Provence creates an unusually light mood in the interior of an apartment or house. The style is filled with the atmosphere of French village houses, which give incredible tranquility and unity with nature. The use of the Provence direction in the decoration of a city apartment will allow one to abstract from the hectic life of a metropolis and enjoy the feeling of peace. Provence echoes country and retro style, but has its own special charm.
Distinctive features of the style
Provence is a light and romantic style. The interior is light, simple, not overloaded with bright details. Provence and country are united by a touch of rustic chic and the coziness of a country house. Describing some of the characteristic features of the style will help bring an atmosphere of French lightness to the interior of the house.
- Use of natural materials in the interior;
- The walls are finished with plaster;
- Furniture and interior items have an aged effect;
- The ceiling is decorated with ceiling beams;
- The room is filled with light;
- Forged items of furniture and decor;
- The apartment is filled with fresh flowers and floral patterns.
In the photo, a Provence-style bedroom with a floral pattern on the wallpaper and aged wood furniture.
Style color scheme
Provence is characterized by the use of natural materials, which is reflected in the color scheme. The design of the room in the Provence style is made in light pastel colors. The atmosphere is filled with fresh air and conveys the vastness of the sea coast.
Basic colors for interior decoration: cream, white, light turquoise, lilac, pale green, lavender, pink and blue.
The entire color palette of Provence has a touch of antiquity and the imprint of the sun. In decoration and accessories, floral patterns are often used, which are also made in laconic and calm shades.
Photo in the interior of rooms in the apartment
Kitchen and dining room
The ideal option would be a combined kitchen-dining room. The walls are finished with light-colored plaster, the application is rough, with noticeable irregularities and roughness. The choice of flooring is in favor of wood, wood-look parquet and tiles.
In the photo, Provence kitchen interior with a bar in light colors.
The kitchen and the rest of the furniture are made of wood in light colors. The kitchen set will complement the backsplash made of tiles or brickwork.
The dining room will harmoniously accommodate a cupboard with glass doors, where you can put ceramic and earthenware dishes.
The interior will be complemented by a lace tablecloth, chair cushions, roman blinds or curtains and linen towels.
Provence in the bedroom
The main piece of furniture in the bedroom interior is a bed, it can be made of solid wood or have a wrought iron frame. Forging can have both a simple geometric shape and an unusual plant bend.
An abundance of fabrics, pillows and accessories looks harmonious in the bedroom. The dense material is successfully combined with weightless tulle and lace.
The interior will be complemented by a chest of drawers on graceful legs, a dressing table and bedside tables.
Living room
The Provence-style living room is filled with natural light as much as possible. Large open windows let in the sun and light up the room with comfort. The walls are finished with plaster or careless brickwork painted white, the floors are covered with parquet, stone or bleached wood. The ceiling can be decorated with wooden beams or stucco.
Clay or glass vases filled with flowers, ceramic and porcelain figurines are used as decor in the interior, a variety of pillows fill the sofa. The main accent of the hall will be a false fireplace near one of the walls; it can be made in the color of the walls or a classic white shade for Provence.
On the picture
Children
The walls of the children's room will be decorated with floral wallpaper or a light cage. Light furniture can be finished with decoupage or craquelure technique. A variety of decorative Provence accessories look harmoniously in the interior of a children's room.
Depending on the gender of the child, the textile part can be soft blue or pastel pink. A wicker basket or chest will support the style of the room and provide space for storing toys.
Bathroom and toilet
The Provence style bathroom and toilet are traditionally decorated in light colors. The tile can be plain or with a light floral pattern. Tiles with the effect of antiquity and scuffs also look harmonious. A useful function in the interior of the bathroom is performed by wicker baskets and wrought iron shelves.
The photo shows a Provence style bathroom interior with themed accessories (lavender, wicker baskets, vintage clocks, decorative cells and vintage boxes).
Hallway
An unusual interior solution will be stone wall decoration. The flooring is also made of stone or laminate. Light shades of decoration and furniture will make the hallway more spacious. You should not place a modern wardrobe, a spacious vintage wardrobe with an aged effect will look more harmonious. The mirror in the hallway will be decorated with a wooden frame using the same finishing technique as the wardrobe.
Cabinet
The walls and ceiling of the Provence style study can be finished with wood or plaster. Forged or solid wood furniture. A carpet, fresh flowers in a vase and paintings or photographs in beautiful frames will add comfort to the interior.
Loggia and balcony
The Provence-style balcony is a great place for your morning coffee. The bleached wood trim adds even more light. Roman or roller blinds are used to regulate daylight. A couple of small armchairs and a round coffee table can be used as furniture.
The photo shows the interior of the loggia with cozy armchairs, a small table and a floor lamp.
Provence in a country house
Based on the features of the Provence style, we can say that a private house is the ideal place to use it.
The area of \u200b\u200bthe spacious house allows you to install a full-fledged fireplace, which will become a source of comfort in the hall. The fireplace is finished with masonry or plastered. Over time, scuffs and cracks will only emphasize the features of the style.
The ceiling will be decorated with a structure made of wooden beams. The staircase is made of wood, railings and partitions can be forged or also wooden.
Wooden houses are especially chic, the atmosphere is saturated with rustic warmth. Such houses have several cozy nooks for privacy, such as attics and verandas. They do not require careful finishing, small cracks and chips in wooden floors and furniture add comfort to the interior.
Small country houses in the Provence style will be decorated with antique furniture, massive sideboards and furniture made of natural wood harmoniously look in the interior of the kitchen-living room. The dining area can accommodate a dining group made of solid oak.
The photo shows a compact interior of a wooden house in the Provence style.
Photo of apartments in Provence style
The Provence style in the interior of the apartment is distinguished by lightness, comfort, delicate pastel colors, ease and simplicity of the French countryside.
Redevelopment from a one-room apartment into a small two-room apartment
The characteristic features of Provence in a small Euro-duplex are the color palette (light green and beige shades), aged furniture, light wooden beams in the kitchen, floral designs on furniture upholstery, wallpaper, textiles and tiles in the bathroom.
Design project of a studio apartment with a dressing room and a bedroom
The interior of the city apartment is designed in white and blue colors. The tops of the doors are glazed and decorated with decorative layouts typical of French country style. The decorative accents are represented by a false fireplace with candles, textiles with floral and striped patterns, a mirror in the bedroom and greenery in multi-colored pots in the lounge area on the balcony.
Design of a two-room apartment 63 sq. m.
The Provence style, which the customers liked, was emphasized with the help of light furniture with glass inserts in the kitchen, a solid bed with wrought iron elements, wallpaper and curtains with floral patterns in the bedroom, as well as lace and knitted textiles.
Finishing features
Walls
Rough plaster and brick are considered classic finishes and can be used in almost any part of the house.
- Wallpaper and hand-painted walls are also suitable for the living room, bedroom;
- In the children's room, you can use photomurals with an interesting floral pattern;
- The interior of the hallway and living room in a country house will be decorated with a fresco, and in the kitchen and bathroom it is more practical to use tiles with a scuff effect.
Floor
The flooring in the living room, bedroom and nursery is made of wood, parquet or laminate. For the kitchen and bathroom, it is better to use tiles, the colors can be monochromatic or with a discreet pattern. Also in the kitchen with a tiled flooring, the floor will be decorated with a carpet with a short pile.
Ceiling
In a small apartment, the ceiling can be finished with a tension structure or plaster. In Provence, the use of glossy surfaces is unacceptable. The bedroom and living room will be decorated with beamed ceilings, and the spacious hall of the country house is decorated with a beautiful fresco.
In the photo in the interior of the living room, wooden beams were used to decorate the ceiling.
Windows and doors
Windows and doors are made of wood, modern plastic windows do not convey the atmosphere of rustic comfort. The color scheme is favored in favor of white and natural wood. The windows will be decorated with tulle air curtains with tiebacks or short roman blinds.
Furniture selection
All furniture in the interior has a touch of French lightness, there are no massive and rough forms in it.
- Provence furniture is made of natural wood;
- The sofa will be decorated with a cover with a plant or flower pattern;
- The armchairs are upholstered in fabric in light colors;
- The relaxation area will be complemented by a low coffee table;
- The dining table is made of solid wood, chairs will be complemented by soft pillows;
- The bed in the bedroom can also be made of wood or have a wrought iron frame;
- A vintage wardrobe or chest of drawers can be decorated with decoupage technique and give the effect of antiquity;
- Light-colored wrought iron shelves and multi-tiered shelving.
Textile
In the interior of Provence, natural fabrics are mainly used, such as linen, cotton, chintz. The windows will be decorated with curtains of a simple cut, hooks, ruffles, bows will be an addition. The colors can be plain or with the image of flower buds.
In the photo, floral curtains were used to decorate the windows in the bedroom.
Pillows can overlap with curtains or sewn from the same fabric.
The dining area will be decorated with a linen tablecloth or light lace. The carpet is used with a short pile and an unusual pattern.
Decor
Decorating plays a significant role in creating an apartment's design and has basic features. Various ideas for decorating pieces of furniture and accessories will help support the overall theme of the Provence interior.
- There are many fresh flowers in the interior of Provence;
- Lavender is a plant that is directly associated with style;
- Wall clocks do not have a complex shape, as a rule, it is a round or square base and a clock mechanism;
- The interior will be decorated with family photos in unusual frames;
- Mirrors are framed with wrought iron or wooden frames;
- Suitcases and chests perform not only a decorative function in the interior of the room, but also give additional storage space;
In the photo is an aged suitcase with a floral pattern, decorated using decoupage technique.
- The fireplace will be decorated with figurines, porcelain dolls, candles and candlesticks,
- Pictures, panels and posters have images of nature, butterflies, birds, lavender and other flowers;
In the photo, the wall in blue tones is decorated with a panel depicting birds and flowers.
- The living room and kitchen windowsills are decorated with clay pots, vases and birdcages,
- In the interior of the bathroom and nursery in the Provence style, a wicker basket looks harmoniously, which can be used for clothes and toys.
Lighting
Chandeliers can be in the form of a candelabra or with a fabric lampshade. On the bedside tables there are small lamps with a lampshade, they can be decorated with fringes and ruffles.
Sconces and floor lamps will designate a recreation area, a frame for a floor lamp can be of a simple straight shape or have an unusual carved relief.
The photo on the left shows an original table lamp with aged drawers.
Ceiling lights separate the cooking area from the living or dining area. Lighting devices have light pastel shades, it is inappropriate to use modern metal parts.
Features of the design of a small apartment
In the conditions of compact city apartments, it is worth focusing on the finishing material during renovation, without overloading the interior with decorative elements.
- Simple smooth walls and ceiling;
- Wallpaper with a pattern should be used on one of the walls of the room;
- Thanks to the Provence palette, the room does not look closed;
- In a studio apartment, the role of a dining table will be played by a miniature bar counter;
- Ceiling beams will help to visually zone the space in the studio apartment;
- In typical Khrushchevs, the decoration is carried out mainly in white;
- Windows will be decorated with simple floor-length curtains or short roman blinds;
- A wrought-iron bed saves space.
Photo gallery
The interior of Provence is filled with simple luxury and spaciousness of lavender fields. The design does not use bright flashy colors, the filling is laconic and calm. Such a design is suitable for any room of a city apartment, and from a cottage or a country house it will make a real paradise where you can escape from the bustle of the city and enjoy the motives of old France. Below are photo examples of the use of Provence style in rooms for various functional purposes.
Wildflowers and small garden flowers in calm, casual shades, as well as accents of dried flowers - this is the originality of Provence-style bouquets. The edge in the south of France gave direction to the whole style. The bright blue sky and sun over lavender fields and provincial cottage townships have gained popularity all over the world.
A harmonious combination with light furniture, vintage interior elements, the predominance of light colors, floral patterns on fabrics, an abundance of natural materials, makes the stylish design complete. A bouquet in this style will become a fashionable nuance that is suitable for creative people and environments with a touch of romance. 
Flowers for a bouquet
The Provence style itself implies an abundance of flowers in vases and pots throughout the room. They can be located on windowsills, shelves, tables, on a nightstand near the bed. And also on the terraces of houses and loggias of apartments, decorated in this style.
Lavender, which is one of the symbols of the style, is a frequent component of the bouquet. Possessing a bright aroma, it can either make up a bouquet itself or be combined with such plants:
- Clover,
- Freesias,
- Bells,
- Hydrangeas,
- Bush roses,
- Chamomile,
- Ears,
- Cornflowers,
- Light peonies,
- Buttercups,
- Lilac,
- Sweet pea.
Lovely wild herbs will delight those connoisseurs who understand the true beauty of nature. The inclusion of dried flowers in the composition will add durability to the flower arrangement and will bring the necessary style accents. This could be: 
- Mordovnik,
- Delphinium,
- Lunaria,
- Kermek,
- Gypsophila,
- Lagurus.
For those cases when you want the bouquet to have a persistent and delicate smell, a couple of sprigs of mint or basil are added to it. Other plants that also work well for the style are rosemary and lemon balm.
Features of color combinations when decorating a bouquet
The free shape of the bouquet makes it look like a freshly assembled one. Calm pale range of shades in pastel colors: 
- Olive,
- Blue,
- Beige,
- Pink,
- Pistachio,
- Lavender
- Yellow (but only as an accent color).
Very bright shades are categorically not suitable for use, both in terms of colors and as decorative elements. 
In individual bouquets, you can combine several shades of the same color. For example, white, light lilac and pink-lilac with some splashes of greenery. The color scheme is the calling card of the style. 
Decor in the design of bouquets
The style itself implies free naturalness. After all, this is a French interpretation of country style. The lack of a clear structure makes it possible to compose a natural bouquet with twigs or spikelets escaping here and there. Such compositions should look light, not massive. 
Airiness and harmony should be combined with the surrounding decor and colors. Here, a design made of hemp twine, jute will be quite acceptable. For deliberate simplicity, both kraft paper and burlap ribbons can be used in the decor. If the goal is to add grace, then lace braid, fixed with a brooch or ribbon, will do. 
The decor of the Provence style includes not only decoration with bouquets, but also their neighborhood with trinkets on open shelves, ruffles and frills of curtains in a flower or a cage. Landscape and still life paintings are mandatory for this style. Among the themes of the paintings on the walls can be the alleys of a French southern town, endless lavender fields and images of provincial houses, which is in perfect harmony with flowers in vases. 
Plaid fabric with the use of white and some of the pastel shades in the form of a curtain over wicker furniture will harmoniously combine with an abundance of bouquets and bouquets throughout the room. In this style, the abundance of flowers cannot be excessive. 
The variety of textiles with checkered, striped or floral patterns can overlap in their color scheme with the plants that make up the bouquets in the room. Ideal and combination with solid wood furniture. Metallic elements present in the design correspond to the style of the colors of southern France - shades of aged platinum, copper or bronze. 
Choice of dishes for flowers
The naturalness inherent in the style is reflected in the choice of tableware for floral bouquets. These can be not only vases in the classical sense. Flowers can be placed in almost any vessel. For the kitchen, you can use a jug in pastel colors with a blurry pattern. For a terrace or veranda, zinc buckets or watering cans, which are painted in white or another light shade, are suitable. And even shoes and clay pots in the garden alley. This is the charm of simplicity and naturalness, when everything pretentious and artificial is swept aside. Flowers placed in whatever is at hand, from small bottles to buckets. 
Kitchen faience, used for bouquets, is best combined with vintage or aged furniture in light shades. The ostentatious negligence of compositions of this kind and simple design implies harmony with the surrounding interior. 
Armfuls of flowers or flowers on very short stems, practically only heads, in low dishes are in complete harmony with stylistic solutions. 
Combining flowers with fruits, vegetables and citrus is also an acceptable combination for a stylish design. A simple arrangement with garden flowers in laconic vases and fruits, laid out right on the table, are very naturally combined with wicker furniture, linen tablecloths and cotton lace. 
The Provence style is supportive of a wide variety of plant dishes. It can even be cocktail glasses and pharmaceutical glass vessels. And dry bouquets can be hung from the ceiling in the kitchen, on the loggia, or even just lie on the shelf. 
Bouquet options
The simplest bouquets in the French style of Provence include spikelets and sprigs of lavender joined together. Tied with a cotton lace ribbon, it will become a fashionable splash in the interior.
For lovers of European country romance, a field opens up for the use of creative abilities to combine different flowers in one bouquet. One of the directions of forming flower compositions is a Provence style bridal bouquet. Moreover, even the wedding itself can be organized in this style. 
The combination of gentle romance, tranquility and brevity of aristocracy can be seen in compositions of light peonies on short stems and dried flowers. Another option would be a combination of light spray roses with succulents and dry twigs. Delicate, as if burnt out in the sun, flower heads, slightly diluted with greens and spikelets, harmonize the space of the room, bringing warmth and comfort into it. 
The asymmetry of the composition with knock-out branches is the very noble simplicity, which can be very difficult to achieve. The bouquet should look as if it went out into the field, it was quickly collected, adding garden flowers, and, perhaps, carelessly intercepted with a ribbon made of natural fabric. 
Handicraft decor items combined with delicate flowers are a unique style phenomenon. Provence is a cozy corner of southern France that you can recreate in your home. The atmosphere of southern European flavor, saturated with the fragrance of flowers and spices, gives off bohemian chic and romantic respectability. It is the closeness of style to nature and elegant simplicity that allow you to enjoy the charm of a cozy interior using natural materials and an abundance of light and colors. 
He absorbed the whole the charm of the coastal towns of the French Riviera, light as a sea breeze contours, simplicity and naturalness of materials, as well as traditions of good taste that have been passed down from generation to generation. In this region, people are very welcoming and hospitable, and local dishes will impress any gourmet.
The Provence style looks great in the interior of the kitchen and gives the hostess more creative freedom in decorating it. Moreover, the unique charm of Provencal makes it possible to turn even a small urban kitchen into a cozy corner, where everything is "saturated" with southern motives and style.
Sometimes this style is also called French country, which is not a mistake, because rustic motifs give the interior a special charm, which allows you to create a unique atmosphere of coziness, comfort and hospitality.
Main features:
- Light colors, pastel colors in the decoration of walls and furniture;
- In such a kitchen, there should be a lot of light - either from a large window or from abundant artificial lighting;
- Old or aged furniture with patina, scuffs, wood carvings;
- Abundant use of forged items, accessories made of copper and bronze;
- Many plants in earthenware or porcelain pots;
- Open shelves with plates, wicker elements, natural textiles.
Well, let's take a closer look at all the key elements of this style.
Color matching rules
There is a stereotypethat a Provence style kitchen should be exclusively white, but this is completely wrong. The palette of colors used is very wide. Blue, beige, olive, gray, cream and sand - each of the quiet colors is perfect for this style. We will talk about each of them separately later.
Desirable, as mentioned above, it should be pastel shades, but in modern conditions this is no longer an axiom. This is due to the factthat under the abundant southern sun most of the paints fade, therefore the palette of such colors gives an excellent effect of the "southern" interior.
In this photo, a Provence style kitchen in light colors. The white set makes the room visually spacious and lighter, but it is more demanding to maintain.
In our opinion, this interior lacks saturation, bright color notes. Although, the color of the flooring contrasts well with the furniture and walls.
Olive and mahogany
One of the favorite combinations of our edition, which is perfect for a Provence style kitchen. This muted shade of green is reminiscent of olive groves and hot summers on the southern coast of France, while still making the room feel cozy and homey.
Dark olive looks best in spacious rooms in combination with dark natural wood furniture. The larger the room, the darker the tone can be selected, and vice versa. Light olive walls go well with cream, sand, blue and gray colors.
Pistachio and light wood
The pastel and delicate shade of pistachio looks great in a French country kitchen. It blends well with white, blue, pink and light wood color.
Notable feature this color is its ability to "refresh" the kitchen interior with its light green background. Agree, the whole room looks kind of airy and not overloaded, creates the impression of "eternal" summer. Also, it goes equally well with both light and dark floors and furniture. Here are some great examples:
Even more pistachio interiors can be found in this one.
Sand and brown
Light yellow and sandy shades of burnt grass remind of the hot southern sun. This is a truly summer color, perfect for fans of interiors in light colors. And how many tones and half-tones of this color there are, you cannot even imagine (about 20).
Yes, the color of sand, first of all, is in perfect harmony with brown. For example, make the facades light, and the countertop and floor dark. Also, against the background of light yellow facades, brown fittings or frames of glass inserts will look good.
The photo shows a Provence style sand kitchen from Leroy Merlin. Great job in our opinion! Further we will show even more interesting and real interiors.
It should be noted that this color is very common among domestic furniture manufacturers, because it is one of the most versatile color solutions and not only for the Provence style.
Blue and white
The color blue is typical for the Provence style and is very common, both on furniture facades and in the decoration of walls and windows. This shade can often be seen on French kitchen utensils, such as plates, jugs or vases.
This is due to the fact that naturally different shades of blue come from the sea, almost constantly cloudless sky, as well as a variety of Provencal herbs and flowers. Light blue tones seem to "cool" the southern interior and saturate it with notes of coolness and beauty of the sea.
French Provence is not just white, take a look at the pastel blue tone.
Blue variations
A deep and deep blue is also common in homes on the south coast. It blends well with shades of green, blue and brown. Contrast blue looks very good in composition with white.
As with blue, blue allows you to "cool" the interior a little and make it harmoniously saturated without compromising the authenticity of the country style.
A deep blue kitchen will harmonize with light gray and blue tones.
Walls
As for the design of Provence-style walls, there are several rules that are highly recommended to adhere to:
- No wallpaper. Yes, there are country interiors with wallpaper in the kitchen, but believe me, it is extremely rare. If you carefully study all the photos presented in this article, then you can once again be convinced of this. Appropriately painted walls will look much more harmonious and natural in such a kitchen;
- Textured or plain plaster followed by painting or whitewashing. There is an unspoken rule here: if this is a kitchen in a country house, you can choose a rough texture or even whitewash; and if this is a city apartment, then it is better to paint the walls as smoothly as possible;
- Pastel, faded colors... A lot has already been said about the palette in the previous section. Studying various photo examples will help you choose the most suitable project;
- Sometimes stone, brick or old boards are used for facing. In urban conditions, as a rule, they are limited to either partial (local) use of the above elements or they are not used at all.
In a country house the kitchen space and a lower level of "pretentiousness" allow painless use of stone, boards, beams, tiles, bricks, etc. The main thing is not to overdo it and not turn the kitchen into something in between the hallway and the garage.
Provence style furniture
Probably this particular element of the interior sets the main motive all style.
We have grouped all the distinctive features into several theses:
Textile
A good tone for an authentic Provence style design is to observe small recommendations for the selection of textile elements:
- Material - cotton or linen. What could be better than a good bright 100% cotton tablecloth? Such things give a pleasant feeling of comfort and home coziness;
- Pastel colors - muted blue, purple, pink, orange and other tones are best;
- Floral or checkered patterns on a tablecloth, towels, apron or on. Flora is very diverse in Provence, from flowering field plants to citrus-bearing front gardens. Something blooms there almost all year round;
- Lace, ruffles, embroidery on napkins, bedspreads and lampshades - these elements "domesticate" the interior on a small, local scale;
- Padded seats with ties for wrought iron chairs - useful for both comfort and decor.
French country in detail
In addition to the above-described elements, it is necessary to fill the room with a variety of accessories that are inherent in this style.
Almost all of the key traits are listed below, the observance of which will help you complete the design.
An abundance of flowers in all sorts of pots (ideally porcelain, clay, tin), as well as bottles. Metal pots and buckets are also often used. Will look authentic lavender, rosemary, sunflower, medium-sized rose and even sunflowers.
If there is a large windowsill, you can plant herbs such as basil or rosemary in an oblong pot. It is not recommended to place ficuses, money trees, cacti, as well as plants whose leaves or flowers attract insects or smell unpleasant.
Kitchen utensils that are in sight must be made of copper, bronze, or be with inserts of these metals.
In addition to that you can hang bunches of onions, garlic, dried flowers or cereals, as well as pretty bottles of olive oil. You can also place a row of spice jars, a pepper or coffee grinder, old cookbooks.
Bright dishes on open shelves: plates, dishes, vases, teapots and other porcelain products.
It is not necessary that these dishes are from the same set. It is possible, and probably even necessary, to be creative in the process of decorating dishes.
In practice, the French hostess collects her collection "from the world on a string": she will buy a tureen, then she will be presented with a salad bowl, then she liked a large dish. As a result, we get a wonderful composition that pleases the eye not only of the kitchen owner.
Enamelled jugs and cans - if they are broken or cracked, then this is not a problem at all, but even a huge plus.
They can be either empty or can serve as a vase for fresh or decorative flowers.
Provence style chandeliers often made of brass or rough forged metal.
Many models are decorated with porcelain inserts, glass or fabric lampshades. Remember that in such a kitchen there should be a lot of light: natural and artificial.
Do not hesitate to place a few more lamps in addition to the large chandelier. Vintage enamelled shades are often used for single-tube pendant lights.
Mixers. If the kitchen is made in a rustic style, then the best choice would be antique bronze-colored taps of rough shapes with cross-shaped valves.
If you have designed the interior more in an urban style, then we recommend choosing faucets made of brushed metal or painted with white acrylic, a modern faucet bend and a lever-type valve.
Fortunately, today the range of plumbing fixtures is impressive and you will definitely find the optimal model of a tap, sink, and soap containers.
Countertops. Preferably natural or. Wood countertops are also a good option. Some still lay them in small tiles in the old fashioned way.
The working area, as a rule, is made quite spacious. A holder for kitchen utensils, shelves for spices is attached to, and closer to the window - shelves or holders for pots with flowers.
Also, you are free to choose any other accessories that, in your opinion, will make your kitchen perfect. In general, it can be decorated constantly, bringing fresh ideas to traditional options.
Making a small kitchen in Provence style
Let's be honest, this style is more suitable for large spacious rooms in a private house than for small apartments.
But, if you use the key details, the motive inherent in this style, it is quite possible to recreate the atmosphere of the romantic south coast in a small-sized urban kitchen.
A lot of light, the right combination of colors, competent moderate filling and placement of finishing accents - all this will help you achieve what you want.
It is always summer in such a kitchen - sun and warmth, flowers and lemonade, delicious food and good mood. You will fall in love with her at the stage of the project, it is simply impossible not to love her.
Provence style in the interior is a romantic design direction for those who see sophistication in simplicity. Provence is a romantic place on the Mediterranean coast. Beautiful landscapes, warm climate and the spirit of authentic France have served as inspiration for poets and artists for centuries. The naturalness of the interior design and the measured slowness inherent in the European province formed the basis of the spectacular Provence style. Floor, ceiling, walls - find out how best to arrange them later in the article.
Provence style for romantics: what are its features?
For those who love nature and the measured way of life, who appreciate simplicity and naturalness in the things around them, this style is perfect. If family values \u200b\u200bare important to you and the spirit of romance is not alien, pay attention to Provence.
In the interior of an apartment or house, decorated in the style of provincial Europe, all objects, shades and textures are so organically combined with each other.
Among the characteristic features of Provence:
- the presence of only natural materials;
- natural colors in interior design;
- a large number of colors;
- good lighting of the room;
- floral prints;
- ceramics;
- light curtains;
- furniture and accessories with signs of aging.
The touch of antiquity inherent in the style makes it possible to introduce vintage elements into the interior. Additionally, artificially aged pieces of furniture and accessories are actively used in the design.
Shades typical of Provence have absorbed all the beauty and nature of the south:
- light tones of pink, mint and blue;
- lavender;
- olive;
- white;
- warm brown range;
- gray tones.
The style is characterized by spaciousness, created by high ceilings, good lighting and light colors.
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Provencal home decoration
The walls, ceiling and floor should be repaired before arranging furniture and accessories. The combination of different textures should be organic and most authentic.
How do we start the design? Renovated. It must be carried out in compliance with all the conditions of the Provence style.
Ceiling - choice of color and decor
The provincial style is characterized by the use of natural materials and emphasizing the natural beauty and texture. The abundance of sunlight and the feeling of the room being filled with air are created by high light ceilings. Plaster, whitewash or painting works well as finishing. The priority is white.
Does the height of the walls in the house allow you not to restrain your imagination? Then decorative wood ceiling beams can be used. As a material for embodiment, you need a natural tree.
Coloring can be done with light tint to enhance the texture of the material. When painting, for example, in white, the paint layer is applied very thin, translucent.
The natural color of the wood surface looks best.
Walls - background for furniture
Among the features of Provence is the deliberate simplicity in the design of the walls. For decoration, the following materials can be used:
- natural wood;
- stone or brickwork;
- decorative plaster;
- wallpaper.
Plastering is one of the most popular and versatile wall decoration options. For decoration, both a fine-grained and a rather coarse mixture can be applied, which is applied to the walls with wide strokes. This gives the required texture.
How not to be mistaken with the choice? If the room is of a modest size, then it is better to apply fine-grained plaster carefully, without pronounced strokes. For a spacious country house, stylization under a rough application will look more interesting, which will emphasize the texture.
In the kitchen, you can experiment with these materials for wall decoration:
- tile;
- brick;
- stone (artificial or natural).
Brick or stone masonry, like wood trim, look especially advantageous when combined with other finishing materials. The simultaneous use of several textures within the same room will emphasize the style and give the room individual features.
Gender: striving for authenticity
Natural materials are also welcome in the design of the Provence style floor. Natural wood works very well. These can be wooden boards with traces of scuffs or painted with a thin layer of light paint.
Antique tiles can be used in the hallway or kitchen. Its rounded edges and accentuated cracks add style to the room. Warm colors typical of the Mediterranean are in priority.
For living rooms, natural wood is a good choice. Natural shades look natural and give the interior a noble chic.
Is it possible to replace the wooden plank on the floor with linoleum? Definitely not. Also, carpet cannot be laid that completely covers the entire floor.
Windows and doors
The simplicity inherent in the Provence style is reflected in every design element. Doors should be not only wooden, but also aged. This styling emphasizes the texture of the wood.
A universal option is white for painting and subsequent aging of the surface. In Provence kitchen interiors, the surface can be decorated with floral painting.
The hardware on the door, like on other items, should only be matte. Antique stylization in the colors of bronze, brass or copper looks good. If the overall design allows, forged elements are used.
Chrome surfaces in provence are not allowed.
Windows and their design in the style of the interiors of southern France are given pride of place. It is desirable to have large window openings that let in a lot of sunlight. The color of frames in most interiors is chosen by designers to be white.
The curtains are selected light, without complicated draperies and heavy lambrequins. Natural weightless curtain fabrics can be mounted on wooden or forged curtain rods. If a forged model is chosen, it is desirable that it echoes the shape of the elements and color with other objects in the room, for example, candlesticks, chandeliers, wall sconces, etc.
Provencal furniture: the spirit of history in every piece
Furniture is the main and most significant component of the interior. The choice of pieces of furniture for a Provence style room is both wide and limited. To recreate the spirit of southern France, only natural wood is taken.
Many types can be used, but preference is given to noble varieties:
- cherry;
- beech;
- oak, etc.
If we compare Provence with other country styles, then it wins due to its lightness and grace.
In addition to wood, wicker and wrought-iron furniture can be used. But it is not at all necessary that it was all forged. In the bedroom, it can only be a bed, and in the living room it can be the base of a coffee table.
Wicker chairs will be perfect in the dining room, on the veranda or in the garden. They emphasize the relaxed atmosphere and are very comfortable to relax.
Famous not only for aristocracy, but also for simplicity, the Provence style does not require strict rules in the arrangement of furniture and the selection of individual items. The impression of objects in the room should be created as if it was used by several generations, passing it on to each other.
In village houses, they were very careful about the environment - dishes, textile elements, furniture. Long service life left its mark on things. Furniture became frayed around the edges and fabrics faded.
It is permissible to combine furnishings from separate headsets. They may even differ in color. The main condition is general harmony, so that none of them creates dissonance.
Everything functional and elegant
Features of Provencal furniture:
- beautiful furniture legs;
- using only natural wood;
- presence of thread;
- light monochromatic or with a small floral print upholstery;
- additional decoration of sofas, armchairs and beds with small decorative pillows;
- presence of open shelves, sideboards, racks and display cases;
- pieces of furniture should be low.
Provence is best perceived in those houses in which all rooms are designed in a general style.
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