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Art Deco Furniture Designs

Troy Smith Translates 20s Art Movements into Contemporary Furniture

— February 13, 2018 — Art & Design
Troy Smith has become known as the "Modern Day Renaissance Man" due to his stylish and vibrant art deco furniture designs. Troy's lovely home furniture encompasses the spirit of the 1920s and features structural elements like textured rebar, light-shifting glass, exotic woods and premium leather.

The 'Flute Sofa' is a staple of Troy Smith's art deco furniture designs. This piece boasts French velvet material that elegantly wraps the tubular components, making out the exuberant and romantic seat.

Troy's second collection features a more innovative material, called 'The Crazy Glass.' Expressing the magical attitude of the roaring 20s, the material is able to change color, depending on the direction and intensity of the various sources of lighting.

Photo Credits: Troy Smith
Trend Themes
1. Art Deco Furniture Designs - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring new ways to incorporate elements of the 1920s art movement into contemporary furniture designs.
2. Textured Rebar and Light-shifting Glass - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing new materials that combine structural elements like textured rebar and light-shifting glass to create unique and visually captivating furniture designs.
3. Exotic Woods and Premium Leather - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Finding sustainable alternatives to exotic woods and premium leather for art deco furniture designs while maintaining the luxurious and high-quality aesthetic.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrating advanced manufacturing techniques, such as 3D printing or robotics, into the production of art deco furniture to streamline the process and improve customization options.
2. Interior Design - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embracing the art deco design principles and incorporating them into interior design trends, offering clients a unique and visually stunning aesthetic for their spaces.
3. Material Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Researching and developing new materials with properties similar to textured rebar and light-shifting glass to revolutionize the furniture industry and enable the creation of innovative designs.
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