Art Deco, a Miami vintage dream
Miami Beach embraced the style of “Art Deco”, which originated in France, in the early 1930’s. Miami soon became a hub for stylish vacations, with its unique geometric facades, pastel colors, and textures. This iconic style has left a lasting mark on Miami Beach today.
After WW2, Art Deco experienced a drop in popularity as people opted in for more modern styles, where the MiMo style was soon born. The Miami Modern style was created in response to the decline.
Luckily, in the 1970’s people joined efforts to preserve Art Deco. In 1976, the Miami Design Preservation League began. The played an extremely crucial role in the late 70’s, advocating for the preservation and restoration of the architectural heritage. Through their efforts, they have ensured that Miami Beach maintains its very vibrant Art Deco hub.
Art Deco has been featured in many movies, highlighting its vibrant colors, and luxurious details. Famous movies like The Birdcage, Scarface, and Miami Vice can be seen showcasing the Iconic Art Deco District. Art Deco in films causes us to feel many emotions by using bold patterns to create an atmosphere of elegance, and give us a sense of nostalgia. Art Deco in films takes us to experience a world of glamour, being immersed in the timeless aesthetic.
My question is, how long will the Art Deco District be around? Will efforts to preserve Art Deco architecture be enough to maintain its cultural significance in the coming decades? I believe Art Deco will be around for decades to come, as long as there is continuous efforts to preserve its history, but also allow for it evolve. The Art Deco District is such an important part of Miami, where these vibrant colors and design come together to tell a story.
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