With the end of World War I, families were reunited and growing, so naturally, the house building industry ramped up. Home design catalogs became a popular way to choose a brand new property, such as the popular Sears catalog. Whether the home was prefab or custom, the focus still remained on having a comfortable living room, which likely had a fireplace. Floors were generally wooden or tiled and large colorful rugs would be used for warmth and comfort.
With the newfound love of Art Deco style, homes tended to use rich shades of greens, reds, yellows, blues and purples, which were often freely mixed. Modern fashion included exotic prints and patterns, especially sharp geometric patterns in metallics.