Art Deco is a design movement popular in the 1920s and ... Not relying solely on brick, concrete, stone and wood like more traditional buildings, Art Deco buildings also used metals like steel ...

“Art Deco is a sophisticated, modern design style that combines elements ... “Designers used opulent materials such as lacquer, polished wood, chrome, glass, and exotic materials like ivory ...

French Building, which features a bronze lobby with elaborate art deco designs. (Getty Images)| Downtown Pittsburgh has several grand art deco sights. The 1927-1929 Koppers Building has striking ...