1960s design interior

The 1960’s Revolution The 1960’s saw a major turning point in our cultural, artistic, scientific, and social evolution. Influenced by significant political events, scient…

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Home décor in 1965 was, you might say, perfection - the high water mark in 20th century interiors. Why? It was the midpoint between the conservative style of the 1940s and 50s and the over-the-top styles of the late 1960s and 70s

If you’ve kept an eye on home design trends over the past few years, you’ll know that everything from 1980s-era squiggles to retro 1960s patterns have re-entered the style rotation — oftentimes paired together, no less. The term “decade dabblers” has officially entered the 21st century interior lexicon, too, as renters and homeowners harness decorating with blasts from multiple decades past.

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LOVE! 60s living room

late 1960's green and yellow kitchen.

Floor to ceiling Beatles posters? Check.

Family Circle

From Seventeen, March 1963

Artwork and accessories should be unique and interesting items. Avoid traditional art and opt for more expressionist pieces. Every item needs to make a statement and have a story. Kitsch is all about taking the bland and the norm and creating something wild and special.

Who needs furniture when you've got a pit! Detail from an ad for Mosaic Tile Company 1966.