Designer Anna Clark

This apartment is located in the historical center of Moscow, in a building built in 1911 with a beautiful front facade. For a long time it was communal, and the condition of the premises at the time of purchase left much to be desired: a large number of doors and small rooms, a long narrow corridor, smoky walls and ceiling in the kitchen.

Hall. Table lamp Arteriors (Ravi Lamp), floor (in the entire apartment - solid board, stained oak)

However, according to the designer, it was impossible not to notice its potential: high (3.4 meters) ceilings, twelve (!) large windows facing both sides of the apartment (to a picturesque alley and a quiet courtyard overlooking the temple).

Master bedroom. The bed is made according to the designer's sketches, manufacturer Furniture Laboratory Brand (tinted oak, brass insert, Alcantara headboard), Dovlet House carpet, bedside table - Jan Cavelle, chandelier - Davidts Stefane bedspreads, pillows - A-Decor

In some rooms, the original stucco molding on the ceiling was even preserved, but, unfortunately, it was not possible to restore it. Therefore, before starting repair work, a complete dismantling was carried out interior partitions, all finishing was removed from the ceilings and the floor was completely replaced.

Master bedroom. Armchair La Fibule, chest of drawers with brass inserts made according to the designer’s sketches, workshop of Vladimir Vedishchev, Manuel Canovas wallpaper.

Removing the old layer of plaster revealed a beautiful arched window design. The window frames were replaced with new ones, preserving the historical shape of the glazing. Wide window slopes were emphasized with stucco molding.

Guest room. Loffilab couch, table with marble top (Rosso Luana) made according to the designer's sketches, Vaughan chandelier, A-Decor curtains, Dovlet House carpet, Laura Ashley wallpaper

The designer was faced with the task of creating new spacious premises correct shape and fill them with light as much as possible.

Guest room. Maison du Monde chest of drawers, mirror - Bottega design studio, West Elm floor lamp, Dovlet House carpet

« New flat had to be planned as conveniently as possible for the life of its new owners,” says Anna. – Walking through a small hallway past the plumbing blocks, we find ourselves in the heart of the apartment - the living room with a cozy bay window and fireplace.

Bay window in the living room. French Heritage table, Montigny chairs, Hermes fabric curtains, A-Decor tailoring Living room. Upholstered furniture is made according to the designer's sketches, manufacturer Furniture Laboratory Brand, Chivasso fabric, a table with a marble top - according to the designer's sketches (Nero Portoro marble), Dovlet House carpet, Visual Comfort chandelier, vintage posters from Bottega design studio, Hermes fabric curtains, A- tailoring Decor

Opposite the living room we placed the kitchen, separating the rooms from each other using sliding doors. In the back of the apartment there is a master bedroom, a nursery, an office and a guest room.

Living room. The armchairs are made according to the designer's sketches, manufacturer Furniture Laboratory Brand, Chivasso fabric, table with a marble top - according to the designer's sketches (Nero Portoro marble), Dovlet House carpet, French Heritage bay window table, Montigny chairs

We were also able to design a special laundry room with a washing machine, dryer, utility sink and storage shelves.” To further fill the apartment with sunlight, all doors (except those to the bathroom) were made with frosted glass.

Living room. Alcantara wall panel (manufacturer Furniture Laboratory Brand), Porta Romana sconce

Their height was visually increased due to false transoms. As for the interior, the designer sought to make it echo the historical facade of the building itself. The decor was conceived as classic and at the same time comfortable for a modern person. It was decided to put dark smoked oak on the floor; it gave the interior a sense of splendor.

Living room. The bookcase is made according to the designer’s sketch (produced by Vladimir Vedishchev’s workshop). Upholstered furniture, also made according to the designer’s sketches, manufacturer Furniture Laboratory Brand, Chivasso fabric, Dovlet House carpet, Visual Comfort chandelier, vintage poster - Bottega design studio workshop

To make the space look seamless, all the walls were painted the same beige shade. The uniform color scheme is diluted bright accents in the form of accessories and decorative items.

Scavolini kitchen, Skygarden Flos lamp, Nougat Brown granite countertop

According to Anna, textiles and light are those things that can either “save” the interior or hopelessly ruin it. “That’s why I choose them very carefully,” admits the designer. – Natural French and English fabrics were used in this interior, and the lighting was ordered from the USA and England.

Children's room. Visual Comfort lamp, Loffilab couch, wardrobe made according to the designer’s sketches (produced by Vladimir Vedishchev’s workshop), Maison du Monde table lamp

However, American lamps typically come with paper lampshades, so we gave them a personal touch by having new silk lampshades made to order in a Moscow workshop.”

Children's room. On the walls there are Manuel Canovas wallpaper, curtains - A-Decor, Visual Comfort lamp, Loffilab couch, desk - Massif Works carpentry workshop

Also, almost all cabinets, both built-in and free-standing, chests of drawers, bedside tables and coffee tables with marble countertops were made according to the designer’s sketches.

Scavolini kitchen, Skygarden Flos lamp, Nougat Brown granite countertop, Vitrodesign glass splashback Hallway - Loffilab banquette, cabinets according to the designer's sketches (produced by Vladimir Vedishchev's workshop), Atelier Sedap plaster lamps

More recently, vintage style has come back into fashion. This design direction means a skillful combination of antique and modern things. Moreover, a vintage interior does not always mean decorating the entire room with vintage or even antique items; you can simply use decor in a vintage style.

Usually those things that were created before the 60s are classified as retro style, those that are younger than 15 years are considered modern. And those items that were made between these dates are considered vintage. But the vintage status of a thing is judged not only by its age: the thing must be original, distinctive and generally look like a work of art.

Of interest vintage decor with your own hands, which will bear the imprint of the personality of its owner. You can make decorative items from previous eras yourself, and it won’t be particularly expensive.

Various garlands and wreaths made of fabric, an organizer for jewelry or decorative elements made of burlap, various artificially aged jars and bottles, old photographs or drawings on aged paper look good.

Preserved children's items are also often used to decorate rooms or individual vintage displays: booties, sandals, dresses, caps, baby vests, etc.

Room decoration

To give the entire room the spirit of the past, they use antique or artificially aged furniture, textiles purchased in antique shops or flea markets, dishes, utensils and other items that have survived several eras. A vintage interior involves not only the use of antiques, but also a certain decoration of the room.

The main idea is the use of natural materials:
– natural ceilings (cracks on them are even welcome, but everything should be in moderation; stucco molding at the junction of walls and ceiling also looks good),
– parquet or tile floor (artificially created abrasions, chips and other defects are used),
– natural wallpaper (either Japanese motifs, or floral patterns, or white walls).

It is worth paying attention not to overload the vintage interior with details. The more small decorative elements are planned, the airier and more spacious the space should be. Functional items should be combined with antique exhibits correctly so that the room does not look like a museum. The main thing is that the room should be convenient and comfortable, and vintage decor only complements the overall decor and gives the room coziness and exclusivity.

It is important not to overload the interior with vintage decor

Decor elements

To give the interior a finished look and uniqueness, separate vintage “corners” or “islands” are often decorated. This design is suitable for any room, as well as for almost all design styles, with the exception of minimalism and high-tech style. Paintings, jewelry, postcards, dresses, utensils, dishes, candlesticks, toys, boxes and many other things are used as a means of decoration.

Vintage corner in the bedroom interior

Vintage decor looks cute, elegant and feminine, so it is most often used in bedrooms, kitchens, even bathrooms, but vintage-style decor can also be used in moderation in the living room or hallway area.

Vintage dresses

When designing rooms in the punk glamor style, a dress is often used as a decorative element. Indoors, vintage dresses are used, which are usually hung in the bedroom or simply on the wall, or on a mirror frame, or on a closet door. The main thing is to put such an original dress on display.

If you are the lucky owner of a vintage dress, but don't wear it so that such beauty doesn't go to waste, use it as vintage decor. It is advisable that the color of the dress matches the general appearance of the room.

To complement this bedroom design, you can use accessories: a hat, handbag, jewelry or entire compositions of them.

Vintage dress in the interior

Decorations

Accessories and decorations can also be used as independent vintage decor. Decor dressing table things like this will fill the room with girlish and soulful motifs. If you have antique beads, hairpins, brooches, handbags and wallets, rings, rings, use them as decor in a vintage style.

When composing compositions from jewelry, you can strain your imagination to the fullest: here the principle “good, but not enough” is not appropriate. It is believed that jewelry looks interesting when there are a lot of them.
As ideas for creating compositions, you can consider a jewelry organizer, deliberately open boxes with accessories, jewelry on a tray or on old mannequins that are still preserved in some studios.

Furniture

Furniture can be considered as a means of creating a vintage style in a room. In order not to overload the room, one antique table or dressing table is enough. It is difficult to place anything significant on such small tables, so most often they do not carry a functional load, but become just a decorative element. On the console table you can place compositions of jewelry, an old table lamp or a mirror in a vintage style. This way, all these items will not look lonely, and the composition will look complete.

Small vintage table in the interior

An antique piece of furniture can be used if it fits harmoniously into the interior of the room. You can decorate it with your own hands, using old photographs, pictures, creating artificial scuffs or cracks.

Pictures and photos

Another way to give the interior the spirit of previous eras is through pictures or old photographs. Such vintage decor will be appropriate even in a high-tech style and will add romance to the room if you skillfully select pictures. One, but large painting with a landscape or still life, and several symmetrically located paintings, as well as a whole wall of photographs or old postcards, also look interesting.
The peculiarity of such decorative elements, unlike others, is vintage items is that they do not need to be combined with anything. They look natural on their own.

Mirrors

As an option, you can use vintage mirrors to create a vintage-style mood in the room.

If the mirror is really old, or better yet, with scratches or scuffs, then you can use it in the interior without additional decoration.

Mirrors in artificially aged frames are widely used. You can create a similar vintage decor with your own hands, for example, using the decoupage technique.

When creating a vintage-style interior, it is important not to hang the mirror on the wall, but simply lean it against it. This applies to both floor mirrors and small toilet mirrors.
To prevent the mirror from becoming “bored” in the interior, you definitely need to choose some kind of vintage addition to it: you can use several mirrors in similar frames, you can place some kind of composition, box, table lamp or candlesticks in a vintage style under the mirror.

Dishes

Antique dishes are also considered vintage decor. Dishes, clay pots, perfume bottles or bottles similar to apothecary ones, teapots and even a samovar will look great in a vintage-style kitchen. You can find similar items at flea markets or antique stores. After their restoration, if necessary, you can further decorate them by hiding minor defects. You can also artificially age such things; there are a lot of techniques for this.

Lighting

In a vintage interior, you can use lighting that matches the overall mood of the room. For this, antique table lamps, candlesticks or floor lamps are used.
The lamp is usually a white or light lampshade in the shape of a truncated cone on a massive crystal or metal leg with a complex pattern. You can additionally decorate the lamp by making a lampshade from a child’s skirt or napkin.

Today, old things are at the height of fashion. Of course, not spoiled, torn and unusable, but those that are well preserved remain of high quality and stylish. Vintage is a word translated from French meaning “old wine that has been stored in a cellar for a long time.” This is how the style in clothing design and interior decoration began to be called. Vintage style in the interior is extremely popular today. Vintage items preserved from the time of our grandmothers, like wine, the taste of which only improves over time, acquire greater value every year, you begin to treat them with great respect and even with some trepidation, and the room decorated with them is so original that it evokes the admiration of many people.

Don't mix antiques and vintage. In the first case, these are original antique objects, and in the second, things can be created.

By choosing a vintage style interior for your apartment, you will add coziness, comfort, and warmth to it. In such a home you won’t want to break dishes and scream; it will be filled with a special calming energy. After all, as you know, the interior influences our consciousness and behavior.

The main features of the vintage style

Vintage items are furniture and interior items that are more than 20 years old. But most of all, vintage-style interiors love things from the 20s and 30s of the 20th century, when materials such as plastic and synthetics were not yet widespread.

Vintage style in the interior emphasizes antiquity and unique things.

Advice: don't use modern ones Decoration Materials and structures (laminate, linoleum, stretch ceiling) to create a vintage room, they can ruin all the charm of such an interior; The use of modern materials is allowed, provided that they are artificially aged.

The following features of the vintage style are distinguished:

• use of shabby furniture (chests, shelves, sideboards);
• saturating the interior with various decorative objects of the past (vases, candlesticks, boxes), they must be intact;
• color palette – delicate pastel shades, floral prints;
• natural materials for finishing walls, ceilings, floors; You can’t use synthetics and plastic;
• deliberate negligence in the interior (a blanket thrown on the back of a chair, photographs in aged frames, high floor and small table vases– all this is arranged haphazardly, without any principle, but does not create chaos, such “order” looks natural).

Wallpaper

Color is the basis of any interior. Vintage tends towards pastel colors, but there are interiors with rich colors, which are achieved through the use of special type wallpaper

Wallpaper in vintage style is characterized by patterned ornaments (flowers, intertwining branches). Vintage wallpaper looks as if it has faded slightly with age. There are three types of such wall coverings:

• wallpapers with a contrasting pattern in the Art Nouveau style are used in addition to them;

• wallpaper with bright Japanese motifs; such material has a background of rich color, and it depicts birds or flowers;
• wallpaper with small or large discreet patterns, designed in pastel colors.

In a room decorated in vintage style, it is customary to cover all the walls with wallpaper, but what should catch your eye, first of all, is the furnishings, not the wallpaper.

Ceiling

Vintage ceilings are painted, whitewashed or wallpapered. Cracks and slight unevenness on the surface give a special charm to the interior. Stucco molding is often used in vintage style.

Floor

Parquet is used as flooring in living rooms or a simple plank floor is left.

A bathroom or kitchen can be decorated with antique-style floor tiles.

Furniture for a vintage room

All furniture must be made from natural materials(wood, wrought iron, copper, brass) in combination with unusual fabrics. These should be items “with history.” Small scratches, chips, and abrasions will only add zest to the vintage interior.

Furniture in a vintage room should be arranged symmetrically. Place two armchairs, place a sofa between them, near the armchairs - two identical bedside tables with identical lamps or two floor lamps, a long coffee table - near the sofa, this setting will visually lengthen the room, pastel colors will increase the area of ​​the room.

Vintage loves a large number of accessories (photos in frames, ceramic figurines, candlesticks, mirrors, shelves).

Advice: choose plain light wallpaper if you plan to decorate the room with a large number of accessories; against the backdrop of bright contrasting walls, the decor will simply get lost.

Vintage style color palette

Vintage is a light and airy style. He doesn't like dark and bright colors. The color scheme is ashen, pearl, lavender, beige tones, the colors of young greenery or ashen rose, as well as their shades.

Decorate the walls pink wallpaper, and as upholstery for furniture or cabinet fronts, use materials in the color of young grass, sky blue or ash rose; such a spring interior will fill the room with fresh energy.

Vintage textiles

All vintage style textiles should be made from natural materials (cotton, silk, chintz, calico, linen) in pleasant pastel shades.

Advice: To prevent the room from merging into a single spot, play with contrast, decorate the walls with light or small flowered wallpaper, and choose textiles with large drawing brighter colors, and, conversely, combine wallpaper with large bright flowers with plain textiles.

Vintage is a romantic, warm and cozy style. The room doesn’t have to be completely vintage, you can just add some accents. But the vintage style does not combine with high-tech, minimalism and oriental styles.

The word vintage translated from in English means an old, noble wine made from seasonal fruits. Vintage struck the fashion world, then penetrated into interiors. Wine becomes better in quality over time, and the situation is similar with interiors. Concrete, glass, steel, which characterize modernity, are combined in this style with old wood and wicker furniture, giving the environment a noble look. All objects are interesting, have character and style.

Many people use vintage items because they love objects with history and soul. How to apply modern style vintage in the interior, photo interesting solutions, design ideas are presented in this article.

Vintage is suitable for those who love to create - beautiful furniture with soul, placed in the right place, painted, patinated. Aged details add charm to the interior. Ceramics with folk motifs, dishes from a flea market, old furniture brought from grandma’s house - these items will perfectly decorate an apartment and give the interior a distinctive character. Vintage can be called the style of collectors of features. Exceptional furniture, bedspreads, blankets are ideal for vintage style decoration. Sometimes these are ordinary old things, sometimes they are objects created famous people, designed in one color and design.

Spectacular vintage living rooms, photos

Uniqueness and originality

So, we have to create something original. Various tricks are allowed:

• old bicycle hanging on the wall of the apartment,
• woven striped carpet on the floor,
• photos from grandma's album in the bathroom.

It is important that the whole creates harmony, has its own unique style.

Vintage boho, or the ancient style of French bohemia, living in the 19th century in Paris, is popular. Artists created unique interiors. Vintage will appeal to fans of the 19th century.

Work great:

• stylized furniture from the 50s and 60s;
• bedspreads from yesteryear;
• Some photos;
• trinkets.

Many people like the unconventional interior in the old style. Especially when the design is thought out independently to the smallest detail. It's not necessarily expensive, but it's definitely stylish.

Popular ideas can be gleaned from the 50s, 60s, 70s of the 20th century, and at the end of the 19th century. It is important to adhere to certain principles. Vintage is old-fashioned and belongs to the past. Vintage elements will make a unique journey into the past:

• old wooden furniture with history;
• classic bicycle on the wall;
• unique items.

The walls should be covered with striped or polka dot wallpaper in the old style. In vintage interiors, the presence of an armchair from the 70s in combination with furniture with Scandinavian design is not surprising. In addition to antique furniture, it is customary to use:

• richly decorated carpets,
• family photos in plain or decorated frames.

Photo gallery – interiors decorated in antique vintage style

Vintage in the kitchen

Vintage means sentimentality, high class. Courage and creativity reflect the soul of the designer. In vintage fashion, it is necessary to break the clichés and accepted standards. The designs are unique and quirky. By inviting vintage into the kitchen, we open the door to childhood memories and aromas.

The main rule is no rules!

In such an interior we feel cozy and warm. The freedom to combine opposites in practice turns out to be a subtle, sweet, feminine combination.

Vintage kitchen, photo

• red,
• turquoise,
• yellow.

Vintage is created by rounded corners of furniture and household appliances, stylish handles, old buffers, and accessories. The reference to the 50-60 years of the last century is presented in simple forms without unnecessary imagination.

Various fabrics will ideally help decorate a vintage apartment:

• velvet,
• wool,
• polyester.

An arrangement with soul, reminiscent of the past, contains:

• old mirrors,
• engravings,
• schedule of previous years.

To find the necessary accessories you will have to visit antique shops, flea markets, grandma's attic, online auctions where you need to find unique items to decorate a spectacular interior. Attics and grannies can be a real treasure trove - vintage items will definitely be present in these places.

In the kitchen you can place accessories typical of the 50-60s:

• mustard jars,
• water siphons,
• stylish vases.

Vintage never gets old, it comes to objects with history, antiques, and unique ones. Keen observers love the vintage interior. A great addition to a vintage kitchen glassware:

• decanters,
• glasses,
• dishes.

Timeless look glassware ideal for kitchen decor. Unusual, original shapes will delight every guest; drinks served in decanters look interesting.

Vintage bedroom decoration

How to combine antique furniture, accessories, multimedia systems and standard features bedrooms are not an easy task. Vintage has no strict boundaries, no restrictions. The only obstacle is your own imagination. The registration process never ends. Vintage design lovers are constantly on the hunt for various pearls used to decorate interiors.

Spectacular vintage bedroom, photo

Antique bed

Bedroom design starts with the bed. The following models will fit:

• metal bed,
• forged metal,
• wooden bed,
• models with a soft headboard.

The choice depends on whether the bed will be the central element of the interior, or provides a background to other expressive decorative elements. The photo below shows great idea bedroom design, including:

• colorful wallpaper,
• decorative bedside tables,
• snow white vintage bedding,
• beautiful bedside lamps.

Antique bed – the highlight of a vintage arrangement, photo

Beautiful forged metal elements fit perfectly into the atmosphere of a vintage bedroom. In combination with patterned wallpaper on the wall and a colorful bedspread, they create the perfect composition. The bedroom looks very atmospheric. A vintage bed can look unusual. They'll keep her company additional elements:

• chests,
• stools,
• wooden cabinets.

Beds made of intentionally aged wood, with many natural imperfections, irregularities, and visible rings, look harmonious.

Good option– acacia wood. Acacia is very durable, with a hardness similar to that of oak. A wooden bed on wheels looks quite original. The wheels do not move, ensuring the stability of the bed, they perform a decorative function, they look as if they were used and then cleaned of paint. It turns out extremely attractive visual effect.

Wooden beds, bedside tables antique, photo

Vintage textiles – bed, pillows

Bedding forms an important element of bedroom design. There is no single rule that would say what pillows and linens should be used in an antique bedroom. Fabrics used are patterned and plain, smooth, with or without frills. The choice depends on other decorative elements:

• in a bedroom with patterned wallpaper, patterned pillows will destroy the harmony,
• against the background of a white, plain wall, patterned textiles look impressive.

Near modern bed you can put a lamp in the style of the 60s, a couple of rare suitcases. Suitcases appear quite often in vintage interiors; in bedrooms, suitcases play the role of bedside tables. This is an interesting idea, especially when you managed to purchase cool suitcases with fittings. An ordinary modern suitcase is completely unsuitable for decorating a vintage bedroom.

Grandma's curtains and pillowcases - spectacular style elements, photo

Other antique jewelry

There are many vintage jewelry ideas. Perfect for:

• watch,
• mirrors,
• suitcases,
• boxes.

The ideal choice is a wooden clock with a pendulum or cuckoo. It should not be a factory product from China. Different types of mirrors will perfectly serve as decoration. You need to choose models with decorative frames, although mirrors have a huge impact on the overall perception of the interior and are a simple way to visually expand a room, which is especially appreciated by owners of small bedrooms.

What can you do with your own hands?

Most vintage interior items can be made using the DIY method (from English - Do it yourself).

Below are some interesting ideas:

1. you can dress old poufs in pillowcases made of unusual patterned materials;
2. It’s worth looking at your grandmother’s or buying old-fashioned curtains and bedspreads;
3. old wooden table needs to be cleaned, sanded, varnished, painted;
4. you can upholster chairs with fabric found from your grandmother, then there is a guarantee that the upholstery is unique;
5. some things can be made with your own hands from old boxes and pallets;
6. handmade photo frames;
7. craftswomen will sew textile decor from small beads and grandmother’s pieces of fabric;
8. a wardrobe bought at the market, painted pink;
9. colorful bedding from twenty years ago;
10. homemade striped rug, knitted by hand;
11. Old laundry baskets outlined in interesting patterns and placed in unexpected places will decorate a unique style full of charm.

Online auctions, flea markets, and specialty stores are where you can find gems. Sometimes it's worth breaking the barrier of shame, reaching for a piece of furniture displayed by the previous owners next to the dumpster, breathing new life into old furniture, restoring it to its former glory. If you can’t handle the repairs yourself, you can find a professional who will take care of this task.

Vintage style says that it really isn't afraid of change. He presents new equipment for old interiors, old equipment for new ones. Furniture found at the bazaar can be repainted in bold colors or pastels. It is important to balance combinations of patterns and colors so that they match. Creativity and skillful hands work wonders.

Vintage furniture, decorated yourself, photo

Conclusion

Sometimes it is enough to throw a blanket with history on a chair or an old armchair, or hang pictures from the past on the wall to create a unique interior. In vintage style, only the imagination sets the limits of fantasy.

How to restore the splendor of old objects so that in a new incarnation they serve for many years and amaze with their charm? This is the key question of how to create a vintage atmosphere. In addition to vintage, old-fashioned elements, modern elements can be freely introduced into the interior. Loose combinations are a hallmark of vintage style.

The closest thing to Vintage style is retro style. This is not a temporary fashion statement, but a lifestyle, a love of family values ​​and history. A picture cannot reflect the true charm of a trend, because its irreplaceable elements are home aromas, unique sounds, and the warmth that comes from stylization.

Antique style is an interior that is directly related to the culture of ancient Greece and Rome. Antiquity is the image of a Greek column striving upward, towards light and perfection. The symbolism of the Antique style is obvious and recognizable. First of all, this is the museum nobility of the presented interior. A timeless classic that will never go out of style, an endless spatial unity that unites others standard solutions. In order to add a touch of Antique style to the interior, it is not enough to decorate the room with a portico with two marble columns; it is important that this nuance gives off a feeling of nobility and completeness. The Antique style is usually very self-sufficient and does not need any decorations.

Vanguard

Avant-garde is a style that abandons classical, traditional canons and creates new modern forms that are in tune with the mood prevailing in society. The fundamental principles of style are color and shape, which must contrast with each other. In general, contrast is one of the main features of the Avant-garde style. It should be noted that this style can combine completely incompatible objects and materials. The basis of the Avant-garde style is color and shape, to which contrast is certainly added. The style is characterized by bright and pure colors such as white, black, red, yellow, green. It is allowed to use several contrasting colors in one room at the same time. It is believed that this adds dynamics and expression to the interior.

Empire style

This interior style is the highest point, and at the same time the final chord of classicism that emerged in the second half of the 18th century. During the era of the Napoleonic Empire, classicism was reborn into an official style imposed from above - the Empire style. The essence of this style was frankly expressed in its very name: Empire - from the French “empiere”, empire. Quoting the Roman classics, Empire incorporated its characteristic features, combining the features of Ancient Greece and Rome, adding to them ancient Egyptian motifs. The interior style of the aristocracy, which has not gone out of fashion to this day, shines with its luxury and wealth.

Art Deco

Art Deco is the style of the stars, these are rounded, “streamlined” shapes of furniture, chrome handles on wooden furniture facades, sculptural compositions of female figures in expressive, almost unnatural poses, and exotic natural materials in decoration - ivory, snake skin, stingray or crocodile skin. Art Deco is characterized by the use of different elements of interior decor. These are bright, bold, sometimes daring, original color combinations. Interior design made in the Art Deco style is a grouping of individual stylish things: furniture, ceramics, fabrics, wood or bronze products. The latest chic style of European capitals.

Art Nouveau, Art Nouveau

The slogan is “back to nature.” Characteristic features are a wavy curved line, combining the trends of the East and the desire for constructiveness. The intricately curved lines of the decor visually merge with the elements of the building structure. In decoration, much attention is paid to stylized floral pattern, flexible flowing forms, which turned metal structures into bizarre thickets of fantastic flowers. The symbol of the style is the sophisticated form of a cyclamen flower, “water” plants irises, lilies, algae. Stylized plant and animal forms with softly curved, moving lines, flat and not giving shadows, due to which they are far from naturalism or historicism - most likely similar to late Gothic forms and Japanese painting.

Baroque

Baroque - palace style. The eternal youth of the style is explained simply; at all times, elements emphasizing abundance and luxury have been in demand. The Baroque style has become the embodiment of its era. For the first time in the history of art, Baroque combined two concepts - style and way of life. The sensual-physical joy of being, tragic conflicts form the basis of beauty and the source of inspiration for style. In interior design, Baroque strives for grandeur, splendor, and spatial scope. Excessively lush and replete with richness of decoration, variety of materials used and complex decorative style.

Biedermeier

Biedermeier is an offshoot of romanticism, which replaced the Empire style, which is why it is sometimes called a “mixture of Empire style with Romanticism.” Interiors in the Biedermeier style are characterized by intimacy, balanced proportions, simplicity of forms and light colors. The premises were light and spacious, which is why the interior was perceived as moderately simple, but psychologically comfortable. The walls of rooms with deep window niches were painted white or other light colors and covered with embossed striped wallpaper. The pattern on the window curtains and furniture upholstery was the same. These fabric interior parts were colored and contained designs depicting flowers.

Victorian style

The British call the Victorian period briefly: “Victorianism” and believe that in aesthetics it meant the triumph of pragmatism and materialism, which, however, is generally characteristic of the “English style”. The characteristic features of the Victorian style are eclecticism, combining Gothic, Rococo, exotic and classic. Exotic at that time meant Indian and Chinese styles. In addition, the Victorian style is a combination of unsurpassed quality and ancient, classic canons.

Gothic

Gothic is mainly an architectural style, but in interior design it is characterized by very significant differences from other styles, its own and incomparable “face”: huge windows, multi-color stained glass windows, lighting effects. Giant openwork towers, emphasized verticality of all structural elements. Characteristic elements in interior design are slender columns, complex vault shapes, openwork ornaments, rose-shaped windows and lancet vaults, lead-framed window glass, made of convex glass, but without curtains. Fantastic, superior to all existing Gothic structures, they overcome the bulkiness of stone. As a result, the main features can be considered irrationalism, dematerialization, upward striving, mysticism, lightness, expressiveness.

Constructivism

Constructivism in the interior is characterized by the aesthetics of expediency, the rationality of strictly utilitarian forms, purified from the romantic decorativeism of modernity. Furniture of simple, strict, comfortable shapes is created. The function and purpose of each item is extremely clear. No bourgeois excesses. Simplicity is taken to the limit, to such simplification, when things - chairs, beds, cabinets - become simply objects for sleeping, sitting. A distinctive feature of the Constructivist Style in interior design is thoughtful functional solutions and strict adherence to their requirements, compact volumes with a clearly identified frame, technical clarity of the construction of the architectural form.

Classicism

Classicism is a palace style created specifically for the design of palace premises and chambers of noble people. The main feature of the architecture of classicism was the appeal to the forms of ancient architecture as a standard of harmony, simplicity, rigor, logical clarity and monumentality. Classicism is characterized by clear geometric shapes, restrained decor and expensive, high-quality materials ( natural wood, stone, silk, etc.). The most common decorations are sculptures and stucco. Monumental sophistication, majesty, solidity, finishing in noble colors - these are the signs by which the classic style of the interior is recognized.

Neoclassicism

Neoclassicism, as an aesthetic movement and architectural style, is determined by an appeal to antiquity, which it adopted from the classicism that preceded it. In a word, neoclassicism is the modern completion of classicism at that time. Distinctive features Neoclassicism is elegance, lightness, and straightforwardness. Neoclassicism is the antithesis of the Art Nouveau style, which was too saturated with decorative elements.

Mannerism

Mannerist art is generally characterized by the primacy of form over content. Refined technique, virtuosity of manner, demonstration of skill do not correspond to the poverty of design, secondary and imitative ideas. Mannerism is positioned as a transitional style from classical massive, monumental forms in the interior decoration of the Renaissance (Renaissance) to a new style, promoting pomp and grandeur, luxury and pathos - Baroque style. Mannerism is characterized by: elongation of figures, tension of poses (counterpost), unusual or bizarre effects associated with size, lighting or perspective, and bright colors.

Modern

The distinctive features of the Art Nouveau style are: the rejection of straight lines and angles in favor of more natural, “natural” lines, interest in new technologies (especially in architecture), and the flourishing of applied art. The Art Nouveau style strives to combine the artistic and utilitarian functions of the works created, involving all spheres of human activity in the sphere of beauty. The main principle of the Art Nouveau style is dynamic balance, embodied in streamlined flexible forms. Furniture in the Art Nouveau style is simple and functional. Cabinet furniture for various purposes - cabinets, chests of drawers, shelves - could be rectangular, but with the obligatory “aesthetics”: frosted glazing, elegant fittings. In the bends of the armrests and the pattern of the legs of the upholstered furniture, there was also a hint of bent lines; often the frames repeated the interlacing of plant branches, the shapes of the bodies of animals or insects. Decorative finishing materials - wallpaper, textiles, were generously decorated with images of stylized flowers, leaves, birds, insects.

Renaissance

The characteristic features of the interior in the Renaissance style were large rooms with rounded arches, carved wood trim, the intrinsic value and relative independence of each individual detail, from which the whole is assembled. Deep perspective, proportionality, harmony of forms are mandatory requirements of Renaissance aesthetics. Character internal space is largely determined by the vaulted ceilings, the smooth lines of which are repeated in numerous semicircular niches. The Renaissance color scheme is soft, the halftones blend into each other, there are no contrasts - complete harmony. Nothing catches your eye.

Roman style

The main elements of the Romanesque style: relief plane, laconicism and simplicity; colors: brown, red, green, white, gray, black; barrel, semi-circular, straight, horizontal and vertical lines; rectangular and cylindrical shapes; semi-circular frieze, repeating geometric or floral pattern ; halls with open ceiling beams and supports in the center; stone, massive, thick-walled structures; castle and knightly themes - torches, armor, coats of arms, battles, weapons.

Rococo

Rococo is a refined and sophisticated style of the early eighteenth century. The characteristic features of the interior in the Rococo style are sophistication, a large decorative load of interiors and compositions, graceful ornaments, great attention to mythology, erotic situations, comfort, the creation of an illusory world filled with an atmosphere of warmth, coziness, comfort and grace. The coloring of the Rococo interior is dominated by gentle pastel colors. The most popular color combinations are white with blue, green or pink and, of course, gold. Movable screens appear in interiors, visually changing the space; tapestries with images of flowers, pagodas, people in Chinese clothes; famous Chinese porcelain, exquisite orchids, thin-trunked trees, aquarium fish, as well as elegant lacquered furniture Chinese masters, as if created for Rococo.

Eclecticism

Eclecticism in the interior is a combination of furniture of two or three various styles, united by color, texture, architectural design. This style absorbs all the best features and details of various styles and together create a holistic and harmonious picture. The eclectic style is often called a dialogue of several different cultures. Most often, close historical styles are mixed, for example, classicism and empire, baroque and modern. Compositions are produced in which things are harmoniously combined in the interior without contradicting each other.

Expressionism

The very name of the expressionism style suggests an emotional (of course, in a positive sense) interior. The most important thing when creating an expressionist style in the interior is to make an impression on the people present in the room, and it does not matter whether this impression is positive or negative. Expressionism is characterized by an emphasized emotional expressiveness of the composition, sometimes achieved through sharpness, grotesqueness, deliberate deformation of the usual architectural forms, or abandon them altogether and form a composition according to the principles of sculpture.

English style

Traditional English style- this is an eclecticism of “flavors” of different eras, which today we perceive as classics. The main principle of the English interior: rich and restrained. If we take moderate luxury on the verge of sophistication, a sense of taste and proportion, we get pure English style. The English style in the interior can be characterized by such concepts as respectability and luxury; in a word, it is a classic interior style with the addition of luxury. This style is reminiscent of the castles of English aristocrats - noble, majestic. As a memory of the colonial past, in some places there are shades of Indian and Chinese style.

African style

African style in the interior is dynamic and energetic; it is not intended to create an atmosphere of peace. It turns you on, gives you strength and energy. Currently, African style is one of the most popular and sought-after ethnic styles. The main distinctive characteristics of the African style are impulsiveness, mystery, as well as childish spontaneity and simplicity. In other words, all these qualities create a contrast with the high-tech style, which is distinguished by rationality and urbanity and other styles that imply solidity and patriarchy.

East style

Interior in oriental style includes several main components: Japanese interior, Indian interior, Chinese interior. All these interiors belong to the east. However, there are stylistic features that unite each direction of oriental interior design: materials - wood, bamboo, reed, metal, silk - any natural material; colors - rich, bright or natural, multi-colored; shapes - fluid, like desert sands or river, simplicity combined with pretentiousness; finishing - inlays, carvings, varnish. Complex techniques, intricate patterns, abundance of decorations.

Egyptian style

Egyptian style in the interior is, first of all, the interior of the pharaohs and high priests, a feeling of wealth and luxury of ancient civilization. The interior of houses in the Egyptian style is rich and colorful. Luxurious columns support the ceiling, frescoes decorate the walls, carpets and curtains complete the interior decoration. Egyptian style, calm symmetry and strict geometricity, furniture made of simple natural wood open structures, a bench-chest veneered with cedar or ebony, inlaid with stones and mother-of-pearl. A reed mat on the floor, a figurine of a cat and a bust of Nefertiti, hookahs. Artistic images, despite the sacred attitude towards them, are highly stylized and symbolic. Furniture legs in the shape of animal paws.

Indian style

Indian style is a combination of luxury, gold, sophistication and subtle taste with asceticism, modesty, simplicity of lines and shapes. A cocktail of ornaments, colors, designs and textures, magnificent carved and inlaid furniture reflect the Indian style. Indian style is turquoise, crimson, orange colors, and completely unique of their kind. Indian silk is not as smooth and slippery to the touch as Chinese silk, it is a little rough. Furniture in Indian houses is low, hand-sawn from very durable teak wood. Sofas and beds should be soft and comfortable, conducive to sleep. For the basis of an interior in the Indian style, three to four pieces of furniture are enough, but they must be combined in color. A characteristic feature is the easy transformation of the details of the house: chairs and tables, screens, shutters and doors often “change roles.” Characteristic materials: wood - teak , ivory, mother-of-pearl, silver, brass, forged metal, feathers. Techniques: enamel, forging, embossing, carving, inlay.

Chinese style

The main elements of the Chinese style: sharp, straight lines, sharp corners, clear polygonal shapes are undesirable; the shape of the furniture remains unchanged for centuries and is no less important in the interior than the harmonious placement of all elements: black lacquered furniture is a “classic” of Chinese furniture production, for decoration, carving in black lacquer is very often used, as well as gilding of individual furniture parts; key materials are bamboo, silk and an abundance of drapery, and in addition, ceramics - vases, statues, dishes; much attention in the Chinese interior is paid to color - the combination of colors and the semantic load of each hotel, characterized by a bright color scheme: red, black, blue, yellow, green, etc.; traditional Chinese decor: calligraphy, lacquer paintings, sculptural decorations from natural stone and famous Chinese porcelain, natural Chinese carpets with a characteristic pattern.

Colonial style

The colonial-style interior contains an incredible amount of much-loved modern man exotic; mainly furniture and decorative items. Colonial style is Asian walnut, reddish Chinese, rubber and tulip trees, yew and rattan palm - this is an incomplete list of species that are used to more accurately convey the colonial style in interior design. The colonial style is emphasized by durable rattan furniture that can withstand any climatic conditions. The colonial style is extremely distinguished by wicker furniture made of water hyacinth, which gives it strength and durability. Bamboo furniture is a colonial style, but in its pure form it is found very rarely; usually reed is combined with leather or rattan.

Moroccan style

Moroccan style in interior design, in addition to architectural and spatial solutions, emphasizes the contrast of blue-turquoise colors and terracotta colors (traditional colors of natural pigments of the city of Marrakech), as well as the abundance of oriental interior decor elements: handmade carpets, brass jugs, water flasks, furniture in an oriental style, metal perforated lamps from Morocco. Characteristic features are the finest wooden carvings, stucco molding and mosaics of ceramic tiles, an abundance of carpets and other original textiles. The main emphasis is the widespread use of African ornaments.

Mexican style

The style of Mexican architecture is inextricably linked with nature. Just like the very popular bright red pigment here is made from oil and local clay. The characteristic palette is strong and bright colors, borrowed from the sky, moon and sun, and in the palette you can also find the colors of various plants, trees, flowers. In Mexican architecture, an important role is assigned to flora: shady palm trees create whimsical patterns of shadows and graceful tones only on the facade of the building, but also in the interior. Fine fabrics, pottery, and exquisite furniture produced by local craftsmen are rich in color, rich in texture and varied, just as the color palette of the local flora is varied. The color combinations typical for Mexico (pink and orange, blue and green) seem to hurt the eye, but are closely related to the drama of the overall architectural design.

Provence

Provence is one of the most organic and authentic styles. That is, such an interior looks good in its homeland, without breaking away from the national soil. The basis of the Provencal style is slightly worn surfaces, old furniture, unevenly plastered walls, faded fabrics, that is, a general feeling of poverty and inconspicuousness. Provencal interior does not tolerate anything “too much” or anything pretentious; the effect is achieved through a couple of the right objects - a wicker chair or a forged candlestick against a bright wall. The Provence style is good primarily in a country house, since it requires space and roughly plastered walls.

Scandinavian style

Laconicism and beauty of forms, the use of natural materials, comfort and functionality - these are the main components of the Scandinavian style, which is becoming increasingly popular. It is characterized by light, thin and graceful details of structures made from multi-layered trees. The Scandinavian style has incorporated such features as restraint and some severity. Therefore, interiors in the Scandinavian style contain a minimum of decor and are made in light natural colors from simple and natural materials, but at the same time you cannot deny the originality of this style. In the Scandinavian style we find calm and orderliness. The general coloring of the interiors is light, as if watercolor, with a lot of warm tones: yellow, milky white, light terracotta. All furniture of this style is made of natural wood. Usually these are light hardwoods, less often spruce or pine. The naturalness of the material is also transmitted to the shape of the interior items.

Mediterranean style

The Mediterranean style is close to anyone who has been to warm European countries at least once and is familiar with the romantic atmosphere. The Mediterranean style is alien to congestion and pathos. The Mediterranean-inspired interiors are built on a relaxed combination of antique marble elements with ceramics, wrought iron furniture and wood painted in open bright colors. The atmosphere is completed by typical fruit motifs, blue and white checkered textiles and decor with marine theme. Primary colors: muted “earth colors”, white, grayish-black, shades of earth and blue. No luxury - simplicity and practicality. Interiors in Mediterranean style reflect the proximity of residents to the sea and lush vegetation of the coast; they contain a lot of wood, cotton, ceramics and other natural materials. The style has a lot in common with English country, so it fits well in an old building, and in any private modern home.

Japanese style

The Japanese style in the interior has gained popularity for its functionality, elegance and unusual style solutions. Japanese-style interior design is closely related to natural materials, colors and compositions. The best continuation of such an interior is a natural landscape. The Japanese style is distinguished by impeccable color combinations and laconic forms. This is a minimalist decorative style in which nothing overloads the attention, the space is structured calmly and clearly. In a geographically small, overpopulated country, space is especially valued, which is why the interior design of the premises minimizes furniture and other familiar attributes of the house in order to compensate for its shortage. The Japanese have a special relationship with nature, so the Japanese style is associated with natural colors, mainly in light colors: shades of beige, white, cream, milky. Restrained light colors are also typical for Japanese furniture. The surface of furniture and walls is smooth, untextured. The fabrics are also cream and white, mostly natural: cotton and silk. In the Land of the Rising Sun, the place to rest is located in the center of the room

Bungalow

The art of bungalow decorating is often associated with the decorating traditions of classic American bungalows. These cozy, low-ceilinged homes focus on functionality and efficient use of space. The bungalow-style home features a large porch and a shared backyard. The bungalows are decorated using natural local materials and earthy colours. The missionary style had a very big influence on the design of the bungalow. The interior of the bungalow is dominated by an elegant rustic design.

Grunge

In such an interior there is neither pretentious luxury nor deliberate rural negligence. The basis of grunge is classic, but without lush baroque vignettes and coldish architectural classicism. Furniture in this style is, rather, a prototype of a true classic, a neat copy, deliberately devoid of complex carvings and decoration. A slight imprint of time on objects, slightly tarnished metal on fittings, teak furniture (glazed cabinets, shelves, consoles), comfortable soft sofas and armchairs on round wooden legs, family portraits on the walls - it's all grunge.

Country

The main features of country as an interior style are simplicity, the absence of elaborate decoration and, as a result, high functionality. It should also be noted that country style is characterized by coziness, comfort and a dose of romanticism. In addition, country music improves your mood and sets you up for a pleasant free time, especially with family, friends and acquaintances. Country style harmoniously combines rustic simplicity and flavor different countries. An interior made in the Country style is an image of a rural house in the style of the country in which it is located, as well as the taste preferences of the owner of the room. Distinctive features of the Country style can be called decorative elements: in America, a Country style interior needs a cowboy hanging on the wall a hat, in Europe - a clay figurine of a gnome, in Ukraine - something else, something that will evoke in you a feeling of measured village life.

Kitsch

Kitsch is the collective name for certain movements of Post-Modernism, such as Memphis, that exploit the potential for bad taste and the charms of sentimental crafts of mass demand. This is an anti-design game that arose as a protest movement in interior fashion for those who are ready to take their living environment not too seriously. The definition of “kitsch interior” appeared relatively recently and it means a newfangled category of interiors. The main stylistic idea of ​​kitsch is a mockery of history and artistic traditions, tastes and styles. This is a kind of nihilism in architecture, denying all its previous achievements. When outright bad taste becomes the principle of choice, and the striking incompatibility of colors and interior items becomes its main distinguishing feature. For example, there is gilded stucco molding along the cornice, large shiny stars on the bright blue ceiling, tubs with palm trees stand symmetrically against the walls, and the floor is tiled with ceramic tiles with oriental motifs.

Contemporary

Contemporary is an interior style in which it is difficult to recognize one or another style. Interiors in the contemporary style cannot be classified as traditional styles that cite historical eras, but at the same time they meet modern requirements for comfort, simplicity, functionality and accessibility. Italians call it “modern” for its commitment to new ideas and technologies. Contemporary is a mass and accessible style. It is suitable for everyone who prefers simplicity, convenience, practicality and likes to change the decor completely or partially every 5-7 years. It is close and understandable to most, and quite simple to implement. The basic principle of Contemporary is convenience, simplicity, functionality and accessibility. The uniqueness of Contemporary is that it, as a rule, appeared in the interior spontaneously, and not as a result of a thoughtful design idea. Hence its eclecticism and vitality.

Loft

The loft is a quintessentially American phenomenon, and at first a loft meant an open-plan apartment in a building that was originally an industrial building - such as a factory or warehouse. Since open spaces, high ceilings, wide windows and industrial interior features such as exposed beams or exposed brick walls or even cement floors are inherent in this building, they are typical characteristics of a loft. The basic principle of the loft design is a huge open space, which amounts to more than one hundred square meters, and sometimes exceeds a thousand. Entering such a room, you can see its opposite corner, since usually only the bedroom, bathrooms and utility rooms. The space serves as a backdrop for the original decoration, which is usually dominated by metal, glass and plastic. The walls are as simple as possible, without frills. In addition, the details inherited from the building’s past life give special value to the loft: pipes, ventilation not hidden in the walls, walls without finishing made of rough brick.

Minimalism

Minimalism (English minimalism from Latin Minimus - smallest) is a design style characterized by laconic means of expression, simplicity, accuracy and clarity of composition. Rejecting classical creative techniques and traditional art materials, minimalists use industrial and natural materials of simple geometric shapes, neutral colors(black, gray) and small volumes. The origins of minimalism lie in constructivism and functionalism. Creating an interior in the minimalist style implies: Spatial freedom: a small amount of furniture and accessories. Space zoning, multi-level lighting. The color palette is light, based on the play of halftones, a lot of white, graphically emphasized with black or gray. The palette is complemented by natural tones of wood, brick, metal, and the shine of glass. Simple natural finishing materials, often unprocessed, with a rough texture: brick, concrete, wood or plaster. Simple shapes and lines, practically no decor on windows and walls. Geometric shapes: circle , rectangle, straight, may have a soft bend (no spirals)

OntoArt

OntoArt is an art movement that originated in Italy, characteristic feature which is the search for new artistic forms. Once seen, the viewer will definitely recognize the OntoArt style - in paintings, clothes, interior items, architecture. Unusual, certainly, memorable and recognizable style. Bright spots on the canvas, peering into which, at some point you see a certain image, behind it there is meaning. This is a game where the viewer becomes a direct participant in art. The concept of OntoArt art is life-affirming, pure and sincere, designed to awaken the soul of every person, to help find and comprehend our own place in the world around us. This Art affirms and exalts everything healthy and correct, corresponding to the order of nature.

Pop Art

Pop art is created to surprise people with its designs. In interior design, pop art looks unusual, expressive, contrasting, and bright. The main features of pop art: rainbow colors, catchy shapes, use of plastic, repeating elements. Pop art openly challenged the principles of “ good design”, denied modernity and its values. Pop art elevated ordinary everyday objects from the everyday world around us and images of people to the rank of works of art. Then he mixed it all with a bright color or a fancy shape and used it as a work of art. Pop art shows itself as an emotional and energetic style, as an explosion of emotions.

Postmodernism

On the one hand, Postmodernism is further development modernism, and on the other hand, criticality and even its exclusivity in its manifestations. Although at the same time, artistic art is considered to be fully established. The distinctive features of postmodernism are: the use of ready-made forms, marginality, irony, synthetics and the fusion of the old in a new context. The main features of the Postmodernism style: color: beige, silver, metallic, pearlescent, fluorescent; lines: dynamic, free; shapes: rational and free; symmetrical and asymmetrical; transformations; large, spacious halls; lungs, original designs; contrasting textural and textured combinations. Use of artificial leather, nickel-plated and chrome-plated materials; designs: standardized prefabricated and dismountable; logical and expedient; lightweight aluminum and traditional reinforced concrete; arched, beamed and cable-stayed; windows: spacious, sometimes covering the entire wall; sliding, tilting, swinging and rotating; doors: telescopic, sliding, folding, swinging, balancing, rotating, etc.

Techno

Techno is a strict, and even cold, style, which is characterized by clear geometric lines, furniture made of metal, glass, stone walls. Such a room has a neglected, but at the same time, thoughtful appearance. There is no place for comfort here. Interiors in the techno style create a feeling of a man-made disaster and are more like interiors production premises and garages. Interiors in the techno style are characterized by: a large amount of metal and plastic, spiral staircases, walls with a rough texture, heavy metal doors. Interiors to match such architecture: according to the designers, they create the feeling of a man-made disaster, in which glass and the metal of the interior decoration “cuts into” a piece of a brick wall irregular shape with protruding fittings. Full feeling explosion.

Fusion

Fusion (from the English fusion - mixing, merging) is a mixture of different styles and trends in one interior design. Fusion is a style that allows you to place anything you want in space and at the same time create harmonious connections between assorted objects and elements. Fusion does not sweep away the previous ones traditions, but coexists with them as if in parallel worlds by creating your own rules. This direction, in fact, opposes itself to minimalism - and brings us closer to complex and expressive “maximalism”. Uninhibited “hooligan chic” is in fashion – a style that develops the logic of collage and borrows any elements. The main principle of the fusion style is freedom of color and material. The main condition of the fusion style is that the shapes, color and content of the designed interior - everything that will later become its “filling”: finishing materials, furniture, decorative elements - must ultimately stages to connect into a whole organic living space.

High tech

High-tech is a style of the late twentieth century, the main features of which are the most functional use of space and discreet decor. The style is characterized by swift, straight lines, an abundance of glass and metal parts. High-tech can be classified as an ultra-modern style; it uses designs typical of industrial buildings. Mobile partitions that can close and open are widely used, which allows you to change the layout. Technological design everywhere: ceilings, walls, floors, stairs, windows, doors. Materials - glass, metal, natural wood. The shapes and proportions of the furniture are carefully thought out. The complete absence of decoration is compensated by the “work” of the material: the play of light on the glass, the shine of chrome and metal surfaces, wood polish, etc.

Shabby chic

Shabby chic (English shabby - worn, shabby) is the name of the style in interior, decor, fashion. The name itself can literally be translated as “shabby shine” or “shabby chic,” which reflects its essence. This is a very young style, born in the late 80s of the twentieth century. Its author is Rachel Ashwell. General characteristics of the Shabby chic style The essence of the style is that the furniture and interior items are artificially aged. Shabby chic - shabby chic. Items can be both old and new, painted mainly in light pastel colors and worn out in places, with delicate roses or birds, or without patterns at all, a lot of delicate textiles, napkins, pillows, bedspreads, covers on chairs and armchairs.

Eco style

Eco style (Greek eikos - house, habitat) - “ecological” style”, an interior made of natural materials, giving a feeling of freshness and unity with nature. Today it is one of the most popular modern styles. General characteristics of Eco style Ecological design is an attempt to recreate natural environment in human habitats. The meaning of eco-design lies in the name itself - an interior designed in this vein is in optimal harmony with environment. It is in an “eco-friendly” room that a person can feel all the benefits of natural materials and really take a break from the stuffy city. Eco style or naturel is expressed only through its idea, natural origin, naturalness of materials, colors, correctness of shapes.