Include many cultures of different peoples, as well as ideas, layouts modern projects designers. To understand which image appeals to your personal interests, you first need to familiarize yourself with what types there are. To avoid mistakes when creating it, strictly follow the rules for selecting material, color, lighting and decorative attributes.
What are the different styles of apartment interior design?
This article describes the most popular and sought-after design genres, the priceless charm of which is determined by the visual effect of a beautiful interior upon execution. You can make renovations with a creative approach to any area of an apartment or house, with large windows and small ones - use your feelings, and you will definitely be able to understand which style is closest to your spirit.
Eco
Eco, which in Greek means “house, habitat,” depends entirely on the ecology of the materials used. Recycled attributes are directly related to nature. The idea of “eco” arose for the first time when humanity began to talk about solving the problem of pollution environment. The designers wanted to create a cozy, environmentally friendly place where people can truly relax and unwind. Main eco factors:
- Colors close to natural;
- Ecologically natural materials;
- Well-chosen forms without excesses.
Eco contains a deep idea and a kind of protest against environmental pollution.
Eco is dominated by a large number of lighting fixtures. It's good if there is large windows, then you can decorate them light curtains, or leave it as is. Eco has common feature with minimalism - to minimize objects - nothing superfluous. Certainly, flower arrangements indoor plants are a must-have decoration.
Country
Country is a movement that at first glance gives an understanding of ease, lightness and traditional simplicity. His creative approach is a conductor of a homely atmosphere, comfort, and seminal harmony, which can remind us of life in the villages. He loves natural raw materials from environmentally friendly pure materials. Often, master designers use the technique of transforming old furniture into new, country-style furniture. This good way show from the best side the preservation of traditions in an improved new form. Country style can be applied to any of the rooms, the main thing is to use the main decorative features that would emphasize it: wicker baskets, tablecloths, heavy curtains or drapes, vases with flowers, clocks, enamel dishes, forged candlesticks and chandeliers.
The application of certain rules in the geometry of the headset placement is not applicable here; the main thing is to use it conveniently for yourself.
boho
Perhaps the freest genre that has taken a hermit-like direction. If you want the atmosphere to be full of your ideas, fantasies, accessories, souvenirs - boho is just for you.
Design loves hand made, collecting and other objects that the owner of the house is passionate about. The furnishings should be comfortable, and the colors should be colorful and bright.
It doesn’t matter at all what the walls or floor are covered with, first of all - it should be convenient for you, reflect the nature of your hobbies. Self-expression is the main hobby of boho. Let the decorative figurines and figurines be contradictory, but you will like them. Each item should have its own story, be a part of your life. Boho balance is chaotically placed details, a reflection of yourself, and therefore can acquire different social markers: hippie, glamorous, environmental, classic. All these directions carry a charge of positive energy due to the combination bright colors.
You should not use a global amount of decor; the design of an apartment or house will look cluttered.
Grunge
At first glance, exclusive and unlike any other – grunge is hard not to define. A prerequisite is a maximum large area.
The room should have large windows for good lighting, and be supplemented in the evening with warm light from lamps, sconces, and bedside lamps. Another important condition is the simplicity of the design of the walls and floor.
This genre excludes any excesses. Grunge likes discreet natural tones and texture. They often use brickwork or leave the wall alone, carefully strengthening it to make it more practical.
Having furnished your home in grunge, use the main component - exquisite light shelves, sophisticated cabinets. A heavy, large-volume environment is unacceptable here. Any decorative attributes should be in minimal quantities (pop art is good) or absent altogether - the context with the original texture of the brickwork is already a decorative design.
Provence
This romantic style smells like fragrant buns, a fresh floral scent. On the one hand, it brings simplicity, on the other hand, comfort, sophistication in details.
Romantic bedroom in Provence style
A strongly lit room with the effect of “aged” furniture, surrounded by fresh flowers and a variety of bright attributes - these are the main components of this genre.
Pastel colors and often white furniture are complemented by colorful small design details. These can be vases with flowers, pillows, ruffles, curtains decorated with floral patterns, various figurines, dishes made of ceramics and porcelain. The walls are covered with paint, almost never with wallpaper. Imitation of antiquity is the main component of Provence. Textiles and embroidery are actively used by designers. Many creative designers equip the furnishings with forged elements. Forging should have an air of sophistication and practicality. The predominant color is white and black.
Placing objects around the perimeter of an apartment or house is erroneous. Try to experiment and create a cozy space.
Classic
The project in the creative design of the classics has gone through centuries-old trends and remains popular to this day. Refined, luxurious - it requires a selective approach - not a single unnecessary detail. Prestigious, practical people can afford it. The surroundings are filled with sculptures, paintings, and elegant expensive dishes. The main canons are:
An abundance of exquisite tables, armchairs, dressing tables, carved ornaments, mirrors.
New trends in functional technology. Maximum cozy placement in every corner or wall of the room, or be invisible to the visual eye.
Wooden furniture with gilding, bronze, mother-of-pearl upholstery.
Color palette in pastel colors with the addition of gold. There are inclusions of black in contrast with a combination of light shades and gold as the primary colors.
Expensive textiles: satin, viscose, cotton.
A volumetric crystal chandelier, floor lamps, sconces, spotlights - will complement and saturate the look of the room. Classics are a reflection of the bourgeois luxurious life; not everyone can afford it, because... implies chic and luxury.
Modern
Modern in translation means “modern”, but it takes its roots back to the end of the 19th century. Just like the classics, modernism is a style that requires large investments and the complexity of its creation.
The basis of the reconstruction is wood. Mostly oak and beech are used, leaving a natural shade. The general theme shows a love for everything natural, thanks to patterns and prints on textiles, stairs of the plant/animal world.
Stained glass windows are practically prerequisite modern A stream of lighting is placed next to them, creating a special effect. The severity of symmetry and geometric equality of figures in the overall visualization of the room are not acceptable to him. Usually the headset is made to order. Models are invented specifically for a unique project, keep this in mind if you want to get a truly unique modern style at home.
High-tech
Hi-tech translates as “high technology”. It is difficult to confuse it with other design genres in the interior - it is based only on convenience, high efficiency recyclable equipment.
There is practically no decor when decorating. Walls can be decorated black and white photos graphs of cultural attractions or a large metropolis. Mirrors and a large number of lighting fixtures are often used to expand the space. The advantage of these motives will be an electric fireplace built into the wall and basic equipment - laptop, plasma TV, projector, etc.
When talking about furniture and other paraphernalia, it is important to use correct, smooth lines. Chrome details, shiny surface of walls or a separate designated area, rich lighting - these are the main factors that set high-tech motifs. The windows are decorated with Roman blinds or string curtains. Attributes that complement the interior must be made in the same tone as the main palette and have the correct geometric shape.
When purchasing or ordering objects to furnish a room, make sure that they are harmoniously connected with the overall visual design.
The main thing in creating a modern design
To summarize, we can display a table of the differences between all the interior styles discussed above for a house and an apartment.
| Genres | Color range | Design material | Ideas |
| Eco | Brown, light shades, beige, pale green, pale blue | Wood, glass, stone, clay, fabric | Bringing nature to life at home |
| Country | Beige, brown, gray, light colors | Stone, natural textiles, wood | Creating the coziness of a country lifestyle |
| boho | Bright shades, lemon, carrot | Doesn't matter | Display the convenience and essence of your hobbies |
| Grunge | Solid colors close to natural shades | Wood, tile, stone | Simplicity and ease along with respectability |
| Provence | White, gray, pastel colors, blue, lavender, ocher, terracotta | Natural material, ceramics, stone | Romance, rustic simplicity, harmony |
| Classic | White, gold, bronze, brown | Wood, tile | Luxurious living atmosphere |
| Modern | Brown, beige, white, lemon, shades found in nature | Wood, tile, glass, forged metal | Close to nature in sophisticated design |
| High-tech | Black, white, grey, beige, metallic | Tiles, mirrors, stone, suspended ceilings, plastic, metal | Convenience of using high technology |
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We live in an era when time and fashion do not dictate their terms, but there is greater freedom to choose the interior style for your home. And even for those who want to keep up with the times, and at the same time preserve familiar traditions, you can find many suitable options, mixing modern styles with classic design elements. Some modern styles, obeying the spirit of the time, have absorbed trends that are opposite to each other and turned into an independent direction. For example, neoclassicism is suitable for those who do not want to sacrifice classical ideas of beauty for the sake of changing fashion. The features of “modern” Art Deco will fit perfectly into fashion design in the spirit of minimalism and constructivism.
In this review, we will look at examples of completed projects from the portfolio of the Fundament Group of Companies, and also analyze the interior solutions and styles of apartment design that are popular today.
Apartments in different styles from the photo gallery of completed projects of the Fundament Group of Companies
In the photo: Living room renovation in a non-classical style
Chandeliers with crystal pendants help create a solemn and festive atmosphere in the living room. Instead of gypsum stucco and columns with pilasters - very laconic moldings, and lamps in the Art Deco style add special charm and sophistication.
Sliding glass doors
In the photo: Kitchen interior in style modern classics
The kitchen with cream facades and golden moldings is separated from the hall sliding doors, which are not only an indispensable solution in the design of small apartments, but also favorably emphasize the advantages of spacious apartments.
Gold in bathroom decoration
In the photo: Bathroom renovation in an apartment in a modern classic style
Golden elements in the bathroom interior favorably highlight the advantages of marble tiles and luxury sanitary ware. In addition, such a room looks lighter and more spacious.
Apartment renovation on the street. Pudovkina in the style of minimalism
Minimalism is a solution for energetic people modern people who do not have time for unnecessary “sentiments”. Simple does not mean empty or boring. On the contrary, there is more room for imagination and new ideas.
Monochrome living room
In the photo: Apartment renovation in minimalist style on the street. Pudovkina
A white corner sofa in the living room and a TV area - that’s the whole furnishings of the living room. The designers who worked on this project were guided by the principles of ergonomics and constructivism.
Kitchen “echoing” the living room
In the photo: Kitchen renovation in a minimalist style black and white monochrome
The kitchen, separated from the living room by a small partition, is made in the same monochrome color scheme. This technique visually unites the space, emphasizes the absence unnecessary details, conciseness and clean lines.
Children's room in minimalist style
In the photo: Interior of a children's room in a minimalist style
A shade of the color of a clear summer sky in combination with milky and creamy tones will create a light, airy interior in a children's room. This color scheme will have a positive effect on the child’s mood.
Apartment in a modern style in the Grunwald residential complex in Skolkovo
By “modern” style we usually mean solutions in the style of minimalism or constructivism, complemented by elements of one or two other styles. The careful inclusion of these elements does not make the interior eclectic, but adds a special “zest” and uniqueness without destroying the overall modern concept.
Modern kitchen-living room
In the photo: Renovation of an apartment in a modern style in the Grunwald residential complex
Very often, owners of modern apartments decide to remodel and move the cooking area into the living room, while the freed-up kitchen area can be used for an additional bedroom, children's room or guest room - depending on the needs of the family.
Bedroom with neoclassical elements
In the photo: Bedroom renovation in light colors in modern style
The extremely laconic interior of the master bedroom is complemented by elements of neoclassical and Japanese style. A headboard made with a “carriage” screed adds notes of romance and comfort to the atmosphere of the bedroom, and a wardrobe with doors reminiscent of Japanese shoji organically complements the decor.
A room for a young girl with neoclassical and loft elements
In the photo: Interior of a girl’s bedroom in light colors after renovation
It is difficult to come up with a style more suitable for the design of a young girl’s room than neoclassicism. And yet, nothing prevents you from making adjustments even to the interior in the chosen style that will emphasize individuality and will correspond to the characteristics of the hostess’s character.
“Modern Art Deco” in the design of the living-dining room in an apartment on the street. Nizhny Novgorod
Art Deco elements are perfect for creating a formal and luxurious atmosphere in the living room of a modern apartment. It is enough to use chandeliers, lamps and some pieces of furniture (for example, chairs) in the Art Deco style to create a modern interior with a unique and bright flavor.
Dining area with candlesticks and luxurious chandeliers
In the photo: Interior of a kitchen-living-dining room in an Art Deco style apartment
The dining area with Art Deco elements will help create a romantic and festive atmosphere. White candlesticks and dark chandeliers with pendants create a spectacular contrasting combination.
Monochrome is one of the modern color solutions
In the photo: Interior of the dining area in an apartment in the Art Deco style
The monochrome combination is appropriate not only in minimalist or high-tech interiors. On the contrary, the more details and decorative elements in the setting, the more effectively a simple color scheme can shade and emphasize these “decorations” without disturbing stylish design.
Kitchen and bathroom in Provence style in an apartment on the street. Kastanaevskaya
The Provence style, reflecting the warmth and sunny mood of the Mediterranean landscape, is widely used to create cozy interior modern apartment.
Kitchen with facades the color of spring grass
In the photo: Kitchen interior in Provence style in an apartment on Kastanaevskaya
Kitchens look especially advantageous in provencal style, with wooden furniture, a large number of different drawers, shelves, jars for storing herbs and spices.
Column with brickwork
In the photo: Kitchen interior in Provence style in an apartment
Any engineering object or design feature apartments can be turned into a fashionable art object and a stylish design technique. The column, which acts as a load-bearing part of the wall, is finished with brickwork, thanks to which it fits organically into the interior in the Provence style.
Green shades and mosaic in the bathroom
In the photo: Bathroom interior with mosaic
The breath of the Mediterranean morning is also felt in the design of the bathroom: mosaics in green shades act as a refrain for the color scheme of the kitchen, and light beige shades serve as a warm and harmonious “backdrop”.
A mixture of styles in the interior of an apartment on the street. Stoletova
And yet, eclecticism, or a mixture of styles, remains one of the most popular design trends. Elements of art deco, classic or modern will give the interior of an apartment in a modern style a special flavor and uniqueness.
Living-dining room with Art Deco and Art Nouveau elements
Modern interior three-room apartment on the street Stoletov was designed in a combination of minimalism, art deco and modernism. Chandeliers in different styles decorate the single space of the kitchen-living room.
Art Deco chandelier in the dining area
In the photo: Kitchen-living room in a modern style with elements of Art Deco and Art Nouveau
A stylish chandelier with pendants in the Art Deco style effectively emphasizes the dining area, creating a special mood. It is “opposed” to a minimalist kitchen area with laconic facades. The two areas are united by a common – monochrome – color scheme.
Eco-design: wooden furniture and green plants
In the photo: Modern style bathroom in an apartment
A corner hydromassage bath will make this room your favorite place for relaxation. Wooden furniture and green plants create an atmosphere in the eco-style that is popular today.
Interior solutions and styles of apartment renovation, popular in 2017
In 2017, the desire for simple but effective solutions, for conciseness and versatility continues. At the same time, everyone can add touches “at their own discretion” - the interior will only benefit from this.
Minimalism and functionality of the interior
In the photo: Kitchen-living room in a modern style
Functionality in modern interior design comes first - no one will argue with this statement. However, this functionality should not only not be at the expense of aesthetics, but, on the contrary, emphasize the aesthetic merits of the interior.
Loft elements in a modern living room
In the photo: Living room with bio-fireplace and loft elements
For example, loft elements in the living room design will give the atmosphere a touch of democracy, brutality and modernity. A wall with brickwork can be complemented with modern panels and black and white photos in a retro or modern style.
“Nothing extra” in the bedroom
In the photo: Bedroom design project with loft and minimalist elements
A bed, a couple of bedside tables and lamps - there should be nothing superfluous in the bedroom. Panoramic windows have become a special decoration of the interior, for which an organic loft style with elements of minimalism was chosen.
Ecomotives and common space
In the photo: Living room in a minimalist style with eco-motives
With the development of technology everything more people started thinking about healthy way life and how to make the environment cleaner and more environmentally friendly. Therefore, all kinds of eco-motives, or eco-design, are trending today: thanks to green plants and the use of natural materials (wood, stone) in decoration, the interior looks not only cozy, but also stylish.
Abstract panels, avant-garde design elements
In the photo: Living room in a modern style with avant-garde elements
Not only loft or eco-style elements can bring a “fresh touch” to the interior in a modern style. For example, avant-garde trends would be appropriate in apartment design for creative individuals who are open to experiments and new non-standard solutions.
Light colors in the decoration of the apartment
In the photo: Living room in a modern style in light colors
Lots of light and air - these principles will never go out of fashion. Light colors in the decoration of walls, ceilings and floors, as well as white furniture create a basis on which, like on a blank sheet of paper, you can place the necessary accents.
Modern bedroom in dark shades
In the photo: Modern style bedroom interior in dark shades
An interior designed entirely in dark shades can look no less impressive. For example, a bedroom interior with a panel depicting a night metropolis, made in dark colors with the addition of a contrasting white tone - stylish option room design for young man or a married couple.
Neoclassicism: a solution for lovers of traditions
In the photo: Neoclassical style in the interior studio apartment
Neoclassicism is a combination of classical design with modern solutions and the desire for a laconic design statement. Beige shades are a win-win color solution, emphasizing the nobility of forms, sophistication of decor and elegance of lines.
Bedroom in neoclassical style with panoramic windows
In the photo: Neoclassical style in the bedroom interior
The main decoration of the bedroom, in addition to the large Parisian windows, was a bed with a large headboard made of a “carriage” screed, wallpaper with damask pattern, chandelier with crystal pendants. The pastel shades chosen for the bedroom design give the interior a special lightness.
Art Deco style in a modern studio
In the photo: Art Deco style in the interior of a studio apartment
A crescent-shaped sofa unobtrusively zones the studio space of the kitchen-living room, separating the dining and living areas. The circle motif is repeated in the wall mirror, which is one of the spectacular decorative elements in the Art Deco style.
Kitchen project in Provence style
In the photo: Kitchen in a Provence style apartment
The Provence style is perfect for kitchen design in a modern apartment. In a Provence style kitchen you can create a special, sincere and cozy atmosphere, permeated with the warmth of the Mediterranean.
Modern eclecticism
In the photo: Apartment design in the eclectic style (with elements of art deco, neoclassical, Japanese minimalism)
In the design of these apartments, the tendencies towards “polyphonic sound”, or eclecticism, were especially pronounced: a fireplace with a laconic portal in the spirit of neoclassicism, armchairs and lamps in the Art Deco style, bright sofa cushions V Japanese style create a very special, unique atmosphere in the living room.
Modern apartment design styles are diverse, and special attention is given to functionality, which should emphasize the aesthetic merits of the interior. Designers and apartment renovation specialists of the Fundament Group of Companies have the qualifications, experience and talent to create a unique interior of your apartment, and then bring the project to life.
Text: Natalya Savushkina
What exactly do we call “modern style” in interior design? Straight lines, clear shapes, a minimum of accessories and decor that differs from classical ideas of comfort.
Based on the name, “modern” means “today’s”, the interior is “here and now”. In a broader sense, modern style is, first of all, the direct opposite of traditional style.
Homogeneous surfaces instead of reliefs, fabrics with neutral patterns or without them at all instead of patterned prints, a minimum of accessories instead of shelves and art galleries filled with small items. If a modern style does not have the comfort of a classic interior, this does not mean that it is unsuitable for life.
Axioms of style
Important!
Often non-specialists confuse the concepts of modern style and modern style. But these are completely different things. Experts understand modernism as a powerful movement in the decorative and applied arts of the early 20th century. It has been studied in detail and has well-recognized features. As for modern decor, it is free from strict norms and rules. It also has basic features, but overall it is a very flexible system.
Why it works: A strong emphasis on line and shape (two components of brilliant design) defines the energy of the style. This is the interior of open spaces, saturated natural light and air. It does not tolerate confusion and chaos; every element is significant.
You will like this destination if... In art galleries you are drawn to the halls of abstract painting. You have several books at home whose titles contain the word “minimum.” Heavy curtains cause an attack of claustrophobia. During your school years you were especially strong in geometry. Sometimes you want to hide things in tightly closed cabinets and completely paint the rooms in white.
What is modern style in the interior?
Design trends that are not limited by a rigid set of expressive means are a kind of antipode to the classics. The style denies her desire for decorativeness and strict adherence to canons.
The dominant concept here is a comfortable and functional living space, where every detail is logically integrated into the context. The flow is characterized by minimalism. It is realized through focused attention on volumes, pronounced linearity, and textures, which creates fertile ground for design experiments.
Beautiful interiors in a modern style mean convenience for living, practicality in use and aesthetics based on design trends.
Characteristics
1. Simplicity and clarity are at the forefront. The main principle is that form does not overshadow the content. Hence the rejection of flashy decor and straightforward furniture design.
2. Maximum simplicity equals comfort. Neat finish in neutral color scheme creates a background where you can equally focus on relaxation, communication or work.
3. The layout strives to create an open space, without complex structural elements, often with panoramic glazing. A common solution is a studio-type interior.
4. The discreet setting is an excellent environment for original accessories, art objects, and works of conceptual art.
5. Artificial and artificial ones are equally appropriate here. natural materials.
6. Modern style is disgusted by mannerism and intricacy, which can be found, for example, in retro and ethnic styles. And when the decor is minimalist, it is also beneficial from a practical point of view (in terms of time and financial costs for cleaning, caring for furniture, etc.).
7. The design readily changes into styles that are similar in idea. Make the upholstery of the sofa look like zebra skin, dilute the monotonous interior with paintings in silver frames, a couple of abstract sculptures - and get art deco. Arrange lamps with metal fittings, vases, decorate the furniture facades with shiny inserts, and the wall with an urban photo - and techno is ready.
Law of Straightness
Strict orientation along the coordinate axes and the three-dimensional structure of space, expressed through lines, angles, planes, is the fundamental principle of design in current design, from architecture to interior items.
But here too there is a place for freedom and creativity: you can diversify the composition by including several smooth lines. Just let it be simple geometric shapes: circle, sphere, cylinder. More intricate designs are the preserve of traditional design.
In the interior design of a townhouse, the role of such corrective elements is played by chairs in the dining area.
Open space as a zoning principle
Layout modern apartments and houses embodies the idea of open space. This means a minimum of partitions and the ability to use one room simultaneously for different tasks: this is how a kitchen-dining room, living room-kitchen, living room-office, bedroom-living room appear.
Organizing space by means of zoning will prevent a feeling of emptiness. Such means are:
- furniture grouping;
- podiums;
- sliding transparent partitions;
- wall decoration;
- multi-level lamps.
The beautiful interiors of a private house in the Millennium Park village are built on a combination of open space and techniques from traditional and modern styles.
Floor, ceiling and walls
A description of the modern style in the interior will be incomplete without talking about the decoration.
The desire for the floor covering is to be smooth and monochromatic. Laminate, tile, natural stone, self-leveling floors. Natural shades are preferred: coffee, nut, milk, cognac. If it is wood, then light ash, maple, and dark wenge are good.
You can avoid the carpet altogether or choose a product with an unusual texture (for example, a worn effect) or a geometric pattern.
The task of wall decoration is to create a background against which furniture and accessories will look advantageous. Therefore, surfaces should be smooth and not distract attention with patterns and textures.
Suitable finishing materials: decorative plaster, paint, liquid or vinyl wallpaper. If you make one wall brighter, highlight it with plaster bas-relief, 3D wallpaper, then the room will not look boring and monotonous.
The standard solution for the ceiling is a smooth white surface. If space allows, they make hanging two-level structures with built-in lamps. Chandeliers and lamps are designed according to the style: made of glass and metal, without decorations.
In an open-plan apartment glossy ceiling supports zoning of the kitchen and rest area. A plaster bas-relief highlights the wall.
Furniture with perfect shapes
Modern styles in the interior prefer furniture of clean forms.
- Clear design and lines are a priority, sofa supports are exposed for everyone to see rather than hidden behind drapery.
- Upholstered furniture has symmetrical proportions, is convenient and practical to use. Upholstery - woven or leather (made from artificial or natural materials), smooth, plain. Textiles can introduce a couple of bright spots into the design, breaking the monotony of the decor.
- To save space, furniture is made according to individual order from MDF or chipboard. Most often these are transformers: wardrobes, sofa beds, folding tables.
- The minimum set of furniture for the living room is a sofa, armchairs, coffee table, wardrobe or modular system for the width of the wall.
- You can compensate for the excessive straightness of furniture forms with a round table on a disk base or a low sofa.
In the renovated two-level apartment, both seating areas are furnished with sofas with simple design. The carpet in the center of the room supports the style.
Neutral color scheme
Main palette modern design- white, beige, gray, black. It is not necessary to use banal, straightforward colors; you can turn to complex composite shades.
In a monochrome design, halftones are responsible for expressiveness, as well as textures and volumes that come to the fore. In a contrasting version, the background is painted white, light brown, light gray, and the furniture is dark.
A bright interior in a modern style is a typical format. White color is especially popular, as it expands the space and makes it easy to perceive. Additional colors and bright objects will help to avoid the effect of facelessness.
Neutral shades of the warm spectrum (for example, brown) will logically pick up the motif of natural materials.
When combining several colors, one should dominate and be as calm as possible in emotional coloring. Especially in the bedroom. And if you want a splash of color, you need a focal point - an accent wall, a colorful accessory, a piece of furniture.
An example of a modern interior style in light colors is the white decoration of a country house. Together with panoramic glazing, color helps to embody the idea of an open, clean space.
Decor features
What's suitable: posters, large paintings without frames, abstractions, sculptures with streamlined silhouettes, graphics, living plants.
What won't work: eclectic collections of trinkets, floral patterns, textiles with lush draperies.
A few words about the design window openings. If the window covers the entire wall, it can be left completely open. If you want to hang curtains, the fabric should be evenly colored, without floral motifs, geometric patterns, a combination of shiny and matte threads are allowed. The classic method of fastening is suitable - on grommets, so the folds are smooth and uniform. Roman blinds and Japanese ones will do. But of course there are no heavy curtains with lambrequins and tassels.
Living room interior in modern style
In terms of planning and decorative solutions, the style is universal, so it is suitable for decorating a living room of any size. Even a compact space can be made comfortable and functional thanks to clear lines, careful work with composition and shades.
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A fashionable combination - natural wood plus glass and metal. Volumetric panels are a good way to accentuate surfaces. The design of the ceiling is simple, the floor has parquet or laminate in a calm shade, with a plain carpet in the center. |
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Furniture |
Furniture silhouettes are straightforward, the designs are transformed. In the center of the seating area there is a sofa of simple design, small coffee table with a glossy tabletop. Among the attributes are a huge flat-screen TV, an electric fireplace, and an aquarium with beautiful lighting. |
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Color |
The interior design of a living room in a modern style involves a monochromatic palette (beige, white, gray, brown), which creates the impression of a cozy, discreet environment. The contrast of a light background and dark planes is appropriate. |
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Lighting |
Hidden lighting expressively designs the ceiling levels, and adjustable soffits direct attention to the desired areas. Pendant lamps and floor lamps take on the task of decoration and zoning. |
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Accessories and decor |
Textiles are as natural as possible, monochromatic, without layering textures and massive window cornices. The decor is realized in the form of one or two paintings (abstractions, graphics), a series of black and white photographs. |
Elegant living room interiors in a modern style are presented by a house project in Crimea. The contrast to the light atmosphere is set by the black frames of the window and arched openings. The fireplace area is highlighted with light yellow onyx, a little further in the kitchen area there is a new color accent - chairs with mustard upholstery.
In the interior design of a townhouse in the Western Valley residential complex, the living room is designed in a palette of light marble, the cold shine of glossy surfaces is balanced by the rounded outlines of a sofa with armchairs and green plants.
The living room in the stylish white interior of the apartment with bright accents received a pleasant contrast with graphite color and expressive yellow-green backlit inserts.
Kitchen interior in modern style
The design of the kitchen is characterized by external laconicism, the work areas are comfortable and spacious, every square centimeter is functional. Dining area It is also arranged as ergonomically as possible.
| Materials |
Polished wood, high-quality plastic, tempered glass, artificial stone, chromed metal, laminated MDF panels. |
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Furniture |
Glossy ones dominate, glass surfaces. The facades, completely smooth on the outside (push-to-open opening mechanism), hide inside spacious storage systems, exit panels, pull-out baskets, and carousel shelves. |
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Technique |
Kitchen interior design in a modern style prefers practicality and convenience in everyday life: necessary equipment built into the modules (when not in use, it is simply not visible), the devices are controlled by touch or voice commands, which speeds up the cooking process. |
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Color |
For the kitchen area in the current design, both light colors (white, beige, gray, blue, etc.) and dark colors (brown, graphite) are appropriate. Often the main technique is the contrast of two primary colors with a connection bright accent in the form of chairs, wall decoration, a catchy apron, dishes, textile elements. |
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Lighting |
The spacious kitchen has several types of lighting: built-in around the perimeter ceiling lights(in the work area - mandatory) are responsible for the general light, a large pendant chandelier is located above the dining table, the bar counter is highlighted with its own light (usually three or four pendant lamps). The design of lamps is always original, non-standard. |
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Accessories and decor |
Living plants in pots, flowers in vases, and fresh fruits as color accents look good here. Overall, there are few details on display. |
The interior of the kitchen-living room, made in a modern style, meets one of the main principles of the direction - to keep the space open. Thanks to the same techniques in the design of the floor, ceiling, and walls, the effect of visual integrity of both zones is enhanced. The semantic boundary is the bar counter, dining table, sofa, decorative partition.
In finishing modern kitchen from the eco-house project, rich gray, metallic shades and white gloss of hanging cabinets are combined.
In the project for a cozy interior of an apartment with three rooms, the living room and children's bedrooms are designed in a traditional style, but it was decided to decorate the kitchen with a fashionable gloss, original chairs and a furniture set without handles.
After renovation, a large country house received a combined kitchen-living room space. As a border and graphic accent there is a staircase to the second floor.
Modern hallway design
Neatness, semantic and color clarity of the hallway interior creates from the first minutes pleasant experience about the apartment in general. Finishing, furniture, door design in combination with warm lighting are easily perceived as a single composition.
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Appropriate glossy surfaces, chrome elements, practical floor coverings (laminate, porcelain stoneware). The walls can be painted in one tone, covered with wallpaper of the same color or with simple drawing. They will look good wood panels in line with the cabinets. |
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Design - simple geometric shapes. The structures are transformable. Sliding wardrobes can be combined with a bench, open shelves and hangers. With external rationality, it is not at all necessary to abandon original finds: unusual ottomans, tables, mirrors, enhanced by color schemes. |
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The interior of a hallway in a modern style accepts three solutions:
Plain surfaces visually expand the area of the hallway and allow you to focus on bright color spots in the form of a carpet, a banquette, or an armchair. |
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Spot ceiling lights with directional luminous flux - practical solution for a small hallway. With their help, design elements, a mirror area, and a storage area are emphasized. Additional sources - sconces, built-in lighting - are involved in creating a decorative image. |
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Modern designer style- this is original simplicity. Complex, colorful details are not required here. The right atmosphere will be set by black and white prints, photo wallpapers, a shiny silver mirror frame, a poster in a bright red frame, a minimalist vase, and a decorative wall panel. |
In the design of a small private house, the hallway is designed in light gray tones. The marble and wall trim contrast beautifully with the dark brown stained wardrobe doors. A poster above the table adds color.
In the design of a townhouse, the decoration of the hallway is as simple as possible and is also designed in contrast.
The design of the apartment after renovation received a bright hallway with a dressing room and shoe cabinets.
Bedroom interior in modern style
Decorating a bedroom in a modern design is a balance of practical content and external aesthetics, traditional comfort and minimalistic implementation.
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Coatings must be environmentally friendly. Focus on texture: clear wood pattern, texture decorative plaster, matte and glossy surfaces. |
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The bed is of simple design, all attention is paid to beautiful bed textiles. |
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Modern style in bedroom design is a natural, eye-pleasing palette, on which more saturated fragments work expressively. |
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Evenly integrated into the ceiling spotlights, the main focus is on the design of local lighting: pendant lamps over bedside tables, table lamps. |
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Techniques for decorating the headboard area - relief panels, quilted leather panel, illuminated niche with blinds. Floor mirrors placed against the wall will add volume to the room. |
The project of a three-bedroom apartment presents room interiors in a modern style: each has its own design and mood. The general approach was expressed in the use of mirrors and shiny surfaces.
Bathroom interior in modern style
The layout preserves maximum free space (especially if it is a combined bathroom); even transparent shower partitions work to create an open, clean space. The discreet finish is the perfect backdrop for high-tech plumbing.
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Cladding materials must meet practical considerations. Popular finish - ceramic tiles wood, concrete, metal, marble. The difference in textures and colors can be used to emphasize the desired areas. The ceilings are decorated with suspended structures with an even, smooth texture, and light spots are built inside. |
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Used: hanging cabinets and cabinets, sinks in the form of round, oval, rectangular bowls, single-lever faucets, built-in and wall-hung toilet models. In a large room, both a font and a shower corner are placed at the same time. |
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The interior design of a bathroom in a modern style is done in light or dark version. Color dominant - white, gray, brown, black. |
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The more matte surfaces in the bathroom, the richer the light should be. |
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Simple ways to freshen up your design - hanging shelves, unusual looking coasters, bright towels and rugs, mirrors of different shapes. |
Beautiful bathroom interiors, decorated in modern style and other styles, are presented in our gallery. For example, the design of a room in a private house on the seaside. The room has panoramic glazing, inside, mirror panels are combined with light gray tiles and wood.
Another bathroom, visualized in the cottage design project, is designed in gray tones. Warm shades are introduced into the decor by the brown wood of the radiator grilles and the yellow lighting under the sink.
The stylish white interior of an apartment in Yalta is softened by finishing the bathroom with beige and wood shades, as well as live plants on the shelves.
Children's interior in modern style
Decorating a children's room in a modern design is suitable for a child of any age, because... The focus here is not on decoration with lace and flowers (in the case of a girl’s bedroom) and not on colorful cartoon-themed decor (for boys), but on the comfort of the young owner’s stay.
A modern nursery has a neutral background and a cute combination of shades. There is no need to be afraid that such a design will seem boring: in a small child’s room, the atmosphere can always be enlivened with numerous toys, and a teenager will most likely want to independently transform the interior to suit his own needs and interests.
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The requirements for the floor covering are to be smooth, resilient, non-slip and environmentally friendly. These characteristics are suitable for parquet, marmoleum (consisting of balsa wood, jute and plant resin), hypoallergenic carpet. |
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Sets with upper sleeping and lower working places are a good way to properly zone the area. Shelves with things and other necessary items should be accessible so that the young owner learns to be independent. If two children live in a room, it is better to allocate their own territory for each, delimiting the zones with a semi-open partition or curtain. |
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The white palette is a universal background, because... goes well with any shade. Bright room looks spacious and clean, calming. Practical and easy-to-maintain coatings will allow you to quickly detect and eliminate dirt on white surfaces. |
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Multi-level lighting is a must: during active times of the day, any area of the room (working, playing) will be available; before bed, you will need soft, relaxing light. A central chandelier, point sources around the perimeter, table lamps, and sconces in the bed area will cope with the task. |
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The role of decoration will be taken over by textiles - curtains, bedspreads, and pillows of various colors and prints. You can hang posters, photographs, geographical maps, educational drawings. It is important to abandon too banal “children’s” interior items and develop a child’s aesthetic taste from a young age. |
An example of the design can be seen in the project of a 5-room apartment, where two children's rooms are organized.
The first one is designed for a teenage boy, it uses a loft theme, a bright print on the wall dilutes the brown and beige palette.
The second one is also for a young man, made in gray-brown tones with warm sandy shades of the wall panel and yellow illumination of the shelving.
And here is the room for a teenage girl from the project
Before the start repair work Each of us plans our future interior design. At the same time, incredible efforts are expended to make the apartment unique and unique. But in any case, in the interior of each house there should be a certain unity of features and design techniques, which as a result forms a specific style decision. Otherwise, after the renovation is completed, you may find complete disharmony and chaos. And in order to create an individual interior, you can combine different styles, but in accordance with a certain direction.
Transnational interior styles
Transnational styles combine trends that emerged in different historical and cultural eras. Interior designs from the transnational group have been around for many years, but they are also popular in the modern world. And these include such architectural directions as:
- apartment in modern style or Art Nouveau is distinguished by the absence of corners. This is a direction that strives for natural lines in the interior;
- apartment interior in baroque style resembles a royal palace. It combines grandeur and splendor, contrast and intensity of images. In a Baroque interior, the line between illusion and reality is practically absent;
- Art Deco style apartments combine classicism with elements of modernity, and are distinguished by chic, luxury and pomp;
- apartment in high-tech style very spacious and full of light. This is possible thanks to the main concept of this style - geometricity, simplicity of shape and maximum space in the room;
- classic style apartments distinguished by sophistication, regularity of form and unobtrusive luxury;
- shabby chic style apartment brings back childhood memories. Not available here metal surfaces, aggressive lines and defiant colors. But the house, decorated in this style, is replete with treasured trinkets and photographs;
- apartment in black and white style does not need any comments. The sharp contrast of colors draws attention to the smallest details of the interior. However, at the slightest dissonance, the holistic impression is completely destroyed;
- Empire style apartment amazes with imperial luxury. In this style, classical severity and restraint are in harmony with impressive decor.
Interior styles from different countries and continents
As the name implies, this group unites styles characteristic of a particular country or continent. And the following areas of apartment decoration can be attributed to it:
- apartment in Scandinavian style symbolizes inner freedom. This style is characterized by external simplicity and thoughtful functionality;
- Japanese style apartment combines simplicity, elegance and functionality;
- An American-style apartment is distinguished by simplicity, versatility and respect for national traditions. But at the same time, the American style is constantly changing, incorporating certain elements of other trends;
- apartment in french style – this is grace, chic and romance;
- apartment in Italian
If you are planning to order an interior design project for an apartment, office or other premises from a professional interior design studio, then it will not hurt you to first find out what interior design styles there are, how they are characterized, and how they differ from each other. This will give you the opportunity to speak the same language with the designer, clearly express your wishes, and also avoid possible misunderstandings during the work process. However, even if you are not considering the possibility of ordering a design project from specialists, but plan to do everything “with your own hands,” then understanding the styles will still be useful to you, since it will give you some idea of the existing methods and techniques, and may also tell you some interesting ideas.
We have prepared this article to help you navigate the existing variety of interior design styles, to give you a very general understanding of the issue. The article does not pretend to be scientific, but is of a very applied nature. Yes, we agree, art scholars are unlikely to approve of the classification we propose here. However, we can safely say that if you understand and use the classification proposed in this article, you will be correctly understood by professional practicing designers interior design and other specialists representing the field of applied design.
When planning to order an interior design project for an apartment or a separate room from a professional interior design studio, it is very important to navigate existing styles so that you can explain your preferences and wishes to the designer as accurately as possible.
We have combined all the variety of styles into the following conditional groups:
Let us dwell on these groups in more detail and consider the most characteristic styles in each of them.
Academic classics in interior design
Academic classics will appeal to wealthy customers who prefer solidity in the interior, respectability and stylish luxury. Common features of interiors made in the styles of this group are:
- symmetry of the room,
- widespread use of wall and ceiling decor,
- ornaments complex shapes, wall hangings,
- expensive (to the point of luxurious) upholstered furniture, framed paintings.
Ceilings and walls are necessarily decorated with stucco molding and borders, large pendant chandeliers are used, as well as wall and floor lamps made of glass or crystal, column elements are widely used. The floor of classical rooms is almost always laid with parquet, including, often, with complex patterns.
It can be said that classic interior is a tribute to the eternal, imperishable standards of beauty and well-being. At the same time, it combines well with certain modern techniques. The main thing here is to choose well household appliances so that metal and glass do not argue with natural wood and skin, but only emphasized their nobility.
The color scheme can range from white to dark brown; all shades of beige, green, soft tones of pink and blue, as well as gilded ornaments are popular. Classic interiors replete with accessories and rich decorations: mirrors in figured baguettes, statues and sculptures, carved legs at chairs and tables. Their aesthetics are drawn to the ancient canons of beauty and luxury of room decoration.
The most common styles in the “Academic Classics” group:
- baroque,
- rococo,
- classicism,
- empire style,
- Gothic,
- etc.
Alternative classics in interior design
In the group of interior design styles related to alternative classics, some mixtures of styles are allowed, used to achieve the greatest functionality of details that at first glance relate to luxury items.
Classical motifs are preserved, carpets and parquet flooring with unusual patterns are popular, all furniture is made from expensive materials, but gilding in its decor is much less common. We can say that “alternative classics” is a lighter, less pompous, more modern and dynamic form of “academic classics”. She seeks a compromise between modern and traditional room design. The design of apartments made in these styles, appealing to the classical canons of interior aesthetics, meets modern requirements ergonomics and high functionality.
When working on such projects, we combine natural, classic and modern materials, including the now popular chrome and mirror surfaces. Color solutions vary from white to black, covering all shades of beige and pastel colors, bright color accents are allowed.
Among the styles in this line we highlight:
- american classic,
- english style,
- "lite" classic,
- art deco (art deco),
- art nouveau (art nouveau) and others.
Design projects of apartments or country houses in any of the styles of the lines “academic classics” and “alternative classics” are difficult to develop, as they require careful study of many decorative elements, and therefore the cost of such work is always higher. Moreover, furniture elements, accessories and decor of such interiors often cost much more than others, so if you want to order an interior design in a classic style, you need to take into account that bringing this idea to life will not be very cheap, but everything will look accordingly invested funds.
Style group " provincial Europe (Provence) in the interior»
Provence group styles(we called them “provincial Europe”) will appeal to those who gravitate towards nature, natural materials and simple, sometimes deliberately rough finishes, and an abundance of natural light.
The rooms of these styles in general are as follows: the decor of the walls is minimal, mosaic panels, paintings and photographs of simple scenes in modest frames are acceptable, on the ceiling there are protruding ceilings in the form of beams made of natural materials, and on the floor there are tiles or solid board. Stone, wood, glass and ceramics are used. The furniture chosen is not burdened with ornaments and made from natural materials (wooden or wicker), preferably antique or specially aged. From decor - only carved elements, nothing superfluous or artificial.
The colors are also as close to natural as possible - warm, sunny shades of yellow, green and orange alternate with cool blue and turquoise colors, white is used throughout.
We included the following styles in this group:
- Provence,
- Tuscan style,
- Mediterranean style.
Modern styles in interior design
Modern styles, Despite their name, they originated at the turn of the 19th century in connection with the active development of science and the penetration of knowledge-intensive and futuristic elements into interior design. Apartment design in a modern style is usually ordered by dynamic people with a rational type of thinking. The main stylistic features of modern interiors are laconic forms, high functionality of elements, bold color solutions, emphasized volume of space and non-standard solutions lighting.
Modern interiors trample the classical laws of design and appeal to the manufacturability of the future. The predominant materials are glass, metal and plastic. Strict geometric shapes are combined with calm, monochrome, or bright and contrasting colors. Decor and interior accessories are used with extreme care - everything is aimed at achieving the greatest functionality.
To the group modern styles we attributed:
- hi-tech (high-tech),
- modern,
- minimalism,
- loft,
- fusion,
- pop art,
- and others like these.
Will undertake with all diligence development of a design project of any complexity, area, style and purpose. We are pleased to work with orders from the most various directions, creating new and unusual interiors, in which you would enjoy living or working.
