When it comes time to renovate your living room,There are many questions in your head, starting with what style to decorate the room in and ending with the choice of material for the floor and walls. Don't despair, just take a piece of paper and sketch out a sequence of actions.
The living room is the heart of the whole apartment,therefore, it is important to decorate it tastefully and in compliance with all the basic requirements. The main thing is to understand what style you see your future living room in. This way, you will be able to understand what kind of floor, wall and ceiling finish will suit your living room and bring all your ideas to life.
Styles and their characteristics
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The Art Nouveau style is characterized by smooth lines,asymmetrical elements, plant patterns, etc. can be taken from different styles. For example, a room decorated in the Art Nouveau style is characterized by the presence of plant patterns, both depicted on textiles and made of metal and wood. This style is characterized by the presence of smooth lines and intricate images. Stained glass windows, metal stairs, asymmetrical elements are often used, which brings this style closer to nature. Colors close to natural ones are used: green, purple, pearl, etc. The favorite material is wood. Stone, plaster, crystal, ceramics are also used. To bring all these ideas to life, it is not necessary to approach the issue too scrupulously. , for example, you can not enrich it with stucco, but make a simple, smooth soft pastel color. But if you hang a beautiful crystal chandelier, the reference to the style will be unambiguous. Here the idea of decorating the walls with wallpaper with a floral pattern will do. You can simplify the task by painting the walls with special paint, just at the same time it is worth complementing the interior with paintings. The floor can be laid with stylized tiles or even stone (granite, marble), or lay parquet. The main thing is, if you do not want to pay much attention to the decoration, focus your attention on the details. Wooden armrests, forged elements, wavy lines on curtains or pillows, plant ornaments. Also all sorts of interior items - such as vases with flowers, paintings, small floor statues, clocks, etc. Return to the table of contents</a>Classic style
The classic style is characterized by pastel colors,furniture made of natural wood, etc. The classic style is characterized by symmetry, in terms of color - warm, pastel colors (peach, olive, sand). Preferably natural materials are used: wood, stone and fabrics. The balance between comfort and luxury is important. The furniture itself should look like a work of art, and at the same time it should not be overloaded with details. Various accessories are welcome: floor mirrors, paintings in carved frames, beautifully draped curtains, etc. As for the ceiling and walls, the ceiling should not be too simple. Usually a multi-level ceiling is made, in which a plasterboard structure will help a lot. The presence of stucco will also be very useful. It is better to paste over the walls with wallpaper of soft colors with small patterns (flowers, leafy branches, ornament) or cover them with light paint. It is better to put parquet or laminate on the floor. Return to the table of contents</a>Country style
The country style is characterized by simplicity and absenceluxury. If you are attracted by the idea of decorating your living room in country style, then you need to take into account the details typical for this style. In the country style, only natural materials are used, simplicity in execution, lack of luxury. Pastel tones and those close to natural natural colors are also used. Furniture can be used both wicker and upholstered in leather - whatever you like best. An indispensable attribute should be a fireplace - it can be electronic, but stylized. The walls can be simply plastered and complemented with paintings with rustic motifs or pasted over with wallpaper depicting nature: flowers, animals, birds. The ceiling in the living room should be painted light. Natural boards or stone are suitable for flooring. And do not forget about the carpet - it will be an ideal addition to the chosen style. Return to the table of contents</a>
Helpful Tips
Whatever the design, except for the central oneThe lighting in the living room should also be local, since this is a place where you can retire to read a book on ordinary days when guests are not invited, and for this a small table lamp or floor lamp is enough. Your living room should have a lot of space, because this is where many people will gather, and if you fill it with furniture and decorative items, it will be very cramped. When choosing a door to the living room, it is better to opt for an option such as an arch or a double door. You can realize any fantasy, you just need to know what style you would like to see it in and try to take into account the above tips.
