Why do Moscow designers restore standard furniture from the USSR and how do Soviet radios fit into modern design apartments
Russians have returned to interest in Soviet furniture from the mid-20th century. In apartments with modern design, floor lamps, radios and other household items typical of standard Khrushchev apartments of the 1960s are increasingly appearing. Just 15-20 years ago, people threw away such things, considering them junk, but now Soviet furniture and decor have become fashionable and are sold in online stores. Moscow interior designers told RBC Real Estate about this.
Furniture made from Khrushchev-era buildings is now in demand because it is no longer perceived as standard - instead, it looks unusual and exclusive compared to modern examples, says Oksana Tsepilova, owner of the vintage furniture store “Designiosk”. “People return to the idea of individuality and the ‘piecemealness’ of objects,” she continues. — Fashion is cyclical, including in furniture design. Many famous furniture factories Italy is returning to the production of furniture with silhouettes from the 1960s and 1970s."
“What was previously seen as ordinary is now perceived as the highlight of the interior. There is also a European influence in this, where the love for vintage is very strong,” noted Ekaterina Svanidze, partner of the Dvekati architectural studio.
Right: a typical living room interior in a Khrushchev building. Left: a Romanian armchair and a bookcase - familiar attributes of Soviet housing from the mid-last century (Photo: Artem Dezhurko)
The new interpretation of Soviet furniture does not imply a complete recreation of the Khrushchev-era interior, the designers clarified. Instead, decor from the Soviet past is added to modern apartments with separate accents. “Vintage equipment can add nostalgic notes to a modern interior,” said Alexander Tomashenko, partner of the architectural studio ai-architects. — Classic retro of the 1950s and 1960s are tube radios and radios in solid lacquered wood cases. Later audio equipment from the 1970s, for example, reel-to-reel tape recorders, also looks original. They had a distinctive design and interesting shapes.”
Designer interior with Soviet furniture from the sixties
Any thing from the past can fit into a modern interior, provided that it is made with high quality and well preserved, Artem Dezhurko, a furniture collector and researcher at the Faculty of Design of the Higher School of Economics, is convinced. “It’s especially good when the interior contains objects related to family history,” he believes.
A Soviet sideboard, a piano and armchairs whose upholstery has never been re-upholstered are not grandma’s apartment, but designer interior Artem Dezhurko, furniture collector (Photo: Artem Dezhurko)
Ekaterina Svanidze, partner of the architectural studio Dvekati:
— Now armchairs, chests of drawers and lamps from the sixties are receiving new life. Maybe this is due to the fact that such furniture is not antique, and therefore is relatively inexpensive. At the same time, it can rightfully be called designer. Armchairs are especially in demand wooden frame, cabinets with conical legs with lacquered fronts, as well as glass and crystal products.
Furniture of the sixties and seventies of the last century was reliable and compact, Oksana Tsepilova is convinced. “Natural materials were used in production - wood and plywood. Most of the furniture was made on fairly high legs, which visually gave it lightness,” describes Tsepilova designer finds Soviet times.
“The nomenclature of the sets suggested a clear division of rooms by function,” recalls Dezhurko. — For example, the “Living Room” set includes furniture for the living room, but there are no beds. At the same time, there were few rooms in the apartments, but many people, and almost always several functions were combined in one room. The magazines of those years are full of witty stories about how to fit in with relative comfort two-room apartment family of several people. Sometimes cabinets and sideboards were placed sideways to the wall, dividing the room into several dark “alcoves”.
Alexander Tomashenko, partner of the architectural studio ai-architects:
— Vintage appliances can add nostalgic notes to a modern interior. Classic retro from the 1950s and 1960s are tube radios and radios in solid lacquered wood cases. Later audio equipment from the 1970s, for example, reel-to-reel tape recorders, also looks original. They had a distinctive design and interesting shapes.
Before talking about the urban interior itself in the USSR, let's determine who its users were. Immediately after the revolution (and partly after the war), these were people whose taste for the aesthetics of urban life was just developing - for they all came from villages. That is, from poor families, where there was no such thing as an interior.
At that time, very, very few people retained the legacy of pre-revolutionary taste - mainly the military and revolutionary intelligentsia and a few ladies “from the former.” And their taste was subconsciously perceived by others as an aesthetic example - right up to the post-war period.
For most, the post-war period is an almost miserable existence - there was no time for beautiful interiors. This did not apply to the privileged minority (higher military and party officials): their homes were decorated with trophy furniture, trophy art and accessories. They had the opportunity to use once expropriated expensive and stylish pre-revolutionary furniture, and they created decent interior compositions to the best of their natural taste.And for the “rest”, pre-revolutionary furniture was combined in the interior with the simplest, sometimes home-made, objects and fixtures (tables, stools, benches, bookcases). Trophy items also came across sometimes - as “spot” purchases with great luck.
There was no talk about aesthetics in the kitchen or bathrooms. The main criterion here was cleanliness. It was the establishment of cleanliness and order in the interior that was the main style of those times.
The interior of an apartment in one of Stalin's high-rise buildings. Tasteful? Yes. But such people are an overwhelming minority.
Most lived in communal apartments. Each room: a separate world.
Bathroom in a communal apartment.
Late 50's and early 60's. Thaw. The influence of European and American trends can be compared to a tsunami. The “trends” of that time were greedily absorbed by the Soviet people: they were so “hungry” for Western culture during the four Soviet decades.However, the room is not a dress that can be quickly sewn from a picture in a foreign magazine. To make an interior of truly high quality and integrity, you need material and physical capabilities, which were almost non-existent in that era. Therefore, for many, the “European” interior comes down to a range of accessories and decorative items - things that can actually be brought from abroad. Whoever could afford foreign goods exhibited them.
Household appliances (TV-refrigerator-radio-player-telephone), which began to spread in the country, also helped to resemble the West. The very presence of such items already made the interior “a little European.”
The trend of the 50s: if there is a TV or other household appliances in the room, then this is almost a European apartment!
Soviet equipment could already be bought, and American equipment could be viewed at exhibitions.
In the 60s, minimalist room and kitchen sets made in Eastern Europe began to appear. However, this minimalism was fundamentally different from today’s minimalism. That minimalism is a child of functionalism, when you have no time for beauty, and your beauty is purity. This style suited the Soviet man! And for the sake of these sets, still quite strong pieces of old furniture are thrown into the trash.The manufacturer of new headsets is, although Eastern, but still Europe. Therefore, this is “European taste”, and you don’t want to spoil it anyhow. They begin to select suitable things for the ensemble, more or less in harmony. They are thinking about what color to paint the walls in the kitchen. I already want to think about what color to paint the walls in the bathroom at the same time, since the whole apartment has become more or less “modern”.
But in general, an ordinary Soviet person lives poorly, “according to needs.” And his needs are determined to be provided in the simplest - if not primitive.
Late 60s. One of the standard kitchen sets. Quite good.
Music school is gradually becoming the standard for good education. There is a piano in almost every decent home. Everyone has ordinary pianos, and the musicians have unusual ones (pictured: Emil Gilels) or even concert grand pianos.
Room. It's more melancholy than nostalgia.
The trends of the 60s continue, but their own characteristics appear. The development of the interior largely depends on the ability to update it. And most Soviet people could not so much update them as correct them - change the wallpaper, upholstery. Fashionable rugs, rugs, prints, and foreign trinkets may appear somewhere.Household appliances are being replaced with more modern ones - an extremely important and prestigious component of the interior image. The more the interior smells of the West, the more beautiful it is considered. The main direction is only to the west, only to the west, as far as your capabilities allow!
They are almost ashamed of the local tradition - only professionally educated people, or people with innate absolute taste, appreciate it. Of which there are only a few.
Kitchen from the movie “Moscow Doesn’t Believe in Sesame.” Kitchen sample. People wanted their kitchen to be like this.
“Enjoy your steam!” And this is no longer a sample of a bathroom, but rather its typical look. White tiles!
Such an interior can still be found today. It's hard to say whether this is good or bad...
It is necessary to separately note the trend of “shocking” Soviet interiors of the 70s and early 80s. This wave of hippie attitude towards things has finally reached us. It just arrived in a very different way and was digested in a unique way.These were people “about 20 years old” who well remembered the asceticism of their childhood. For them, the level of life of the early 70s was perceived as a breakthrough into luxury. And because of their youth, it seemed appropriate for them to demonstrate a rebellion on this ship (especially since in the West they were already rebelling with might and main against something there).
If a person or family committed to such sentiments had their own “platform,” they began to demonstratively (demonstrativeness is the main and fundamental feature!) to violate and destroy all signs of neatness and comfort in the interior. Captured wallpaper, bare walls; piles, the introduction of non-interior street items.
In general, it’s a kind of antithesis to Loft - there the non-residential is inhabited and lived, but here the residential is deliberately turned into almost non-residential and presented as a kind of message. There was also a “lighter” option - simply an intellectual disregard for the aesthetic aspect of the home - where you put it, there it stands, where you put it, there it lies.
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In general, the Soviet period of interior design is an island that broke away from the mainland of universal human culture. Broken off; What he could, he took away. And something was brought back in waves - sometimes more, sometimes less...
The style of the seventies of the 20th century is bright and rich, sometimes rebellious and daring. It has elegance and sensuality, bright kitsch and delicate charm. Due to its complexity and color overload, this design quickly went out of fashion. In such an environment, it is difficult for a person to relax and remain calm. When decorating your home in a retro style, the main thing is to avoid vulgarity and correctly place accents.
Now designers are again turning to the style of the seventies, because it gives the house authenticity and a unique flavor. Similar trends can be seen in architecture and fashionable clothing. Retro interior modern apartments- this is not mindless copying, but rethought harmonious compositions. It is not flashy, but more calm, and at the same time easily recognizable.
Designers use current techniques from past decades in a new interpretation. The modern retro interior is an eclectic mix of old and new elements. As a result, the space looks interesting and unique. Many ideas originating from the 1970s have successfully migrated to the present day and, based on them, designers create original projects.
In this article we will introduce you to distinctive features 70s style, famous designer items from that era. You might also want to decorate your home in this theme and use some of the designers’ advice.
Features of the 70s style in the interior
For many, the 1970s are a nostalgic time of childhood and youth. Due to controversial and provocative innovations, this period was called the “decade of bad taste.” The 1970s saw many natural disasters and wars, awareness environmental problems, accelerating the pace of life. The style was influenced by the hippie subculture, the Disco musical direction, punk rock, the advent of color television, the first E-mail, and floppy disks.
Compared to the rebellious sixties, this style was lighter and more playful, softening their revolutionary spirit. The soul demanded more pure bright colors, simple shapes, comfort.
An important achievement of these crazy times is the transition from standardization to personalization of the interior. People sought self-knowledge and self-expression.
Despite the outward romanticism and frivolity, functionality and practicality always remained in the first place. But at the same time, in any space there was room for an interesting detail that would attract the eye - paintings, photographs, figurines, vases.
The hippie style is being replaced by a shiny disco with fluorescent colors, mirror balls, and built-in lighting. Discos were a favorite pastime for young people, so designers drew inspiration from them. The disco style interior creates a festive and cheerful mood. Most often, this design is used to decorate bars, clubs, cafes, but the right approach It also looks impressive in private houses and apartments.
One of the varieties of design of the seventies is the high-tech style, which appeared in England at the same time. The basis of this direction was industrial design with its characteristic straight lines, an abundance of glass, metal, plastic elements, high functionality and manufacturability. The furniture used here is light, regular in shape, with smooth glossy facades. Car, airplane, or dental chairs were often found in the setting. Later this style became very popular and became a separate design direction.
The amazing and rich era of the 70-80s is a source of inspiration for designers and decorators. The reasons for the popularity of retro trends are similar sentiments in society, the return of pop culture and the cyclical nature of fashion.
Designer pieces of furniture and interesting inventions of the 70s and 80s
Thanks to the rejection of established stereotypes in the 70s, famous interior items appeared that remain relevant today.
The famous chair model is F 598, designed by French designer Pierre Paulin in 1973. The chair was also called M chair due to the similarity of its shape to the letter “M”.
A bright accessory from 1971 - the Panthella floor lamp white. This is a joint development of Danish designer Verner Panton and Louis Poulsen Lighting. According to the designers' idea, the lampshade should be made of metal, but at that time there was no technical possibility to implement such a development and the lampshade was made of acrylic.
Another development of Verner Panton is the unusual Amoebe chair. The bright colors and unusual shapes of the furniture reflect the design trend of the early seventies - bold and inspiring. The shape of the chair follows the curve of the human body in a sitting position and ends with a canopy over the head. Interestingly, the design was inspired by amoebas, microscopic organisms that constantly change shape.
Cardboard furniture appears for the first time. A striking example is the Wiggle Side Chair designed by Frank Owen Gehry, created in 1972. Cardboard has become a cheap alternative to plastic and heavy traditional structures. In the 60s there were attempts to use the material in furniture production, but designers could not find the best way compact single-layer cardboard. They tried to strengthen the structure by folding it, inserting tabs, and slits, but they did not get the desired result.
Frank Gehry found the solution, he glued multidirectional layers corrugated cardboard and shaped them with a knife. Using this technology, Gehry produced a series of furniture called Easy Edges or “Simple Edges.” The products were environmentally friendly, durable and had noise-absorbing properties.
The biomorphism style continues to develop, the founder of which is considered Eero Saarinen. This direction is characterized by smooth, streamlined shapes borrowed from nature, curved lines, asymmetry, and high-tech materials.
A prominent representative of biomorphism and design art is the Australian Marc Newson. The designer’s first popular work was the Lockheed Lounge lounge chair of an unusual shape, which became famous all over the world after the release of Madonna’s “Rain” video. This is a structure made of durable fiberglass plastic on three legs trimmed with rubber. The surface of the chair is covered with thin aluminum plates, fastened together along the perimeter. This is one of the most expensive chairs in the world, its cost is estimated at 1.2-2.4 million dollars.
A striking symbol of the liberated decade was the surreal scarlet sofa in the shape of lips. The lipstick-colored Bocca sofa was made by Studio 65 designers, taking the idea from Salvador Dali. They took the shape of the lips of film actress Marilyn Monroe as a sample. Back in 1937, Dali came up with the sofa lips, inspired by the facial features of the famous actress Mae West. Later, in 1974, the artist returned to this idea and made a red leather sofa together with the Spanish designer and architect Oscar Tusquets Blanca. This sofa became the centerpiece of the world's most original portrait in the Mae West room of the Figueres museum.
The furniture fashion trendsetters of the 80s were the designers of the Italian association Memphis Design Group. The main idea was to abandon restrained lines and create fundamentally new objects. The eccentric look of the brand’s items perfectly demonstrates the “Me Decade”.
Innovative inventions affected not only the furniture sector.
In 1971, the first compact calculators from Bomwar appeared, which fit in a pocket. At the same time, engineering and programmable calculators went on sale. In 1985, Casio released a calculator with a graphical display.
Develops in the 70s computer technology and equipment with buttons. Washing machines, televisions, spacecraft, radios - all devices are now controlled using buttons.
In 1983, Motorola released the first mobile phone, the DynaTAC 8000X. This device weighed about a kilogram, it took 10 hours to charge, and the device lasted 35 minutes in talk mode.
In 1985, the Italian brand Alessi introduced a kettle with a whistle that makes musical sound instead of an unpleasant whistle. The attractive design in the spirit of Art Deco and Pop Art has made this teapot a real bestseller.
During this period, the famous mechanical puzzle appeared - the Rubik's cube. It was invented by architecture teacher Erno Rubik in 1974 to train spatial thinking and visually demonstrate the mathematical theory of groups. The Rubik's Cube has become a best-selling toy, and competitions are held to solve the puzzle on speed.
So, what is the retro style of the 70s?
Emphasis on color
In retro style there are no restrictions on the choice of color. The main palette consists of olive, orange, blue, yellow, orange, brown, green shades. The colors of orange and tangerine have overtaken even the classic red and black in popularity. This rich shade immediately enlivens and transforms the space. For a modern twist, orange can be used on one wall or in upholstery. upholstered furniture.
Colors become more muted compared to the 60s and borrow from nature. Warm natural tones of wood and earth, the color of pumpkin, avocado, golden ears, shades with the names “tiger lily”, “sunflower”, “Swiss chocolate”, “sky blue” are common.
Bohemian shades borrowed from the fashion industry are becoming popular: purple, red, violet, turquoise. Neutral white was used to balance out the bright colors. Popular color combinations: black and white, blue and bright green, white and yellow, purple and pink, yellow with orange or green, pink and light green.
Rainbow colors became a recognizable symbol of the 70s. It can be found in the form of a print on curtains, posters, and walls.
Color is introduced into the interior through furniture upholstery, curtains, home textiles, carpets, as well as with the help of details: lamp shades, flower pots, retro accessories.
A bright figure of this time was the British designer and decorator David Hicks, who introduced the fashion for geometric patterns, “explosive” color combinations and eclecticism. Hicks' signature style can be seen in the interiors of Stanley Kubrick's A Clockwork Orange.
In modern apartments, you should not decorate walls and furniture in flashy shades. Designers recommend using unusual color combinations and bright details. “Acid” shades look impressive against the background of gray-blue, black-white-gray, calm brown, milky. Universal method add bright colors to the atmosphere - wall decor. These can be graphic posters, paintings, panels, photographs, paintings, stained glass windows.
Furniture and appliances
The younger generation sought freedom and self-expression through exclusive design. There have been many innovations in the interiors of this decade.
Characteristic of the 70s era collapsible structures, symmetry, compactness, mobility, streamlined shapes of furniture. Popular designs are made of plastic and polypropylene, which began to appear in the 1960s. These materials are easy to mold and turn into original furniture non-standard shape. Included in fashion kitchen tables and bar-style chairs: on one support with a round base made of plastic or metal.
In typical American living rooms of that time you can find modular sofas, ottomans, wicker hanging chairs and hammocks. Sofas and armchairs are characterized by rounded, smooth shapes that set the dynamics of the space. Large sofas of angular, semicircular, and wavy shapes were often found. The interior was complemented coffee tables teardrop-shaped firm with glass tabletops.
Cushions for upholstered furniture were upholstered in fabrics with geometric patterns in checks, stripes, and circles. Such furniture stood out effectively against the background of decoration and attracted the eye.
Cabinet furniture was made in simple shapes. A mandatory attribute was high cone-shaped legs made of metal or wood, located at an angle. Later, larger polished walls with glass and mirror inserts on the doors. In the 80s, almost every home had a sideboard for storing services. Some models were equipped with a small bar and shelves for storing various small items.
IN modern version You can fill a sideboard or display case with either a porcelain set or new original dishes. In the latter case, an interesting eclectic effect is created: the classic, familiar form is combined with modern content.
Another typical piece of furniture from the eighties is a dressing table, which was located in the bedroom or hallway. In modern furniture, this function is performed by a dressing table.
For the bedroom, the traditional set was a double bed, a chest of drawers, bedside tables, dressing table, wardrobe.
Thanks to the development of new technologies, modern household appliances are appearing in kitchens, which were no longer considered a luxury. Plates are often replaced with built-in ones hobs with oven or double oven.
The typology of living space is also changing. The interiors of the new apartments and public spaces were elongated horizontally. Pop culture with its fun parties influenced the organization of space. In the living rooms there are bar cabinets, coffee tables, sideboards, ottomans and poufs for guests. For lounge areas and living rooms, furniture in the close-to-the-floor style is especially popular, that is, low, literally “close to the floor,” floor cushions for sitting.
Materials and finishing
Basic materials of the 70s: wood, plywood, chipboard, metal, polymers, glass, mirror, nickel-plated profiles, vinyl, leather. Characteristic upholstery of sofas, armchairs and headboards soft materials with a pleasant texture: velvet, plush, velor, chenille, leatherette.
The result of the popularization of the hippie movement was the use of natural materials: wood finishing, wicker furniture for internal space houses, terraces, a large number indoor plants and trees in pots.
Natural wallpaper, foil wallpaper, wooden floors or covered with linoleum are used for wall decoration. Flooring can be made from light laminate"under the tree" In the 80s, walls were decorated with airbrushing with space-themed drawings or extraordinary graphics.
Texture
A recognizable feature of furniture from the 70s is glossy and polished surfaces. Chests of drawers, tables, cabinets, racks, armchairs, and sideboards were decorated in this style. The varnished surfaces were brought to a shine and constantly maintained in a presentable form.
In modern interiors retro style The combination of new and old elements looks impressive. Artificially aged textures of wood, ceramics, metal, and leather are relevant. Vintage interior items add special flavor and charm to the space.
Textile
The decade is characterized by an abundance of textiles: curtains, bedspreads, sofa cushions, textile panels on the wall. Every living room had a soft carpet. Moreover, carpets were placed not only on the floor, but also on the walls. For upholstered furniture, artificial fur, plush, velvet, and artificial leather are used.
For modern interiors in a retro style, a floor carpet will be an interesting addition to a bedroom, living room or kitchen. These can be small or large rugs, plain or pastel shades with an ethnic pattern. Rugs made from natural materials look great: jute, sisal, hemp fibers.
Also, the decor will be successfully complemented by thick curtains, drapes, tapestries, and bedspreads.
Retro lighting
The most common materials for making lamps are chromed metal and plastic. Popular lava lamps, floor lamps arc-shaped in the reading area. Almost every living room had lamps on a massive metal stand with a voluminous lampshade.
Don’t be afraid to combine lamps of different styles and shapes. These can be chandeliers, floor lamps, sconces, lampshades with hanging fringe, cords and tassels. Such devices gently diffuse light and add warmth and comfort to the interior.
Of course, it was in the 70s that metal lamps, sconces and floor lamps with hinges and flexible pipe, which are undoubtedly relevant again.
Decor
You can convey the mood of the era with the help of stylish little things. A recognizable feature of retro style is geometric prints on wallpaper, upholstery, and interior textiles. In this case, the pattern is often repeated on different elements situation. Floral designs, plant motifs, and paisley patterns are also common. Paintings, posters, and sculptures are used to decorate houses.
In kitchens one could often find ceramic dishes, textiles, small household appliances with images of mushrooms, fruits and vegetables.
Another characteristic attribute of the seventies is accessories in the form of an owl: watches, soft toys, decorative pillows, figurines, piggy banks.
Due to the downturn in the economy, DIY accessories (translated from English as “do it yourself”) began to appear. Handmade items add unique character and color to the interior. These can be panels, pillows for the sofa, hand-painted tables or chests of drawers. Wall decorations and flowerpots made using the macrame technique are popular.
A nostalgic mood will be created by old receivers, music players, ring phones, sewing machines, porcelain or crystal dishes.
During the 80s, the main decorative elements were mirrors and glass with sandblasted patterns. The walls were often decorated with black and white photographs in wide mats: family portraits, landscapes, industrial photographs.
Became popular dressing room mirrors, creating an inviting backstage atmosphere.
Seventies style in a modern home
When embodying the controversial style of the seventies in the interior, it is difficult to maintain a balance between eclecticism and bad taste. To create a harmonious environment, it is enough not to overload the space with furniture structures and accessories, but use several characteristic features style and typical items.
The design of the 70s is chosen by those who admire the furniture of that time or want to add color and originality to the interior. In some houses there are still examples of retro furniture and they are quite easy to get at flea markets and antique markets. Found objects can be restored or taken another route: decorated new furniture antique Original furniture designs give the atmosphere a cheerful mood and a pleasant nostalgic atmosphere.
To the delight of connoisseurs of retro design, Italian and European factories produce entire collections and individual lines in the spirit of the 70s.
Modern retro-style furniture is made from environmentally friendly, high-quality materials: natural solid wood, veneer, and high-quality textiles. The series includes objects of strict straight shapes with glossy facades coated with varnish on both sides.
Thanks to the abundance of furniture collections and accessories in online and offline stores, today we have no restrictions in choice, as there were decades ago. This makes it possible to implement in retro design original ideas, get away from banality and add novelty. Following general principles style you can create in your home unique interior and a cozy atmosphere.
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Designers often get new ideas from history. Among fashion trends The interior this year turned out to be in the style of the 70s of the twentieth century.
“The Decade of Bad Taste” was the name of this time, but recently many designers in Europe and America have become fascinated by the style of the 70s.
It was a time of many inventions in different spheres of life - Disco, trousers with huge flares, floppy disks and the first email, numerous tragedies, natural disasters and wars. The 1970s were characterized by the beginning of many innovations, including in the decoration of residential premises, where romantic decor coexisted with pragmatic functions. 
It is distinguished by the use of shades of a bohemian environment - numerous, different types, and tones, .
Orange colors play a significant role in the character of the 70s. Walls are painted in shades of citrus, furniture is upholstered, sewn, etc.
Another highlight 70s style are geometric designs. Upholstery of furniture with fabrics with circles and circles, wide and narrow stripes, wallpaper with the same pattern - characteristic feature retro style. The brightness and combination of contrasting colors create a cheerful, cheerful spirit of a bygone era. 
The basis of the style, in addition to the bright color palette, was stylized furniture. The furniture set from the 70s is still preserved in our grandmothers’ apartments. Walls, sideboards, coffee tables and armchairs with widely spaced legs that taper slightly towards the bottom - everything is simple in shape and always polished.
A floor lamp near the sofa will help highlight the relaxation area in the living room, and a fancy sideboard in the kitchen. 
In the bedroom, it is necessary to have a large double bed with a high bed, or tables with night lamps, a wardrobe, drawers. 
Forged bed elements and scuffs on wooden furniture can convey the mood of the 70s.
As a rule, the upholstery of chairs and sofas is made of plush and artificial leather, multi-colored on the floor and on the walls, crystal dishes and trinkets, tulle curtains on the windows.
Of course, not only furniture and colors are important, but also accessories. A small chandelier, popular prints, tin boxes for spices and seasonings, porcelain plates and cups on the shelves will add emphasis to the style.
Availability of tabletops in the shape of an owl, soft toy or a piggy bank will become the main accessories in the interior, and an antique record player or radio will become an accent of the chosen 70s style.
However, there is no need to abuse these elements. Several items will give the room a harmonious look, charged with comfort and positive emotions. 
Variety 70s style may become high-tech, which appeared in England in that era and was based on industrial design. It is characterized by the use of high technology and robotization, with the help of which a functional and beautiful room is created.
For decoration, a variety of wall and floor mounts, built into pieces of furniture, and spotlights. Furniture designs light, with clear geometric shape. The materials used are leatherette, popular in the 70s, plastic varieties and polished metal. 
Today, as in the 70s, interior items are in fashion. You can create a cozy home with the help of embroidered, embroidered panels, hand-painted tables or homemade ones. This gives the room exquisite charm and exclusivity, the main thing is that these details fit organically into the overall interior.
It is difficult to find a more controversial era in matters of style than the 70s of the last century. Many designers even gave it the offensive nickname “the decade of bad taste.” But despite this, the style of the seventies is today celebrating its triumphant return. Moreover, along with clothing fashion, the 70s are gaining their rightful place in design.
An echo of the past: what is the style of the 70s expressed in the interior
Bright colors, an abundance of geometric prints, polished surfaces and unusual combinations are the main attributes of the chaotic seventies. That is why, when embodying this decor in the interior, it is so easy to cross the fine line between an extraordinary approach and blatant bad taste, eclecticism and kitsch. It’s not difficult to avoid design failure. It is enough not to overload the interior with assorted accessories and use literally a few touches from the main characteristics of the style.
Bright shades of bohemian life
The first thing you notice in the interior of the 70s is the rich, sometimes even provocative, shades. The abundance of purple, violet, emerald, mustard, turquoise, scarlet colors can revive even the most dull room. But with the same success, the incorrect use of these bohemian shades can ruin the entire attractiveness of the decor. Therefore, stylists recommend not to overdo it with the use of color accents, but to use their unusual combinations. For example, paint the handles of a boring brown chest of drawers bright light green or purple.
His Majesty Textiles
The interior in the style of the 70s is a real find for textile lovers. Carpets, curtains, bedspreads, pillows, textile panels can be either attributes consistent in one direction or completely different color accents. The use of artificial fur, velor, plush, velvet, and leatherette in decoration is especially welcome.
Polished to a high shine
One more distinctive characteristic 70s style are polished surfaces. Most often, furniture takes on this “brilliant” role: coffee tables, chests of drawers, kitchen sideboards, armchairs. The furniture design is very laconic - thin legs and cinnamon shades.
It’s not at all difficult to independently transform your apartment into an abode of creative bohemia. Enough to freshen up a little old furniture using color, add carpets and pillows, bright paintings and panels. Be sure to use handmade-style items that add to the interior home comfort and individuality. And don't forget about the details. For example, lava lamps, records, old radios, books and dinnerware.
