1940s style home

I showcase 8 distinct looks popular in 1940s interior design. Furniture, colors & decor inside 1940s homes were sunny, patriotic, 'sanitary' & more.

Hannah Hall, from Nottingham, bought a 1920s-era house in 2016 and decided to unearth its old charm, after copping a working 1940s gas cooker for £16 on eBay.

Step back in time to the 1940s, an era of charming interiors that blend practicality with flair. As wartime innovations trickled into the home, people became creative with materials and design, resulting in spaces that were both elegant and functional. From the rise of Mid-Century Modern furniture to the timeless appeal of pastel color palettes, the 1940s hold a treasure trove of interior design ideas that continue to inspire. Whether you're drawn to bold geometric patterns or the soft…

Karen Sawyer's Washington state house's style is like an "estate sale in a greenhouse."

Hannah Hall, from Nottingham, bought a 1920s-era house in 2016 and decided to unearth its old charm, after copping a working 1940s gas cooker for £16 on eBay.

Walk around Ad Hickley and Pam McMillan's country cottage and you’ll think time has stopped in the 1940s, after they created a replica of household life during World War II.

Dive headfirst into the world of vintage glamour as we explore how you can recreate the captivating essence of 1940s interior design in your own home.

Over the last century, our homes have changed dramatically in both the way they look and function. From changing interior fashions to new technology, the timeline of house design has been constantly on the move. Whether you're a baby boomer or first-wave millennial, let's take a trip down memory lane...