About classic style
As a historical interior, classicism originally appeared in palaces. He came to replace the pompous and pretentious rococo style . Unlike the latter, strict classicism simplified the composition and rationalized the space. This style used as the basis of antique, mostly Greek architecture.
Characteristic features of classicism in the interior:
- monumentality;
- symmetry;
- geometrically regular shapes;
- sharp lines;
- strict forms;
- logical planning;
- ornaments: columns, rosettes, stucco molding using classic ornaments (meanders, flower garlands, pearl threads).
Classicism in our houses
If you decide to make a house in the style of classicism, make sure that you have enough space: each room should have its own purpose, that is, the presence of a desk in the bedroom is undesirable. In addition, modern classicism in the interior suggests the presence of high ceilings (at least 3 meters), although the rooms can be small in size. If the size of the apartment does not allow this style to be used everywhere, one can turn to the elements of classicism, for example, to make false columns on the wall.
Classicism in the interior suggests soft, mostly light colors of the walls and their decoration with white stucco or other ornaments. It is not recommended to use flashy contrasts. The wall should be smooth, smooth, homogeneous, and the room should have the right shape. Also, the wall can be decorated with textiles. The floor should be parquet or from marble slabs. Generally speaking, classicism requires the use of natural and expensive materials, such as stone, silk, porcelain, precious wood.
Lighting in classicism - massive chandeliers with crystal pendants or wall lamps with gilding. The lamps in the form of candles are very well integrated into the atmosphere. However, modern point lighting is also suitable for this style. The windows should be large and give a lot of light. The best option - windows made of wood; however, plastic windows can also be designed as a tree. The curtains on the windows must be heavy; so that they do not look rude, it is better to make them from brocade, taffeta, tapestry fabrics. Curtains, on the contrary, are selected from such fabrics, so that they are practically weightless.
Furniture for the interior in the classic style choose a good, expensive, high-end. Here gilding and inlays from expensive materials are welcomed.
As decorations, mirrors and pictures in beautiful frames, statuettes and outdoor vases are good.
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