Oriental style in the interior - characteristics of the Oriental style (+ photos)

East is usually associated in our consciousness with wealth, magnificence, luxury, refinement and of course with the magic of Arabian fairy tales. The houses, decorated in oriental style, are very different from all popular interiors in our country. It is originality and originality that makes the eastern interior so attractive.

The main directions in the Oriental style

Bedroom with a canopy in oriental motifs

In short, the oriental style in the interior can be divided into:

• Arabic,
• Asian (Chinese, Japanese).

Each of the above areas is characterized by its own colorist and a specific set of materials used in the design of the room, which help create a unique oriental atmosphere of its kind.

Carved Arabic Furniture

So, for Arabic , many details emphasizing the whole exquisite beauty of the room:

• bright, rich colors,
• lack of straight lines and smooth surfaces;
• lack of monotonic, uniform elements;
• high vaulted ceilings;
• an abundance of lace carving, ornaments;
• a large number of fabrics (draping walls, plenty of pillows, luxurious curtains, upholstered furniture);
• an abundance of play of light.

Everything in the Arabian interior is aimed at creating an atmosphere for relaxation, rest and relaxation.

At decoration of rooms, as a rule, heavy, expensive wooden furniture, generously decorated with exquisite carvings, is used. It should be remembered that in the East, objects from ceramics, chasing, various mosaic elements, colorful patterned carpets have always been highly valued - everything that is skillfully created by hand craftsmen.

Features of the Chinese interior

For Asian style , on the contrary, is characteristic minimalism , preference in this case should be given:

1. The abundance of light;
2. The minimum load of the room with furniture and decorative elements.

Japanese-style living room

Japanese style is characterized by a restraint of colors , and the Chinese style is replete with bright colors (rich red, blue and yellow).

We offer a little closer look at the design of the room in the fabulously beautiful Arabic style, since it attracts with an abundance of bright and original details.

Zoning of the room

Furniture upholstery in the Arabic style

First thing You should start the design decoration of the room, this division of it into functional areas. In the case of arrangement of a large room, it can be divided into two separate zones:

• rest,
• food intake.

In a small room, these zones are usually combined.

In the recreation area the centerpiece is a sofa littered with lots of colorful small pillows. Before the sofa should certainly be a small table for the hookah.

In the eating area , surrounded by ottomans, it is necessary to arrange a low table filled with dishes with fruit and oriental sweets.

The main requirement for a sofa and poufs is convenience. Upholstered furniture in the east upholstered with satin or silk. If you have not purchased such furniture, then just throw a bright satin cover over it. As a low table it is quite possible to adapt, for example, a large suitcase skilfully draped with silk fabric.

Playing colors

Oriental motifs in the interior

Giving the room an oriental touch, give preference in favor of the colors of warm shades, while striving for their optimal combination. It is assumed that being in a state of peace of mind, it will be possible to dream about the future, make plans to achieve goals, conquer the hearts of interlocutors. The color scheme should create a feeling of joyful and beautiful life.

Do not forget about the presence of intricate patterns on textile materials used. The combination of patterned gold and scarlet fabrics will perfectly reflect the light of lamps, and create a playful mood. At the heart of oriental design it is best to apply yellow color - the color of warmth and solar energy. In the East, since ancient times there is an opinion about yellow color, that it stimulates creativity in a person and plunges into a state of bliss. But, remember that the yellow color does not tolerate loneliness, without a combination with delicate warm shades, it can look quite defiant. Traditionally, in the East, it is customary to combine turquoise with yellow, because turquoise framed with gold is considered the most exquisite decoration.

Color contrasts can be used when making stained glass windows on doors or table lamps.

Quite often, when decorating rooms in oriental style, a combination of yellow walls and red curtains is used. If you find it too contrasting, then you can try to soften the color scheme to peach (orange) and beige (cream) tones.

Lighting

Bedroom - Japanese Design

Properly Created Lighting is a good helper in creating the desired mood. Therefore, to decorate a room in the Arabic style, use the techniques of muted lighting.

Portieres choose from heavy dense fabric interspersed with golden threads - they will be an obstacle to the penetration of sunlight. In such a curtained dark room, it is already possible to create lighting with the help of table lamps, wall lamps, night lamps, floor lamps and candles.

Of course, such a room is hardly suitable for reading books or sewing, but for rest and relaxation it is just perfect. Just imagine a soft twilight, shrouded in an atmosphere of fabulous mystery, in which you can plunge every day after a day full of meetings and events. Undoubtedly, rest in such a room would be a pleasure!

Exquisite trivia

Oriental style bedroom

In the oriental interior, trivia play an important role. But strictly make sure that there are no random objects in the room that do not fit into a single style. It is also unacceptable to have portraits and sculptures of people.

But the ornaments opposite are only welcome. The ornament can be applied absolutely to any piece of furniture, starting with furniture with bedding and ending with tablecloths with dishes. The ceilings and walls, soft carpets, clothes, elegant jewelry adorn the most beautiful patterns.

Painted carpets with a pattern or Arabic letters are very much appreciated in the East. In the house they cover the floor and decorate the walls.

Lamps decorated with embossing and beaded threads are welcome accessories in an oriental interior. Hookah, porcelain and silver table bowls with floral ornaments, copper jugs, fruit baskets and elegant dishes for baklava and sorbet are also welcome.

With just a little imagination, if you wish, you can completely independently bring to the interior of your room an oriental fabulously unusual atmosphere.

Photos

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