To recreate a romantic atmosphere in your country house that combines French charm with rustic flavor, you can use the Provence style.
Its homeland is the province of the same name in the French Mediterranean - the land of vineyards and lavender fields, picturesque fragrant nature, boundless azure sky, merging with the expanses of the sea.
Interior in Provence style is naturalness and complete harmony with environment, deliberately stylized simplicity, nostalgic perception of rural life, imbued with the spirit of tranquility, peace and comfort.
Provence style features
Provence- a design direction of a rustic country style, which has well-established, unique features and recognizable features:
- The color scheme is represented by a wide range of pastel, bleached shades. The interior design uses the whole palette of beige, gray, blue, yellow, natural lavender, olive, terracotta. A characteristic feature is the smooth flow of tones from one to another, the absence of contrasts;
- Harmony with nature is achieved through the use in construction and design country house natural materials. The interior is appropriate wood, natural and decorative rock, ceramics, brick;
- The atmosphere of the Provence style is sunny, bright, life-affirming. The rooms should have a lot of light pouring from natural and artificial sources. Large French windows (panoramic, to the floor), chandeliers, lamps with lampshades, sconces, built-in lights are welcome;
- The highlight of the style is furniture with the effect of antiquity or faded paint. You can buy real antiques or artificially aged furniture. Grandma's chest, a worn-out chair, a rare mirror, will turn into a vintage thing in the designer's hands;
- A distinctive feature of the Provencal interior is the abundance of textiles. Preferred materials are cotton and linen fabrics with floral, floral patterns, checkered or striped. Products from them are decorated with embroidery, embossed patterns, lace handmade;
- The mood of the style is created by details - decorative elements that bring a special aura of romance, naive rustic simplicity and unpretentiousness. These can be hand-made crafts and trinkets, wicker baskets, ceramics purchased at a flea market, vases, forged candlesticks, etc.;
- Flowers and floral compositions are widely used for interior design. Live plants in pots, tubs, planters are placed on windows, shelves, tables, bedside tables, stylized coasters. The walls are decorated with panels and collages of dried flowers and natural materials.
We bring to your attention various options for decorating a house in the Provencal style:
- Living room decoration with whitewashed walls and masonry elements
- Bedroom in attic indoors
- Kitchen, decorated with forged decorative elements
Decoration of floors, walls, doors, frames
Any style will look harmonious if you maintain it not only in general terms in the design of the rooms, but also adhere to the chosen direction when choosing materials for decorating walls, floors, and ceilings of the cottage.
When decorating a house in the Provence style, pay special attention to the floors. Warm wooden plank floors in brown tones will provide the greatest correspondence to the original.
From modern materials, a light-colored laminate that imitates natural wood is suitable. Suitable for ceramic and stone tiles big size, porcelain tile.
The walls in Provencal houses are most often plastered and painted with pastel, bleached paints, giving the impression of a sun-bleached surface. The design technique of zoning the walls and finishing them with a decorative coating of different textures looks spectacular.
In one room, smooth and textured plaster, imitation brickwork, wood paneling. If you decide to paste over the walls, choose wallpaper with a floral pattern. General rule- the walls should serve as a backdrop for paintings, photographs, flower arrangements.
High ceilings are best plastered and whitewashed or painted. As a decorative accent, some design projects offer dark wooden beams. Stretch ceilings with a matte texture will also provide a perfectly flat surface.
Important attributes of the Provence style are a balcony with pilasters (carved vertical pillars or ledges of the wall) and massive entrance doors with forged hinges natural wood. Interior doors more functional than decorative, made of solid light woods and corrugated glass.
Windows should be big. and let in a lot of light, especially in living rooms. Frames for them are made of wood.
Interior Design Examples
There are a lot of interior design options in the Provencal style. You can think of everything yourself or order a project in a design studio.
Whatever it was, feel free to experiment and create. The choice of materials has, of course, great importance but even more important to feel and create a mood.
We bring to your attention a few ideas and recommendations that will help you cope with the design of rooms in the French rustic style.
Kitchen, dining room
The kitchen in a Provencal house is an incredibly attractive and cozy room, the center of a small home universe, where gatherings are willingly arranged over a cup of fragrant tea and heartfelt conversations are held.
Light color scheme of the walls, white ceiling make even a small room visually more spacious and taller. The combination of several textures in the decoration - plaster, brickwork, painted in one color, aprons made of white tiles will create a very harmonious space. Comfort will be added by a warm plank floor, countertops imitating natural wood or stone.
Furniture will give a special flavor to the kitchen. Kitchen facades made of wood or high-quality fibreboard are painted and processed using the craquelure technique, achieving the effect of cracking a layer of paint and varnish.
Mandatory elements of the interior are a large dining table and chairs with the effect of artificial aging, a wrought iron chandelier, and opening sideboards. Elegant sets, ceramics, baskets, vases, etc. are displayed on the shelves.
Do not forget about textiles - light curtains up to the window sill with floral patterns, linen tablecloths and napkins, cushions on chairs, handmade wicker rugs will fill the kitchen with warmth and special charm.
Living room
The living room is the main room in the house, it should be comfortable and functional at the same time.
In surface finishing, use only natural materials, feel free to combine the texture of decorative and smooth plaster with brickwork, facing stone, liquid wallpaper.
Pastel colors of painting will smooth out the roughness and provide a holistic perception of the interior. They will be an excellent background for paintings, decorative panels, black and white photographs.
In a Provencal living room, a fireplace is one of the main elements. It should be massive and solid, made of stone or brick, with a mantelpiece for trinkets and an indispensable rocking chair with a fur cape.
The center of the living room is occupied by sofas and armchairs with linen upholstery and pillows decorated with lace. Furniture - wooden, covered with patina, on open shelves place souvenirs, crafts, books, photographs in frames.
Note! Patina - a touch of antiquity on metal products, which appears under the influence of oxidation processes. Artificial patination is obtained by applying special compounds that mimic aging.
The room should have a lot of diffused light. It will be provided by a front chandelier, for example, made of crystal, lamps with fabric lampshades, original lamps. Linen textiles on the windows and a carpet on the floor will provide a complete look to the interior of the living room.
Bedroom
A gentle, airy flair of sophistication and romantic mood reigns in the Provencal-style bedroom.
In the decoration of walls and ceilings, we prefer pastel shades. If the room is large, you can use the wall zoning technique using molding and several types of decorative coatings. This will give the room, despite the simplicity of the interior, a touch of luxury.
Houses in Provence tend to be very low, and the terrace floor and courtyard are on the same level.
In the design, use a lot of living vegetation - flowers in pots, planters, flowerpots. Welcome forged furniture with wooden surfaces, wicker chairs, sofas with bright pillows. Here there is a place for things that have served their time - shabby chairs and cabinets with chips.
Pay attention to details. Decorate the walls with old family photos and children's drawings in homemade frames.
How to choose furniture
Character traits m Rustic furniture - deliberate simplicity, pronounced traces of time, the presence of elegant elements, such as artistic forging, carving.
The spirit of Provence is well conveyed by wicker chairs and deck chairs, forged with wooden surface tables and chairs, soft ottomans, banquettes, sofas with fabric upholstery and plenty of pillows.
A special chic is wooden furniture painted in light colors made of oak, walnut, pine, birch with the effect of antiquity. Antique chests of drawers, chests, sideboards will perfectly fit into the interior.
Choice of curtains and curtains
Light airy curtains made of chintz, satin, linen, taffeta in pastel colors create a joyful and cozy atmosphere. Curtains do not repeat the color of the walls, but are a brighter accent in the interior.
For example, if the room is designed in pearl gray blue tones, textiles on the windows we choose a warm beige or apricot shade.
Weightless tulle curtains are combined with cotton curtains with a floral print, linen with embroidery, linen. We hang long curtains in such a way that the drapery falls in picturesque folds. The mood will be created by decorative elements - ruffles, bows, tiebacks, fringe.
Additional accessories and interior items
The peculiarity of the Provence style is also that it can be created for years, with love and great pleasure, complementing the interior with cute trinkets or expensive antiques.
A variety of accessories give a special flavor to the room:
- mats and wicker rugs on the floor;
- porcelain plates and ceramics on the open shelves of the cupboard;
- forged products - candlesticks, frames for mirrors and photographs, flower stands;
- picturesque landscapes and photographs on the walls;
- children's crafts, wicker baskets, souvenirs on the shelves;
- glass and ceramic vases;
- embroidered tablecloths, napkins, bedspreads, etc.
Color matching
Provence is unthinkable without flowers. They give it a special charm and sophistication.
The number one flower in the exterior of the yard is a rose. Among indoor plants Pelargoniums and primroses on the windows, geraniums and lavenders in the bedroom, pansies and violets on the bedside tables and chests of drawers, hanging ivy lashes on the cabinets will harmoniously fit into the French design.
Compositions from herbs(for example,) with violet or pansies.
Flower abundance is planted in clay pots, placed in pots and on stands. An indispensable attribute of summer is fresh flowers in vases, winters are bouquets of dead wood.
Master class on decorating a house in the Provencal style, see in this video.
An unusually light mood creates Provence in the interior of an apartment or house. The style is filled with the atmosphere of French country houses, which give incredible peace and unity with nature. The use of the Provence direction in the decoration of a city apartment will allow you to abstract from the hectic life of the metropolis and enjoy the feeling of peace. Provence echoes country and retro style, but has its own special charm.
Distinctive style features
Provence is a light and romantic style. The interior is light, simple, not overloaded with bright details. Provence and country are united by a touch of rustic chic and the comfort of a country house. A description of some of the features characteristic of the style will help bring an atmosphere of French lightness into the interior of the house.
- Use of natural materials in the interior;
- The walls are finished with plaster;
- Furniture and interior items have the effect of aging;
- Ceiling decorate ceiling beams;
- The room is filled with light;
- Forged furniture and decor;
- The apartment is filled with fresh flowers and floral patterns.
The photo shows a Provence-style bedroom with a floral pattern on the wallpaper and aged wood furniture.
Style color scheme
Provence is characterized by the use of natural materials, which is reflected in the color scheme. The design of the room in the Provence style is done in light pastel colors. The atmosphere is filled with fresh air and conveys the expanse of the sea coast.
Basic colors for interior design: cream, white, light turquoise, lilac, pale green, lavender, pink and blue.
The entire color palette of Provence has a touch of antiquity and an imprint of the sun. In decoration and accessories, floral patterns are often used, which are also made in laconic and calm shades.
Photo in the interior of the rooms in the apartment
Kitchen and dining room
The ideal option would be a combined kitchen-dining room. The walls are finished with light-colored plaster, the application is rough, with noticeable irregularities and roughness. The choice of flooring is given in favor of wood, parquet with wood imitation and tiles.
In the photo, Provence is a kitchen interior with a bar counter in bright colors.
The kitchen set and the rest of the furniture is made of wood in light shades. The kitchen set will complement the apron made of tiles or brickwork.
The dining room will harmoniously accommodate a cupboard with glass doors; ceramic and earthenware dishes can be placed in it.
The interior will be complemented by a lace tablecloth, chair cushions, Roman blinds or curtains and linen towels.
Provence in the bedroom
The main piece of furniture in the interior of the bedroom is the bed, it can be made of solid wood or have a wrought iron frame. Forging can have both a simple geometric shape and an unusual vegetative bend.
The bedroom looks harmonious with an abundance of fabrics, pillows and accessories. Dense material is successfully combined with weightless tulle and lace.
The interior will be complemented by a chest of drawers on graceful legs, a dressing table and bedside tables.
Living room
The Provence-style living room is filled with natural light as much as possible. Large open windows let in the sun's rays and illuminate the room with comfort. The walls are finished with plaster or careless brickwork, painted white, the floors are covered with parquet, stone or bleached wood. The ceiling can be decorated with wooden beams or stucco.
Clay or glass vases filled with flowers, ceramic and porcelain figurines are used as decor in the interior, a variety of pillows fill the sofa. The main accent of the hall will be a false fireplace near one of the walls, it can be made in the color of the walls or in a classic white shade for Provence.
On the picture
Children's
The walls of the children's room will be decorated with wallpaper in a flower or a light cage. Light furniture can be finished with decoupage or craquelure technique. A variety of decorative Provence accessories look harmoniously in the interior of a children's room.
Depending on the gender of the child, the textile part can be pale blue or pastel pink. A wicker basket or chest will support the style of the room and give you a place to store toys.
Bathroom and toilet
The decoration of the bathroom and toilet in the Provence style is traditionally done in light colors. Tile can be plain or with a slight floral pattern. The tile with the effect of antiquity and scuffs also looks harmonious. A useful function in the interior of the bathroom is performed by wicker baskets and forged shelves.
The photo shows a Provence-style bathroom interior with themed accessories (lavender, wicker baskets, vintage clocks, decorative cages and vintage boxes).
Hallway
An unusual interior solution will be stone wall decoration. The flooring is also made of stone or laminate. Light shades of decoration and furniture will make the hallway more spacious. You should not place a modern wardrobe, a spacious vintage wardrobe with an aged effect will look more harmonious. The mirror in the hallway will be decorated with a wooden frame of the same finishing technique as the wardrobe.
Cabinet
The walls and ceiling of the Provence-style office can be finished with wood or plaster. Furniture forged or solid wood. A carpet, fresh flowers in a vase and paintings or photographs in beautiful frames will add coziness to the interior.
Loggia and balcony
The Provence-style balcony will be a great place for morning coffee. The bleached wood finish will add even more light. To regulate daylight use Roman or roller blinds. As furniture, you can use a couple of small chairs and a round coffee table.
The photo shows the interior of the loggia with cozy armchairs, a small table and a floor lamp.
Provence in a country house
Based on the features of the Provence style, we can say that private house is the perfect place to use it.
The area of the spacious house allows you to install a full-fledged fireplace, which will become a source of comfort in the hall. Finishing the fireplace is done with masonry or plastered. Over time, scuffs and cracks will only emphasize the style features.
The ceiling will be decorated with wooden beams. The staircase is made of wood, railings and partitions can be forged or also wooden.
Wooden houses have a special chic, the atmosphere is saturated rustic warmth. Such houses have several cozy corners for privacy, such as attics and verandas. They do not require careful finishing, small cracks and chips in wooden floors and furniture add comfort to the interior.
Small country houses in the Provence style will be decorated with antique furniture, massive sideboards and a set of natural wood look harmoniously in the interior of the kitchen-living room. In the dining area, you can place a dining group made of solid oak.
Pictured is a compact interior. wooden house in Provence style.
Photos of apartments in Provence style
The Provence style in the interior of the apartment is distinguished by lightness, comfort, delicate pastel colors, ease and simplicity of the French countryside.
Redevelopment from a one-room apartment to a small two-room apartment
The characteristic features of Provence in a small euro-two are the color palette (light green and beige shades), aged furniture, light wooden beams in the kitchen, floral patterns on furniture upholstery, wallpaper, textiles and tiles in the bathroom.
Design project of a studio apartment with a dressing room and a bedroom
The interior of the city apartment is designed in white and blue colors. The upper parts of the doors are glazed and decorated with a decorative layout, which is typical for French country music. Decorative accents are a false fireplace with candles, textiles with floral and striped ornaments, a mirror in the bedroom and greenery in multi-colored pots in the lounge area on the balcony.
Design of a two-room apartment 63 sq. m.
The Provence style, which the customers liked, was emphasized with the help of light furniture with glass inserts in the kitchen, a solid bed with wrought iron elements, floral wallpaper and curtains in the bedroom, as well as lace and knitted textiles.
Finishing Features
Walls
Rough plaster and brick are considered classic finishes, they can be used in almost any part of the house.
- For the living room, bedroom, wallpaper and hand-painted walls are also suitable;
- In the children's room, you can use photo wallpapers with an interesting floral pattern;
- The interior of the hallway and living room in a country house will be decorated with a fresco, and in the kitchen and bathroom it is more practical to use tiles with a worn effect.
Floor
The flooring in the living room, bedroom and nursery is made of wood, parquet or laminate. For the kitchen and bathroom, it is better to use tiles, the colors can be plain or with a discreet pattern. Also in the tiled kitchen, the floor will be decorated with a carpet with a short pile.
Ceiling
In conditions small apartment the ceiling can be finished with a tensile structure or plaster. In Provence, the use of glossy surfaces is unacceptable. The bedroom and living room will be decorated with ceiling beams, and the spacious hall of the country house will have a beautiful fresco.
In the photo in the interior of the living room, wooden beams were used to finish the ceiling.
Windows and doors
Windows and doors are made of wood, modern plastic windows do not convey the atmosphere of rustic comfort. Color solution given in favor of white color and natural wood. Windows will be decorated with tulle air curtains with tiebacks or short Roman blinds.
Furniture selection
All furniture in the interior has a touch of French lightness; there are no massive and rough forms in it.
- Provence furniture is made of natural wood;
- The sofa will be decorated with a cover with a floral or floral pattern;
- Armchairs are upholstered in fabric in light colors;
- The seating area will be complemented by a low coffee table;
- The dining table is made of solid wood, the chairs are complemented by soft pillows;
- The bed in the bedroom can also be made of wood or have a wrought iron frame;
- A vintage wardrobe or chest of drawers can be decorated with decoupage technique and give the effect of antiquity;
- Forged shelves and multi-tiered racks, painted in a light shade.
Textile
In the interior of Provence, natural fabrics are mainly used, such as linen, cotton, chintz. Windows will be decorated with curtains simple cut, tiebacks, ruffles, bows will be an addition. The coloring can be monophonic or with the image of flower buds.
In the photo, floral curtains were used to decorate the windows in the bedroom.
Pillows can overlap with curtains or sewn from the same fabric.
The dining area will be decorated with a linen tablecloth or light lace. The carpet is used with a short pile and an unusual pattern.
Decor
Decoration plays a significant role in creating the design of an apartment and has its main features. Various ideas for decorating furniture and accessories will help support the overall Provence interior theme.
- There are many fresh flowers in the Provence interior;
- Lavender is a plant that is directly associated with style;
- The wall clock does not have complex shape, as a rule, it is a round or square base and a clockwork;
- The interior will be decorated with family photos in unusual frames;
- Mirrors are framed with a wrought iron or wooden frame;
- Suitcases and chests perform not only a decorative function in the interior of the room, but also give additional storage space;
The photo shows an aged suitcase with a floral pattern, decorated using the decoupage technique.
- The fireplace will be decorated with figurines, porcelain dolls, candles and candlesticks,
- Pictures, panels and posters have images of nature, butterflies, birds, lavender and other flowers;
In the photo, the wall in blue tones is decorated with a panel depicting birds and flowers.
- The window sills of the living room and kitchen are decorated with clay pots, vases and bird cages,
- In the interior of the Provence-style bathroom and nursery, a wicker basket looks harmonious, which can be used for linen and toys.
Lighting
Chandeliers can be in the form of a chandelier or with a fabric lampshade. Small lamps with a lampshade are placed on the bedside tables; they can be decorated with fringe and ruffles.
Sconces and floor lamps will designate a recreation area, the frame for a floor lamp can be of a simple straight shape or have an unusual carved relief.
In the photo on the left is the original table lamp with aged drawers.
Ceiling lights separate the cooking area from the living room or dining room. Lighting devices have light pastel shades; it is inappropriate to use metal modern details.
Features of the design of a small apartment
In the conditions of compact city apartments, it is worth focusing on the finishing material during repairs, without overloading the interior with decorative elements.
- Simple smooth walls and ceiling;
- Wallpaper with a pattern should be used on one of the walls of the room;
- Thanks to the Provence palette, the room does not look closed;
- In the studio apartment dining table will perform a miniature bar counter;
- Ceiling beams will help to visually zone the space in the studio apartment;
- In typical Khrushchev houses, the decoration is done mainly in white;
- Windows will be decorated with simple curtains to the floor or short Roman blinds;
- A bed with a wrought iron frame saves space.
Photo gallery
The Provence interior is filled with simple luxury and spaciousness of lavender fields. The design does not use bright flashy colors, the content is concise and calm. This design is suitable for any room in a city apartment, and from a cottage or country house will make a real paradise where you can escape from the bustle of the city and enjoy the motives of old France. Below are photo examples of using the Provence style in rooms for various functional purposes.
Provence style in the interior design of their home is chosen by people who prefer a calm, cozy atmosphere with elements of elegance and grace. This direction of design of residential buildings has its own distinctive features.
Provence style got its name in honor of the colorful province of France. Wealthy French people in this region built their houses with simple rustic furnishings, diluted with separate decorative techniques. The combination of simplicity of materials and typical French elegance, expressed in the presence of graceful figurines, original patterns and cozy textiles, made this trend popular all over the world.
The main features inherent in the Provence style:
- natural materials in surface finishing;
- big windows;
- calm color palette;
- a large amount of textiles;
- the use of forged products, wooden elements;
- an abundance of decorative techniques (patterns, frescoes, figurines, flowers).
Each of these features requires a more detailed description.
Color spectrum
Since the Provence style is associated with the French province, the sea coast of the sunny region, the corresponding colors predominate in it. The most common shades that can be found in the interiors of houses made in this style:
- White,
- cream,
- calm yellow,
- blue,
- pale green;
- lilac.
Important! Bright, saturated colors are never used in such an interior. The use of calm, bed tones allows you to create a truly peaceful atmosphere, allowing you to immerse yourself in a state of peace and relaxation.
wall decoration
It matters a lot. It should be made of natural materials, create the effect of antiquity. Only in this case it will be possible to achieve the desired result.
See the table for common ways to decorate walls in a room.
Table of types of finishes and descriptions for them:
| Type of finish | Description |
|---|---|
| Painting | The effect of naturalness is achieved with the help of shades found in nature. You can paint the walls in white, beige, blue, pale brown and other natural colors. Paint is important to use matte, not glossy. To give an additional effect of antiquity and negligence, the coating should not be applied in a perfectly even layer. Mixing of several different shades is allowed |
| Whitewash | The most economical and easy-to-implement wall decoration option. Whitewashing looks especially advantageous on surfaces with irregularities, on brickwork. You can intentionally cover the walls with whitewash in such a way that bricks are visible through it. The combination of this wall design option with rough furniture and elegant wrought iron products will create a unique atmosphere of a village house. |
| Rough plaster | The plaster used is rough, rather large. This allows you to create a feeling of naturalness, rawness of the walls. From above, the plaster is covered with whitewash or painted. Shades that are recommended to use: gray, white, cream. These are the colors of natural stones found in nature. |
| Masonry | Stone masonry can be used both throughout the room and on a separate wall. In the kitchen, instead of real stone, you can use tiles imitating a stone surface for wall decoration. |
| Brickwork | A brick covered with a layer of whitewash is a technique often used in the Provence style. Rooms with such walls seem bright, spacious and cheerful. Also, any decorative elements look spectacular on such a wall - mirrors, paintings, photographs. |
| Tile | The tile of soothing shades is mainly used for wall decoration in the bathroom and in the kitchen. In other rooms, tiles can be used in the form of multi-colored mosaics. |
| Wooden panels, beams | Wood is widely used in interior design. wood paneling ceilings, walls, floors can be finished. Wood goes well with both brick and stone. Surfaces are whitewashed and painted. Mainly white, beige, cream tones are used. |
| Wallpaper that matches the style | Wallpaper is not the most desirable option for wall decoration in the Provence style, since natural materials are preferred. But in the absence of another possibility, the use of textured wallpapers is allowed, the pattern of which will create the impression of antiquity and rural peace. Wallpaper colors and patterns should be as calm as possible. |
Ceiling finish
Classic Provencal ceiling - white surface with attached decorative wooden beams, painted in contrasting dark colors or preserved in its original natural color.
This technique can only be used if there is a sufficient area of \u200b\u200bthe room and high ceilings.
Attention! If the dimensions of the room do not allow the installation of ceiling beams, you can do without them.
Furniture
Provence style furniture is both elegant and simple materials. The most typical pieces of furniture. Used in this style:
- dressers;
- sideboards on legs
- carved chairs;
- cabinets with drawers;
- elegant armchairs, sofas upholstered in pastel colors;
- beds with wrought iron details.
The prevailing colors of furniture are white, beige, brown. The presence of cracks, scratches, scuffs is an advantage, because it creates the effect of antiquity.
Modern materials in Provence style furniture are unacceptable.
Textile
It was impossible to see heavy, massive curtains in traditional Provencal houses, because there was simply no need for them. For this reason, large windows in rooms can be decorated with weightless tulles made of satin, chintz and other lightweight materials.
The rural direction is emphasized by the predominance of natural fabrics in textile elements: linen, cotton, wool. All elements of textiles (carpets, blankets, bedspreads, pillows) are designed to create a feeling of comfort and peace, so they are characterized by softness and bed shades.
Forged products effectively complement natural surface materials and soft lines of furniture and textiles. Forged elements can be present in the form of sofa and chair legs, headboards, fireplace tools, etc. Also, various decorative products can be made of metal.
decorative elements
Wicker baskets, figurines, antique dishes, bird cages, vases - all these cute little things complement the interior and give it a special charm.
In Provence-style kitchens or in dining rooms, you can use a common technique - plates placed on open shelves and racks. You can also put them on the shelf of an old wardrobe. Such a move is a great way to create an additional feeling of country life, rustic comfort.
Important! It is the decorative elements that allow you to complete the idea of the interior, adding the finishing touches to it.
Flowers and herbaria
In the interior of the Provence style, you can use not only fresh flowers arranged in vases on the tables, but also dried plants. Wildflowers, dried and framed, can make a homemade painting. These frames with dried flowers can be hung throughout the house.
If we talk about fresh flowers, then natural, simple flowers of natural shades will be in harmony with the interior of the room. It can be cornflowers, chamomile and other wildflowers. Their darling appearance and natural aroma will help to create a special atmosphere.
Room interior examples
The design of each room of the house, made in the style of Provence, has its own characteristics.
Living room
The living room is the main room in the house, where all family members gather in the evenings and where guests are received. The main feature of the living room is its spaciousness, illumination and cheerfulness. This effect is created due to big windows with weightless curtains that let in sunlight, and numerous lamps. The living room successfully combines upholstered furniture, forged decorative elements, numerous pillows and rough wall decoration.
Bedroom
Provence style is ideal for people who prefer peace and tranquility. The interior of the bedroom especially emphasizes this. Bedrooms in this case are always soft beds, numerous textile components (pillows, bedspreads, blankets, rugs, curtains) and decor elements.
In the design of the bedrooms, colors such as white, blue, and beige predominate.
Children's
The rooms of the younger members of the family, made in this style, are distinguished by originality and comfort. The flight of fancy when decorating children's rooms can not be limited. Cheerful paintings on the walls, original children's furniture, baskets with toys, bird cages - all this against the backdrop of wooden ceilings and brick walls creates a unique atmosphere that any child will surely like.
The use of exclusively natural materials in decoration, wood furniture will also ensure environmental friendliness, safety of the room for children.
Hallway
Rustic style involves placing a minimum of objects in the hallway. As a rule, a wardrobe, a bench is enough. It would not be superfluous to use an antique mirror in a wooden or metal frame. It will give the atmosphere a special originality.
The use of light colors is especially important for small spaces. Light finishes on the walls and ceiling will visually expand the space.
But large long corridors can be arranged no less advantageously.
Kitchen
The kitchen is the heart of the home. In this case, it is distinguished by a special cosiness and unique atmosphere. This effect is achieved thanks to wide windows, wooden kitchen sets, forged elements and dishes placed everywhere.
Such kitchens are characterized by the presence of an old chest of drawers, round wooden table on legs, miniature curtains on the windows. Numerous decorative elements are an integral part of kitchens: pots, baskets, glass bottles, painted plates, etc.
Bathroom
In the bathroom it is unacceptable to use plastic and other modern materials. All items in the room must match the style: stools, benches, a bathroom and a sink with metal elements, natural decoration of walls, ceiling. The color palette in the design of the room: white, blue, blue.
Thus, the Provence style is a combination of rustic simplicity and comfort with true French elegance. The use of exclusively natural materials, muted shades in the design of rooms will allow you to create a unique atmosphere of measured country life in any home.
Video - The interior of the Provence style house is very beautiful
The decoration of the facade and interior of a country house in the Provence style gives its residents a special unity with nature, transfers from the Russian hinterland to a French village on the Mediterranean coast. Provence style is one of the most frequently chosen country and country interiors for interior design. country houses for decades thanks to the pastel color palette, floral motifs and versatility.
Style Features
Initially, design projects in the Provence style were used to country houses and dachas. Today, this direction is no less relevant for the decor of suburban housing, although it is increasingly used for city apartments and houses. Design features in the Provence style are coziness, comfort, it fills the space with light. Provence style originated in the French provinces. Style features reflect the natural diversity of the south of France. The nature of the province of Provence is characterized by extensive flower meadows, huge lavender fields, hot Mediterranean sun and calm natural colors.
The color palette of nature, the way of life in a fishing village on the seashore are reflected in the main colors and finishing materials.
Color spectrum
Interior design in the Provencal style is performed using a specific color scheme:
- Pastel colors. There are no flashy, bright colors in the design of the premises. Preference is given to white, blue, blue, beige tones. For decor and accents, delicate shades of pink, green, light brown are used.
- Lavender color. All shades of lavender are the basis for the Provence style. Lavender, despite its saturation, gives the room depth and volume, as if conveying the smell of lavender.
- Floral motifs individual elements. Bright accents in the interior are achieved through the use of decor with a floral pattern. For decor, images of small wild flowers of red, blue, orange, purple hues with a lot of greenery or large flowers of saturated bright colors are chosen.
Floral decor is used in textiles and small accessories, as well as on the lampshades of lighting fixtures.
The color scheme of soothing shades is business card Provence style. The color scheme of the interior design in this style gives the rooms romance and lightness, filling the space with light and air.
materials
The design of a country house is based on eco-design in order to maintain the unity of housing with the environment. Provence style meets all the requirements of ecological design. Provence is characterized by the use of natural materials in the interior and exterior of the house:
- Natural tree. Wooden beams under the ceiling, painted or cleaned, timber of various types of wood for creating wall portals and zoning the room, log cabins of the walls with the preservation of the texture of solid wood, parquet for flooring - all this is typical of the French wood style.
- Brick. To decorate the premises of this style, it is common to use individual elements of the wall with rough brickwork, painted in pastel colors, while maintaining the texture.
- Ceramic tile. Matte tiles with geometric patterns or floral patterns are used for decorative wall panels and as flooring.
- Dye. For interior and exterior work, paint is used that allows the surface to breathe. She doesn't fade in the sun.
- Wallpaper. Thick wallpaper is used for wall decor various kinds: non-woven, paper, textile.
Finishing
When choosing a French style for finishing a country house, special attention should be paid to the exterior of the building. Facade of a country house wooden frame with terrace or veranda, decorated flower pots and light curtains, will take its residents to the Mediterranean village. Wall logs can be covered with a protective transparent coating or painted with paint.
Contrasting elements of frames, railings, doors are required.
The facade of a brick or stone house in the Provence style is veneered natural stone or tiles resembling a savage, but, river pebbles. A certain part of the facade can be plastered and painted in pastel colors.
A two-story Provence-style country house is best done with a small balcony, which should definitely be decorated with pots of ampelous flowers.
The alley to the house and the entrance are equipped with lamps and lanterns with forging elements or carved wooden elements. In the design of an old house, it is better to keep the aged elements of the facade. For example, window frames should not be restored, but forged elements, columns and balusters should be cleaned and left in place.
Such vintage elements are indispensable components of the facade of a French-style house.
The interior decoration of a country house in the Provence style is carried out using natural materials. french style in interior decoration requires a variety of approaches. In one room you can combine rough brick wall with light light wallpaper on other surfaces. For wall decoration interesting solution are portals and wall panels, which are separated by cornices, framed with boards and log cabins. The background of the portal is selected several tones darker than the main color of the walls.
For the living room and hallway of a country house, designers recommend placing white panels made of lining or plastic on the walls, imitating the texture of natural wood.
Doors and window frames should be wood painted in white or pastel colors. In a Provence-style interior, a door can become a bright accent if painted in deep shades of brown, green or lavender.
Modern technologies production allow the use artificial materials(for example, plastic) with an imitation of a wooden texture.
The ceiling in interior design is painted white, but the best option will keep the floor beams in sight. If it is difficult to leave the floor beams in plain sight, you can fix the imitation of beams made of wood or polyurethane foam.
Stretch ceiling Provence style is not typical.
The floor of a country house is also finished with natural materials: board, laminate, parquet. New flooring uses artificial aging technology parquet board. For a warm floor, matte tiles with a small floral or geometric pattern are well suited.
Situation
After the exterior decoration of the facade of the house and repairs inside the rooms, the French-style interior is complemented with furniture and decor items. Furniture in Provence style for a country house is not only beautiful, light, but also multifunctional. It can be open shelves for decorative ornaments, wardrobes, boxes for storing linen and blankets built into the bed, glazed sideboards and cupboards for storing dishes. The color scheme of the furniture is chosen in the main colors characteristic of the Provence style. Furniture is preferably made from natural materials.
wooden frame furniture is decorated with carved elements, curved legs, which gives the effect of lightness even to a massive bed or sofa.
Forged elements in furniture are another invariable attribute of the Provence style. Particularly advantageous in a country house looks metal in bronze, metal components with a copper coating. To decorate the room, you can choose both fully metal forged furniture and combined frame materials (for example, a combination of wood and metal).
Upholstery upholstered furniture in the Provence style is performed in light, pastel colors. The use of textiles with bright floral patterns is typical for the French interior; embossing in the form of flowers on the upholstery fabric to match the main textile is also acceptable.
Decor
The selection of accessories is the final stage in creating the interior of rooms in the Provence style. In general, the romantic French style is complemented by decorative ceramic figurines, caskets, ceramic or crystal vases. Bouquets in vases or flowers in pots add rustic flair. Dried bouquets hung from the ceiling or standing in vases will become a universal floral decoration.
Textiles are especially important for the Provence style: bedspreads, tablecloths, curtains and tulle with lambrequins, soft decorative pillows, tapestry panels or paintings.
The walls of a country house in the living room or kitchen-dining room will be organically decorated with vintage frames with photographs, paintings depicting flower meadows or lavender fields. Frescoes and wall panels framed by plaster or wooden cornices will create additional volume and make the space of the room embossed. Glass lampshades of chandeliers, glazing of cabinets are often made using the technique of mosaic or stained glass.
Such decorative elements fill the room with a play of light, refracting the sun's rays.
Lighting
The French-style interior is filled with light and bright highlights. Floor-to-ceiling French windows and glazed doors should not only offer a panoramic view of the beautiful nature surrounding the country house, but also let in as much sunlight as possible. In rooms with windows facing the shady side, and for lighting at night, a variety of light sources are used that perform several functions. Lighting fixtures in the Provence style are not only lamps, but also an element of decor.
For this style, designers suggest using several light sources that will help illuminate the room, zone the room, and also add light accents to certain decor elements.
The lighting elements in the Provence style interior are as follows:
- Chandeliers. The Provence style is characterized by the use of chandeliers with lampshades made of fabric, glass, ceramics with floral painting. The classic shape of the lampshade dome (round, oval, multifaceted) is better suited here. The base of the chandeliers is a separate work of art, which can be made of carved wood, metal using the technique of manual or stamped industrial forging. Vintage crystal chandeliers beautifully refract light and complement the room with multi-colored highlights. In such models, open lamps in the form of candles are used.
- Wall sconces and lamps. Smaller sources create a directional light beam, emphasizing the fine details of the interior. Sconces and lamps create an atmosphere of comfort and homely warmth on winter evenings, give the interior an intimate and romantic mood. The color palette and additional lighting materials should echo the main light source - the chandelier, and be made in a single solution.
- Spotlights. Mounted spot lighting does not have a decorative function, but allows you to illuminate dark rooms with small windows of complex geometric shape or with low ceilings in which the use of a lampshade chandelier is not possible. The body of spotlights is chosen in a neutral color or painted in the colors of the walls or ceiling.
