The design of a loft-style house is quite popular today, although its appearance is associated with the middle of the last century. At that time, it was not uncommon for successful artists, musicians, actors or any other representatives of creative professions to rent industrial premises (like a warehouse, a manufactory, a factory workshop). They designed their dwelling accordingly, hence the general trend in architecture and interior design.
Guest room in loft style. The main indicator of style can be called metal pipes that run through the entire living room.
The spacious living room in the loft style is notable for properly organized space, which is conditionally divided into a dining area and a rest area.
The wall in the living room is decorated in accordance with the loft style. Bricklaying is one of the most popular elements.
In this article, read:
- 1 The main characteristics of this style
- 1.1 Distinctive features of such houses
- 1.2 Floor, ceiling and walls in the interior
- 1.3 Which furniture to choose?
- 2 Multifaceted loft in the interior. Video
- 3 Style loft in the interior. Photo Gallery
The main characteristics of this style
The concept appeared from the English word "loft", which means "loft", so the creators of this style wanted to emphasize the deliberate negligence of finishing the "old" walls and floor in combination with beautiful, stylish furniture.
Modern loft-style houses are characterized by the same large space with high ceilings, well-lit, but there are practically no partitions. We can say that anyone can design an interior in the style of a loft, even if he does not have too much money after buying a property. The peculiarity of this style is that for its creation it is not necessary to buy many expensive pieces of furniture or accessories in order to decorate the interior. In the course can go everything that the owner of the country house will like: from old clothes hangers to elements of minimalism and graffiti on the walls. The main thing at the same time is not to disturb the general impression of a free space filled with light and open space.
Snow-white living room in studio apartment in loft style. A successful solution for people of creative mindset who like to break the framework of everyday life.
Kitchen in loft style in the house of a famous artist.
A wall of brickwork is noteworthy. Lighting is also matched to the loft style.
Distinctive features of such houses
I must say that the designs of houses in the style of the loft are different from other strict geometric forms of the facade. However, upon reconsideration of the house it can be found that this is a deceptive impression, and on other sides the building structure can have a lot of protrusions and various niches. Internal filling, i.e. The interior of the house is almost always finished with natural materials, but in rather contrasting combinations. So, the walls decorated with a bricklaying, can adjoin to glass panels, and the uneven floor collected from "old" boards, successfully emphasize comfort and softness of a leather sofa in a drawing room.
By the way, the topic of zoning in such a house is extremely relevant. At the same time, when planning an interior in loft style, it is supposed to use the minimum number of partitions. Instead, designers often use podiums, color and light division of space. In addition, the style of the loft involves the introduction of interior parts such as pipes along the walls or under the ceiling, wires, ventilation grilles and openings. Traditional materials for finishing the room for this style can be called aluminum and plastic surfaces, solid leather furniture.
Decoration of the living room in loft style. For decor, materials imitating a metal surface are used.
Guest room in the loft style is the ideal solution for a person who is free and creative.
Rough finishing of the ceiling, masonry walls, furniture from metal pipes - each element of the interior is matched to the style of the loft.
A stylish kitchen in loft style is not overloaded with details. A functional and practical kitchen set divides the space into a working and dining area.
Floor, ceiling and walls in the interior
Especially much controversy is caused by the finish of the ceiling, because, according to the name of the style, it is supposed to make it beveled, divided beams or other partitions. At the same time, no matter in what color range the rest of the interior is formed, the ceiling is most often painted in gray or similar shades. Opinions converge in only one: the ceilings should be high, ideally at least three meters in height.
If the design of the house is made in the strength of the loft, the floors in it will most likely be made of the simplest and most accessible materials.
Kitchen in loft style with well-chosen furniture.
Stylish kitchen in a modern loft style. For registration mostly light shades were used, from which the room becomes spacious and bright.
Guest room in a big house in southern Italy. Panoramic windows let in the living room a sufficient amount of light. In keeping with the loft style, the wall is finished with natural stone.
It may be an old board with traces of former painting or massive unpainted boards, treated only by a pair of layers of clear lacquer. In addition, if the interior assumes an industrial theme, sex can support this direction. With the help of matte gray tiles or linoleum in the color of concrete, the impression of an abandoned factory or production hall remains. For those who do not like such a cardinal approach, you can confine yourself to the brushed parquet, which will not spoil the interior in loft style.
The main feature of the walls is their invisibility, because they should only serve as a backdrop for the rest of the environment, and especially for bright details designed to emphasize the entire interior of the room. Often one of the walls is decorated with a large photograph or picture, which is framed by a thin, low-key baguette.
The kitchen set is bright purple - an unusual solution for loft style.
Correctly selected furniture for the living room in loft style. Attention attract creative chairs bright blue.
What furniture to choose?
The lack of many walls leads to the fact that isolated rooms are only bedrooms, a bathroom, a dressing room, etc. But the living room, kitchen, office - all these zones are seen quite well. However, it can not be said that each of the listed territories is loaded with excess furniture. On the contrary, if there is a sofa in the living room, then, most likely, it will be the main object inscribed in the interior of this zone.
It is the sofa that many designers consider one of the main accents of loft style. It can be light shades or on the contrary - bright intense color. Leather or with expensive textile coating, but it is important that it is large enough and ergonomic. Under no circumstances should this area be loaded with cabinets and other furniture. It is perfectly permissible to supplement the recreation area with appliances in the form of a plasma, a music center or a cinema. By the way, in loft style it is not customary to place furniture under the walls. All furniture, including a kitchen set and appliances, is taken out to the center of the room. Separate the living room and kitchen area helps the bar, and especially elegant is the use in the kitchen interior of the old elements of furniture or appliances. In this case, as a rule, a lot of space under the kitchen is not given. It is rather a place for fast heating up of food, than for serious culinary delights.
Children's room in the loft style is a unique solution for a modern teenager.
Design project for a cozy living room in loft style. The decoration of the walls of stone is harmoniously combined with soft soft-purple furniture.
The covering of floors and walls imitates a rough finish. The ceilings of wood are combined into a common composition with furniture. A lucky variation of the loft style in the living room.
The combination of steel tableware and cutlery in the surroundings of wooden and marble surfaces is considered a success, in order to emphasize the basic premise of loft style - the combination of old and new in one room. It is considered especially glamorous to use in the kitchen a massive hood that creates the appearance of old pipes of the ventilation system. It is very important that in this area there is good lighting, which can be created with fluorescent lamps located on the ceiling.
To finish the bedroom will require even less decor. The main thing that will characterize exactly the loft is the minimalist style of the bed, complemented by a mirrored wardrobe in the whole wall, opposite the window. Sometimes you can dilute the minimalism with black and white photographs or monochrome sketches. Most often, the bedroom is fenced off from the living room with a partition. The material for the partition can be anything: from the brick wall to the frosted glass. A separate nuance and business card of this style can be considered the absence of curtains on the windows. Large, clean, uncovered windows allow sunlight to illuminate the room as much as possible, and in the evening there are lamps for this purpose.
Fixtures can be presented in a variety of styles: from a luxurious crystal chandelier to minimalistic pendant lamps, close to the style of hi-tech. In addition to them, the interior can be supplemented with an artificial or natural fireplace, shelves with books, statuettes, modern candlesticks. Still not bad look great plants in tubs, with large leaves, a wall clock, a basket for the press. Arrangement of the workplace is best done near the window, but not under the wall. In some cases, it makes sense to raise the office area on the podium to separate from the general space of the house. If the house is two-story, the staircase leading to the second floor will perfectly fit into the loft style. But, even if the house does not have a second floor, the decorative staircase, even if it does not fulfill its basic function, will be very appropriate.
The main requirement of the loft style is the maximum room illumination. Therefore, a living loft with properly selected lighting is the best example.
Kitchen in loft style in a large country house.
The arrangement of the bathroom is characterized by black and white or gray colors, with coarse untreated wall surfaces. Complement their chrome parts, such as a heated towel rail or accessories, as well as glass panels. Very often, this style is a success for young people, and it does not matter how much they are financially secured. Design in the loft style can not only house, but also a one-room apartment. Moreover, today many manufacturers of finishing materials have special offers for loft style. If desired, you can find dedicated to this style wallpaper, plaster, special floor coverings and more. The main thing is to show imagination and leave as much space and light as possible, without cluttering up the living space. You can say that the loft is a style for those who are in love with the city and can not imagine their life without a metropolis.
A creative atmosphere reigns in the living room in a loft style. Bright accents make the room cozy and warm.
Design project for the living room in loft style. An excellent option for urban apartments.
