Hollywood Regency
Posted on Jun 11, 2009 by Donna Sapolin
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Written by Donna Sapolin
The Hollywood Regency style was characterized by high glamour and glitz and emerged through the work of interior designers, such as Dorothy Draper, Elsie de Wolfe, and William (Billy) Haines, who decorated the homes of film luminaries in Hollywood’s Golden Age of the 1930s.
Furnishings combined clean lines with fancy detailing and shiny finishes to transform homes into luxurious showpieces fit for celebrities and the fashionable lifestyles they led under the glare of publicity. Reflective surfaces achieved with lacquer and chrome and mirrors were prominent along with shiny architectural hardware, velvet drapes, silk lampshades, glimmering chandeliers, thickly sculpted rugs, and faux fur accents. The pieces, sophisticated and gemlike in their appeal, were scaled to let the stars that used them stand out from their surroundings. They reinforced the prominence of the room’s occupants, fueling social interaction and an elegant, upbeat atmosphere conducive to entertainment and escapism. An offshoot of the Art Deco style, the forms incorporated sensuous curves, geometric pattern and a high degree of artisanship resulting in luxe textures. The palette revolved around whites and creams and blacks. Today’s interpretations of the style, reacting to the minimalism and neutral palettes of modernism, incorporate a variety of influences, from Art Deco and mid-century to neoclassical and opulent glam; the lustrous wares are decorative and often wear coats of brilliant color. Like any great movie, Hollywood Regency is a style that will continue to be revisited and remade.
Photo Above Courtesy of Designer Robert Passal.
VIEW EXAMPLES OF HOLLYWOOD REGENCY PRODUCTS ON DECORATI
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Hollywood Regency Products on Decorati |
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 Mirror by James Duncan Collections |
 Barstool by Michael Traylor Designs, Ltd. |
 Wallcovering by Studio Printworks |
 Side Table by Mario Grimaldi |
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View Rooms Inspired by the Hollywood Regency Style
Photo Above Courtesy of Designer Ernest De La Torre.
Photo Above Courtesy of Designer Robert Passal.
Photos Above Courtesy of Designer White Webb and Decorati Partner Hayes de Fer.
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OTHER ONLINE RESOURCES:
From House to Home- Hollywood Regency
Father of Hollywood Regency Style- Billy Haines
Hollywood Regency- Kimberley Seldon
BLOGS:
Hatch Blog- Hollywood Regency 101
Patrick J. Baglino Interior Design Blog- Hollywood Regency
James Stuart Duncan- Hollywood Regency
Material Girls Blog- Hollywood Glam
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The chandelier pictured has such a timeless look. These color combinations ...
I came across this blog - interesting read
Thanks, Golden Hollywood. Please enjoy and check back soon. –Shane
It is so nice to see such great info on this design style. I am using an adaptation of HR in my own home. The photos you have posted are inspirational! Thanks for this resource!- Sandee
Great pictures really enjoyed your information. i love the style and the picture of the office with the colors very dramatic.
Nice article on Hollywood Regency, but I beg to differ on the palette being black and white. This is a common misconception because of the the old black-and-white movies. The late 30’s were a very colorful time in design as people sought to shake the gloom of the Depression years. Growing up in California, I recall neighbors houses, and later, vintage Hollywood Regency furnishings, done in light blue, red, kelly green, bronze, yellow, and teal. Upholstery fabrics, especially sofas, were often plain wiht bright pillow accents. Accent chairs would sometimes be a bold chintz, loud damask or wide stripe. Some of the movie sets were stunning in black and white film, but might in reality have been black and fuschia or parrot green. Objets d’art were very important. Some of the furniture designers, such as Billy Haines, may have showed their pieces in neutrals in the catalog, but generally I think color was more the norm, especially as the style continued to evolve into the 40’s and 50’s. If you’d like to read more, I have a nice article on my website: http://poshsurfside.com/what-is-hollywood-regency-design
hola, super lindos y muy agradables estos espacios, son muy llamativos una gran obra de arte y creatividad…ATT, Joseph Botero…