Pop Art
Pop Art: a bold interior style for your home
Art and interior design have always been closely linked, but Pop Art took this relationship to a new level. The movement was not only connected to everyday life; it grew out of it. Now is a good time to bring Pop Art into your home.
The origins of Pop Art
Pop Art interiors take inspiration from the art movement that emerged in the 1950s and 1960s. It developed independently in the United States and the United Kingdom at around the same time. The name is short for "popular art".
Inspired by posters, comic books, advertising campaigns and packaging, artists such as Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol and Richard Hamilton turned everyday objects into works of art. Rather than inventing new icons, they reinterpreted familiar images.
Key features
From its bold colours and choice of artwork to its fresh take on familiar, everyday objects, Pop Art has a visual language all of its own. From the beginning, it brought graphic design and art together and connected art with everyday life. The only rule is to choose what you like.
Motifs are often taken out of their original context, isolated and given a new meaning. The frequently ironic tone can also be understood as a critique of consumer society.
Colours
Neon shades are characteristic of Pop Art interiors: accessories in bright yellow, furniture in vivid royal blue and textiles in bold pink. Combine the colours as you like – the brighter, the more authentic. Wall colours can range from green and pink to red, often pairing two contrasting shades.
Our tip: for a more understated look, pair bright colours with a neutral backdrop, such as a light-coloured floor or furniture in muted shades. This lets the colours stand out while keeping the room fresh and light.
Furniture and accessories
Pop Art interiors are known for their bright, bold colours, but that does not mean every surface in your home needs to be vivid. As in art, contrast works well. Pop Art objects look particularly lively alongside more understated furnishings.
Furniture with rounded, clean lines recalls the 1960s. Classics from the period include the Egg Chair by Danish designer Arne Jacobsen and the cantilever "Panton Chair", designed by Danish designer Verner Panton.
Combine geometric accessories with retro motifs to create striking contrasts. Reproductions and original posters make it easy to add characteristic Pop Art accents to your home.
Have fun experimenting and refreshing your interior.
