Mini-lesson in Feng Shui for designers and remodelers
Bedroom Feng Shui is one of the three most important factors influencing the overall Feng Shui of an apartment or house. After all, we spend a third of our lives here. And therefore it is important to identify the quality of qi that influences a sleeping person.
Here we will not talk about complex formulas, but about the proper layout of the bedroom and the placement of the bed from the point of view of Feng Shui. After all, even if a Feng Shui master chooses the most ideal place in the bedroom to place the bed, the designer can nullify all his efforts by worsening the quality of qi in the room.
Feng Shui bedroom: ideal room shapes
Ideal rooms are close to a rectangle or square. In this case, the energy of the room is stable.
However, this rule is relevant not only for choosing a room to sleep, but also for work. After all, negative qi in rectangular rooms will not be as aggressive as in irregularly shaped rooms.
Avoid round, triangular, trapezoidal, L-shaped shapes.
Round bedroom
The qi of the round room is too intense, especially for sleep. This room is more suitable for negotiations than for sleeping.
In an L-shaped bedroom
the corner of the wall creates a flow of aggressive qi. This situation can be easily corrected by constructing a wardrobe or dressing room in a nook. This trick will even out the shape of the room.
Corner of the wall opposite the door
Obviously, the angle generates the flow of “sha-chi” and modifies the quality of energy in the room. It doesn't matter how great the energies in the room were or what the view was from the window. After all, the Feng Shui of the room has gone down the drain. In this case, you may need to install a cabinet to extend the wall. Alternatively, you can round the wall during the renovation stage.
Option: wall corner directed towards the sleeping area
Triangular bedroom
In a triangular room or any other irregularly shaped room, the qi is unbalanced.
Trapezoidal room and feng shui irregularly shaped bedrooms
You can correct imbalanced qi by placing your bed parallel to the walls. This will provide stability.
Bedroom Feng Shui depends on a properly installed bed
Window behind the head of the bed. With this position of the sleeping place, the balance of yin (sleep) and yang (outdoor activity) is disturbed. A window behind your head creates an imbalance and disrupts your peace of mind. However, this rule can be neutralized if your windows are covered with thick curtains while you sleep.
Sleep is a Yin process, as opposed to activity. That is why, according to Feng Shui, a bedroom should have calm energy.
The ideal position is the head of the bed against a blank wall.
It is important to comply with the following requirements, without compromising them even for the sake of favorable directions in which you want to orient the sleeping place (calculated according to gua numbers).
It is unacceptable to turn the bed with the head of the bed towards the corner
In this case, all the benefits of the favorable direction are offset by the flow of sha-chi directed directly to the head of the sleeping person.
Ceiling ledge or beam above the berth
Typically, this can lead to health difficulties and create pressure at work.
Sleeping with your feet to the door according to feng shui
It is believed that only the dead person is carried out feet first. And Feng Shui looks at this belief with skepticism. The essence is different: an intense flow of qi is directed from the door to the bed. The solution is simple: move the bed to the side so that the door is not directly facing you. Or close the door to your room while you sleep.
If we are talking about the entrance door to the apartment, then this statement generally loses all meaning: as a rule, a layout where you could, lying on the bed, see the entrance door to the house is very rare.
Position of the bed with feet towards the bathroom
This type of layout is not recommended for the same reason as sleeping opposite the door. If moving the bed is not possible, install a screen between the bed and the door. In this case, the height of the screen should be higher than the door.
Bed reflected in the mirror
And the statement that a mirror opposite the bed is taboo is another myth. It is based on a Chinese proverb: “A mirror opposite a healthy bed will make you sick.” If you are too suspicious, you may be scared when you see your reflection while asleep. However, this superstition has nothing to do with Feng Shui. And it doesn't affect anything. Verified.
Bedroom in the basement
The main factor for the bedroom (as strange as it may sound) is the presence of light in it during the day. A dark room is not suitable for a bedroom because it does not contain enough qi and is not suitable for anything other than a storage room. It doesn't matter how great the energies of the flying stars are here and in what direction your bed is oriented. The chi just won't get here. It's like a TV that doesn't have a cord to plug into: it doesn't matter what channel it's tuned to.
Open shelves bookcases in the bedroom
An open shelf does not “cut up” the space - no matter what books write about it. Therefore, you can use them in your bedroom design in any way that suits you.
Adjacent rooms
It's great when the bedroom opens onto another spacious room. In this case, the qi can accumulate and calm down before entering the bedroom.
Bed under a sloping ceiling
The qi in such a room is unbalanced. As a rule, children sleeping under a sloping ceiling grow up capricious and restless. The room can be corrected by turning the sloping part into a wardrobe. If the layout does not allow this, it is better to sleep under a higher part of the ceiling than under a slope.
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I have collected the most common mistakes that are made when decorating the interior of a living room.
Your living room only has overhead lighting.
Lighting creates atmosphere and should take into account your mood, so a living room can't get by with just a chandelier in the center of the room. Create your own lighting system (table lamps, sconces, floor lamps, ceiling lighting, etc.).
Missing or incorrectly sized carpet
Small rugs bring imbalance to the room, you should choose the right size rug for your living room. A large carpet will provide a visual expansion of the space, and the interior will take on a finished look.
Your TV is out of place
The best place to place a TV is on an empty wall. Do not install the TV opposite or near a window; this is harmful to your eyesight and prevents you from seeing the image clearly. The distance between the TV and the sofa depends on the size of the screen: the distance should be 3–5 diagonals. Consider this when buying a new TV.
You underestimate the power of pillows
Sofa cushions create a cozy and relaxed atmosphere. When choosing pillows, consider whether the texture of the material will match the upholstery of the sofa or chair. If the upholstered furniture in the living room is made of velvet or velor, then cotton or linen textiles will be inappropriate. For small-sized furniture, neat and small products are suitable, and a massive sofa can contain several voluminous pillows.
Your sofa is against the wall
This rule works for large rooms. If you have the opportunity to place the sofa not against the wall, then be sure to do this - thereby you will visually increase the space and create comfort. A sofa near the wall in a spacious room looks more like a dance class than a living room.
Dark furniture in a low room
Your living room will appear visually squat and cramped if you purchase furniture in dark shades. For a low living room, compact sofas, armchairs and neat tables, always with raised legs, are suitable. Opt for neutral light shades.
You choose furniture based on design, not personal convenience
Just because a piece of furniture looks nice doesn't mean it will suit your home. Make sure your furniture is comfortable for you and test it out. Sit in a chair or at a table that you like. Otherwise, you will rarely use these things and will have to part with them.
Furniture that has lost its relevance
There is also furniture fashion. Bulky upholstered furniture with voluminous backs and armrests has long lost its relevance. Pay attention to furniture with straight lines and a clear silhouette. You can choose a traditional sofa, but in an unexpected and modern color.
Photos are not hanging correctly
The ideal height is 153 cm from floor level to the center of the image. If you have too many photos, a gallery on the wall is a great solution, rather than photo frames placed in all corners.
Large furniture
The most common mistake is to fill a room with furniture that does not fit in size, especially sofas. This makes the room seem even smaller. If you have a large living room, then you can afford a roomy corner sofa. For small living rooms, a double sofa and a pair of armchairs would be preferable.
You neglect the functionality of the living room
If you have a rectangular room, then you can adjust it with the help of a cabinet or shelving unit, since the square shape of the room is most advantageous and it is easier to maintain balance in such a room.
Several options for zoning:
- Living room and bedroom - the bedroom will always be closer to the window, since, by definition, the sleeping place should be further away from the entrance.
- Living room and kitchen - the placement of both areas is strictly according to your taste, although it is preferable to place the kitchen near the window so that it is convenient for the hostess and there is enough light to prepare food.
- The living room and dining room are two full-fledged units that should have enough space and space in a single room.
- Living room and office - the office can occupy a very small corner, the main thing is to install an additional light source.
In this article I want to consider the interior design of a hall of 16-18 square meters. m. Eighteen square meters for a living room, this is not a small area. But such a space can be visually reduced if you use the wrong colors and furniture.
Let's consider 4 options for decorating a hall of 16-18 square meters. m, which were provided to us by Nina Romanyuk. The design is suitable for both Khrushchev and panel or brick houses.
All 4 hall designs have 18 sq. m. only a recreation area is expected.
Women's corner in the bedroom.
Every woman needs a personal corner in the house to take a break from household chores, retire with a book or laptop, sign cards and invitations. This can be a comfortable dressing table with cosmetics and various trinkets, or a functional bureau. In the interior of a small-sized apartment, it is not so easy to allocate an area for another (even the smallest) table. At the same time, it is advisable to find a place where a woman will be left alone with her thoughts and can put herself in order without fuss and prying eyes.
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The best option would be the family bedroom - the least visited room in the house during the day. It is also good because, according to the teachings of Feng Shui, the energy of the bedroom is yin, so a woman feels most confident in it.
The ideal place to place a dressing table is near a window; you need to place it so that daylight falls evenly on the face of the person sitting behind it. Unfortunately, in a small bedroom our options are very limited, so you can place it at an angle to the window, although applying makeup in this position will be more difficult.
The distance between the dressing table and the bed should be at least 70 cm. This distance is suitable for sitting comfortably on a chair (walk up, pull out, sit down), but not enough for a second person to pass through. To ensure a movement zone, this gap must be increased to 110 cm.
Dressing table design
It is very important that the dressing table is comfortable and functional. There is absolutely no need to buy a dressing table with a mirror. For a small bedroom, I would advise you to take a closer look at narrow tables with a depth of 40 cm, or semicircular models on two legs with wall mounting
It is advisable that under the tabletop there are one or two retractable drawers for cosmetics, combs and other feminine items.
It is better to buy a mirror separately, in a frame that matches the overall style of the room and hang it on the wall - this way, significant savings in usable space are achieved.
In the women's corner there must be an additional source of lighting - these can be two sconces on each side of the mirror, table lamps on high legs, or a slender, elegant floor lamp.
It is believed that when a woman puts makeup on her face, she paints on her face the mood she is in at the moment. Therefore, the general atmosphere of the women's corner is very important! There should be nothing superfluous on the dressing table in the bedroom, only beautiful, exquisite things, photographs of loved ones filled with positive emotions, bottles with your favorite scents. Decorative elements that evoke associations with feminine charm and charm will help you tune in to the right mood and reveal your inner beauty so that it appears on your face.
The first version of the hall design
Hall design 18 sq. m, combined with a balcony, made in light colors. The light beige color was not chosen by chance; it visually expands the space and makes the room larger. The floor is covered with light laminate. Read.
Initially, the area of the hall was 18 meters, but by combining it with a balcony, it was possible to increase the space by another 4 square meters. In this area, the designers decided to make a small work area. The color of the floor here is different from the main color in the hall.
This design of the hall is 18 sq. m. assumed the placement of a decorative fireplace. The space between the interior doors is perfect for this. A large LED TV with high image fidelity was placed above the fireplace.
So that the owners could relax, a comfortable sand-colored corner sofa was placed along the opposite wall in the 18 sq. m room.
Secrets of the location of the dressing table in the bedroom
High-quality and uniform lighting is the key to beautiful makeup. This is why it is so important to make the women’s area as bright and open to sunlight as possible. You can achieve this effect by placing a table near the window. For evening make-up, you should complement the corner with sources of artificial lighting, for example, wall sconces or elegant floor lamps.
You should also maintain the distance between furniture. For example, if there is upholstered furniture or leather sofas, a bed or a wardrobe next to the table, then there should be at least 70 cm to them. This gap will allow you to pull out a chair or pouf and sit comfortably in front of the mirror. In order to still have the distance for the second person to move, you need to leave at least 110 free centimeters.
The decor and design of a women's corner is an entire art, since this place should only set the mood for positive emotions. Therefore, you should place on the table only those things that evoke pleasant thoughts, for example, family photos and memorable souvenirs. A bouquet of fresh flowers in an exquisite vase will always delight and inspire the owner of this corner.
Chocolate interior design of a hall 16-18 sq. m
The next design features bright chocolate-colored inserts. The main rule in the design of a hall is 16-18 square meters. m, that's a lot of light. In addition to the main light source, additional lighting must be used, as in our case.
Don’t forget about having a rug near the sofa. The carpet should contrast with the color of the floor. In our case, the floor is dark and the rug is white.
Cream-colored curtains perfectly complement the design of a 16-18 sq.m. room. m. They make the overall picture complete.
Lingerie: so much in this word!
A bedroom for love should attract both men and women like a magnet. Beautiful and exciting bedding will help develop this conditioned reflex . You shouldn’t save money on it, because buying several luxury sets will more than pay for itself.
It is better to opt for high-quality silk and cotton, giving preference to underwear in red tones - as you know, this color has an exciting property.
A bedroom for love is intimacy and comfort, so it’s worth getting several small pillows that can not only decorate the marriage bed, but also be used during love games. The “Those Over 30” club also reminds you that you shouldn’t forget about your own underwear, revealing and erotic .
Decoration of a room with a niche for a TV.
Interior design of the hall 18 sq. m involved the construction of a small niche made of plasterboard with spotlights 15-20 centimeters wide.
TV in a plasterboard niche. Photo 10 Beautiful carpet in the living room. Photo 11 White pillows on a brown sofa. Photo 12
The wallpaper in the hall is a combination of three colors.
A large white corner sofa is an irreplaceable thing in our case.
So we looked at four hall designs of 16-18 square meters. m. Use our ideas to decorate your home or apartment.
Room size and layout
In the layout of each room, you need to follow the laws of ergonomics, which contribute to the organization of a comfortable space.
A comfortable area for a bedroom starts from 10 sq.m., there is no upper limit. However, a room that is too spacious is uncomfortable.
It is important to start designing a bedroom interior with zoning. The sleeping and dressing areas are visually distinguished. If space allows, delimit space for rest and work. Zoning is done with color, decorative partitions, furniture or lighting, depending on preferences and area.
The rooms have individual characteristics that should be taken into account when designing the bedroom interior. For example, you can build a wardrobe into a small niche. A deeper niche can accommodate a bed or even a small dressing room. In the bay window you can organize a relaxation and reading area. It is especially important for a woman to feel comfortable interacting with all elements of the bedroom.
Sixth hall. Lilac fairy tale
An excellent choice for your bedroom interior is a corner wardrobe.
If you choose a model that is suitable for your room, clearly define a place for it and think about its design in detail, as well as the entire room, then this piece of furniture is best suited for the interior of your bedroom.
It all depends on the configuration, in this case there are several types:
Cabinet wardrobes for bedrooms are often large in size and are suitable exclusively for spacious bedrooms.
The best option for a small corner bedroom is a built-in wardrobe. Where the bottom and roof of the structure are the ceiling and floor. These models are produced to order only.
A prefab set is a modular cabinet in which the location of the elements is constantly changing, changing its shape and arrangement to improve the interior of the room.
A three-corner wardrobe for bedrooms has equal sides placed at right angles.
The trapezoidal cabinet consists of three sections - one central and two located on the sides. It is more convenient in everyday life due to smoothing corners.
Cabinets with the most extraordinary solution are radius ones, produced in the form of a semicircle. The doors also have a rounded appearance, which gives the product an unusual originality.
The ideal option is an L-shaped cabinet, which saves space and has sufficient volume.
The same applies to ordinary classic options and sliding wardrobes, which are more advanced.
The most common method is to place the cabinet along two adjacent walls; in fact, this is how corner cabinets are usually located.
There are those who completely hide one wall and not completely hide the second, which, by the way, is very practical.
In general, besides the method of placing a cabinet in the corner, there is a more interesting option. One part of the closet should be left against the wall, and the other should be placed perpendicularly, dividing and closing part of the corner bedroom.
In the resulting fence you can place a bed and a bedside table, and on the opposite side of the fence you can place an armchair with a coffee table.
There are all kinds of ideas, you can consider them in detail:
Place an L-shaped corner wardrobe so that it completely occupies one side of the room, and place a bed with a bedside table next to it. Opposite it is best to arrange a corner sofa in the bedroom.
We divide the bedroom into two parts, we get a small corner bedroom (photo) and a dressing room. In the water part we place a bed and a bedside table, in the other part there is dressing room furniture.
We divide the room into two parts using a closet; in one we have a table and chairs, a TV and a corner sofa. On the other side we place corner furniture for the bedroom.
In a rectangular-shaped bedroom, you occupy one large side by placing a closet in the corner. Next, place the bed somewhere in the middle, and next to it there is a bedside table, maybe a mirror and a small table.
Not all sizes of corner wardrobes in the bedroom are suitable for square-shaped rooms. In one corner of the room we place a small wardrobe, in the other we place a bed, next to it there is a bedside table and a dressing table. We arrange the rest of the room at our discretion.
The design of your bedroom needs to be defined through color. Here are some great tips:
- The corner wardrobe in the bedroom should match the color of the bed and other furniture.
- A closet in white or black looks good in a bedroom, against a background of contrasting tones. The white corner bedroom harmonized well with the dark tones.
Against the background of light-colored walls, a dark-colored cabinet always harmonizes perfectly, and vice versa, against the background of dark colors, light-colored furniture always looks good.
The material from which the bedroom furniture is made must be combined or matched.
For example, a wooden bed should be in harmony with a wooden wardrobe. A wrought iron bed is always paired with wood carvings.
It is also necessary to take into account the style in which your bedroom is decorated: classic, modern, English or hi-tech. Each style uses its own material.
Currently, there are many types of decoration for various furniture, including cabinets:
- This is, first of all, an ordinary mirror - the most common and common type of decorated element that complements the design of the bedroom.
- Buying a corner wardrobe with mirrors built into it. Pay attention to models with decorated mirror surfaces.
- Handles can also be decorative. They come in all kinds of shapes - bronze, chrome-plated, carved, forged and unusual shapes.
- Sometimes you can find corner cabinets of various types, for example: with slanting and rounded edges.
And let the corner wardrobe fit into the design of your room, filling it with warmth and comfort.
An excellent choice for your bedroom interior is a corner wardrobe.
If you choose a model that is suitable for your room, clearly define a place for it and think about its design in detail, as well as the entire room, then this piece of furniture is best suited for the interior of your bedroom.
Find your music of love
It is a mistake to think that a woman loves with her ears, and a man with his eyes. Representatives of the stronger sex react just as sensitively to any sounds during sex as their partners. Therefore, a bedroom for love should be protected as much as possible from external influences , because the scolding of neighbors under the window or barking dogs can destroy any intimate atmosphere.
Undoubtedly, you can make love in silence or to the sound of a TV or VCR. But the most successful option is properly selected music , which both partners will associate with sensual pleasures. You can experiment in this direction indefinitely, but it is best to record a selection of music for sex that will never be heard in everyday life.
Remember also that a love bedroom is not a place for business negotiations, so all mobile phones are left outside the door or turned off.
But pleasant and necessary little things in the form of light snacks, fruits, drinks, wet wipes should always be at hand, so that during lovemaking none of the partners waste time looking for them throughout the apartment, wasting their sexual fervor and depriving each other of pleasure .
— Authorship — women’s club “Those over 30”
Which cabinet is best?
It all depends on the configuration, in this case there are several types:
Cabinet wardrobes for bedrooms are often large in size and are suitable exclusively for spacious bedrooms.
The best option for a small corner bedroom is a built-in wardrobe. Where the bottom and roof of the structure are the ceiling and floor. These models are produced to order only.
A prefab set is a modular cabinet in which the location of the elements is constantly changing, changing its shape and arrangement to improve the interior of the room.
Varieties
Choose furniture for the corner bedroom that will suit its layout and size. According to these parameters, there are several types of corner cabinets:
- built-in design;
- hull structure.
The built-in corner wardrobe for the bedroom can be chosen exactly as you and your family need it. At the same time, remember that it is necessary to take into account the layout and square footage of the room itself.
Types of corner cabinets can be considered modifications of their shape:
With a triangle at the base. The undoubted advantage of this option will be sufficient capacity. It is also important that it is easy to make such a cabinet. Consequently, the cost of a triangular cabinet will be acceptable. The downside is that such a cabinet takes up quite a large area.
With a trapezoid at the base. Compared to other forms, this type of cabinet is easier to combine with other pieces of furniture.
With a pentagonal base. They are in the highest demand because they have an expanded internal space that is easier to fill.
With roundness. The unusual design solution is a great advantage of such furniture. However, there is also a flip side to the coin - such a model is difficult to produce, and accordingly, the cost will also be rather high.
Letter G at the base. The most optimal option in terms of saving free space. The disadvantage is the rustic appearance.
Corner wardrobes for bedrooms
A three-corner wardrobe for bedrooms has equal sides placed at right angles.
The trapezoidal cabinet consists of three sections - one central and two located on the sides. It is more convenient in everyday life due to smoothing corners.
Cabinets with the most extraordinary solution are radius ones, produced in the form of a semicircle. The doors also have a rounded appearance, which gives the product an unusual originality.
The ideal option is an L-shaped cabinet, which saves space and has sufficient volume.
The same applies to ordinary classic options and sliding wardrobes, which are more advanced.
What is the best way to place a corner wardrobe in the bedroom?
The most common method is to place the cabinet along two adjacent walls; in fact, this is how corner cabinets are usually located.
There are those who completely hide one wall and not completely hide the second, which, by the way, is very practical.
In general, besides the method of placing a cabinet in the corner, there is a more interesting option. One part of the closet should be left against the wall, and the other should be placed perpendicularly, dividing and closing part of the corner bedroom.
In the resulting fence you can place a bed and a bedside table, and on the opposite side of the fence you can place an armchair with a coffee table.
What is the best way to place furniture in the bedroom?
There are all kinds of ideas, you can consider them in detail:
Place an L-shaped corner wardrobe so that it completely occupies one side of the room, and place a bed with a bedside table next to it. Opposite it is best to arrange a corner sofa in the bedroom.
We divide the bedroom into two parts, we get a small corner bedroom (photo) and a dressing room. In the water part we place a bed and a bedside table, in the other part there is dressing room furniture.
We divide the room into two parts using a closet; in one we have a table and chairs, a TV and a corner sofa. On the other side we place corner furniture for the bedroom.
In a rectangular-shaped bedroom, you occupy one large side by placing a closet in the corner. Next, place the bed somewhere in the middle, and next to it there is a bedside table, maybe a mirror and a small table.
Not all sizes of corner wardrobes in the bedroom are suitable for square-shaped rooms. In one corner of the room we place a small wardrobe, in the other we place a bed, next to it there is a bedside table and a dressing table. We arrange the rest of the room at our discretion.
Required Attributes
No matter how lonely a woman is, a boudoir in the bedroom is simply vital for her. This is the place where there is a dressing table with many drawers in which you can put cosmetics, combs, curling irons and other useful things. If the space of the room does not allow, then instead of a dressing table you can put a dressing table and nail a shelf under it.
An excellent solution for a single woman’s bedroom is to purchase a bedroom set. True, it can only fit in a room that meets it not only in size, but also in its parameters. For example, for a narrow room this will be an almost impossible task.
Often a single woman does not live alone. Perhaps she has children or parents. Then her bedroom needs to be supplemented with such an element as a screen, which will allow her to calmly change clothes. Today there are many models and colors of screens, which allows you to match them to almost any interior. And since all of them can be transformed, if unnecessary, the screen can be folded, putting it all in the same closet.
What color should I choose for the cabinet?
The design of your bedroom needs to be defined through color. Here are some great tips:
- The corner wardrobe in the bedroom should match the color of the bed and other furniture.
- Against the background of light-colored walls, a dark-colored cabinet always harmonizes perfectly, and vice versa, against the background of dark colors, light-colored furniture always looks good.
- A closet in white or black looks good in a bedroom, against a background of contrasting tones. The white corner bedroom harmonized well with the dark tones.
The material from which the bedroom furniture is made must be combined or matched.
For example, a wooden bed should be in harmony with a wooden wardrobe. A wrought iron bed is always paired with wood carvings.
It is also necessary to take into account the style in which your bedroom is decorated: classic, modern, English or hi-tech. Each style uses its own material.
Types of screens, options
Screens can be decorative, which decorate the interior, or commercial, which serve only to limit space. Designs also differ in the degree of light transmission; this factor depends on the material of the sashes.
Screen classification:
- With doors. The history of dividing space into zones using a screen began with this model. The partition consists of a dense frame and several doors. It may have different heights of legs or be without them at all. It works on the accordion principle. The first Chinese screens stretched along the entire room, turning one large area into two smaller ones (they had 8-10 doors). Screens decorated ancient houses and castles. In the 21st century, more compact designs are used that do not eat up space. The number of doors depends on the scale of the room. A standard screen has the following dimensions: height - 1.5-2 meters, width of the doors - 40-60 cm. The doors are attached to each other using piano hinges, furniture hinges. Advantages of the folding composition: stability, aesthetics, compactness (the screen can be folded). Often, casement structures are used to decorate interiors in modern, aristocratic and retro styles. The doors can be made of any material that suits the design of the room: paper, wood, carved panels, glass sheets, forged grilles, artistically painted fabric.
The doors fold easily, even in an unusual design. Source stroy-podskazka.ru
The doors of structures can have different sizes Source stroy-podskazka.ru
- Screen. They consist of a rigid base and one canvas made of textiles, plastic, and metal. The base of the structure is often rectangular, but if you want more originality, you can find round and soft models. Offers interesting variations. There are screens that are attached to the ceiling surface (suspended structures). This type includes screen curtains, which are attached to the wall or ceiling using a device that resembles a cornice in structure. The screen structure consists of one section, which does not fold, unlike the casement model. For stability, the screens are equipped with a bracket-like support (with or without wheels) or legs with massive heels. Single-screen screens can be connected to each other, but only certain models. Offers several options. The design is often used not only in home interiors, but also in offices, cafes, clinics, and salons.
The screen screen can be connected to more conveniently limit the space Source prorab.help
A decorative screen screen will decorate any interior Source tekstilprofi.com
- Flexible. The design is lighter compared to previous types. Elastic materials are used for the canvases, which quickly take on a given shape. The screen consists of several narrow, rigid strips onto which the material is attached. The structure is assembled into a roll, as unnecessary. The flexible screen is distinguished by its unusual appearance, emphasizing the sophistication of the interior and the excellent taste of the owner. Such a design in a home or cafe will never go unnoticed. The screen canvas is represented by one light wall (elastic strips connected to each other), in which there are no sashes. The flexible model allows you to adjust the length of the zonal overlap and create interesting labyrinths. Advantages of the design: innovative decorative item, unique design, ease of use, compact size, can take any shape. The screen does not hide the space and gives the room style and freedom. Light, plastic models look especially good. The design is often used in modern interiors: modern, techno, hi-tech, minimalism.
A flexible screen can take any shape Source legkovmeste.ru
The black, flexible screen looks stylish and modern Source stroy-podskazka.ru
- Sliding door partitions. The screen can replace a door and is mounted in the doorway. This design is chosen for Japanese-style interiors or small apartments, where every centimeter of space counts. Swinging doors take up a lot of space compared to a sliding partition. The sliding mechanism, frame and fittings are sold complete with the door leaf. To move the partition, special locks, guides, and stoppers are used. The size of the sliding screen depends on the doorway. Often such designs are made upon pre-order.
A sliding partition decorates the room and does not take up space Source dekoriko.ru
Using an accordion door you can create an additional room Source www.vsd-plus.com.ua
- Functional. This group includes casement and screen models. In addition to their decorative and zoning role, screens also carry a functional load. A screen rack with shelves or hangers for clothes, a design with an installed mirror, several pockets for books and magazines, and photo frames look original. Some designers manage to mount a small TV into the screen.
A screen with cells increases the functionality of the design Source stroy-podskazka.ru
Anything can be stored on the shelves of the screen. Source www.pinterest.com
The purpose of choosing a screen and the functionality of the room in which the structure will be located will help you choose a screen. For a house or apartment, it is better to take a folding or flexible one; they are easily transformed, change the space, and decorate the room. Screen screens are indispensable for commercial establishments.
Family photographs will decorate the interior and add originality to the screen Source stroy-podskazka.ru
The screen can only have a decorative function Source stroy-podskazka.ru
Cabinet decorating options?
Currently, there are many types of decoration for various furniture, including cabinets:
- This is, first of all, an ordinary mirror - the most common and common type of decorated element that complements the design of the bedroom.
- Buying a corner wardrobe with mirrors built into it. Pay attention to models with decorated mirror surfaces.
- Handles can also be decorative. They come in all kinds of shapes - bronze, chrome-plated, carved, forged and unusual shapes.
- Sometimes you can find corner cabinets of various types, for example: with slanting and rounded edges.
And let the corner wardrobe fit into the design of your room, filling it with warmth and comfort.
Features of modern styles
The concept of “modern” includes several interior styles that originated in the 20th century. This classification made it possible to separate them from the classical (historical) group and ethnicity (country). Most often, an interior decorated in a modern style does not promote high cost and luxury, but includes simple and functional things. There are more than a dozen styles in this group, many of which fit well together.
Minimalism is the basis of a modern interior
A designer can combine the concepts of two or even three styles, but the foundation in this case is most often minimalism. It is rarely used in its pure form, especially when designing a room for a girl. However, many people like the simplicity of decoration that minimalism promotes - after all, you can diversify the interior with the help of textiles and accessories.
In modern style, the basic design of surfaces is the simplest:
- Walls – high-quality painting or plain wallpaper.
- Floor - imitation wood (laminate, engineered or parquet board, quartz vinyl or ceramics).
- The ceiling depends on the specific style: if it is hi-tech or techno, there may be multi-level structures, in Scandinavian - single-level white ones. In other cases, perimeter structuring can be used - a plasterboard box with lighting built into it.
- Furniture – without roundness or curved shapes, with simple lines and without decoration. The cabinets are mostly built-in, along the entire height of the wall, with mirrored or colored facades.
Room for a girl in a minimalist style
Why is Scandinavian style attractive?
In fact, the Scandinavian style is ethnic, as it reflects the way of life of certain peoples. But ethnicity is still more associated with the provinces, and this style is ideal for city apartments and studios. The Scandinavian style is based on the same minimalism, and it is individualized here due to the basic white background and specific decor (wooden cuts on the walls, deer antlers, wicker rugs on the floor). It is included in the group of modern styles because it often combines elements of loft, retro or classic, is very popular and is considered the most win-win.
Room for a girl, Scandinavian style
Loft concepts in a women's bedroom
A hundred years ago, when the loft first began, it was more a way of life than just a design style. To implement it, a lot of free space, high windows and ceilings were required. Today, a lot has changed, and the basic loft concepts are used even in small rooms and combined designs.
In general, loft has three directions:
- Industrial. This design is based on the surroundings of industrial premises, with the structural features of the ceilings and walls present in them. This is where the fashion for the textures of brickwork, bare concrete, and cracked plaster began and took root. Few girls would prefer this design, but, nevertheless, there are admirers. Otherwise, there would be no proposals from designers, some of which are presented below.
- Glamorous. The principle of surface finishing here is the same, but in contrast with rough textures there may be luxurious furniture with Baroque elements, expensive textiles, even a crystal chandelier. If a girl is a fan of the loft, she often chooses this direction.
- Bohemian (boho). This option was formed among people of creative professions - musicians, artists, painters. The basis of the design in such interiors is wall or floor decor in the form of posters or paintings in expensive frames, contrasting, for example, with the concrete texture.
Modern designers don’t need a lot of space to reproduce a loft
Room for a girl in loft style - glamor option
American style loft
Scandinavian version of the loft
What is contemporary
The literal translation of the word “contemporary”, which gave its name to one of the relatively young interior styles, is “modern”. In addition to minimalism, it was based on two other styles that were popular in the 20th century - constructivism and Scandinavian.
- Designers made their first attempts to combine the best features of these three styles 60 years ago. When combining, only the convenience of the residents, common sense and moderate cost were taken into account, because in the days of communal apartments there were few rich people, and if there were, they did not flaunt their wealth.
- For this reason, the formation of interiors was made from those pieces of furniture and decor that modern industry offered. Those were times of total shortage, and exclusive items were hard to come by. Therefore, the objects in the apartment or room were simple, but sometimes they belonged to different eras and styles.
- The interiors of those times were characterized by a certain historicism, but gradually, with the development of industry, contemporary art moved away from this. European architects and designers promoted the idea of mass production of furniture that, along with the budget cost, would have a pleasant appearance.
- Gradually, such furniture filled every home, and modern interiors became possible to collect in ordinary chain stores. Their main decoration was structured ceilings with lighting and accent decor in the form of abstraction in a large frame or bright, well-matched pieces of furniture.
This is what beautiful contemporary style rooms look like
Very similar to Scandinavian style, but brighter
The photo shows a room for a 16 year old girl, design in light colors
Bedroom for a girl in a modern style - a version of European design
Hi-tech and techno in a girl's room
Both of these styles are also based on minimalism, only stuffed with the achievements of technological progress. High-tech was the first to appear (1960-1970), and this style became not just an interior style, but also, with the light hand of the British engineer Rogers, began to be used in architecture.
- Buildings with unconventional but geometrically correct shapes were built in concrete and glass, with panoramic windows and flat roofs. Accordingly, rooms decorated in high-tech style also cannot have low ceilings and small windows.
- Glass, chromed metal, and plastic are used in the interior. The ceiling can be multi-level, with a large number of lighting fixtures on a rod or busbar; spots and chandeliers are also mounted on long rods with an appropriate design. All this costs a lot of money, so this style definitely cannot be called cheap.
- By the end of the 20th century, technological progress entered a new orbit: a lot of new gadgets, household appliances, and new ceiling design technologies appeared. Therefore, high-tech has undergone some changes, changing its name in interiors to techno. Its main features: geometric shapes; functional or transformable furniture; non-standard lighting; minimum decor and almost complete absence of textiles.
Interior of a room for a girl in a modern high-tech style
The main thing for high-tech is space
Steel shades in the decoration go well with salmon color
Features of Art Deco
Another, earlier style of the twentieth century was art deco, which is most in demand among the female half of humanity. The prefix “deco” in the name of the style appeared because it was based on a trend in art and architecture that was fashionable a century ago and then reached its peak. The main emphasis was on glamor, elegance and decorativeness, which moved away from the “vegetal” pretentiousness of the displaced modernity.
At first, art deco was the prerogative of respectable hotels and restaurants, and gradually took a strong place in residential interiors. The main features of this design:
- The interior must have correct geometry - no zigzags or asymmetries.
- You can use contrasting colors, even bright ones, but they just need to be dosed correctly. Black and white and black and gold combinations, silver, chocolate, milk are welcome.
- First of all, decorativeness in decoration. The materials used are expensive, with gloss, silver tint, mother-of-pearl, and rich ornamentation.
- Furniture and flooring must be made of valuable wood - or a high-quality imitation of it. Inserts made of lizard or crocodile skin are welcome.
- Ethnic motifs may be present, but only in the form of table or wall decor: figurines, boxes, vases, carpets or skins. A beautiful Japanese screen is appropriate.
- The ceiling can be on one or two levels, but it must be decorated around the perimeter and center with intricate stucco molding (can be polyurethane).
Room for a girl in a modern style
Laconic interior with unobtrusive decor
This is what art deco looks like in a modern interpretation
How to combine incompatible things
In the last century, another fusion style, very popular to this day, appeared, the name of which is translated from English as “fusion”. It all started with the design of furniture, which combined Western technology with Eastern charm, and ended with the emergence of a new interior style.
Moreover, they began to combine in it what seemed to be incompatible: classics with ethnicity and hi-tech - and this fundamentally distinguished fusion from eclecticism, which combined similar styles. The use of items of national color - mainly from African, Indian or Arabic use - gives real freedom to creativity, which is what designers from all countries use.
Indian fabrics and zebra skin on the floor as decoration
An exaggerated version of art deco with an incompatible but quite harmonious color palette
Elegant interior with classic and hi-tech elements