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Create a Retro Style Home

Are you feeling nostalgic for the good old days? Sounds like it’s about time for you to bring the past into the present, and update your home into the ultimate retro throwback!

Firstly, it’s important to select your era so you can base the rest of your decisions around your chosen year - this will help you to decide on your overall retro home decor. Once you’ve chosen your year, make sure you immerse yourself in the culture by watching the films and listening to the music so your creativity can start to flow!

See our carefully curated retro collection inspired by the past. It’s full of retro flair products that are all approved by our interior designer.

How to create a retro flair home:

  • Pick an era and stick to it – 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s are all great for retro inspiration
  • Add modern touches that are sympathetic to the style so it doesn’t just feel like an old room – like a freestanding bath or sleek blinds and curtains
  • Experiment with colour and don’t be afraid to mix it up – green and pink, blue and yellow, orange and brown, green and orange, etc. - whatever you like!
  • Stick to light paint on walls so the colour is not overwhelming and use a few statement pieces in stronger tones
  • Opt for a pedestal sink for a real retro flair
  • Wallpaper or artwork (or both) are great for evoking a bygone era
  • The right tiles are essential – do your homework on the colours and patterns that will work best

Traps to avoid:

  • Mixing incongruous styles – like 70s paisley prints with 50s diner tiles
  • Being too literal – after all, you don’t actually want a 1950s home! Find clever ways to pay homage to the era with a modern aesthetic
  • Making the space feel closed in - the style needs to be adapted to the size of the room

Retro Flair

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  • Eight Quarters Terrazzo Sample Pack | The Blue Space
    $35

    Eight Quarters Terrazzo Sample Pack

    Gorgeous little sample boxes to help you choose from Eight Quarters' Terrazzo Collection finishes Sample pack includes all 4 of Eight Quarters' un...

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  • Fienza Lillian Multifunction Rail Shower - Matte Black
    Original price $1,399
    Current price $1,200

    Fienza Lillian Multifunction Rail Shower - Matte Black

    Gorgeous heritage style shower on rail with rain shower and hand shower combo Matte Black Electroplated Finish Integrated top water inlet/diverte...

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  • Fienza Lillian Shepherds Crook Basin Set - Matte Black
    Original price $325
    Current price $276

    Fienza Lillian Shepherds Crook Basin Set - Matte Black

    Popular modern vintage styling Matte Black electroplated finish Vintage cross handle design Swivel function Brass construction 1/4 turn ceramic ...

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  • Fienza Lillian Rail Shower - Matte Black heritage style shower
    $360

    Fienza Lillian Rail Shower - Matte Black

    Heritage style shower design in gorgeous matte black finish Popular modern vintage styling Easily slide the hand shower up and down the rail using...

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  • Thermogroup Thermorad Single Horizontal 500mm Heated In-Wall Panel Towel Dryer - The Blue Space
    Original price $475
    Current price $367

    Thermogroup Thermorad Heated In-Wall Panel Towel Dryer

    Thermorad provides a revolutionary new way to dry your towels. The Thermorad panel provides an opportunity to make any towel rail a towel dryer wit...

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  • Nood Co Conscious Colour Range Sample Pack - The Blue Space
    Original price $45
    Current price $41

    Nood Co Conscious Colour Range Sample Pack

    Gorgeous little sample boxes to help you choose a Nood Co concrete basin colour Sample pack includes all 6 of Nood Co's stunning concrete colours:...

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  • Momo Handles Florencia Concentric Knob 33mm Matt Black - The Blue Space
    $12

    Momo Handles Florencia Concentric Knob 33mm Matt Black

    Gorgeous cabinet handle for your bathroom vanity or kitchen cabinets Traditional design Available in four stunning colours The Florencia range i...

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  • Fienza Lillian Bath Outlet - Matte Black - The Blue Space
    $130

    Fienza Lillian Bath Outlet - Matte Black

    Popular modern vintage styling Matte black electroplated finish Brass construction Wall Mounted Push-fit installation Reach 220mm Female 1/2 BSP ...

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  • Fienza Lillian Glass Shelf - Matte Black Online at The Blue Space
    $110

    Fienza Lillian Glass Shelf - Matte Black

    Stunning classic design, perfect for traditional style bathrooms  Durable Matte Black Finish to match your tapware and other bathroom accessories...

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  • Nidus Mediterranean Altro Privacy Levers Matte Black online at The Blue Space
    $101

    Nidus Mediterranean Altro Privacy Door Handle Set Matte Black

    A Privacy Set suitable for internal doors where you may require privacy, such as bathrooms and master bedrooms Nidus Mediterranean Altro Privacy...

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  • Momo Handles Florencia Bow Handle 76mm Matt Black - The Blue Space
    $13

    Momo Handles Florencia Bow Handle 76mm Matt Black

    Gorgeous cabinet handle for your bathroom vanity or kitchen cabinets Traditional design Available in four stunning colours The Florencia range i...

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    CRL Perth Round Shower Screen Knob Matte Black

    Brass construction Suitable for 6mm-12mm thick glass 12mm hole in glass Description Made of solid brass, the CRL Perth Round Shower Screen Kno...

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  • Turner Hastings Birmingham Close Coupled Toilet at The Blue Space
    Original price $2,798
    Current price $2,518

    Turner Hastings Birmingham Close Coupled Toilet

    Handcrafted in the heart of England A beautiful bathroom basin design inspired by the Victorian era Gloss white ceramic finish Waste Set Out is ...

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    Fienza Lillian Shepherds Crook Sink Mixer - Matte Black

    Popular modern vintage styling Matte black electroplated finish Vintage cross handle design Swivel function Designed for kitchen and above count...

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  • Fienza Claw Foot Freestanding Slipper Bath Matte Black Feet - The Blue Space
    Original price $1,799
    Current price $1,529

    Fienza Claw Foot Bath - Matte Black Feet

    Freestanding claw foot design makes a luxurious statement piece for your bathroom renovation Gloss White Acrylic bath Traditional slipper-shape w...

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  • Telbix Delmar ES Wall Light in Black | The Blue Space
    Original price $172
    Current price $149

    Telbix Delmar ES Wall Light Black

    1 light Wall Light compatible with ES (E27) Max 25W Globe sold separately, add to your order to complete the look A fusion of simple shade design ...

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  • Turner Hastings Mayer Pivot Oval Mirror - Matte Black - The Blue Space
    Original price $899
    Current price $809

    Turner Hastings Mayer Pivot Oval Mirror 620mm x 538mm - Matte Black

    A gorgeous heritage style oval mirror featuring a pivot function Matte Black surround and wall fixings Thick-plated bevelled mirror Includes conc...

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    Castella Century Handle Satin Nickel

    Classic Hamptons style design  Lifetime guarantee Available in three finishes & two sizes  Description A classic Italian cabinet handle d...

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  • Eight Quarters Montalto Small Rectangle Classic Black Rim Basin - The Blue Space
    Original price $375
    Current price $319

    Eight Quarters Montalto Small Rectangle Classic Black Rim Basin

    Rectangle above counter basin design with a stylish black rim Gloss white ceramic basin 510mm x 395mm x 135mm Manufactured from vitreous china No...

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  • Telbix Cantena ES 15cm Pendant - Black | The Blue Space
    Original price $218
    Current price $144

    Telbix Cantena ES 15cm Pendant Black

    EOFY Clearance - Only a few left at this price! 1 light Pendant light compatible with ES(E27) Max 25W globe Globe sold separately, add to your ord...

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  • Hume Joinery LIN10 SPM Interior Door - The Blue Space
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    Hume Joinery LIN10 SPM Interior Door 2040x820x35

    Ideal choice for a range of styles, from traditional to contemporary, such as Hamptons and Scandi. Structured glass panels allow for an abundanc...

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  • Hume Carringbush XCB1 SPM Entrance Door 2040x820x40 - The Blue Space
    from $1,079

    Hume Carringbush XCB1 SPM Entrance Door 2040x820x40

    Classic heritage design reflects the beauty of the Victorian era, providing any building with a touch of luxury and sophistication.  Meticulousl...

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