Mixing, competent arrangement of several styles, various objects that would seem impossible to use in one room is eclectic in the interior. At home decoration, eclecticism is chosen by people who are enthusiastic, versatile, people with unconventional views, travelers, and fans of antiques. Those individuals who do not accept the framework - prefer eclecticism.
The free combination of style suggests a relaxed and cozy atmosphere, therefore eclecticism is often chosen for the design of pubs and restaurants. The style looks good in the design of residential buildings and apartments, in different rooms (living room, kitchen, bedroom, office, hallway, bathroom).
The history of the appearance of style
The name "eclecticism" comes from the Greek "chosen one". Popular today, the style appeared in the 19th century (1830-1890 - the dawn years of style). The colonial era determined the natural distribution of style throughout the world; the colonialists from Spain, Portugal, France, Britain, creating their settlements, tried to recreate the familiar atmosphere of their homeland. This is how traditional styles for colonizing countries were mixed with traditional ones for local residents. Eclecticism was especially popular in the territory of America, and the Art School of Paris gave it a style of grace and contributed to its rapid development.
Eclecticism has become a kind of answer to the questions of the avant-garde artists of the 20th century, who were faced with the inability to come up with something radically new in interior design, constantly drawing parallels with existing styles of interiors, finding references to cultures of different nations. Thus, borrowing the cultural characteristics of India, China, and the peoples of Africa for later introduction into a more familiar environment was an interesting idea for designers of that time. Such freedom in the design of the premises is popular among modern designers, eclecticism is still relevant.
General characteristics of the style
At its core, eclecticism is not a separate, independent style, it is mixing, multicomponent. The peculiarity of this design direction is a combination of congenial stylistics or cardinally opposite things, the old - the antique and the new - the modern, the echo of the cultures of the West and the East.
The main features that characterize an eclectic design:
- combining elements from different styles, eras by a common texture, color or architectural solution;
- decor that combines various objects of the interior;
- a combination of old and new, where functionality and comfort prevail;
- harmonious combination of several styles (it is rational to use a maximum of three);
- use of various materials (glass, iron, wood, stone, textiles);
- abundance of items;
- a large number of textiles and draperies, with unusual patterns, ornaments, textures.
When choosing eclecticism for the design of a room, it is worthwhile to dwell on a maximum of three styles, the line between sensible mixing and ridiculous, ridiculous kitsch is very thin. In order to prevent kitsch and the effect of habitat in a junk shop, it is very important not to neglect the combination of interior elements.
Basic rules of interior design
It seems that eclecticism is a mixture of everything, in fact, these are carefully selected interior elements that complement each other, emphasize the individuality of each individual subject. In eclecticism one can mix both traditional classics, retro, baroque, ethnic style, and modern high-tech, modern. You can create a harmonious interior by following the rules:
- All items need to be combined so that the room was cozy. Eclecticism is not chaos, souvenirs from different countries will look good here, antique things, but not a broken chair that requires restoration.
- The sizes of objects must harmoniously relate to each other. Large objects will serve as a good background, small objects are well defined to the fore.
- Contrast. You can apply similar styles, but the method of playing on contrasts is brighter, more interesting. So antique frilly table can make a great pair of modern chair, made in the technique of patchwork.
- The limit on the number of styles. Combining more than three styles is a difficult task even for professional designers.
- Restriction on the number of colors. More than 4 colors harmoniously combine in the same room is problematic. In addition, with the help of color it is easiest to reduce the styles used, objects of different eras, to a single whole.
- The use of a large number of textile parts (pillows, napkins), objects on the walls (photographs, paintings).
Color spectrum
The choice of color palette eclectic design occupies a special place. A single color of the decor will help to "make friends" elements of different styles. It is better to stop the choice of background colors in neutral shades, diluting them with bright accent details. Walls and ceilings are painted in pastel, unobtrusive tones; one wall is allowed to be decorated in a contrasting color. It looks good use of textiles, painted with shades of the same color, both bright and contrast, and in soothing colors.
And yet there are no special rules when choosing a color, it all depends more and more on the preferences of the owners. It should be noted that eclecticism welcomes the use of natural natural shades (gray, beige, brown). When playing with color, you do not need to be afraid of experiments, considering the amount of time that people spend indoors, giving preference to soothing tones for the design of rooms where the hosts or guests are for a long time.
Choice of furniture
The choice of furniture for an eclectic interior style is the moment of the meeting of epochs, elements of modern and retro. In such an interior will look good vintage items. You can safely restore the old dressing table, dressing tables, chairs, cabinets to fit into the room and combine with modern objects.
Mixing vintage and new, upholstered furniture optimally choose modern - comfortable, functional. You can choose quilted options, give preference to sofas on legs, play with shapes and sizes, the benefit of the upholstered furniture market is filled with a large number of options.
Furniture can be made of a variety of materials. You can combine glass tables with wooden chairs, massive headsets with weightless metal stools. Selecting furniture from different materials and eras you need to remember about the general, color or texture, ornament or form.
Decor and details
Eclectic décor can be completely different, including travel souvenirs, statues, statues, vases, textile elements (napkins, pillows), carpets, rugs, table lamps, paintings, photographs on the walls. The decor can be a contrast to the basic decoration of the room or repeat colors, textures. The decor can be created from different materials: wooden figurines and metal vases, faience dolls and dishes, fresh flowers and plants will perfectly fit into the interior.
A special place when decorating an eclectic room is the design of windows. It is appropriate massive curtains of expensive fabrics (velvet, silk), the use of jewelry, grabs, restriction acts only a wealth of imagination.
Interesting can look various lamps and chandeliers, vintage crystal or metal in the style of high-tech.
Wall and ceiling decoration
Neutral colors and shapes usually predominate in the decoration of the ceiling, although it is allowed to erect two-level ceilings and stucco elements, gilding, if one of the mixed styles is classical or baroque. It is possible to use ceiling metal structures or wooden beams if the loft style is mixed.
In the decoration of the walls it is permissible to use completely different materials, techniques:
- wallpaper (paper, fabric, non-woven, metallized), their combination;
- tile (for example, a popular Portuguese tile with ornaments);
- wooden panels;
- decorative plaster;
- painting walls;
- bricks.
Since the walls are important in creating the atmosphere of the room, with a possible variety of textures, it is better to choose calm colors of the walls. In eclecticism, various mirrors, paintings, photographs often fasten on the walls, they can differ dramatically, but they can be combined with the main color of the image or the design of the frames.
Wall painting, graffiti, airbrushing in an eclectic interior are very appropriate. So, with the help of painting, you can add a touch of Provence to the room or, by inflicting graffiti, add a pop art object.
Living room interior
Such a cozy and comfortable style, very well suited for the design of rooms, rooms where there are evenings with the household, reception. Depending on preferences, you can combine styles such as loft and pop art, baroque and classicism, use the boho style - the classic style of eclecticism.
Upholstered furniture can become the basis of the interior of the living room, which accessories and vintage elements (massive chests of drawers, cabinets, shelves, cupboards) will advantageously dilute. When choosing upholstered furniture, special attention is paid to the forms and texture of textiles. In the living room is appropriate to use sofas made of velvet or leather.
Well this direction of design is so that you can assemble both expensive items and budget options. Regardless of the material possibilities, the owners can create an interesting, unique design.
Bedroom interior
It is very correct to draw one stylistic line in all rooms of an apartment or house. Eclectic is appropriate when designing the bedroom. A variety of rich textures, velvet, crystal, combined with modern cabinets and carpet will make the bedroom a container of romance. Modern mirrored ceilings or walls highlight the pretentiousness of a vintage bed with a headboard upholstered in velvet. If the bedroom is female or belongs to a married couple, then a multitude of details and details loved by women will help to create a successful mixed interior.
Fans of high-tech and minimalism can move away from rather cold stylistic preferences, choosing a bedroom based on these styles, but adding interesting ethnic elements or adding things from the style of pop art.
The main thing in the design of the bedroom is not to overload it with details too much, so that the atmosphere of the room contributes to relaxation, and before going to bed the brain does not begin to focus attention on many details. To decorate a wall with a large number of images is the one that is located at the head of the head, the style will be respected, and a large number of details are not intrusive.
The interior of the kitchen and dining room
The eclectic interiors of the kitchen or dining room look very nice and harmonious. A massive classic-style wooden kitchen set and tiles with ethnic patterns, Parisian light Provence and a rough large dining table on which you can place embroidered napkins characteristic of Provence colors - examples of eclecticism in the kitchen, dining room.
There will be no problems with the functionality of the kitchen floors, in eclecticism the flooring is represented by different materials:
- laminate;
- parquet;
- corkwood;
- tile.
The tiles can be used to decorate the floor in the cooking zone, and the dining area can be decorated with warmer wood options.
For the kitchen and the dining room, it is better to pick up textiles that are easy to care for, velvet will not be so good here, but the decor and upholstery made of flax, cotton, leather and eco-leather are perfect. The ability to use a variety of materials to create eclecticism gives a wide range of objects that are simple to keep clean.
Conclusion
Eclecticism makes it possible to deviate from the rules, to give all family members the opportunity to contribute to the design of the dwelling, to use details that they like, but belong to different stylistics and are alien to the single chosen style.
With seeming randomness, this style involves planning and a permanent order, the minimally scattered things will make the room ridiculous, so the house or city apartment, decorated in this style, must be kept in order.
Observing the rules for creating an eclectic room - beautiful, harmonious and literate, you can not think where to remove the souvenirs from various trips, they will perfectly fit into the overall picture of the room. This style allows the beloved old things to get a second life, gives a unique feeling of home, this not "sleek" comfort.
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