Flowing lines borrowed from plants, around 1900.

Art Nouveau

Art Nouveau takes its shapes from nature: stems, vines, lilies and dragonflies drawn in long curving lines. It is ornamental but soft, with stained glass, carved wood and iron that seems to grow. It suits older homes with good bones and anyone who finds straight lines cold.

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What makes it Art Nouveau

The five things to get right. Everything else is taste.

Art Nouveau color palettes

Palette Mossy greens, mustard, lilac, peacock blue and warm browns, with cream.
Materials Carved oak and walnut, wrought iron, stained and etched glass, ceramic tile with botanical motifs.
Furniture Curved backs and legs, inlaid cabinets, pieces that look drawn in one line.
Textiles Botanical prints with whiplash curves, embroidered linens, tapestry-weight fabrics.
Lighting Lamps with glass petals, iron stems, a stained-glass pendant.

Ordinary rooms, in Art Nouveau

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An ordinary family kitchen with honey-oak cabinets and a black fridge — Kitchen Try this on mine

The same kitchen in the Art Nouveau style — Kitchen Try this on mine

An ordinary living room with a gray sofa, a TV on a stand and net curtains — Living room Try this on mine

The same living room in the Art Nouveau style — Living room Try this on mine

An ordinary bedroom with a pine wardrobe, a dark headboard and a gray duvet — Bedroom Try this on mine

The same bedroom in the Art Nouveau style — Bedroom Try this on mine

Art Nouveau ideas, room by room

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A tall Art Nouveau closet made of warm honey-toned wood stands against a light wall, featuring curved frames, carved crown details, and four patterned glass side panels with peacock-feather motifs. Decorative bead-like knobs in purple and blue, small wire baskets, and a brass hanging rod add functional charm, while vine wall accents and a bentwood chair reinforce the organic style.

A narrow walk-in closet in Art Nouveau style with hand-painted floral wall murals, curved decorative woodwork, and open shelving on both sides. The floor is covered in patterned floral tile, and warm amber ceiling lights add a soft glow.

A compact Art Nouveau closet tucked beneath a sloped ceiling, featuring curved oak cabinetry with floral inlays, a round stained-glass window with green leaf motifs, and built-in open shelves. A pink patterned curtain hangs beside the storage area, and warm yellow tile and plaster surfaces create a cozy, handcrafted feel.

A richly detailed Art Nouveau closet with carved wooden wardrobes lining the walls, stained-glass cabinet doors, and a central oval storage island with open shelves. Floral vine murals wrap the cream walls and ceiling, while tall windows on both sides bring in soft natural light.

A small closet interior painted olive green, featuring black wrought-iron scrollwork along the sides and top, a warm amber pendant light, and a back panel covered in poppy floral wallpaper. A beige fabric storage bin sits on the lower shelf, adding a soft neutral contrast.

An Art Nouveau closet with ornate carved wood furnishings, a large arched mirror framed by floral motifs, and stained-glass table lamps. Soft green walls with decorative floral borders, curved brass hanging rods, and a window with colored glass panels create a romantic, handcrafted atmosphere.

A small Art Nouveau closet room with curved oak cabinetry built into the walls, featuring carved floral panels and flowing organic lines. A decorative stained-glass door stands open in the foreground, and a small wooden stool sits beneath the cabinets near a floral tile border.

A narrow open closet or shelving unit stands in a soft, light-filled bedroom. It features a warm wood top and sculpted side panel with flowing Art Nouveau curves, open wooden shelves, a decorative botanical wallpaper back panel in muted green, and a small stained-glass accent on the top shelf.

A narrow guest bedroom in Art Nouveau style features a carved oak wardrobe wall with flowing floral motifs, a sculpted wood bed, and matching bedside tables. Soft cream walls, wood floors, and stained-glass details around the window create a warm, elegant atmosphere.

A narrow guest bedroom with a single bed dressed in white bedding and an olive green throw. The room features a carved wooden headboard, decorative peacock-style tile behind the bed, a floral line motif on the closet door, and a small stained-glass wall sconce beside a window with a beige Roman shade.

A small Art Nouveau guest bedroom with a carved wooden bed, floral bedding in soft green and pink, and an ornate headboard. The room features hand-painted vine motifs, stained glass panels, amber pendant lights, and a decorative wooden bedside cabinet, creating a warm vintage atmosphere.

A serene guest bedroom in Art Nouveau style with a carved wooden bed, soft white bedding, pale green decorative wall panels, and a wicker rocking chair. Sunlight filters through a stained-glass window with blue and yellow accents, warming the worn wood floor and a matching wooden chest.

A small guest bedroom with a single bed dressed in white linens, a stained-glass table lamp on a wooden nightstand, and Art Nouveau vine murals painted around the walls. A large window brings in soft evening light, and a wooden luggage rack sits beside the bed, creating a cozy vintage atmosphere.

A serene guest bedroom with an ornate carved wooden bed, a matching curved wood loveseat at the foot, and tall arched windows trimmed in green. A small fireplace with floral tile surrounds adds an Art Nouveau touch, while soft white bedding and muted cream walls create a calm, elegant atmosphere.

A quiet guest bedroom features a wooden bed with a carved headboard, white bedding, and wicker storage baskets underneath. A stained-glass table lamp and bentwood chair sit beside a tall window, while pale green floral Art Nouveau wallpaper and flowing wall trim add a decorative, vintage feel.

A cozy attic guest bedroom features a carved wooden bed with an ornate Art Nouveau floral headboard, olive green bedding, and warm beige walls. A small stained-glass window with flower motifs and a decorative wood cabinet add handcrafted character.

Try first

Cheapest first. Each is something you could do this weekend, or say to Room AI now.

1 One botanical wallpaper on one wall carries most of the style on its own.
2 Look for a mirror or lamp with curved iron or wood; a single piece with the right line changes how the room reads.
3 Bring in real plants with long stems and big leaves, which echo the motifs.
4 Keep upholstery plain so the curves of the frames show.

What spoils it

The three things that turn Art Nouveau into something else.

Chrome, glass boxes and sharp corners.
Pastel florals on everything, which turn it into cottage.
Gold leaf and black lacquer in quantity, which tips it into Art Deco.

Say it to Room AI

Each of these starts a design in the app with that as the first message. Change any word.

“Redesign this bedroom in Art Nouveau, with a botanical wallpaper behind the bed and a carved wooden headboard.”

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“Replace the ceiling light with a stained-glass pendant and the curtains with a sage botanical print.”

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“Keep the layout; make the fireplace surround carved oak with a curved mirror above.”

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If you like Art Nouveau

The styles next door, which share most of the ingredients and change one or two.

Art Deco

Geometry, gloss and glamour from the 1920s.

Victorian

Rich, ornate and layered, from the 19th century.

Biophilic

As much living green and daylight as a room can hold.

See your own room in Art Nouveau.

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