Retro 70s Decor – Scottsdale Arizona Condo

My grandfather was from our nation’s heartland – Omaha, Nebraska. During the harsh Midwestern winters, he and his wife would migrate south to the Arizona desert. They purchased a condo in Scottsdale in 1973 and because it was the “model” it was professionally designed and furnished.

Recently the three bedroom / two bath condo was sold, but photos were taken of the interior and I thought they would be fun to share. My grandparents never remodeled and therefore it’s a time capsule back to the 70s.

Dark red 12″x12″ tiles floored the double door entryway which led to a small atrium.

Here is a view of the atrium from the living room. The retro shag lime green wall-to-wall carpet was installed in the living, dining and bedrooms.

The living room’s bright, yet cool mix of yellow, green and white was a very popular color scheme in the 70s. The brick wall and fireplace were all painted in neutral white allowing the colors to really pop. Floral patterns were also dominant during this era. The lovely yellow and white floral sofa was purchased for $819 – almost 40 years ago. And the green wing chair green was $219.

My favorite element in this room was the leather top writing desk in a Mediterranean Cherry. It cost $339 back in 1973. The handsome brass and alabaster bookends were $29.

Here is a view of the dining room that was open to the kitchen and living room. I am not positive, but I think the chairs were reupholstered at one point in time.

The round game table in a dark antique finish was in a third bedroom that served as the den. The lighting in this picture is not ideal, but these chairs with nailhead trim are upholstered in a fun retro crushed velvet orange are fantastic – the color is making a comeback.

The guest bedroom had two lovely twin beds each with matching floral quilts. I just loved the faux bamboo headboards in brushed lemon with white. The sweet night stand is also in the same finish.

The master bedroom showcased a beautiful king size bed in a gold and lime throw spread – gotta love the trim! I found it interesting that the stone wall was kept natural. My favorite elements in the room were the matching Italian Faience white table lamps and tufted yellow bench. Both are popular today.

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