The strip has long since migrated from the categoryUtilitarian decor in the rank of a fashionable designer chip. What do you need to know for those who believe that life is a series of bands, and not necessarily only black and white? Looking for the answer together For many designers, the strip is a kind of challenge, an experiment that reveals creativity and exciting imagination. In this article, we will talk about how to use this decor element in the interior to create your own small striped miracle. 
Strip strip strife
As you know, there are all kinds of stripes:large and small, light and dark, horizontal and vertical. Not to mention, they can be of a variety of styles and trends. The retro-stripe is considered the most neutral: wide light stripes form a comfortable space in the spirit of old English houses, characterized by poise and gravity. Wallpaper in retro style is especially popular, on which there is a combination of stripes with plant motifs or geometric patterns. It is generally accepted that vertical stripes visually increase the height of the ceiling. But this is true only if it exceeds 2.5 m. This is such a phenomenon. And narrow stripes of light colors in combination with a soft range of shades will create an atmosphere filled with peace and comfort and bring freshness to it. 
Beauty - in the details
The versatility of the strip makes it idealdecorative agent. For example, it is necessary to paste over a fragment of the living room wall with striped wallpaper, change the upholstery of the sofa or hang a striped decorative panel - and the room will immediately be transformed. With a couple of striped details, the monochrome and austere setting becomes lively and interesting. In this case, the strip is usually self-sufficient, and therefore no additional accessories are needed. Those looking for a dynamic living space will love the extravagant combination of black furniture, dark flooring and wallpaper with bright stripes - a la 60s style. The entourage will be complemented by colored plastic chairs, glass tables and posters in the spirit of pop art. 
Generally speaking, a bright colored strip isAn independent decorative element, playing a dominant role in the interior, so he needs a neutral background. And the choice of accessories in this case should be approached with caution, in order to prevent tastelessness and kitsch. 
Verify the direction
If the room is low ceiling, then fromUse of a horizontal strip is better to refrain. However, this is an appropriate option for the design of the bedroom: there, such a solution will create a calm, relaxing atmosphere. 
Neutrality
A neutral background in the room will create a wallpaper ina strip of beige, cream, gray, sand, brown shades. Striped wallpaper in rich colors - from pink and yellow to blue and green - will help add color to the living space. However, in the matter of decor, it is always important to strive for balance. When the color of the walls is neutral, bright accents will emphasize the decor. If the color of the walls is saturated, the atmosphere should be made restrained and calm. Striped wallpaper works well with a variety of finishes, from simple paint to decorative finishes. In other words, feel free to experiment and look for your own version of the striped interior. 
