror le Salerno
Image sources: Peace Hotel Shanghai, Savoy London, Raleigh Hotel Miami, Hotel Imperial Prague, The Chatwal New York, Hotel Martinez Cannes, The Betsy Hotel Miami, Claridges London
Adolph
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