Craving for everything natural and natural becomes the reason why thousands of people prefer country style. Its name is translated into Russian as "village". This direction came into fashion at the beginning of the last century, and has remained relevant since then.
Country style in the interior: the basics
How did it all start? The history of country style began in the first half of the 20th century. Even then, he fascinated people with his simplicity, unobtrusiveness, naturalness, rustic charm. Initially, elements of this style were used in the arrangement of small country houses, then it began to be popular with apartment owners. Country features made it possible to create an atmosphere of comfort and coziness in the house.
Already in the second half of the 20th century, this style became popular all over the world. People were attracted not only by its comfort and simplicity, but also by its accessibility. Country features are easy to translate into design even with a limited budget. Is it any wonder that the style has remained in demand even today.
Materials
Stylecountry music does not tolerate ultra-modern developments that do not fit the description of "eco-friendly", "natural". It is strongly not recommended to use stretch ceilings, plastic panels, ceramic tiles, linoleum, polystyrene boards and so on.
The abundance of glass is also not welcome, as well as chrome surfaces. But in such a design there is a use for forging, bronze, old metal.
Wall decoration
What could country style walls look like? Possible designs are listed below.
- Pasting with simple paper wallpaper. Stripe, cage, flower - suitable patterns.
- Pasting with textile wallpaper decorated with floral ornaments.
- Covered in striped or botanical fabric.
- Using masonry or brickwork.
- Applying decorative plaster.
- Decoration with a board or wood panels.
The finishes listed above are not necessarily used in their pure form. A combination of several types is allowed and even encouraged.
Finishing the floor
Country-style design imposes certain restrictions on the choice of finishing materials for the floor. It's great if it's wood. Preference should be given to the parquet board, and not parquet or laminate. The use of decorative stone, tiles is also welcome.
Country design is associated with comfort and warmth. Is it any wonder how important the right choice of carpet is considered?! On thethe floor can be laid with a high-pile product, a mat is also allowed.
Ceiling decoration
What could be the ceiling? It can be painted white, decorated with wood. The use of wooden beams is also encouraged.
It is strongly not recommended to use glossy and matte stretch fabrics for ceiling decoration. This will negatively affect the atmosphere of the room, it will no longer look close to nature, rustic.
Colours
Photo of the interior in country style helps to decide on the choice of colors. Obviously, the colors should not be too saturated and bright. Color balance is also important. For example, if the furniture upholstery is made in rich colors, accessories in pastel colors will help soften the effect. If the rooms are dominated by pastel shades, bright accessories will help to revive and invigorate the atmosphere.
What colors does country style like? Preference should be given to lavender, brown, terracotta, sand, olive shades. Of course, different shades of white are used. Colors that evoke associations with nature are welcome. Shades of blue skies, tree foliage, warm sunbeams - there are many options.
Lighting
What kind of lighting does a country-style interior need? The photos in the article will help you figure it out. The windows should not be curtained with thick curtains, as they will prevent the penetration of natural light into the apartment. It should alsorefuse to use halogen, fluorescent, energy-saving lamps. Their cold white color does not fit into the design concept. It is better to screw ordinary incandescent lamps into floor lamps and sconces.
The use of antique-styled lamps and chandeliers is encouraged. Elegant chandeliers and candlesticks will help create an atmosphere of comfort in a house or apartment. Fringed floor lamps will organically fit into the interior, there is a place for them in the bedroom and living room.
Furniture
Country style in the interior puts forward certain requirements for the choice of furniture. Original pieces of furniture are easy to find in flea markets, attics of old houses. This does not mean at all that such a design requires the presence of artificially aged, shabby products. The new furniture will not only not break the concept of style, but will also help support it.
What are the selection criteria? It is great if the furniture is somewhat rough, with straight lines, a minimum number of decorative elements. Products do not have to be majestic, luxurious and bulky. Multifunctionality in this case is also not welcome. Each element has its own task. In a country-style home, there is room for solid tables, elegant sideboards, unpretentious chairs and benches, hanging shelves and cabinets.
If desired, you can also use forged and wicker furniture. Such products will take their rightful place in the dining room, living room, hallway. The role of furniture can take on baskets, boxes, chests. All these objectsmake a great alternative to cabinets.
Textiles
The features of country style in the interior will not be realized if you refuse to use textiles. It is with its help that the desired entourage is created. It is great if the curtains are made from natural fabrics. Linen, chintz, cotton - there are a lot of options. The color of the products is chosen based on which gamut dominates the room. A good solution would be a cheerful pattern - in a flower, in a cage, in polka dots. Curtains are allowed to be decorated with ruffles, ribbons, ropes, laces.
When choosing the rest of the textiles, you should be guided by the same criteria. Sofa cushions, tablecloths, napkins, bedspreads - there should be a lot of all this. Products made in patchwork technique are welcome.
Decor
Decor plays an important role in decorating an apartment or house in country style. Bronze and ceramic figurines, candlesticks, floor and table lamps with lampshades, ceramic dishes, cheerful embroidered napkins - all these elements will find a place in such an interior. The use of live plants is encouraged, which can be placed in pots decorated with macrame.
Walls can be decorated with watercolors and landscapes. Black-and-white photographs in simple frames, stylized antique, will organically fit into the interior. Wicker baskets will also help create an atmosphere of comfort.
Living room
How to decorate the most important room in a house or apartment? A country-style living room cannot be imagined without a fireplace, because it is alivefire is one of the main attributes of this direction. The fireplace can be gas, wood, electric, and its imitation is also allowed, for example, a plasterboard console. It is desirable to highlight the fireplace area with stone or tile masonry, you can place a flower pot with firewood nearby.
The country-style living room is a room where artistic mess is allowed and even welcomed. Furniture is arranged so that it is convenient to use. Order and symmetry in its arrangement are not characteristic of this direction. The floor can be decorated with stone, tiles or rough boards. The decorative function will be taken over by antique candelabra with candles, paintings, natural and artificial flowers in a flower pot.
Bedroom
It is impossible not to pay attention to the design of the room in which people spend at least a third of their lives. What is a country-style bedroom? The floor should be laid out with parquet or parquet board. To decorate the walls, wallpaper with floral or floral patterns is used, they can also be simply painted. It is recommended to sheathe the ceiling with light wood or whitewash.
Which color scheme should dominate a country style bedroom? Cream, brown, blue, green, white, terracotta - tones that will help create the necessary atmosphere. It's great if the shades of the furniture are a little darker than the main environment.
Which furniture to give preference? An important role is played by the bed, which must have a back. Also in the bedroom there is a place for mirrors, a dressing table, a pouffe. The use of old-fashionedchest of drawers, chests and baskets will be a great alternative for cabinets.
Kitchen
A photo of a country-style kitchen will help you get an idea of what the design of this room could be. The use of glass countertops, plastic ceilings is categorically not welcome. Tiles are perfect for decorating the work area and floor. Door and window openings can be decorated with light and airy curtains.
Household appliances should not be visible, they must be hidden in lockers. The walls should be decorated with paintings depicting fruits and flowers, ceramic plates. There is a place in such a room for ceramic vases with field and garden flowers. As a lighting fixture, you should choose a chandelier made of forged metal. If we are talking about a small room, you can abandon it in favor of several lamps.
A photo of a country-style kitchen helps to understand the importance of the role played by embroidered towels. It is great if these products are decorated by hand. An abundance of tin jars for spices and tea, wicker baskets are also welcome. Decorative figurines depicting chickens, chickens, roosters will look appropriate.
Bathroom
Thinking over the interior of a country-style house, one cannot help but pay attention to the bathroom. As finishing materials, you should choose stone or tile, these materials are famous for their resistance to moisture. The role of furniture will be taken over by modular options made of natural wood.
What decor elements to give awaypreference? Wrought iron towel holders are encouraged. Wicker laundry baskets will also organically fit into the rustic interior.
Hallway
The entrance hall creates the first impression of a country-style house or apartment. Therefore, it is also important to pay maximum attention to the design of this room. The walls can be decorated with wooden panels in light colors. An effective solution would be an artificially aged surface, which will allow you to bring vintage notes to the design. Wallpaper with floral patterns will also organically fit into the interior.
For the design of the floor, choose natural wood. If you want to save money, you can stay on the laminate, in this case, do not forget about a small beautiful rug.
Natural wood furniture in light colors with a rough shape is welcome. Antique-finished hangers, elegant wicker baskets are also relevant. In such a hallway there is a place for an ordinary wooden bench, which will allow you to comfortably put on and take off your shoes. Thematic figurines, paintings with images on a rural theme, enclosed in wooden frames, will take on a decorative role. Do not forget about fresh flowers located in clay pots.
Children's
If it is easy to find a photo of a country-style kitchen (as well as a bedroom, a living room, a hallway), then elements of this style are rarely used in a nursery. However, this solution will appeal to parents who strive to ensure that the child is surrounded by natural, environmentally friendlymaterials.
The floor can be decorated with wood. The tile in this case is not suitable, as it is slippery and cold. The walls should be decorated with photo wallpaper, which depicts animals, nature. As lighting fixtures, you should choose sconces with yellow light.
The child will love the rocking chair - a piece of furniture that will also take on a decorative and entertaining role. Windows can be decorated with charming linen curtains. Decorative pillows, gingham bedding, a photo of a baby in the family circle - all these little things will help in creating an atmosphere of comfort, warmth.
Different countries
Different countries have their own ideas about country style. The photos give an idea of the diversity this destination is famous for.
- English design is famous for its use of elegant ornaments and color schemes. Furniture, walls, ceiling, flower pots are covered with fabric with ornaments. The use of cabinet furniture made of mahogany or cherry is welcome. Checkered curtains and porcelain figurines will help create an atmosphere of elegance and stiffness.
- American design is characterized by deliberate brutality and rigor. Massive, rough and simple furniture organically fits into such an interior; intricate designs are irrelevant in this case. The ceiling and walls are painted in the same color, there are no ornaments. Lighting is provided by lamps made of wood. Patchwork pillows and rugs, naturalanimal skins. The living room must have a fireplace, or at least a quality imitation of it.
- Greek design is famous for its convenience and simplicity. The walls are traditionally painted in light colors, window openings and doors are decorated with bright colors. Furniture with strict forms made of wood is welcome. The abundance of free space is a characteristic feature of the Greek country. Decorative elements must be used with care.
- German design is famous for its love of natural materials. In such a room there is no place for anything artificial. Neutral colors dominate, this should be taken into account when choosing finishing materials, furniture, decor elements. Beautiful figurines, stylized antique, metal lamps organically fit into such an interior.
- Italian country design is a blend of sophistication and southern temperament. The use of furniture with a light design is encouraged. It is better to refuse bulky and rough objects, they do not fit into the concept. It's great if the furniture is artificially aged, the same can be said about the decor elements. Arched window and doorways will help to create an atmosphere of lightness and grace, characteristic of this direction.
Simple and complex at the same time - this is country style. The photos in the article will help you better understand its features.
