In the 1970's, in the midst of the economic boom, society put a lot of hope in the progress of science and projected technological advances into the years to come.
Whether in fashion, architecture, design or music, the retrofuturist movement takes its inspiration from the way the future and science fiction were imagined in the past. This optimistic (even idealistic) vision of the future is at the same time combined with a feeling of nostalgia, which evokes memories of the quest for a new world where everything was still possible.
THE CODES OF RETROFUTURISTIC DECORATION
Strongly influenced by the era of the space conquest of the 70s, we find the "futuristic" side in the rocket shaped lines and forms recalling the spaceships and flying saucers (domes, spheres, ovals). In today's interiors with sleeker lines, these types of shapes can be combined very well with decorative elements with geometric and organic lines.
The main visual element in the retro futuristic style is metal, also inspired by scientific equipment. It can be applied in small touches (lamps, decorative objects) but also in strong architectural gesture (a designer chair, a wall). Metal comes in several finishes, whether matte, textured, brushed or reflective. We can use aluminum, stainless steel or chrome.
To warm up this element you can add solid wood components and vibrant colors to the decoration. A few touches of leather will add more elegance and keeping the raw aspect of the materials (for example brick wall) will create a "loft" atmosphere. Items from the 70's found at flea markets (advertising posters, vintage metal toys, neon lights) can also amplify the "seventies" feel.