Study the Thirties way

The Thirties was an era of stylish, sophisticated clothes as the decadence of the Twenties flappers gave way to a more sombre era. Likewise, with interiors, the art deco flamboyance of Twenties design developed into a more elegant style. Nell Darby has a comprehensive guide to introducing some Thirties elegance to your study area.

First of all your vintage study area will need to have the right basics: either a parquet floor or sturdy lino a well as  pale walls. Beige, pale green and coffee were also popular wall colours during the Thirties. If you’re lucky enough to have a fireplace, give it a Thirties feel by tiling the surround with plain, pale tiles.

To get the right vintage feeling for your workspace you have several options:  modernist, more traditional or a combination of the two. The modernist style creates a simple study with few distractions but can feel a bit austere. However, you could warm up the area with bright accessories or even a battered old leather sofa without losing the Thirties feel.

The desk and chair

The essential part of the study is a desk. Thirties desks were much as they are today, consisting of large surfaces with a couple of drawers either side. Oak was a popular choice of material for these desks, but plywood was also used as a cheaper option. Wooden swivel chairs will add additional Thirties flair.

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