The living room is the main room in the house,intended for receiving guests. When decorating it, the most interesting design is chosen. There are many design options. And if difficulties arise, you can always use the services of a professional designer. If you already have an idea, then a professional will bring it to life. The design of the living room can be divided into two main types:
Figure 1. A living room in retro style involves the presence of massive furniture, dark colors, and carpets.
- traditional;
- modern.
Traditional includes such familiar designs as retro or modern, and contemporary design includes such styles as high-tech or techno.
The main styles of the living room design
Retro styles. Fig. 1.Heavy furniture made of natural wood, carpets on the floor and walls, a large chandelier in the middle of the room are used. This style is quite common. There is a tendency to return to the interior of the late 50s - early 60s of the twentieth century. This means that cabinets-walls for dishes and boat-shaped sofas are used. Carpets and a large chandelier, preferably crystal, are a must.
Figure 2.Floral patterns are characteristic attributes of the Art Nouveau style. Art Nouveau as a style of interior design in the living room. Fig. 2. Having emerged at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, this style quickly gained popularity and continues to be used to decorate living rooms. Floral elements of ornament, molding and stained glass are actively used. Modern interior design. Fig. 3. The design of this room is unconventional, in the hi-tech style. An abundance of glass and metal surfaces, contrasting colors, built-in and swivel lamps are used. The techno style is mainly used to decorate living rooms in private homes. This style requires a high ceiling and an unconventional room configuration. Metal trusses, metal sheets for wall decoration and swivel lamps are used. The main trends in the arrangement of the living room are given. We can also mention interior design in an ethnic style. Decorating a room in Eastern or Japanese traditions. You can also use your own ideas. Return to the table of contents</a>
What you need to consider when decorating the living room?
Figure 3.The living room in the Hi-tech style uses contrasting pure colors, as well as metal surfaces. The design consists not only of the choice of style and furniture. Of great importance is the possible redevelopment of the room, dividing it into separate zones. The hall is often combined with the kitchen or loggia. In this case, the zones are distinguished by shades of color in the design of the walls, special lighting, installation of a bar counter or different levels of the floor or ceiling. Use plasterboard arches. Such redevelopment allows you to significantly increase the space of the room. When thinking over the interior ideas for the living room, it is necessary to combine functionality with beauty and quality. Very often, decorative plaster or non-woven wallpaper is used for interior decoration. This material is expensive, but it gives the room a touch of sophistication, which is very suitable for a hall in which guests are received. As for lighting, even in halls that are decorated in one of the traditional styles, a relaxation area is allocated. Usually, upholstered furniture and wall lamps or a floor lamp are placed there. This allows you to create a cozy corner even in a large room, where you can sit alone or with your family in the evening. There are many options for the interior of the living room. The main thing is to choose a balance between convenience and splendor: so that you feel cozy, and your guests feel that they are always expected here and are ready to meet them solemnly.
