Every homeowner wants to make their home unique and beautiful. Projects of modern houses and cottages require special attention, because you need to choose the right decorative elements, accessories and ornaments. Also in any interior should be correctly combined: color, shape and texture. The following article presents the main interior styles that will appeal to many lovers of originality and uniqueness.
Classic style
Those who prefer harmony, symmetry and expensive quality decor details can get a chic cottage. The modern classic style is distinguished by the use of expensive patterned parquet, furniture, natural velvet, brocade and leather.
The walls are finished with paper or fabric wallpaper, hand-painted in neutral shades (peach, pink, light brown). Various figurines, beautiful chandeliers, candlesticks, mirrors and paintings are necessarily placed in the premises. The color scheme should be calm, for example, in beige and cream tones.
Do not decorate the interior with heavy curtains -instead of them, light curtains with translucent tulle are suitable. It is very important to choose the right lighting fixtures. Most often, glass and crystal are used for this, however, shades and lampshades made of natural fabric will fit well. As for furniture, it should emphasize the classic style. To do this, use antique sofas and beds, carved tables, cabinets and bedside tables.
The ceilings in the rooms are finished in white and decorated with rosettes, moldings and stucco. In the center of the largest room (for example, the living room) a fireplace is installed, the style and color of which match the rest of the interior details.
Minimalism
Cottage in a modern minimalist style allows you to equip it simply and tastefully. It usually combines convenience, space and a small amount of surrounding details. This style stands out for its features: soft diffused lighting, a minimum number of partitions and furniture, large windows. Also, this style can be recognized by:
- stocking the most important multifunctional furniture;
- hidden light sources (halogen and neon bulbs);
- white-gray, black-and-white or gray-brown colors (shades imitating metal, wood, stone, brick are often used);
- neutral wallpaper with a rough texture;
- the minimum amount of decor without additional decorations and ornaments;
- simple multifunctional furniture;
- blinds on the windows.
Simple cabinet furniture with flatfacades can perfectly decorate a modern interior. A minimalist cottage can be decorated with plastic, wood and metal structures with a glossy surface.
In the bedrooms put sofas, beds made of polished and varnished wood. Kitchen facades are usually made of stainless steel. The monochrome color scheme is diluted with bright details: sofa cushions, a small number of paintings, a large ornamental plant.
Country
Modern design of country-style cottages is considered to be warmer, homely and soulful than the rest. At the same time, this interior is distinguished by simplicity and economy, because it can be decorated with home-made products (embroideries, knitted tablecloths and curtains, furniture covers, patchwork bedspreads and pillows).
For wall decoration, wallpaper with a simple floral pattern (like papyrus, bamboo) or decorative plaster imitating brick, masonry is suitable. An excellent option for enclosing structures will be wood panels. Stone, tile or wood (laminate) is usually laid on the floor.
The color scheme should be discreet: the country style is distinguished by soft pastel colors (beige, blue, green). Wooden or wicker furniture suits him well, and there should be benches, hanging cabinets, baskets, chests.
For the sake of variety, bright decor elements are used: pots or vases with flowers, dried flowers, watercolor drawings. The main attribute islive fire, so you can build a fireplace or put an imitation of it.
Japanese style
How else can you decorate your cottage? Modern Japanese style is suitable for those who are not afraid to experiment with their home. It is characterized by: open layout, unity with nature, neutral palette, naturalness.
This interior is different in that it uses a minimal set of furniture, no massive partitions. Thin and light structures are used as fences.
Japanese style goes well with natural materials: bamboo, wood, stone and metal. Furniture, decorative items, floor and wall coverings can be made from them. To save space, you need to put sliding partitions instead of doors.
Designers who create projects of modern houses and cottages claim that the Japanese style is closely connected with nature. Therefore, greenery, stones, fountains and other natural elements should be present inside or outside the house. Interior design often uses neutral shades of cream, gray and brown. Do not decorate the premises with any patterns - only Japanese painting on wallpaper, curtains, pillows will do.
Neo-Baroque
From the usual baroque style took graceful forms, lighting effects, brightness, splendor, theatricality and majesty. With this unusual design, you can highlight your cottage.
Modern neo-baroque style stands out with a variety of colors. Widecrimson, blue, dark red, purple, emerald, beige and silver shades are used. If they are combined with gilding, then the housing will become magical and enchanting.
Among the features of neo-Baroque, it is worth highlighting:
- finishing with imitation of granite, marble, expensive wood;
- combination of bright crystal chandeliers with subdued sconces, neon lights and candles;
- massive furniture with unusual patterns, figures;
- mirrors with massive frames;
- dressers, armchairs, beds with curly elements, curved legs;
- decorative boxes;
- wave cabinets.
Modern
Many owners want a cottage that will take the breath away from any guest with a contemporary look. This is how the Art Nouveau interior will look like, which is famous for its natural shades (white, beige, olive, blue, smoky, gold and silver). Its main idea is the use of smooth lines in the form of the letter S (wavy shapes). This applies to any detail: furniture, doorways, windows, decor. At the same time, everything is made from natural materials: wood, glass, ceramics, marble, expensive fabrics.
Romance is inherent in Art Nouveau, so the lighting should be subdued (using lamps made of frosted, colored glass). The most popular style elements are stained glass windows, which are inserted into windows, doors, furniture and walls. Colored glass decor is used to decorate the interior: vases,lamps, figurines, paintings.
Country cottage was created not only for permanent residence, but also for recreation. Therefore, it is important to create a modern interior that will be combined with the design of the entire building.
