Proving that good design ideas never go out of style, this 1935 ad for Armstrong floors contains some great features that we'd be mistaken to think of as fleeting trends: chalkboards, oversized maps, and the clever use of built-ins for shelving, bed and workspace. Even the boldly geometric polka-dotted upholstery is spot-on.
(We have to admit, however, that, ironically, the flooring does not quite work for us.)
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are you sure this is from 1935? because it looks more like 1965 . . . either way, it's awesome! i think that's just a window seat and not a bed, but did you spy the pom-pom trim curtains - didn't you guys just post those (in yellow)?
Too bad about that carpet though... :)
this is a very clever room. if it is from 1935 i can only imagine how terribly extravagant this would have seemed!
I think the carpet works actually.
I think maybe 1953, not 1935. Actually, I'm sure it's not 1935.
The shape of Mickey Mouses' head is a strong clue to when this picture is from...
Love it all! Even, no especially, that crazy carpet.
This room is amazing! And the floor isn't a carpet - Armstrong Flooring made/still makes linoleum flooring - this is linoleum. They used to make the most amazing patterns - every kind of floral, tons of geometrics, kids linoleum with fairy tale characters or even Roy Rogers. Vintage ads for linoleum have some of the best decorating ideas because they all really play with pattern. I've found a few rolls of vintage linoleum at antique shows and you can find them on eBay.
I've done a little research. The Mickey doll is more reminiscent of the 1930's version. The 1950's version is more rounded, cherubic, and animated. This room is definitely from the 1930's, amazing.
I love the furnishings and pull-out desk!