Advertisements for products targeted atfamily consumption, show their heroes in an environment where white predominates. This allows the advertising character to be idealized: he has a perfectly clean white house, strikingly white clothes and a dazzling white-toothed smile. Such videos seem to be imbued with purity and innocence, family values and happiness. You can't help but envy the heroes of the ads! Designers have been interested in white since the early twenties of the last century, but this trend has not lost its relevance to this day. Let's talk about how to properly decorate the interior of a house using white. Despite the fact that we all very often encounter white in everyday life, it is not as simple as it seems. Its useful qualities are difficult to overestimate:
- neutrality
- ability to highlight bright details
- the possibility of visually "pushing" the walls of the room
Advantages and disadvantages of white color
The color white has symbolism.It is enough to remember the white dress of the bride (as a symbol of innocence), the white clothes of the clergy (as a symbol of holiness and celebration). Some associate white with wealth and luxury: snow-white yachts and luxurious white limousines, blindingly white furniture covers and tablecloths at gala receptions. In politics, white is used as a symbol of peace and goodwill; in the Middle Ages, knights emphasized generosity and supreme will with white symbols. In the East, white is used to denote both mourning and grief, as well as the beginning of a new path. The special significance of white lies not only in its symbolism, but also in its interesting properties:
- White is used as the best base for a variety of colors, because by adding it you can change the brightness of all tones.
- White color is perfectly combined with absolutely all colors and serves as a beautiful background.
- The shades of white are different in properties: they can be both cold and warm.
The main disadvantage of white color is thatconfuses those who want to use it, is its ability to show the slightest dirt. At the same time, white in the interior wins over black in other advantages: it hides traces of dust and fingerprints. Do not limit your desire to have white furniture in the house: furniture covers that can be removed and cleaned can help you. Positive aspects of a white interior:
- It is an excellent base for all styles.
- Ideal for small spaces (corridor, bathroom), as visually "pushing" the walls.
- Perfectly reflects light, and therefore suitable for dark rooms.
- It is not fashionable and is always popular.
- It looks good in different materials and on different surfaces.
- Perfectly matches with any textures and materials.
Variations in the shades of white
White color has a huge variety of shades.Therefore, before you start changing the design of your apartment, carefully select the tones of furniture, walls, lighting fixtures. Otherwise, you risk getting the effect of a "hospital ward" or simply an inexpressive environment. There is no need to try to paint all the details white, since contrasts also add style to the interior.
Creme Brulee Bedroom Delicate Shades of WhiteSoft fabrics and pastel colors complement well. For example, natural fabrics and materials such as linen, light wood, leather, and natural stone go well with ivory. By choosing this design, you achieve a feeling of complete peace.
ivory living room Cream isa variation of white with a yellow tint. Creates an antique effect. Dark wood, rich brown and stone color look good with it. This shade is loved by owners of pastry shops and cafes: it creates a feeling of comfort, warmth and is not easily soiled.
cream bedroom bright shades of white(snow-white) belong to the cold range and look a little aggressive. Cold shades should be used with caution, as they can destroy the cozy atmosphere of the room.
snow-white living room with bright accents ToTo create a harmonious and elegant personal style, experiment with a combination of white and silver. A masculine interior style can be created with options for a white composition with steel and glass details.
men's bedroom:combination of white and gray The play on the contrast of white and black resembles a chessboard or a zebra. This combination looks quite strict and is used more in offices and other public spaces. However, there are fans of this combination who associate it with the story of little Alice in Wonderland. In this case, it is worth softening the severity with an abundance of living plants, fluffy and soft fabrics that will add life to an ascetic home.
black and white interior Add energy and drive tobright accents will help in the interior, which can be safely used to create an elevated mood. This trick is used when creating an environment in ethnic and youth style and is very popular in Europe.
dining room with bright accents White interiorfills the house with beauty and refinement. It seems that in such a room it becomes easier to breathe, and the mood involuntarily rises. Dare and create your own ideas that will help make the room beautiful and memorable!
