Art Deco Game Room Ideas
A art deco game room offers a solid design foundation with plenty of room for personal expression. Jazz Age glamour with geometric boldness. This combination draws on art deco's signature elements—bold geometric patterns and sunburst and chevron motifs—to transform your game room into a space that's both beautiful and functional.
Why Art Deco Works for Game Rooms
Art Deco can work well in a game room when you balance the style's core elements with the room's functional needs. Focus on bold geometric patterns while ensuring the space still serves its purpose: game rooms provide dedicated space for recreational activities: video gaming, table games (pool, ping pong, foosball), board games, darts, and general entertainment. they serve as gathering spaces for casual fun. Select materials like Lacquered wood or Polished brass that can handle the demands of this room.
When designing a art deco game room, consider accommodating different game types. Art Deco design typically addresses this through sunburst and chevron motifs. Also keep in mind the room's task lighting over game tables and game equipment (cues, paddles, etc.) when selecting furniture and finishes.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Creates a cohesive art deco aesthetic
- Bold geometric patterns
- Art Deco color palette works well for game rooms
- Quality materials like Lacquered wood add lasting value
- Flexible layout options for different game room sizes
Cons
- Some art deco materials may need practical substitutes
- Game Room challenge: Accommodating different game types
- Limited to art deco-appropriate color choices
- Premium art deco pieces can be costly
Design Tips
Start with a base of black and gold to establish the art deco foundation
Choose a curved club chairs as your anchor piece, complemented by essential game room items
Incorporate Lacquered wood and Polished brass to achieve authentic art deco texture
Layer lighting with tiered chandeliers to create depth and ambiance
For layout, allow adequate clearance around game tables
Address storage with game equipment (cues, paddles, etc.) in art deco style
Add personality with sunburst mirrors and clocks and geometric sculptures
Color Palette
Black
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Gold
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Cream
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Deep Teal
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Ruby Red
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Emerald
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Materials
- Lacquered wood
- Polished brass
- Marble and onyx
- Velvet
- Chrome and nickel
- Mirror panels
- Exotic woods like Macassar ebony
Essential Furniture
- Primary game element (pool table, gaming setup, etc.)
- Comfortable seating
- Appropriate lighting
- Storage for games
- Curved club chairs
- Lacquered cocktail cabinet
- Sunburst mirror
Decor Accents
- Sunburst mirrors and clocks
- Geometric sculptures
- Crystal decanters
- Gold-framed artwork
- Art Deco figurines
- Stepped candleholders
Space & Budget Guidance
Small Space Tips
Art Deco's boldness can overwhelm small spaces if overdone. Use it as accents: a sunburst mirror, geometric lamp, gold accessories. Keep walls light and let Deco pieces be the stars. For a small game room: Small game rooms focus on one primary activity: a gaming setup, dartboard, or card table. Multi-functional furniture helps. Even compact spaces can provide entertainment value.
Large Space Tips
Large spaces can embrace full Art Deco drama with lacquered furniture, bold geometric wallpaper, substantial lighting fixtures, and rich color throughout. Create glamorous conversation areas with Deco seating groups. In a larger game room: Large game rooms can become full recreation centers: pool table, gaming area, bar, seating lounge, and perhaps arcade machines. Space for groups and parties.
Budget-Friendly
Focus on impactful accessories: sunburst mirrors and clocks, geometric candleholders, gold-framed prints. DIY geometric patterns with tape and paint. Thrift stores often have Deco-inspired pieces from 80s revivals.
Luxury Approach
Source authentic vintage Art Deco furniture from dealers, commission custom lacquerwork, install dramatic Deco-style lighting, and specify premium materials (marble, exotic woods, brass) throughout.
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