Interior design in the country style is one of the most popular in many countries, and in each culture it has its own characteristics and differences. The unifying feature of this situation in art in all ethnic currents is the simplicity, comfort and comfort of village life. So, simple solid wooden furniture, practical household items, unpretentious decorations, as well as simple accessories for a furniture set. In this case, the significant differences in the country in the interior of different countries are mainly on the elements of the decor, as well as their number. For example, in America, the main attribute is a cowboy hat on the wall, and European countries - pottery. In a word, everything that at least somehow symbolizes the charms of village life. Despite the fact that modern technology allows you to use different techniques and devices, with this style, their presence is maximally masked to create an original country style in the interior. The technique is built in such a way that it does not stand out in a general setting.

       

Its main features in decoration

Wandering in different countries for many years, the rural image has absorbed completely different elements, as well as the traditions by which it is possible to determine which country belongs to any of its directions. At the same time, he retained a foundation in himself, which remains unchanged and it is necessary to rely on it, creating such a motive in his home.

1. The color palette refers more to natural shades. And this is olive, lavender, sand, light blue, yellow, cream, beige.
2. When decorating walls, ceilings, mostly light and dark wood are used. Do not handle modern materials, shiny metal or chrome parts.
3. Simple dishes made of clay, pottery or wood. Necessarily decorated with non-catchy floral ornament.
4. All elements of furniture, decor, accessories - are made only from natural materials. It is forbidden to trim plastic and utensils from it, cover the floor with bright linoleum or hang curtains of synthetic material on the windows.
5. A simple bed of a strict shape, only practical household items. Accessories should also be suitable for use in life.

       

Color palette for creating the environment

Interior design of this direction assumes the presence of basic background tones, as well as additional shades, which are used most often. In the list of forbidden tones, there are several shades that you do not need to add, so as not to spoil the originality of this image. For the main background, only a natural palette, gentle, light shades, which are combined with vegetative ornaments and natural patterns, are suitable. At the same time, the color palette absolutely does not welcome purple and metallic colors.

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Basic background shadows	Beige, green, sand, cream, olive, brown shades
Additional tones	dark green, blue, pink, yellow, blue, lavender shades
Forbidden Colors	silver, black, bright red and all rich colors

It should be noted that the red color in its light shades is combined with brown, but here there are only elements of the decoration of this palette. For example, a table made of dark wood can be covered with a red tablecloth with different patterns. Red shades are added to accent anything, but do not look too fast.

       

What materials are used for finishing

The style of the interior of the country implies the use of only natural natural materials in order to recreate the life of the countryman. This rule is adhered to almost all countries where this direction is widely known, but with its national decor elements, as well as the situation. The decoration of the premises is completely unnecessary plastic or shiny chrome parts. Such popular modern plastic windows, bulk floor and stretch ceiling again pass by. Among the main materials used, the following should be noted:

1. Natural wood;
2. Artificial, as well as natural stone;
3. Not glossy ceramic tiles;
4. The stone is a savage;
5. Decorative plaster;
6. Embossed paper wallpaper with natural additives;
7. Wooden parquet.

The walls and ceiling, as a rule, trim with a tree of different shades. The stone is used to decorate the walls, to decorate the fireplace and the floor. If ceramic tiles are adorned, then it is chosen with visual properties of the stone.

Often, houses with a design of this direction do not have a ceiling, but there is simply an attic space. In this case, visible wooden beams overlap, which also create a certain appearance. This option is suitable for large country houses. In a city apartment, you can use overhead beams on the ceiling, provided it is sufficiently high.

       

Furniture for furnishing

The furniture set of this type is significantly different in form and design, depending on the ethnic direction. However, the basis of which it is composed has general tendencies.

1. Furniture is made of light or dark wood.
2. Housing headset, tables, chairs and countertops can be painted with paint or a special varnish.
3. Quite often in the situation there are wicker furniture or old chests.
4. Welcome forged chairs, tables and tables with legs made of forged elements.
5. As a soft upholstery, leather or other natural, dense materials are used.
6. At present, the country style furniture is being made, which has artificial rubs, chips, scratches and cracks. Compared with the old, it is much cheaper.
7. To create an original country design people often buy expensive antique furniture.

In a simpler version, you can use not so old grandmother's curb, rocking chairs, wicker chairs and much more.

The main feature of the interior is simple furniture, which has strict shapes, practical placement, used for the intended purpose. It must be remembered that a heap of various chairs, shops and night stands with this motif is not welcome.

       

Features of the use of textiles

Country style in the interior of a country house or a city apartment involves the use of natural textiles with plant and other patterns. It should be noted that in this situation, various curtains with ruffles, rugs, hand-woven napkins, tablecloths, covers for upholstered furniture are widely used. In this case, the color, the ornament of the curtains and the cloaks for the sofa should be the same in the basis. Napkins, as well as towels are selected with the same pattern. It is here that the main highlight of the country's textiles is: the village mistresses of the West did not use anything for the interior, they always had items of symmetry, with the same ornament or color. Even the carpets were selected under the pattern or the upholstery pattern of the soft headset, which was very difficult to do in the conditions of village life. However, the villagers succeeded at the expense of needlework, endurance, creative approach. It is necessary to pay attention also to the color of textiles. Basically it is light natural shades with a multi-colored ornament or vegetable pattern. We used mostly natural cotton and linen fabrics. Today, it is possible to use textiles made from mixed fibers, which will have the same characteristics in appearance and quality.

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Materials for arrangement of a floor

The floor in the village house was usually made of stone or wood. All these materials have a natural basis, but are suitable for completely different rooms. For example, a bathroom or kitchen can be laid with a stone, but for a bedroom and a hall it is better to use a board that is much warmer. In this case, the stone is surrounded by a fireplace around the walls and on the floor. Currently, it is very advisable to use a ceramic tile that has a visual similarity to a stone, but has much better properties. At the same glossy surface can not be used, otherwise the atmosphere of olden days will simply be lost in modern gloss. As a wooden floor matte parquet with patterns of tree rings, knots and so on perfectly fits. For floor carpeting, you can use these options:

1. Skins of animals, including artificial specimens;
2. Carpets made of wool with a long pile;
3. Paths from wicker-thin wicker;
4. Handmade rugs;
5. Some types of carpet.

You can not add modern technology, flooring or expensive parquet with gloss. If there is no possibility to lay the floor with a board or stone, you can use a matt linoleum with a characteristic pattern of wood, knots, scratches, perennial rings. But in this case, the floor will need to be covered with coverings of natural wool or yarn, so that the interior retains its identity.

       

Than to finish walls

For the finishing of walls natural and artificial materials are used. Modern technologies allow the use of such decorative elements, which completely recreate the atmosphere of the rural motive, corresponding to the style of the country. For the decoration of walls the following materials are used:

1. Decorative plaster;
2. Liquid wallpaper with textured additives;
3. Bamboo, as well as paper wallpaper;
4. Solid logs or wooden panels;
5. Masonry;
6. Treatment of walls by chalk composition;
7. Mosaic stone of the savage;
8. Tensioning panels made of fabric.

Walls can be trimmed with one material or combined different in properties and texture. At the same time, different colors must be combined with a color or a shade. For example, a room can be decorated with light wood, and the fireplace in the center is laid with a brown stone with a certain ornament. If the walls are treated simply chalk, then next to it will look great light and dark wood as high-quality panels.

       

Decorations for the interior

The interior in this direction with their own hands allows creating an unusual cosiness and a pleasant atmosphere with the help of decorations. It should be understood that the scenery of this motive is significantly different in terms of ethnic characteristics and cultural traditions of those countries where country is widely used.

Each room has its own features with decor elements, but the common features and similarities suggest the presence of such elements:

1. The cowboy hat and accessories are used as decor.
2. Ceramic and pottery with floral ornaments is located not only in the kitchen, but also in the living room, hall, and other rooms.
3. Clay pots, vases with herbaria from flowers, painted mugs can be everywhere.
4. Forged candlesticks, bronze figurines, clay figures adorn the hall and bedroom.
5. Wicker baskets of vines, as well as other accessories decorate the kitchen, as well as other rooms.
6. Stuffed animals, birds are most often used for country style decor.
7. Napkins, towels, tablecloths with a certain ornament are always present on the table.
8. On the walls hang pictures with natural landscapes or images of birds and animals.
9. On the sofas there are small pillows or rollers.

In European countries there are differences in decorations and furniture, This is due to the fact that each culture reflects its traditions and customs in the interior.

       

What are the accents in the situation

In each country special decorations or furniture are allocated, however for creation of an interior it is possible to allocate the basic accents on which do an emphasis in any culture:

1. Fireplace with live fire and wicker furniture is always the main attribute of the rustic interior.
2. Tableware with vegetable painting is also an important decor for the accent, it can be in the kitchen or in the hall. As a rule, whole sets or sets are used, which are decomposed under a certain order.
3. In the kitchen, beautiful dishes are always in sight, according to the rules a table is served. Particularly attracting attention are unusual handmade kitchen items.
4. Stuffed animals or birds are placed on the wall near the fireplace. For a greater impression, weapons accessories may hang nearby.
5. If the furnishings of the room have the same tone of the headset or wall decoration, be sure to use bright textiles for accent. For example, on brown armchairs, as well as a sofa can be red bedspreads.
6. Curtains on windows with ruffles, curtains on the lockers necessarily correspond to the color of furniture, but they have a certain ornament with bright colors.

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Proper lighting in the house

The original interior design of the country style implies good daylight. This is due to the warm sunny climate in some regions of Europe. At the same time, lighting in the house should be bright, but warm, pleasant in appearance. You can not use white and blue lamps here. Only yellow and white colors that visually create coziness and warmth in the house will do. As a rule, ancient lamps, chandeliers on suspensions and in the form of candlesticks are used. Forged elements in decorated chandeliers are welcomed. In the atmosphere of this direction use floor lamps with fringe. Such lamps are very popular even in the modern interior, but you need to select the old versions that will best match the country interior. If we talk about the shape of lighting devices, then squares and rectangles are often used here. Very popular nightlights in the form of houses, behind the glass of which burns a candle. Such old variants can be purchased in the original, but it will be very expensive. The easiest way to find a modern version, made under the old days.

       

Differences in the types of design in different cultures

English country motif focuses on the use of fabrics everywhere: they wallow in walls, headsets, use to frame mirrors and paintings, not to mention the windows, as well as curtains on the cabinets. Bulky old bed, an abundance of velvet or other natural fabrics, discreet colors - all this reflects the essence of the interior of the country Englishmen.

       

The Italian look is distinguished by its elegance and the old expensive furniture of the house. On the premises there is a large number of arches instead of doorways, lots of wicker furniture, old musical instruments. Often, the fireplace has an arched form with a stone finish.

       

The French image of the situation is distinguished by light tones and shades, which are typical for the climate of the regions of the country. However, there is noticeable practicality in the placement of household items, as well as sets. The French women uniquely added a touch of romanticism to the country style, which is reflected in the decor items, the color palette.

       

The Swiss tandem of the interior is characterized by a minimal amount of decor items, which yet must have practical application. Light shades of the headset, severity and simplicity are the main difference in the situation in this culture.

       

The American interior is always designed for a large family, so there are many tables, beds and cabinets, a large kitchen and many household items. There is no simplicity and minimalism, sometimes in one house are collected all kinds of items that can come in handy in life.

       

The German image emphasizes practicality and reliability in everything. It is displayed in everything. The houses are always of the right shape, the bed is solid and solid, natural and strong. There is also a fireplace, as the main attribute of the house. Not infrequently German country suggests the presence of heavy forged furniture, which serves the owners for many years.

If it is good to consider all the directions of the country in the cultures, then it is possible to find not essential differences inherent in each individual people. The essence of the interior remains unchanged - natural natural materials, light shades of the house, a large fireplace in the room, solid and wicker furniture. Simplicity, comfort, practicality are peculiar to village residents, who embody the life spirit of freedom and infinite space. This style is especially popular for city dwellers who want to plunge into comfort, comfort of simple but bright life.