The bold and confident vibe that comes from the vibrant colors and shapes inspired by the Seventies, the Boho Chic and retro glam are tendencies that translate easily into today’s dynamic interior decor. So, the retro inspiration is visible every way you look at the trendy design scene. Some elements and key pieces are must do, their era-defining shapes, their textural feel and color richness, and of course the unique lighting schemes and lampshades are also pretty characteristic and can shift the whole decor appearance in no time. So, where to look when a desire to add a touch of bigness and unique shapes from the 70s style is upon you? We have selected a few strong examples coming from renowned brands and designers that carry a distinctive retro feel entwined with their unique, artistic and contemporary features.

At Ambiente, the Frankfurt’s trade fair, the British designer Bethan Gray realized a café décor that features fantastic colors, shapes, and elements inspired by the seashore and beach vibe with a distinctive retro vibe. The intriguing symmetry, rich textures, and mutter colors entwine in re-energizing harmony that implements the specific energy of Cafe Jade Serenity. The exquisite materials palate – Italian veneer, marquetry and solid brass, applied by master craftsmen and the collaboration with remarkable Shamsian Collection make this dynamic decor something not to miss when searching for inspiration.

The renowned Italian brand Moroso also offers a contemporary treat with a unique expression, inspired by the tactile sensation, color and gadget details from an earlier era. Rugs “The One or The Other”.

Instant Panorama composition is a new concept curated by Studiopepe that express its strong characteristic color, materials and shapes combination in a contemporary way with a hint of retro.

Another intriguing element is the Gelosia Screen, the bottle green aspects of the decor offer rich textural feel to the composition: from metal lattice to the luxurious velvet of Beetle Chairs. The iconic Gubi round-table, lit by the elegant design of the Mobile Chandelier 8 by Michael Anastassiades rounds up the intriguing interior.

The architects Andrea Marcante and Adelaide Testa from the renowned design studio UdAArchitectspresent us with its vital and chic interior decor composition for a small apartment in Milan.

Space entwines bold contemporary solutions with retro hints and unexpected materials such as Vienna straw and wicker, and lively patterns are juxtaposing the monochrome elements. Inspired by nature and its reflections (beautiful old trees visible through large windows, floral patterned wallpapers throughout the space and abundance of green) the apartment interior features intriguing and artistic details, unique pieces of furniture and such a vital color palette that space grabs your imagination and won’t let go.

The key design factors at play are bold colors in retro tones: custom made joinery, an array of eccentric materials and of course the intriguing system of black metal frames that runs throughout the apartment, breaks the vertical volumes and support the lighting fixtures. Vintage pieces of furniture: some previously owned, some custom made by the architects (like kitchen brass laminate and lacquered wood cabinets) compose an ambiance of unique charm and undoubted value. Trendy materials: like the gorgeous terrazzo flooring, the colored glass partitions, and metal lattices only enhance the strong visual impact of this complicated and stylish interior.