Hi-tech style, which appeared on the wave of futurism in the 60-70s of the last century, quickly found its admirers. Moreover, over the past 5-7 years, high-tech interiors have taken pride of place in the top of the most popular and sought-after styles.
Basic concept of direction
The name "high-tech" means "high technology" in English. And this is what fully reflects the appearance and content of the room, made in this style. Laconic, comfortable, ergonomic, in such apartments there is a minimum of decorative elements - each thing performs quite certain important functions. However, the absence of cute trinkets does not at all make the room less attractive and cozy. It's just that other techniques are used as decor: interesting color combinations, expensive furniture upholstery, glossy surfaces of cabinets and tables, an abundance of carefully selected appliances.
It's not enough just to buy beautiful expensive furniture. Creating a high-tech interior is a whole art, where its own laws apply.
Characteristics
The main quality of high style istech is an organic combination of convenience, functionality and beauty.
- Space. This style of interior does not tolerate piling up. Moreover, the lack of free space in the bedroom or living room can completely spoil the impression. That is why interior designers recommend choosing spacious rooms with high ceilings to create an urban atmosphere.
- Lines. The high-tech style was born on the ideas of constructivism, so straight lines and regular geometric shapes form the basis here. However, smooth lines are also acceptable in high-tech, which gives the interior elegance and originality.
- Color palette. The emphasis on color design is one of the spectacular decor techniques used by interior designers. Contrasting combinations, bright details - these are the characteristic features of such a room.
- Built-in furniture. An important requirement for creating a classic high-tech is space saving. It is for this purpose that the premises are equipped with built-in wardrobes, folding tables and folding sofas.
- Abundance of technology. Even if the furniture and color scheme in a high-tech room can be confused with minimalism, constructivism and contemporary, the presence of a large number of household appliances will put everything in its place.
Color palette
Speaking of the conciseness of the high-tech interior, they mean not only the absence of small decorations and the geometry of forms. There is also a strict minimalism in the color palette. To create an effective design,favor cool colors such as:
- black;
- white;
- grey.
White and light gray colors are most often used as a background. This color palette often decorates the floor, ceiling and walls. Dark furniture looks very impressive against a light background. For this purpose, it is better to choose black, charcoal gray, marengo color. With the help of color contrast, you can successfully place accents in the interior.
It should be remembered that the high-tech style in the interior of the apartment is still different from office minimalism. The presence of black and white tones depersonalizes the space, deprives it of liveliness and mood. Only experimenters will decide to decorate an apartment in this style. In most cases, designers offer to complement the room with a bright detail. These can be sofa cushions, a vase, a lamp, chair upholstery or cabinet fronts. In this case, saturated deep shades of red, blue, yellow, green, purple will look most advantageous.
The surface of furniture and finishing materials should be monochrome.
Hi-tech furniture
The main quality that furniture of this style should have is functionality. When choosing furnishings for a bedroom, living room or other room, you should purchase only those interior items that are really necessary. We must not forget one of the first rules - most of the room should remain free.
- Cabinet furniture. About massive cabinets, headsets and other storage systems betterforget. The high-tech interior is mainly built-in furniture that allows you to effectively use every centimeter of space. It is also better to replace the partitions in the room with bookshelves or other functional details.
- Tables. A high-tech table is a completely original tandem of ergonomics and beauty. So, in normal times, this piece of furniture can be small and almost invisible. However, as soon as lunch time comes, the table easily transforms into a large table for the whole family.
- Upholstered furniture. The interior of a high-tech living room is simply impossible to imagine without a sofa or armchairs. Moreover, upholstered furniture must certainly be mega-convenient and comfortable. Modular and folding sofas will be held in high esteem.
Materials
A fairly common technique when creating a high-tech interior is the contrast of a glossy and matte surface. It is this accent that allows you to deviate from the boring canons of minimalism and make the room more attractive.
It is better to forget about such familiar material as wood. It deprives the environment of a futuristic direction and lands it. Those who want to create a classic high-tech interior should choose from the following materials:
- Plastic. This material makes excellent doors for cabinets, countertops, shelves and any other interior elements. In addition, plastic is easy to clean, it is not afraid of moisture and contact with household chemicals.
- Glass. glass inthe interior can be used in a variety of ways: transparent, matte, colored. In any case, it will be in place. In addition to the usual glass cabinet doors, this material can be present in the form of countertops, transparent doors and frosted partitions.
- Leather. One of the best types of upholstery for upholstered furniture will be leather (or leatherette). In this case, it is not at all necessary to choose white or black material. An indoor sofa or armchair may well be red, yellow or blue, but the upholstery should not have a pattern.
- Metal. It is a metal alloy that can replace wood. In the photo in high-tech style interiors, you can often see chrome-plated steel legs of furniture, racks, and whole metal structures. If the kitchen has massive pipes, then you should not hide them behind the finish - they can act as a stylish decor.
Finishing materials
Choosing the right finishing materials is an important part of creating a high-tech apartment interior. The photo below shows one of the classic finishes.
- Walls. Wallpaper is most often not in demand, but you can consider those options that are completely devoid of a pattern. In this case, the effect will be achieved due to the interesting texture of the walls. The most common options are plaster, paint, stone, tile or paneling.
- Gender. There are many suitable options for finishing the floor, including: plain linoleum, tile, laminate, self-leveling floor.
- Ceiling. An ideal option in this case would be a suspended or stretch multi-level ceiling. Such coatings make it possible to create original lighting.
Lighting
Perhaps there is no other interior style where lighting plays such an important role. In addition to the main overhead light source, you can safely use floor lamps, sconces, table lamps and LEDs. And the latter can really be many.
Besides their main function, light sources also play a decorative role. This feature can be safely used in order to add zest to the interior in high-tech style. Photos from designers will make sure that it is non-trivial lamps that are the real decoration of futuristic bedrooms, kitchens and living rooms.
Decor
Of course, a lot of words have been said that high-tech does not tolerate all sorts of decorations and small details. Meanwhile, not everyone will like absolutely empty walls and a minimum of furnishings. To give the room a warmer, homely look, designers advise choosing the best option.
- Watch. They will fit perfectly into any room, whether it be a bedroom, a living room or a high-tech kitchen. Photo interiors fully proves this statement. However, the hours for an urban environment must be chosen appropriately. Their body must belarge enough, made in the form of a simple geometric figure. The ideal solution is an electronic watch with wide functionality. These can be put on the bedside table in the bedroom.
- Photos within. Laconic frames in black and white colors will perfectly fit into the interior of this style direction.
- Carpet. Traditionally, in rooms with a minimalist slope, carpets are not desirable. However, in some cases it is extremely difficult to do without them. So, in the bedroom, the carpet will not only make the room more comfortable and warm, but will also become a spectacular decoration.
Window decoration
According to professionals, blinds are the best option for window decoration. They fit into the overall style concept and are extremely comfortable. Lamellas are especially useful in the interior of a high-tech kitchen.
For those who find horizontal blinds too strict and office, manufacturers offer vertical blinds. In appearance, such models are somewhat similar to curtains, so they are more familiar to perception.
