Decorative and eclectic · United States · 1930s–1950s

Hollywood Regency

Hollywood Regency interiors combine compact classical symmetry with glossy finishes, dramatic contrast, curved upholstery, and theatrical reflective accents.

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Mood
Decorative and eclectic
Hollywood Regency salon with an ivory curved sofa, black lacquer chairs, mirrored doors, brass tables, marble, and a large abstract painting.
02 Field note

How the room is composed

layout
Formal but sociable seating arrangements use paired chairs, central cocktail tables, mirrored axes, and clearly framed architectural vistas.
materials
Lacquer, antiqued mirror, brass, polished marble, velvet, silk, glass, and occasional exotic-pattern veneers or prints.
furniture
Curved sofas, lacquered club chairs, slender consoles, upholstered stools, and brass-framed tables balance glamour with compact proportions.
lighting
Shaded urn lamps, crystal or brass fixtures, mirrored reflections, and precise accent lights produce controlled evening drama.
decoration
Large modern artworks, classical urns, tailored cushions, and bold colour accents punctuate a disciplined black-and-ivory foundation.