Refined Rococo style in the interior

The Rococo style belongs to France, the beginning of the 18th century, in translation it means decorative shells and pebbles, and represents extreme sophistication and sophistication. Its main characteristic features are dynamic and asymmetric forms, an abundance of decorative elements in the interior, including graceful ornaments, as well as the predominance of pastel shades, most of which are used in combination of white with pink, blue or green. Well, of course, you can not do here without a golden hue. The style itself in its philosophy resembles a carnival game.

Wall decoration

For decorating walls in the Rococo style, intricate curved shapes and fractional ornaments are usually used. In addition, thin relief frames (carved or stucco) are practiced. In general, all kinds of curls and weaves are very welcome. Often the walls are decorated with fabric wallpaper. If painting walls is used, it is still recommended to give them a little shine, and for this you can use silk or glossy fabric. As for the stucco molding, it should be in abundance, moreover, white or gold.

Ceiling decoration

The ceiling in this case, ideally, should be monophonic, but again, with the decor in the form of stucco, covered with gilding or just white. Quite often, a technique is used in which the ceiling is a continuation of the wall, using transitional patterns. The angle between the ceiling and the wall can be smoothed out using a smooth transition of a semicircular shape, decorated with a delicate ornament (paduga). It is very good to use a thematic mural as a decorative decoration for the ceiling.

Floor decoration

For the Rococo style, ceramic flooring (for example, marbled flooring) and just a wooden floor are equally characteristic, as well, the choice of parquet is huge now. The only thing left is to decide on the size of the floorboard, the number of stripes on the laminate or the size of the tile and color, based on the interior design. By the way, the glossy surface of the floor will enhance the effect of whiteness or golden glitter of furniture. Skirting boards of any height should be curved along the profile. Carpets are also appropriate here, although they occupy a small part of the total area of the room.

Furniture

Rococo furniture should be comfortable, but not very large. Its characteristic feature is the complete exclusion of straight lines. Cozy sofas, armchairs, chairs, chaise lounges and even double sofas (bergers) can be used. Very popular couches, canapes and benches. Furniture should have a wavy decor, curved legs

and upholstery with a whimsical ornament such as a winding vine, diamond-shaped mesh or flower garland. Be sure to have a lot of gilded bronze in the upholstery. In general, upholstered furniture in the interior should be abundant.

The materials from which furniture was made during the Rococo era are, as a rule, walnut and linden, as they lend themselves perfectly to fine carvings. Among other things, the interior in this style will be perfectly decorated with such furniture items as a cardboard box (this is a paper cabinet), a secretary (this is something connecting a desk with a chest of drawers), as well as a gridon table (for one vase, figurine or ashtray). A chest of drawers, varnished, with a wavy facade will fit perfectly. Upholstered furniture can be placed not only along the walls, but also in the middle of the room. In the bedroom, you should take care of a beautiful and elegant headboard by the bed.

Accessories and decor

Regarding the decor elements - these are, of course, porcelain figurines, gilded candelabra, watches, screens, tapestries - all this is an integral part of the Rococo interior. And also in abundance there are paintings and mirrors, moreover, hanging asymmetrically. Pads and poufs should be made of silk, embroidered with embroidery appropriate to the plot. The chandelier should ideally be chosen with crystal pendants and candle-shaped bulbs. After all, in those days people used only candles

The sconce, for example, may be in the form of a sea shell or bowl. Such small accessories as different boxes, vases and figurines can be located everywhere, because Rococo style itself means creating an aquarium effect in the interior.

What you should especially pay attention to

When decorating an interior in the Rococo style, special attention should be paid to stucco molding, which in this case is found literally everywhere: framed by doors and windows, in wall spaces, in shades, etc.

In addition, a very important design element that creates the main motive of the entire room is the fireplace. It should be quite low, covered with marble tiles and necessarily completely lined with gizmos such as watches, candelabra and porcelain knick-knacks. Usually a mirror is placed above the fireplace in a rich frame with gilding, or you can hang a picture.

By the way, copies of canvases of the XVIII century era would have been very well suited by the way, moreover, they would have perfectly emphasized the Rococo style. At the same time, the themes of paintings that prevail in this style are mythology and eroticism. Portrait and landscape themes are less common.

Despite the many similarities between the Rococo style and Baroque (they are both considered royal), the main difference is that Rococo does not require such huge areas and high ceilings, because Suitable for any room. If desired, it can be used in the library, and in the office, and in the kitchen and in the bathroom. Although, of course, it should be recognized that the most organic Rococo will look in the living room, bedroom and bathroom. When decorating a living room or hall, a characteristic technique is the rounding of the walls, which are subsequently decorated with fabric wallpaper, carved panels, numerous mirrors, etc.

And further. The main thing to keep in mind is that the art of the rococo style is entirely based on asymmetry, which creates a feeling of some playful and mocking anxiety and excitement