The main room in a country house should be spacious (at least 50 sq. m), functional, comfortable for the owners to live and receive guests, and visually attractive. And if in furnishing an apartment one has to build on the architecture already laid down by the developer, planning and stylistic solutions for the living room in a cottage can be discussed and developed from scratch - at the building design stage. Hence there is more freedom for a rational and creative approach.
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Design principles
- When choosing a room - as the semantic center of the layout - take into account convenient communication with the rest of the public part of the interior: hall, kitchen, dining room, staircase to the second floor, summer terrace, etc.
- The optimal geometry is a square or rectangle with golden ratio proportions. It is easier to divide such a room into functional areas (a relaxation area, a fireplace, a media area, a dining area) and at the same time maintain a feeling of spaciousness. At least half of the area must be left free of furniture - for the independent movement of people.
- The design project of the living room in the house provides for high-quality natural lighting. Even the most successful color combinations will lose their beauty if there is not enough daylight. Therefore, it is decided in advance where and in what quantity to place windows (second light, panoramic glazing).
- When planning an open plan, special attention is paid to the decoration of the central room; it provides a stylistic connection with adjacent rooms (hall, dining room, kitchen). This way the common space is perceived as unified and complete.
Interior of a small living room: how to make it simple and inexpensive
Small living rooms are a layout option for most panel high-rise buildings. But this does not mean that the interior, as in Soviet times, will be standard. Even in the smallest room you can organize style, order and comfort. Design Tips:
- In a small living room, use white as the main color for the walls and ceiling, then the small room will become visually more spacious. Pearl and beige shades are also allowed.
- When finishing floors, choose natural wood in a light color. Thin long slats on a white cornice will help to visually expand the boundaries of the room.
- When decorating, it is not recommended to use chandeliers with large lampshades. Floor lamps will help illuminate the seating area, sofa and coffee table. Instead of chandeliers, it is recommended to decorate the room with glass lampshades with LED spotlights. They will help concentrate the light at the desired point.
- If the living room area is less than 15 square meters, then dark colors, wallpaper with large prints, thick curtains and oversized furniture are unacceptable in the decoration. All this visually overloads the interior, making the living room uncomfortable. Instead of the usual cabinets, you should pay attention to small shelves and racks.
- Ditch the traditional rug in favor of a mirror placed opposite the window. It will not only catch the light, but also fill the empty space. If desired, you can install an open shelf along it, where potted flowers or family photographs will look beautiful.
Zoning options
The basis of the interior design of a living room in a house is the functions that the room performs. Modern projects actively use combination techniques and competent distribution of accents.
Living room - kitchen
This planning solution will require a proper ventilation and exhaust system. It is customary to allocate at least 5 square meters for the dining area. m.
The delimitation of areas by function can be supported visually: by changing the floor covering, an arch or columns, a bar counter, or ceiling decoration. This organizes the space. The combined living room from the eco-interior design project of a modern country house is designed according to this principle, where the zoning means are an architectural element (square columns) and different floor coverings (boards and tiles).
On the other hand, it is now fashionable when the kitchen is not so clearly isolated and the stylistic unity of the zones is emphasized - in furniture elements, flooring, colors, lighting fixtures. In the interior project of a small private house, white walls and a light gray marble floor became an excellent backdrop for wood trim and contrasting black accents.
Living room - dining room
The design of a modern living room in a home often makes room for a full dining area. The advantage of the layout is the opportunity to have dinner with the whole family at a large table, and then comfortably move to the sofa and armchairs closer to the fireplace/TV.
When arranging the dining group, it is important to maintain convenience; the furniture should not interfere with free movement around the room. The area can be supplemented with a chest of drawers or a display case so that cutlery and dishes are at hand.
Methods for delicate differentiation:
- install a sofa in the seating area with the back facing the dining group;
- place a low decorative console on the border;
- lay a large carpet in the living room, it will visually assemble the furniture composition.
In the interior design of an individual house, the zoning of a spacious room is done using an elegant console made of dark wood and light floor carpets, which stand out beautifully against the background of dark parquet.
Isolated room
This option is less common. In this case, the design of the living room of a country house is focused on the goal of creating a place for joint relaxation, taking into account the interests of all family members. This means that in addition to the central sofa group, the layout includes local areas - for reading, relaxing by the fireplace, listening to music. Each area has its own light source.
In the interior design of a classic living room with a piano, the spacious room is zoned with furniture. The sofa group occupies most of the room, the center of its symmetry is the wall with a TV and fireplace. The corners of the furniture composition are accentuated by table lamps, with a crystal chandelier as the main source. At the end there is a music area - with an instrument and two magnificent armchairs. Rich decoration - dark brown boiserie, white sofas and blue armchairs, emerald curtains - emphasizes the underlying idea of classical luxury.
How to choose a color scheme
Green living room Source houzz.com
Using patterns in design Source domoholic.ru/
Wooden covering in the interior Source salvagegaming.us Lighting for a small room Source houzz.com
Decoration with a minimum amount of furniture Source sdelai-lesnicu.ru
A bright solution for a small living room Source dizainexpert.ru
Color combination in the living room Source ds-lacasa.ru
The color of a small living room plays a decisive role: whether the room will be cozy and spacious or gloomy and inconsistent. To achieve harmony, designers advise adhering to the following rules:
- All colors should be in harmony with each other. Therefore, it is recommended to use tones that are considered universal. Light shades are used as a base, diluted with other colors.
- When using the color wheel, keep in mind: the primary and secondary colors should be presented in proportions of 60:30, and only 10% should be allocated to the secondary color. For example, black, which will be expressed only in details: table legs, door handles and cabinet fittings.
- It is not recommended to use more than three colors. It is necessary to choose the main one, which will be the most in the interior, and dilute it with the remaining shades. It is considered correct to comply with the following standards: 75% - the main tone, 25% - additional, 5% - the brightest color from the palette.
Little things that create home comfort
It is necessary to say a few words about those details that help create especially comfortable conditions in living rooms. If the size of the room allows, then one of its main decorations can be a large table that can easily accommodate household members and guests.
For greater comfort, you need to consider the use of textile decor. After all, it is the finishing touch, smoothing out individual elements and uniting them. Curtains on windows, doorways, and around the perimeter of the room must fully comply with the given style, be practical and beautiful.
If desired, you can arrange a corner in the living room that will tell about the family, its values, and traditions. It can be:
- Photo;
- Pictures drawn by children;
- Crafts;
- Other attributes that matter.
Paintings, various panels and other similar decorations will be useful in the interior of the living room. If the stylistic idea allows, then you can use appropriate decorative elements, ranging from sofa cushions to forged parts. But in fact, it doesn’t matter at all how exactly the living room interior is decorated. The main thing is that household members always feel the love of loved ones and feel comfortable, calm and confident.
How to choose a style
Decoration in beige Source art interior.
Moscow The design of a small living room forces you to end up with an abundance of furniture, bulky cabinets, and some accessories, so the universal styles used in design are:
- Classical.
- Hi-tech.
- Scandinavian.
- Loft.
Classic
Design in a classic style Source intaer.ru
The main principles of this style are as follows:
- Division into zones. Focus on a group of objects, for example, on a sofa or coffee table.
- Minimum amount of furniture. Classic does not involve the use of bulky walls, shelving, or cabinets.
- Light colors are used to decorate the walls. But if the room is already too light, you can also use dark shades.
Update old things
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Recycling is more important now than ever. Do not rush to part with the furniture heritage of the Soviet era - it is better to give it a new life.
Thus, a shabby sofa can easily be turned into a trendy one if it is covered with fabric in current colors. By the way, reupholstering upholstered furniture will cost less than buying new ones. Grandma's dull chest of drawers, repainted in a bright color, will turn into the star of the interior. Moreover, all this can be done not only with the help of professional restorers, but also on your own.
For example, here is a step-by-step analysis of how to paint an old bedside table and fit it into a modern design:
And here they show you how to reupholster a chair with your own hands:
What to buy
- Yellow microfiber sofa cover, 9,990 rubles →
- Set of chair covers from Karna, 1,420 rubles →
- White semi-matte paint for furniture, 619 rubles →
High tech
High-tech interior Source dizainexpert.ru
This style is characterized by the absence of unnecessary objects in the interior. All details have their clear purpose.
When decorating the walls, decorative panels are used that imitate natural stone or brick. If you prefer wallpaper, it is better to choose plain ones. Gray and white are considered the best colors in this style. It is important that there are no drawings, patterns or prints. Mirror panels can be used as additional decoration.
High-tech style color palette Source woodluxury.com.ua
Details and texture in high-tech style Source decorationinfo.ru
As for the floor, the high-tech style does not provide any coverings with long pile. Laminate or linoleum can be used for decoration, again without a pattern.
The high-tech interior is decorated with upholstered furniture. Modular sofas with monochrome upholstery in blue and red, which harmonizes perfectly with the metal elements in the room, will look great.
Furnishing the living room of a small hotel in a futuristic style Source design-t.ru
Futuristic furniture and accessories can also be used in a small living room design. Fans of a sci-fi atmosphere are recommended to buy a sofa in the same style, armchairs with silver or steel upholstery.
Lighting options for a small room in high-tech style Source dekormyhome.ru
To make the interior look harmonious, immediately forget about chandeliers, which are typical for the classical style. Crystal pendants and paper lanterns are prohibited. They will be replaced by built-in lighting systems in combination with a cascade of halogen lamps that will help zone the space.
Room decoration in Scandinavian style Source roomester.ru
Design of a large living room in a house
A spacious room is great. It is important to remember that what makes it cozy and orderly is clear zoning and adherence to the rules:
- Get as much natural light as possible. High and wide windows, translucent curtains, and the absence of bulky furniture in front of the glazing serve this purpose.
- The ratio of free and furnished space is one to one. That is, no matter how many functional areas there are, half of the area should remain unoccupied.
- The composition needs a semantic center - a TV or a fireplace, around which the space is formed. It is in this place that the main sofa group is concentrated.
What zones are usually distinguished in a room of impressive size? Dining room, for relaxation, for entertainment. Speaking about the latter, they focus primarily on the personal preferences of the owners: it could be a reading corner with a bookcase, a place with game consoles or musical instruments. The means of zoning are furniture, lighting, and decorative partitions.
When space allows, it is enough to simply arrange functional areas at a distance from each other in order to rationally and comfortably organize an open combined space. As in the design of a large living room of a private house from a white interior project, where the fireplace area with an island hearth and a round sofa is not inferior in size to the main relaxation area, combined with the dining room and kitchen.
But in the finished interior, decorated in eco style, the optimal solution was a translucent decorative panel between the dining group and the sofa.
Loft
Room design in the loft style Source dizainexpert.ru
This style is famous for large windows, rough lines, minimal decoration, eclectic furniture and large quantities of metal parts. If you want to make a living room in a loft style, then take into account the following recommendations:
- The layout should be open with a minimum number of partitions.
- Non-standard street style decoration options can be used. Graffiti, posters, abstractions or road signs will all be appropriate.
Another feature is that the floors in the room cannot be finished; bare concrete is the most acceptable option. But of course it is not suitable for living space. Therefore, parquet or floorboards are used as covering. The wood must be varnished. The walls traditionally remain in their original form. Brick, concrete surface, tiles - all this does not matter. An alternative could be wallpaper with an imitation of such a coating. The ceiling is traditionally white. The best materials for ceiling coverings are raw concrete, metal, wood.
Rearrange the furniture
There is no easier and cheaper way to change the decor than rearranging the furniture.
A slight castling will not only help add variety and better organize the space, but will also allow you to see the room from a different angle. This makes it easier to decide what is really needed and what is high time to get rid of. Just remember that this seemingly simple event requires careful preparation. Don't move things by eye. You can waste a lot of time this way and end up making things worse. Better take a tape measure, measure all the existing furniture and sketch out a rearrangement plan on paper. Or plan it on your computer using convenient services or programs.
Stylish ideas for arrangement can be borrowed, for example, from this video:
Decor and lighting
An example of a dark design Source moy-komfort.ru
To give a complete look to a small living room, you need to take care of the decor and lighting.
Mirror surfaces in design Source mebelsuite.ru
When purchasing furniture, pay attention to its functionality. Folding sofas with built-in drawers and poufs with a recess will save space.
Folding furniture in the interior of a small room Source pinedesign.ru
It is best to buy furniture on wheels so that you can move it freely if necessary. An open headset will add lightness to the interior. Reflective surfaces and furniture with a glass, glossy coating will help expand the interior.
Glossy surfaces in interior design Source f4house.ru foto-remonta.ru
In addition, this solution will make the living room brighter. Small glass tables and cabinets with a white, glossy finish are very popular. The mirror is an equally important attribute. To achieve the desired effect, it must be large in size.
A modular sofa is an ideal space-saving option Source krovati-i-divany.ru
A modular sofa is a godsend for a small living room. After all, when folded, it takes up very little space. And when guests arrive, you can arrange the parts of the sofa exactly as you need.
Stylistics
Eco-design is a fashionable trend when the living room is decorated in a natural style. Woody and yellow shades are still in fashion.
Seasons is a stylish proposal in decoration, the highlight of which is that the living room is decorated thematically, with an emphasis on this or that time of year.
Today it’s easier than ever to choose your favorite color scheme, characteristic of a certain time of year.
Folklore is in fashion in the design of the living room. Photos of the 2022 design are full of patterns, embroidery and ornaments, and patchwork.
The unique textile mosaic catches the eye, giving the interior a special charm.
Lighting
Light design for a small room Source mykaleidoscope.ru
The first thing you need to know: a small living room should not be dark, otherwise all efforts will be in vain. You should not purchase volumetric chandeliers, as they will clutter the room.
Uniform distribution of spotlights Source womanadvice.ru
It is best to evenly distribute spotlights, which will help divide the room into zones or sconces.
Light solutions in the design of small rooms Source homeli.ru
Green the room
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Indoor plants will help liven up your living room. A few pots of geraniums or dracaena - and the room will immediately become much more comfortable. If your gardening skills are lacking, just choose succulents: they are unpretentious, but spectacular.
What to buy
- Phalaenopsis orchid, 499 rubles →
- Crassula ovata, 469 rubles →
- Artificial flower in a rainbow pot from Candelight, 590 rubles →
