"Eternal classic" is this phraseIt is no coincidence that the word “classic” has entered history. It accurately describes the demand and popularity of the classic style in the interior. Classics are not subject to fashion trends and the passage of time. This style, like no other, is suitable for decorating living rooms and halls that bring families together in a warm evening atmosphere. Before deciding to create a living room in a classic style, pay attention to the fact that it has always been a sign of a certain status of the owner.
In interior design it is recommended to use warm and light colors.
The main criteria for determining the classical style
The main feature that distinguishes the classics fromvariety of styles, this is strictness, consisting of symmetry, correct geometric shapes, clear structure of interior elements and decor. In such a living room you will not see randomly selected accessories or cheap materials.
It is recommended to use in the design of the living roomnatural stone floor. If you like columns and porticoes created by masters from marble and granite, you are not indifferent to majestic fireplaces decorated with stucco and laid out with tiles, then your living room should certainly be done in a classic style. The designer's tools are darkened bronze, gilding and crystal. Stained glass structures come to replace ordinary windows in a living room in a classic style. If your main room is not very large, use the reflection effect, this function can be performed by massive mirrors in copper or gold frames. The main decorative elements will be vases, paintings and sculptures located in niches. In order not to harm the overall impression, try not to cross the fine line that separates luxury from "expensive bad taste". Return to contents</a>
Palette in classic style
Color matching chart.Color plays one of the main roles in a classic interior. In the category of light shades, preference should be given to ivory or milky colors. White in its classic sense is widely used only when creating an Italian style. All shades of white create magnificent tandems with gilding, natural stone of various colors and varnished wood. If the design of a living room in white looks dull to you, take a closer look at shades of turquoise, beige, blue and rich cherry. When choosing a color, it is important to consider the side of the world that the windows face. For "northern" rooms, it is preferable to use warm shades. In classic design, only natural wood is used, the most suitable species are walnut, plum and wenge. Owners of "southern" living rooms can safely use a cold color scheme, which gives a successful combination with dark wood: mahogany and measured oak. Playing with color, shape and pattern will help to visually adjust the space. A small pattern on the walls will help to expand the room, to raise a low ceiling - the task of columns and vertical stripes in the decoration. A significant change in the height of the living room can be achieved by combining a snow-white ceiling and a dark, single-color floor. In this situation, it does not matter what kind of floor covering is chosen, it can be either parquet or tiles. Return to the table of contents</a>
Decoration of the ceiling and walls
Installation diagram of a two-level ceiling made ofplasterboard. Work on the embodiment of a classic interior begins with finishing the ceiling. The best solution would be to apply plaster and finish with white matte latex paint. Thanks to the white color, a certain aristocracy is born in the living room. When choosing paint, give preference to famous brands, the quality of which has been tested by users. Otherwise, the ceiling may upset you with an unpleasant yellow tint over time. When decorating walls, the choice is between plain painting and wallpapering. In the classic style, you will have to give up the now popular linoleum and laminate, even if they are of the highest quality. Your choice is natural wood parquet or tiles. When laying parquet, it can form various patterns - from a simple square and herringbone to an intricate wind rose. The highest level of skill is considered to be the design of a living room, the floor of which is made using natural stone. Among all the variety, marble and polished granite have the greatest durability. If you choose tiles, remember the rule of proportion of the room size and flooring elements: the larger the area, the larger the tiles used for flooring should be. Tile collections allow you to create different patterns on the floor, rosettes made of different stones, located in the center of the hall, look incredibly attractive. Return to contents</a>
Selection of furniture and textiles
The classic style can be easily emphasized with doorsopenings designed as an open arch. If you can’t refuse a door, you should prefer a solid wood structure with decorative elements made of brass and bronze. The duet of strength and sophistication made of wood and aluminum does not lose its popularity for windows. Modern technology of laminating the surface of a window frame will never replace natural wood. Undoubtedly, the living room furniture will attract attention, if the design concept allows, you can use carving, gilding, metal overlays and enamel inserts. Forged decorative elements will be a real highlight. What furniture will be appropriate in a living room? A wide leather sofa or a soft corner should take pride of place. If you choose the second option between leather and fabric, make sure that the upholstery color is slightly darker than the wall decoration. The living room design is done using velvet, soft velor, satin and jacquard. The same fabrics will be appropriate when decorating a window. If the ceiling is high enough, you can use a lambrequin, but even without it, the curtains should be large enough. The lighting issue can be solved by installing a multi-lamp crystal chandelier, a massive bronze chandelier with frosted glass lampshades in the shape of candles or balls. Lights that match the chandelier in style are hung on the walls.
