Due to the rise in popularity of more contemporary alternative apartment designs, upholstered classic living room furniture is rapidly losing demand. However, it is impossible to say that there are no fans of such an interior. It is safe to say that furniture will remain in demand for several decades. This is due to the decision of designers to mix several styles at once, adding elements of the classic direction.
Classic is always suitable for people who find it difficult to navigate the abundance of existing designs. And it doesn't matter what area we are talking about: clothing or apartment design.
Style, harmony, aesthetics - all this has a classic living room. Furniture (photo below) can be equipped with elements not of a “pure” style, but, for example, with the addition of Empire, English classicism, baroque, rococo, neoclassicism. They all have common features, but there are also differences that make them unique.
How to understand the expression "classic furniture"?
It can be said that “classical furniture” is a generalized concept, which has long been firmly established in the habitual speech of every person. Compositions of furniture, which were called classics, were collected a few years ago. Some of the elements inherent in these items came from the Turks, others from the French, and the rest came from the Italians.
Living room furniture in a classic style has the cultures of several peoples at once, which allowed it to become known and loved all over the world. For some reason, some believe that it was the European civilization that became the discoverer of these interior items, but if you look at history, it becomes clear that this is not at all the case.
The advantage of furniture is that it is made from environmentally friendly and natural materials. It is also highly reliable and has a long service life.
Classic sofa
Common classic-style living room furniture is the sofa. Whatever the apartment: spacious or not, it is always present. And if among modern styles there are exceptions in which this piece of furniture is not mandatory, then in classic interiors one cannot get along without it. When it is not possible to purchase a sofa, you can opt for several armchairs, as well-known designers advise. However, even psychologists have proven that the sofa makes the room visually cozier and more comfortable, it has the same properties as a fireplace in your own home. It doesn’t matter if a person lives on his own or not, but this item has an excellent effect on the psyche. Decorative elements and colors in a classic style are really striking.
Classic chair
Another most common living room furniture (a classic detail of almost any interior) is an armchair. It is worth noting right away that it is not as necessary as a sofa, but it still plays an important functional role. Armchairs in such an interior are best considered as an addition to the bed. In small rooms, it is on them that the main emphasis should be placed; place next to the coffee table for more convenient operation. The classic armchair differs from others in that it has an elegant back, beautiful and decorated armrests and quite expensive upholstery. After a working day, such upholstered furniture will be just a gift. The advantage of chairs is that they are unique and durable, and this causes a little envy among friends and loved ones. Such furniture diversifies the interior, brings bright colors into it, revives old shades.
Wall
Do not forget that the wall is also furniture for the living room (classic variation). First, she is elegant and eye-catching. Secondly, it is made from fairly expensive wood species, so the quality is at the highest level (and the cost too). It can please you that on the furniture market you can find walls decorated with a variety of decor, this attracts attention.random guests and close friends. The main disadvantage of this furniture is that it takes up a lot of space. Therefore, it is not suitable for compact living rooms. Otherwise, when work colleagues or a group of friends come, you will have to huddle in cramped quarters or in another room.
Chest of drawers
The above walls are not suitable for small spaces, but there is alternative furniture for the living room in a classic style (photo below). This is a chest of drawers. He, taking up very little space, can accommodate a sufficient number of things. The chest of drawers also plays not only a functional, but also an important decorative role. Models made of mahogany in ancient times decorated the homes of nobles and merchants throughout Europe.
Chests of showcases will look good. As a rule, things are hidden in the lower shelves, as they are closed with blind doors. And the top part is under glass. This allows you to arrange various accessories that will complement the interior and emphasize its uniqueness.
Tables and tables
Popular furniture for the living room in a classic style (photo can be seen in the article) - coffee tables. They will conquer any person, as they are graceful and beautiful. Gemstones, wood (red and black), mosaics are all used to decorate this piece of furniture.
When buying a table, you need to take into account the dominant tones, other objects in the room, so that it does not look ridiculous. If the sofa is in the Empire style, and the table is Gothic, then nothing good will come of this combination.
How to choose furniture?
In order for classic living room furniture to look as cozy, spectacular and comfortable as possible, it is necessary to create the right and good lighting. You need to take into account the amount of free space, because it is unlikely that chairs or ottomans placed in the corners, next to which there is a bench just a few steps away, will look really chic. In order not to be disappointed in the chosen style, you need to have a living room of at least a medium size, the ceilings should be slightly higher than the standard option.
Pros advise not to use a lot of decorative elements so that the space is not overloaded, as this may spoil the overall impression of the room.
Classification
Classic living room furniture is sorted according to several criteria: appearance, texture and shade. Depending on this classification, three types of items can be distinguished:
- Modular furniture. As a rule, this is a set of a chest of drawers or a wardrobe, a table, an armchair, a chair, a bedside table. Here you do not need to have a special taste in the choice of things, because they are all tailored to one style, representing one whole composition.
- Color solution. Light colors are the most popular among consumers: white, milky, olive, beige, pink. Sets of a sofa and an armchair or a wall, which perfectly match each other in shades, are also in demand.
- Upholstered furniture. Among these models there are sofas, corners, sofas, armchairs and chairs. Most often on theminteresting prints applied.
Creating a classic interior and proper furniture placement
In order to reproduce the correct design of the room, you need to understand: to fully disclose the subject, you need a fairly large space. Classic living room furniture won't create a stunning design in a cramped room, but it's worth trying.
It must be remembered that all modern styles are designed specifically for a fairly wide range of customers, while the classics are only for the elite. When choosing furniture, you should pay attention to the size of the room, the functionality of the item and color preferences. In this case, the owner will be satisfied with the end result, and all his friends will be amazed by the beauty of the room.
The main criterion for a successful and majestic design is not only the classic furniture for the living room, but also its location. Also, do not forget about lighting. The arrangement of objects should be uniform, which will visually enlarge the room.
