art deco
noun
art de·co
ˌärt-ˈde-ˌkō 
ˌär(t)-dā-ˈkō,
ˈär(t)-ˈdā-(ˌ)
often capitalized A&D
: a popular design style of the 1920s and 1930s characterized especially by bold outlines, geometric and zigzag forms, and the use of new materials (such as plastic)
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The vibe at the new spot blends rich art deco elements with upmarket Hill Country flare and flavor.
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Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 19 Dec. 2024
Best Hotels and Resorts Maison Rouge Strasbourg Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection
Maison Rouge Strasbourg Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection is a characteristic stay with art deco style, modern facilities, and five-star service.
—Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 19 Dec. 2024
The Pemberton House will now serve as a dining space with art deco style.
—Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic, 17 Dec. 2024
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach In the Miami hotel’s art deco lobby, Neiman Marcus Bal Harbour trims the tree with ornaments from Jim Marvin, who created holiday displays for Jackie Kennedy and Andy Warhol.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 19 Dec. 2024
Best Hotels and Resorts Maison Rouge Strasbourg Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection
Maison Rouge Strasbourg Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection is a characteristic stay with art deco style, modern facilities, and five-star service.
—Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 19 Dec. 2024
The Pemberton House will now serve as a dining space with art deco style.
—Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic, 17 Dec. 2024
The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach In the Miami hotel’s art deco lobby, Neiman Marcus Bal Harbour trims the tree with ornaments from Jim Marvin, who created holiday displays for Jackie Kennedy and Andy Warhol.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Art deco.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/art%20deco. Accessed 3 Jan. 2025.
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