Every era has its own style, its ownideas about beauty and comfort. Nobody will tell you why these ideas change. But this is precisely why fashion is fickle, this is precisely why the things around us become old-fashioned or outdated over time. And our home is no exception. What seemed ultra-fashionable and super-popular yesterday is no longer relevant today. And the reason for this is the change in fashion trends in interior design. Having succumbed to the trends of the times, we begin to urgently remodel our homes, looking for a suitable modern style and matching furniture and accessories. And if everything is clear with the living room or kitchen, then problems arise with decorating the bedroom in a modern style. Somehow we have already gotten used to the traditional look of this room and to an equally traditional set of furniture. And yet... Still, we really want a fashionable interior and a modern style. But the bedroom cannot stand out from the general fashionable mood of the house, can it? Therefore, you need to decorate the bedroom interior in a modern style. But how can this be done? And what are modern interior design styles in general? What should modern bedroom interiors look like? Let's figure it out.
Features of a modern bedroom
Let's notice right away that there are some special onesThere are no stylistic requirements for the design of a bedroom in modern interior design. At the customer's request, the designer can choose any style. However, there is one peculiarity. The main condition of modern bedrooms is full compliance with their functional purpose. Even if, due to circumstances and the size of the apartment, it is necessary to combine the bedroom, for example, with an office or a dressing room, this room should be, first of all, a place to rest. And another requirement for modern bedroom design is the maximum possible release of space. Unnecessary details and interior items, excessive decor and bright colors are not welcomed. Modern bedroom interiors are usually maintained in calm tones, and a monochrome or two-color solution is used in their design. No, of course, this does not mean that there is no place for any other colors in the bedroom. It's just that only one or two colors in all the variety of their shades should be dominant. Much attention is paid to lighting design. Various backlights are welcomed: ceiling, wall, floor. And especially advanced designers even offer furniture lighting. Preference is given to natural finishing materials, as well as a single stylistic solution.
Modern interior styles
Fashion, naturally, dictates its own terms. In interior design, fashion trends also change, trends arise that determine the direction of design and the choice of style. The most popular today are:
- minimalism,
- Art Deco,
- ekostyle,
- techno,
- high tech,
- Contemporary,
- pop Art,
- Art Nouveau.
What do they represent?
- Modern
Its history dates back to the end of the nineteenth century.Known under the names: Art Nouveau, Liberty, Jungendstil, Secession. Characteristic features of this style for bedroom decoration: forged and metal furniture elements (or all furniture: a bed, for example), ornamental or plant patterns, natural motifs. Preferred finishing materials: decorative plaster, textured wallpaper, solid board or parquet. Of the additional interior items, carpets on the floor, carpet-woven or tapestry paintings on the walls will be appropriate.
- Art Deco
Appeared at the beginning of the twentieth century.The style is based on the principles of cubism, neoclassicism and aviation design. The living space is built around the compositional center (for the bedroom, this is the bed). The interior is designed in accordance with strict geometry. The furniture is characterized by massiveness, dark colors and smooth shapes. The walls are monochromatic, painted in soft pastel colors. Bright accents of green, orange and red. Abundance of textiles and lamps.
- Pop Art
It emerged in the mid-twentieth century as a reflectiontrends of mass art. The characteristic feature of the style is outrageousness. Plastic furniture, instead of cabinets - niches or even a dressing room. Combination of several colors and textures for wall decoration, neon lighting. Additional interior items - clocks, photographs and posters, candlesticks and figurines.
- Minimalism
One of the most popular styles today.The distinctive feature is conciseness and functionality. Maximum space liberation, a minimal set of furniture, interior items of simple and geometric shapes. Both natural and metallic materials are used for finishing. Monochrome color scheme or contrasting color solutions.
- Etchikal
Maximum eco-friendliness of the interior:natural finishing materials, natural paints. The main element of the style is wood, additional ones are brick and stone. Hand-made interior details and accessories, live indoor plants, wicker furniture, natural carpets and textiles are welcome.
- High tech
A technological style that aims to useachievements of technical progress. The main feature is functionality. Color range: basic white, complemented by beige, cream, gray, black and metallic. Preference is given to textured surfaces, from natural wood to brickwork. Furniture made of metal, glass and plastic, suspended ceilings, spotlights, halogen lamps. The main decorative element is mirrors.
- Contemporary
A very young direction in interior design.The style's goals are to make the room comfortable and functional. The style is unpretentious and accessible to almost everyone. The furniture is not distinguished by designer delights, but it is maximally functional. The color scheme of the room is to the taste of its inhabitants. Finishing materials are natural and artificial. In general, contemporary is the most democratic of all modern styles. In addition, in modern interior design for the bedroom, experts recommend retro style, industrial style and even kitsch. As we have already said, there are no clear recommendations on this matter. If your bedroom is decorated in an ethnic or classic style, it will still be modern, provided that it is uncluttered and functional. And if you use fashion trends, then you can safely call your bedchamber modern.
Fashion Trends
What is fashionable today in the design and decoration of a bedroom?
- Suspended and stretched ceilings. It is relatively affordable, modern and aesthetic.
- Beds-podiums. Fashionable and functional: the bottom space of such a podium is replaced by a cabinet or chest of drawers.
- Beds in the niches. Actual for a children's bedroom and a room with one owner. Use the niches provided for in the project or else they are erected additionally.
- Wardrobe and toilet rooms in the bedroom. The implementation of this trend is possible only if the room is large enough. If the bedroom is small, then it is worthwhile to confine yourself to a spacious closet.
- Handmade. Handmade products today are at the peak of popularity. Therefore, for sleeping steel fashionable patchwork bedspreads, knitted plaids, handmade decorative panels.
- Non-standard furniture. Glass tables and shelves, inflatable beds and metal shelving-partitions will make your bedroom fashionable and modern.
- Multilevel ceilings and floors. Do not lose relevance for several years and, most likely, for a long time will be in vogue.
- Built-in light. To replace the trendy in the recent past floor lamps, sconces and lamps on the bedside tables, dot lights and neon lights.
- Ecological compatibility. Finally, we began to appreciate the natural materials used in interior design. Wood and cork, bamboo and sisal slowly and surely replace plastic and synthetic materials from our homes. For a bedroom - this is the most "useful" trend.
As you can see, there is nothing difficult in creationthere is no modern bedroom interior. It is enough to make a small cosmetic repair, get rid of junk (or restore furniture) and take into account the requirements of a certain style. And let your home be cozy and comfortable. Believe me, this can be achieved without much material costs, which, however, cannot be said about time and mental strength. Everything is in our hands. Good luck!
