The high-tech style in interior design has become quite common recently due to its versatility. The living room in this style looks especially good.
Initially, the high-tech style was used in architecture, as a space style with a popular science focus, but over time it moved into interiors.
General characteristic of the high-tech style in the interior of the living room
This style is the newest among the alreadyexisting. It began to spread at the end of the 20th century. Its essence consists of using popular science literature and films, space themes and the use of ultra-modern materials. At first, the term "high tech" was used only in relation to architectural structures of space orientation, and only then these ideas found their application in the interior. The main features of the high tech style in the living room:
The main features of the high-tech style are straight lines, cool colors, lots of metal, plastic and glass, lots of modern technology and lighting design.
- Cold and light tonalities;
- straight angles and lines;
- use as basic materials of metal, glass and plastic;
- lack of plant motifs and ornaments;
- rationality and minimalism;
- presence of flowers with a metallic reflection;
- modern technology;
- hidden hangers, light design and all kinds of lighting.
It is inappropriate to use a large number of napkins and pillows for the sofa, drapery, luxury and molded elements in the interior in the high-tech style. Return to the table of contents</a>
High-tech style in the living room and functionality
High tech in the interior should consist of maximally simplified forms. The main components are:
- lighting;
- metallic reflection.
The main colors of the high-tech style are white, black,gray, but you can add bright, glossy accents of red, green, orange colors. The high-tech style does not recognize all sorts of small decorative elements. Details should be simple and functional, have attractive and clear shapes. The design is chosen textured and stylish. Some designers believe that the high-tech style is not feasible in the living room, since this room should carry pragmatism and a homely spirit at the same time. However, with imagination, endurance and a unique view of the decor, this is quite possible. For example, by replacing large and heavy cabinets with light shelves with hidden and open niches. An excellent solution would be to use weightless pencil cases, which are decorated with textured glass or mirrors. This allows you to adhere to the main law of the high-tech style in the interior: the room should be transparent. Lightness is brought to the interior by diluting heavy metal elements with textile ones. For example, airy curtains or a thick bedspread perfectly highlight the high-tech style and add coziness to the room. It is best to choose natural fabric. When choosing furniture, it is necessary to ensure that the glass and metal are in harmony with the decorated fabrics. The main colors of this style are considered to be cold gray and white. But you can also make an accent of bright shades with a metallic sheen:
- green;
- black;
- red;
- orange.
The floor covering of the living room is chosen smooth and glossy. You can choose:
High-tech style furniture with straight, clear shapes, made of wood, glass and metal.
- parquet board;
- ceramic tiles;
- linoleum;
- glossy laminate.
It is better not to use matte board, parquet orcarpet. Wallpaper with a checkered, striped or ornamented pattern will not look the best. For the walls, choose non-woven plain wallpaper. Or they can be painted with glossy or matte paint. Since high-tech to some extent intersects with the urban style, wall cladding with large stone, brick or plaster will look harmonious. Sometimes you can use glossy metal and mirrored polystyrene wall panels. The living room ceiling can be:
- rack metalized;
- tension glossy;
- hanging with complex designs of original shapes and a lot of built-in lamps.
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Decor and light in high-tech style
There is a lot of light in the style, including spot lighting,and local and local and many hidden lights. The high-tech style implies the use of lighting in the form of spotlights. In addition, the light flux is used as a distribution to the zones of the room. String lights are used for this purpose. Embedding them from below makes the atmosphere intimate. The high-tech style in the living room, even in upholstered furniture, implies the presence of gloss. Shiny light leather will look perfect with a glass coffee table with chrome parts. Regarding the paintings, it can be noted that black and white photos or urban images placed in plastic or metal frames will be appropriate. The high-tech style does not imply other decorations. But floor lamps can be used. Reflected in the shiny surface, the light will fill the room. Return to the table of contents</a>
Furniture in the interior of high-tech in the living room
Upholstered furniture should have strict forms withglossy leather and fabric single-color upholstery. The wall is usually small in shape with a smooth glossy front. The following types of furniture may also be present:
- coffee table;
- rack;
- shelves;
- nightstands.
The furniture set may include:glass and chrome components. You can add a twist to the high-tech style in the form of a cabinet or a plastic chair of an original shape. Often, large mirrors are installed in a small living room, visually making the room larger. Or they combine a living room, study and kitchen. In this case, such a space is divided into zones by glass partitions that emphasize the style without violating the functionality and design. These are the basic rules of design. Such a room is suitable for modern people who keep up with the times!
