It’s easy to see why in these troubled times people are pining for the exuberant designs of the 1970s.
Even black and white photos from the era scream colour, so florid was the wallpaper and lino flooring of the day.
Geometric designs ruled, shades of orange and avocado were everywhere, and people knew how to lounge out in style.
These photos show some of the items and design features you could find in almost every 70s household, from the living room to the kitchen and bathroom.
How many did your home feature back then and do you still own any?
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13. Teasmade
Before mobile phones, every bedroom had an alarm clock to stop us from oversleeping. And what better way to take the edge off being rudely awoken than with a freshly brewed cuppa. That was the genius of the Teasmade, which made it so popular in the 70s. | Submitted by Vicky Hilton Photo: Submitted by Vicky Hilton
14. Mirror ball
Disco fever erupted in the 1970s and the mirror ball, also known as the glitter ball or disco ball, added sparkle not just to dancefloors but to many households in the era. | Photo by NEOSiAM 2024+: https://www.pexels.com/photo/silver-disco-ball-593467/ Photo: Photo by NEOSiAM 2024+: https://www.pexels.com/photo/silver-disco-ball-593467/