21.07.2017 Read it in 9 minutes.

What should a modern living room be like? When designing interiors today, the aesthetic component is increasingly not inferior to the level of functionality. That is, choosing a stylistic and color solution for the interior is just as important as providing for a high-quality and most optimal layout, highlighting functional areas so that all family members can feel comfortable.

But minimalism, constructivism and functionalism are not the entire “list” of interior styles that can be called “modern”. A wide variety of styles and their combinations is one of the main features modern approach. Designers use combinations of two, three or more styles in one interior, and the appearance of the room only benefits from this. This significantly expands the possibilities for creating a special, unique environment that suits you and your family.

Interiors of living rooms after renovation in a modern style from the Fundament Group of Companies

In the photo: Design of a living room in a 3-room apartment on the street. Malomoskovskaya

The main decoration of the living room was a huge aquarium occupying the entire wall. 3D panels serve as additional decor, creating a certain relief pattern on white surfaces. Mosaic splashback in the kitchen in green and blue shades successfully correlates with the aquarium.

Kitchen-living room with bar counter

In the photo: Living room design in a three-room apartment in modern style

Thanks to special planning decision In the kitchen-living room there is a comfortable bar counter in the room, and one of the “columns” has a built-in oven, as well as drawers for storing dishes and drinks.

Corner sofa and stylish coffee table

In the photo: Living room in a three-room apartment from our portfolio

Beige corner sofa- a win-win solution for the living room interior. A coffee table with a black lacquered top and a wooden base will serve as a fashionable touch and an accent addition to the decor.

Renovation of a bright living room in an apartment on the street. Pudovkina

Interior of a three-room apartment on the street. Pudovkina is distinguished, on the one hand, by its minimalistic forms and the presence of bright color accents, with another. The magazine “Beautiful Apartments” published an article in one of its issues about this implemented project by the designer of the Fundament Group of Companies, Olga Khramkina.

“Bright minimalism” in the living room

In the photo: Design of a living room in a 3-room apartment on the street. Pudovkina

Journal article " Beautiful apartments“That’s what it’s called: “Bright minimalism.” It was no coincidence that the magazine editor liked this project: modern design is combined with bold and cheerful color accents, as opposed to the usual monochrome and some restraint that we are used to seeing in fashionable interiors in the minimalist style.

Partition with white brickwork separating from the kitchen

In the photo: Living room in a 3-room apartment in a minimalist style

Small partition, finished in white brickwork, separating the living room from the kitchen, introduces touches of a democratic loft style, which fits well into the overall design concept. White color partitions make the interior lighter and more restrained than with “rough” brickwork.

Living room in a three-room apartment in a minimalist style on the street. Pudovkina

In the living room and other interiors of the apartment on the street. Pudovkin's designs are dominated by monochrome shades and minimalist forms. Such an interior could be called “bright minimalism” in the sense that it fully corresponds to the usual ideas about “classical” minimalism.

Black and white monochrome

In the photo: Design of a living room in a 3-room apartment on the street. Pudovkina in Moscow

In the photo: Design of a TV area for a living room in an apartment in Moscow

In the decoration and decoration of the living room are used modern materials and fashionable textures. Glass elements and glossy surfaces constitute one of the main features of the interior in black and white monochrome. A contrasting dark wall in the TV area complements the color “duet” of black and white, which can symbolize the dualism of the world.

Comfortable and spacious sofa area

In the photo: Living room design in a 3-room apartment in Moscow

The living room is, first of all, a place for the whole family to relax or receive guests. Therefore, experts advise giving the sofa area Special attention. Not only the stylistic and color scheme of this piece of furniture matters, but also indicators such as comfort, convenience and functionality.

Renovating the living room in an apartment on the street. Polyanka

In the photo: Design of a living room in a 2-room apartment on the street. Polyanka

Modern living room interior in two-room apartment 80 sq. m on the street Polyanka is distinguished by a muted beige color scheme, as well as furniture pieces with hints of neoclassical style. The noble patina and graceful curves of the furniture give the decor an aristocratic sophistication.

Design of a living room in a 3-room apartment on the street. Stoletova

Elements of historical styles - modern or art deco - will look organic in a modern interior. A modern chandelier and Art Deco style lamps will not only decorate a minimalist interior, but will also make the space sparkle with new colors.

Contemporary style with Art Nouveau and Art Deco elements

In the photo: Design of a living room in a 3-room apartment on the street. Stoletova

In the photo: Modern interior of the dining area with elements and art deco

The interior of the living room is dominated by black and white monochrome, emphasizing stylistic decision rooms with Art Deco elements. Chandelier with pendants above dining table brings notes of luxurious and solemn style to a restrained, laconic interior.

Modern style living room design ideas. Photos of interiors from portfolio

In the photo: Project of a living room in an apartment in the modern Art Deco style

If you prefer the comfort and respectability of classic interiors with voluminous and comfortable upholstered furniture, such items can be safely included in a living room project in a modern style. Thus, a “Voltaire” chair with comfortable armrests and “ears” will allow you to relax in comfort. In addition, this piece of furniture, along with the classic moldings on the walls, will perfectly complement the decor with modern Art Deco elements.

Office area on the loggia

In the photo: Design of a living room in a modern style apartment

Residents of city apartments strive to save every centimeter of living space and use functionality interior as widely as possible. For example, even on a small loggia it is possible to organize an office area with desk, rack and shelves for papers and stationery.

Decorative lamps in the dining area

In the photo: Living room design in an Art Deco style apartment

The dining area in the living room will undoubtedly be decorated original lamps. In addition to its aesthetic function, this interior element also contributes to the visual division of the room into functional zones.

Beige-brown color scheme with golden accents

In the photo: Beige and brown living room in an apartment with Art Deco elements

The beige and brown color scheme creates a feeling of calm and tranquility in the interior. Golden accents successfully complement the color scheme, add a little sparkle and solemnity to the living room, and also improve its aesthetic properties.

Modern living room with fireplace

In the photo: Interior of a modern living room with a fireplace

For those who like to sit by the fireplace for long periods winter evenings, as well as those who value comfort and home traditions, have been developed modern models electric and bio-fireplaces, which can be installed directly in the apartment, since they do not require a chimney or ventilation. In addition, taking into account modern needs, designers have developed fireplace options that will fit perfectly into a modern interior.

Fresco in the spirit of classicism

In the photo: Design of a living room in an apartment in a modern style with a fresco

A fresco in the spirit of the era of classicism can give special flavor and decorate the living room interior in a modern style. Antique scenes, a small piano, shelves with books, many candlesticks and rich walls violet shade create a unique ambiance for the living room, in which the individuality of the owners is felt.

Light green accents

In the photo: Design project of a living room with light green accents

Bright light green accents with light splashes of light orange visually combine the living room with the kitchen area. On the border between the kitchen and living room there is a comfortable bar counter with bar stools. Wooden elements, along with green and brown shades, bring natural motifs and notes of eco-style into the interior.

Mirror wall

In the photo: Design of a living room in an apartment with mirror wall

A mirrored wall in the living room performs several functions: firstly, it visually enlarges the space and gives it depth; secondly, thanks to the reflected shine of lamps and candles, it makes the interior lighter and as if sparkling from the inside. Thirdly, this solution decorates the interior, gives it zest and special charm.

Black and white minimalism and kitsch elements

In the photo: Living room interior in a minimalist apartment

Bright elements decor or designer furniture, as well as kitschy items will look organic in a black and white living room in a minimalist style. In this interior, such an object was an armchair, which stands out only for its extravagant outlines, but at the same time fits entirely into the overall color scheme.

Classic & modern

In the photo: Living room interior in a combination of classic and modern styles

In the photo: Project of a modern living room with classic elements

On a light gray background, bright and at the same time refreshing turquoise accents look especially impressive. The area above the mantelpiece, curtains and sofa cushion covers became accentuating touches in the interior.

Panels in interior shades

In the photo: Living room interior in a modern style apartment

The interior is like a work of art - perhaps this is the credo many designers take note of. Implementing this idea is not so difficult - choose a picture and decorate the interior in the shades of this image!

Decorative lighting and bio-fireplace

In the photo: Interior of a living room with a biofireplace with elements of modern style

Many residents of both city apartments and cottages have fallen in love with modern bio-fireplaces that do not require special conditions for installation. The line of fire imitates a living flame and creates a special, cozy atmosphere. In the interior of this modern living room in a cottage, a partition with a built-in bio-fireplace separates the functional areas.

Designers of the Fundament Group of Companies will develop a design project for a living room in your apartment or country house in accordance with your personal preferences, wishes and needs, as well as taking into account fashionable and current design trends. And the specialists of the repair and finishing department will carry out high-quality renovation of the living room as part of a comprehensive turnkey renovation of an apartment or house.

Text: Natalya Savushkina

Just by the name itself it is not difficult to guess that the special purpose of the living room is to receive visitors. In a house, this is usually the central room where guests meet and family celebrations take place. For this reason alone, it is worth noting that the interior of the living room is mostly formal. What could this mean? In an ideal setting, the living room contains no household elements, only furniture and equipment for relaxation.

With the current variety of interior styles, you can come up with design ideas for any type of living room:

• spacious living room in the house;
• living room in the apartment;
• small room;
• combined with other rooms.

When choosing the interior design of a living room or just the color of the wallpaper, you need to take into account not only personal preferences, but also such important aspects like: lighting of the room, its size and position relative to the entire house or apartment.

Brief overview of living room interior styles

The living room is considered the center of the entire home. Here family members meet to spend time together and house guests are received. Speaking about the interior of the living room, you need to remember that it is better to choose a neutral design that would suit everyone’s taste.

What types of interior are there? Conventionally, they can be divided into two large groups: modern and classic. Each type has common features, and some are so mixed that it is difficult to assign it to one of the styles. The most striking example of this is ethnic style. African, Greek or Egyptian interiors include both elements of ancient decor and modern finishes.

Modern types of interiors

All new and popular interior styles differ from the classics in their practicality. Most often, such interiors are even cheaper, since they already contain artificial materials(plastic, vinyl and natural substitutes). As a rule, non-natural products are easier to choose and have a wide range of colors and textures.

Main styles and their features:

• Modern is a real modern classic. The style is considered luxurious, suitable for any type of living space and it is rare to meet a person who would not like it. The only caveat is the price of decor and materials. Living room in Art Nouveau style is cushioned furniture, wooden and metal cases, presence natural stone. The soft and light color scheme of the base blends elegantly with the bright colors of the decor.
• Pop art is considered a youth option, where upholstered furniture in the style of the 70s and ultra-bright decorations depicting comics and celebrities adorn the walls and furniture.
• Minimalism is a simple and neat style in which you will not find anything superfluous. The color range ranges from one to a maximum of three tones (light, dark, color). The furniture and decorations here are primarily practical, devoid of any unnecessary details.
• The high-tech interior of the living room is technically modern equipment. Even furniture and the color of the finish are often matched in high-tech to the color of steel or ultra bright colors. The main decor is geometry and lighting.
• Futurism in the interior looks like something unusual, close to the idea of ​​another civilization among science fiction writers. Much emphasis is placed on decorations, the main function of which is to create an unusual environment of the “future”.

Other styles are used less frequently in living room interiors, but still have a place: contemporary, grunge, loft, kitsch, avant-garde, cubism, constructivism, and mixed fusion and eclectic styles.

Living room in classic styles

A classic-style interior is a luxurious design that requires great attention to detail. Its features are plaster ornaments, the use of columns, arches and other architectural delights. Classics are usually chosen for large rooms.

Historically, this style appeared in the Middle Ages after the Baroque era, in contrast to its pomp and dispersion of shapes and colors. It is characterized by antique grace, dynamic and awe-inspiring decorations made of plaster and stone, as well as silk upholstery and massive solid wood furniture.

What styles are similar to classic and how they differ from each other:

• Colonial style is a mixture of classics and ethnic decorations.
• The antique interior represents decorations and furniture strictly corresponding to Roman and Greek culture. Some believe that this is the most real interior living room in classic style.
• The Romanesque style is suitable for those who love gothic and weapon themes. Externally, the Romanesque rooms resemble a cathedral chapel. For the living room, this style is often chosen in large houses, where a similar interior is maintained throughout the building. The main finishing materials are stone and wood.
• Gothic as a style looks gloomy to many, but in fact the overall impression depends on how to properly present the interior. The main feature of Gothic is the practicality and strength of the materials used. Tall windows, protective carved shutters, huge beds and massive furniture can be loved even by glamorous fashionistas, if you maintain good lighting and do not overdo it with thematic decorations.
• Renaissance is a rather soft and simple-minded interior, where delicate pink, pastel shades and gorgeous paintings with naked bodies. The furniture is upholstered; there is an abundance of textile materials, wood and iron.
• Empire - thematic interior, close to military themes. It originated during the time of Napoleon, so the decorations are characterized by the attributes of the war of those times, maps, and ammunition. Furniture with smooth curves, curves, and no sharp corners. Color palette plays with contrasts.
• Baroque is a flashy and pompous interior; it is most characterized by luxury and high-cost materials. Restraint in colors, shapes and sizes of decorations is not welcome here. Another amazing feature is the play of contrasts, which lies not only in color, but also in materials. Rough stone here can be decorated with pearls, and terrifying tapestries with provocative images are found in bright and calm areas, for example, in the bedroom.
• Rococo is considered an equally catchy interior with a clear emphasis on Chinese fashion. The peculiarity of Rococo is the excess of gilded materials and the absence of straight lines in the interior. In the paintings here you can always find images of shepherds and sheep.
• Provence or country style. Country style in the interior is roughly translated as “rustic”. Each country has its own characteristics of suburban styles, hence the different names: Provence (France), country (America), Scandinavian, Alpine country, etc. These styles are characterized by the use of those materials in abundance that are available for their region. In most cases this wood trim floors, walls and furniture coated with varnish or paint. The decorations here are welcomed in the hand-made style, as well as an abundance of fabrics.
• Art Deco is the closest to the modern style of all the classic ones. Art Deco architecture and design is believed to be involved in the construction of skyscrapers in New York and other major American cities. The peculiarity of the style lies in the naturalness of the materials and patterns used, a more modern example: geometry and vegetation. Here, for the first time, materials such as metal and glass began to be combined.

Living room shared with another room

Most often, the design of a living room combined with a kitchen is chosen for guest houses or small spaces. Why? There are two good reasons for this: convenience of serving guests and saving space. Removing the wall between the kitchen and living room creates an open passage between these areas, allowing for unobstructed carrying of treats and easier access to appliances.

In place of the removed wall, there are several options for organizing the space:

• Block the passage glass partition fully or partially.
• Leave a partition with a window for “serving treats” and an enlarged passage.
• Decorate an empty space with an arch.
• Leave the space empty by separating the kitchen and living room areas with different flooring.

In the first option, in addition to glass, you can use other materials: metal, artificial greenery, plaster, brick and other decorations.

The only drawback of this space saving is the free circulation of air. When cooking, the aromas of food will be fragrant in the living room. For those who have a small apartment, the optimal solution would be a powerful hood. IN country houses This problem can be solved by having a large number of windows and good ventilation.

The traditional place for a fireplace is the living room. A fireplace not only decorates the room, but also creates an additional source of heat. You don't have to use a real fire to experience the true romance it exudes in your home. In some homes or regions (like Paris, for example), you may be faced with a ban on the use of open fire sources in residential areas.

In order not to deprive yourself of such beauty and pleasure, there are several types of fireplaces, each of which has its own distinctive advantages:

• Electric fireplace. The beauty of it is that it is safe and leaves no waste. The house will always be beautiful, warm and clean. Regularly care for it and do checks; no cleaning is necessary.
• False fireplace. Its appearance completely repeats its original source, there is even the possibility of putting real firewood inside. The only difference from the present is that you cannot set them on fire, since there is no chimney. However, resourceful people have come up with several ways to turn a false fireplace into an almost natural one. If you place candles behind real firewood, the smell and light of fire will appear. An installed photo frame with flames will also create a realistic picture.
• The biofireplace runs on combustible fuel. Its use eliminates waste such as ash, coals and ashes, but the fire and heat are real.
• Gas fireplace. Instead of a chimney, it is enough to install a gas supply pipe and comply with all fire safety rules.
• Traditional real fireplace with a chimney and firewood - a pleasure for true connoisseurs of comfort. The fireplace requires regular maintenance, and the house requires constant monitoring and cleaning.

Also, all fireplaces are different in their own way. appearance: corner, built-in, U-shaped, island.

What is special about a living room design with a fireplace? The answer is simple. Of course, this is the creation of a special atmosphere. If there is a fireplace in the living room, a favorite gathering place for all household members automatically appears. In addition, this is one of the most original interior details. Modern features allow you to create the most realistic imitation of a fireplace, even in an apartment building. If you create a fireplace extension solely as a decorative element, you can use a minimum of effort and get an incredible effect. You can lay out the fireplace extension either from plasterboard or brick, and fill the internal cavity with decor (real firewood, antique books, candles, candelabra, etc.)

Living room interior with mirrors

Mirrors in the living room interior, in addition to their aesthetics, also have practical significance. First of all, establishing mirror wall creates a visual enlargement of the room. If you install a mirror decoration opposite a window or use artificial lighting, you get the effect of a voluminous and illuminated room. By directing mirrors to other parts of the room, you can get an “endless” corridor or an increased amount of furniture.

Another option for using mirrors in the interior is purely decorative, where the mirrors are in different frames and hang on the wall like paintings. This option is liked by those who do not want to come into frequent contact with the mirror surface, but want to get a partial effect of additional lighting and reflection.

Besides being beautiful, some people like mirrored installations for the added sense of security. In an apartment with small children, you can watch them from different angles.

Black and white interior: possible options for the living room

Years of renovation go by, but what always remains in fashion is black and white interior living room. The design of the room in this color contrast allows you to use such interior styles as:

• modern;
• neoclassicism;
• art deco;
• minimalism, etc.

The surprising thing is that in such a range you can create both a modern and classic living room design. If white predominates in a black and white interior, the room seems larger.

Dazzling white living rooms: light colors in the interior

Living room interior light colors Gives the room a fresh, clean and peaceful look. This design has its pros and cons. The main advantage, perhaps, is aesthetics and visual increase area. Among the shortcomings of the interior are banal difficulties in caring for furniture and increased soiling.

The best decorations in bright interiors are living plants. Real greenery is considered one of the most attractive ways to decorate a white room.

The second most popular technique is adding small quantities of bright colors (red, yellow, blue) or soft shades (lilac, mint, ocher, turquoise, etc.)

The room where friends are received and the whole family gathers is the center of the apartment. It is important that the living room is not only beautiful and cozy, but also suitable for those who live in the house.

The room where friends are received and the whole family gathers is the center of the apartment.

The style of the living room demonstrates the preferences of the owners, social status and sense of taste.

It is important that the living room is not only beautiful and cozy, but also suitable for those who live in the house.

A modern living room is multifunctional room, which can simultaneously be a dining room, an office and even a bedroom.

When determining the style of the living room, you need to take into account:

• what the room will be intended for - this will allow for proper zoning of the space;

• sizes, because not every style fits small or narrow room, while in spacious rooms with high ceilings almost any design idea can be realized;

The style of the living room demonstrates the preferences of the owners, social status and sense of taste.

• the number of people who often visit the living room to find out the required number of pieces of furniture - sofas, chairs, armchairs;
• where the windows are oriented - this determines the amount of light coming in and dictates the choice of color for the wall decoration.

Designers conditionally divide styles into groups:

• classic;
• ethnic;

• modern.

Each has its own characteristics, which are important when implemented in a specific room.

Designers conditionally divide styles into groups: classic, ethnic, modern.

Classic styles

A living room in a classic style should have a large area and high ceilings, otherwise the room will look cramped.

English classicism is a strict and elegant style.

The classic has its own characteristics:

1. English classicism is a strict and elegant style. With it, it is necessary to decorate the walls, dividing them in half: the lower part is decorated with wooden panels, the upper part with heavy embossed striped wallpaper. The ceiling is painted, you can use false beams. For flooring natural is used batten, parquet, small woolen carpets laid out. It is worth placing mahogany furniture around the perimeter, chests of drawers and tea tables are a must. Ideally, if the room has a fireplace or its imitation - it will be the style center of the room. Textiles are selected to match the wallpaper, curtains on carved wooden cornices are thick, multi-layered, with drapery and lambrequins. Accessories are of great importance: bronze watches, candlesticks, expensive wide picture frames.

Roman classics are luxury and proportionality, the main colors are white and gold.

1. Roman classics. Signs of the style are luxury and proportionality, the main colors are white and gold. Expensive finishing materials are used, including polished marble. The floor is made of stone, often in the form of a mosaic, the walls are covered with textured plaster, frescoes or patterns are made on them, the ceiling is decorated with paintings and stucco. The space is visually zoned with columns; niches are made in the walls for decorations or lighting. The furniture is monumental and expensive, as are the textiles.

Art Nouveau is a style of the early twentieth century, which has not lost its relevance even now; its main feature is the fluidity of smooth lines.

1. Modern. Graceful style the beginning of the twentieth century has not lost its relevance; its main feature is the fluidity of smooth lines, which is found in nature. Natural ones are used expensive materials(stone mosaic, wood) with a monochromatic surface, asymmetric levels are made on the ceiling and floor. Forged elements, light pastel colors and floral patterns are required. Furniture of plastic forms, with graceful curves.

The loft style was born in industrial premises converted into housing.

1. Loft. This practical style The living room was born in industrial premises converted into housing. This is where they manifest themselves style features, which are easy to implement in a city apartment and get a wonderful interior: the feeling of an industrial zone creates open plan and exposed pipes under the ceiling. The space is well lit, curtains on the windows are optional. Cool colors are used in the design. Concrete, rough plastered or brick walls, against which there are glass and chrome surfaces. The presence of antique expensive furniture is typical. Everything that can be found in the city is used as details - graffiti, road signs, pointers.

On a note! Such classical interior styles as Romanesque and Greek, Renaissance, Empire, Baroque and Rococo also have their own stylistic nuances.

Ethnic styles

Ethnics allow you to create your favorite corner of the planet in your apartment and embody the everyday life of different peoples.

The basis of the Scandinavian style color scheme is cool white, diluted with bright spots of red, green or purple flowers.

These are always original and bright solutions:

1. Scandinavian. “Good simplicity” - this is how you can characterize the design of a living room in the Scandinavian style, which is characterized by an open plan. Wood is the leader among finishing materials. The basis of the color scheme is cool white, diluted with bright spots of red, green or purple. The furniture is good quality, no frills, reliable, with many open modules for storing things. Natural fabrics are used. Textile design is often monochromatic and has an interesting relief texture. This style pleases the eye with freshness, lightness and is perfect for a large family.

Mediterranean style gives a feeling of homely peace and comfort.

1. Mediterranean. It gives a feeling of home peace and comfort. Boards or stone slabs are used for the floor, aged wooden beams are used for the ceiling, the walls are plastered and painted. The color palette varies by region, for example, in Italy and Spain ocher, terracotta, red-pink predominate, in Greece - blue, green and white. A large number of simple, high-quality handmade furniture made of wood: sofas, armchairs, whatnots, shelving, forged elements are used. the textiles are defiantly homemade.

For tired city dwellers Japanese style gives peace and relaxation.

1. Japanese. For tired residents of big cities, Japanese style gives peace and relaxation. Solid warm light colors are used, and black can also serve as a background. Decoration Materials exclusively natural or imitating them (stone, bamboo, rapeseed, straw). The furniture is low, rectangular, with a smooth polished surface. The decor is minimal, with few pieces of furniture and decorations. Maintaining the theme of nature, bamboo or bonsai are grown in the room and an aquarium is placed. They are used for zoning frame lungs screens and partitions.

In the decor of a living room in the Moorish style, niches, arches, and horseshoe-shaped openings are required.

1. Mauritanian. Associated with the fabulous East, luxury and bliss. The decor requires niches, arches, and horseshoe-shaped openings. The colors chosen are rich: gold, red, green. The walls are painted and patterns can be applied to them. The ceilings are decorated with woven draperies. A lot of different low furniture on which to relax comfortably, luxurious textiles - carpets, pillows on sofas and floors, poufs. As a highlight, a canopy is placed above the sofa; among the accessories in the room, there is a place for copper or bronze vases and lamps.

Fits perfectly into city apartments: Chinese, African, german styles, chalets, country, Provence and others.

Modern styles

IN small apartments you have to create elegant stylizations to make the living room look interesting, be comfortable and demonstrate the individuality of the owners.

Implementation of design in any modern style is much more economical, because does not require expensive accessories and finishing.

The interior of a living room in a minimalist style is simple, practical and always fashionable.

The following styles are currently popular:

1. Minimalism. The interior of a living room in a minimalist style is simple, practical and always fashionable. The color scheme is monochrome, 1-2 colors are used, but in furniture upholstery, paintings and posters, 1 bright accent is possible. There is little furniture of simple geometric shapes made of polished wood, only the most necessary. The minimalist design is emphasized by multi-level lighting: built-in lamps, a structurally complex chandelier, and many metallic floor lamps.

High-tech is an ultra-modern style, ideal for small spaces, because... a minimum amount of furniture is required, and it is advisable to use transforming or multifunctional furniture.

1. High-tech is an ultra-modern style, ideal for small spaces, because... a minimum amount of furniture is required, and it is advisable to use transforming or multifunctional furniture. There are no excesses in the form of textiles or various decorations, but there is a lot of space, which is emphasized by glass and metal surfaces. In such a living room, an abundance of technical devices is welcome.

Eco-style resists urban design trends and returns to nature.

1. Eco-style resists urban design trends and returns to nature. Distinctive features: colors of natural shades (wood, grass, sand, terracotta). Usage natural materials in finishing (stone, wood, cork, rice paper, bamboo) or their high-quality imitation. Furniture of simple shapes made of bamboo, rattan, wicker, light wood. Mats or carpets made from natural materials are placed on the floor. The abundance of plants looks harmonious.

Modern style is not just a design direction, it is a successful combination of elements of high-tech, minimalism, modernism and other trendy trends. By designing the interior in this way, you can show your imagination and design talent. A living room in a modern style can combine functionality, comfort and aesthetics.

Modern interior in the living room

Features of fashionable style in the living room

The design of a living room in the modern sense includes not only the design of walls, ceilings and floors, but also comfortable furniture, fashionable appliances and stylish accessories, organically woven into the interior. Any element should look like a part of a single whole, laconic, inseparable.

Living rooms, decorated in a fashionable style, have:

• apparent simple design interior, which is the result of painstaking work in selecting the right design, furniture and accessories;
• perfectly smooth surfaces;
• multifunctional furniture, often with transformative capabilities;
• good equipment, TV and sound systems;
• the latest finishing materials.

Comfortable modern living room

Modern living room with functional furniture

Living room in modern style in bed colors

A living room in a modern style is typical for active, joyful people who lead an interesting, rich life. But you should not deviate from the main rule: everything in the room should be comfortable and practical. Any unusual decorative element should be organically woven into the overall design pattern. See photos of a living room in a modern style.

Design details

When deciding to create a modern style concept in your living room, you need to keep the following details in mind:

• Space. It is the feeling of freedom, open space that is the basis of a living room interior in a modern style. There is no place for partitions and screens. The favorites are open plan, in which zoning is only visual;
• Furniture. This style welcomes upholstered furniture, small walls, dining groups of any colors and shapes, but with the obligatory minimalist trends. It is selected in such a way as not to overload the living room space;
• Lighting. There should be a lot of light. And if it’s hard to refuse a big one beautiful chandelier in the center of the ceiling, then it requires an addition in the form of multi-level lighting, LED lamps, floor lamps and sconces;
• Bright spot. Such a thing that draws attention to itself can be a fancy accessory, an unusual painting, textiles, etc., which, on the one hand, looks simple, but on the other, luxurious and elegant.

Red pillows as an accent in a modern living room

Bright lemon pillows in a modern living room

Orange armchair in a white living room

Living room decoration

Walls

For the living room, choose light or pastel calm colors without heavy intricate designs and patterns. High-quality wallpaper or embossed plaster look good. Mirror surfaces will help expand and deepen the space.

Relief plaster in a modern hall interior

Original painting of the walls in the living room

Floors

For floors, it is better to take parquet or laminate made to look like natural wood: walnut, cherry, oak. This coating will balance modern materials and non-standard elements of the rest of the design, and will also add comfort and homeliness.

Light laminate in the interior of a modern living room

Black laminate in the interior of the hall

Ceiling

Decorating the living room involves creating a complex multi-level ceiling with various projections, transitions, and plaster stucco. The color is selected depending on the shade of the walls and can be anything from white to pale beige. The stylish ceiling also comes with a variety of lighting.

Multi-level ceiling with mirrors in the interior

Ceiling with good lighting in the living room

Color solution

Interior design experts compare modern design trends with artist’s rough drawings. There are only a few main lines without the little things that make up general idea. Everything else is a matter of imagination.

To decorate beautiful living rooms in a modern style, pastel colors are often used, which, if desired, can be diluted with small bright accents.

All surfaces are made in shades of white, gray, beige colour. Not prohibited classic combination white and black, which will give the living room solemnity and severity. The choice of color depends on the wishes of the owners. The main thing is that the chosen shade goes well with color scheme furniture and added light and space to the room. For examples of living room interior design in a modern style, see the photo.

Modern living room in white tones

Black and white color in modern living room design

Emphasizes the simplicity and tranquility of the small style bright accents in the form of blankets, sofa pillows, decorative ornaments.

Modern furniture

A stylish room is filled with furniture with clear shapes and simple designs. Modular options and items with different functionality predominate.

The central place of the living room interior in a modern style is occupied by upholstered furniture, which can vary in shape, but is based on straight or smooth lines. A corner sofa or several from different collections are also suitable as an option. If the living room area allows, you can purchase soft chairs, chairs. Rocking chairs or Voltaire chairs fit well into the calm atmosphere of a modern style.

Modern living room-kitchen with designer armchairs

Modern comfortable armchair in the living room interior

When choosing beautiful coffee tables, stop at simple, rectangular or round options without unnecessary decorative elements. This could be a glass model or a transforming table that turns into a dining table if necessary, or several small modules designed in the likeness of a nesting doll and arranged in different options optional.

Need to know! Bulky cabinet furniture will not fit well into a modern living room. Pay tribute to the low cabinets for television and radio equipment and wall shelves. Open space and lots of air are the motto of the style!

Lighting

Lighting in this style is designed to play one of the key roles. There should be a lot of light, as well as air! Floor lamps or sconces and spotlights are added to the central chandelier (if there is one).

Such lighting is also created due to multi-level ceilings. Helps improve its quality glossy surface ceiling, light curtains or lack thereof. The interior of the living room looks great in a modern style, which uses a combination of LED lamps and directional lamps.

Spot lighting for the living room-kitchen in a modern interior

Well-lit modern living room

For the hall you can choose a chandelier with an interesting modern design, minimalistic and functional. Several models arranged in a row or in steps, depending on which parts of the room need to be highlighted with light, also look good.

But it is not necessary to turn on all available devices at once. This can be left for the occasion of a formal reception of guests. In normal evenings, use the part of the lighting that is required in a certain area, for example, dim lighting for watching TV or side sconces for reading.

Textiles in a modern living room

Emphasize style direction any interior and correctly selected textile products. You can buy blankets and sofa cushions bright contrasting shades that will allow you to place accent points and bring coziness and warmth to a modern living room.

If your family loves carpets, then it is better to opt for carpet or plain rugs small size. Oriental or floral patterns will not fit here in style. Carpets are usually located in the recreation area.

Ornamented floor rug in a modern living room

Heavy curtains in a modern hall

Heavy dark curtains are not suitable for windows in the living room, and bright patterns it would be out of place on canvases. It is best to choose canvases that match the color of the walls or light transparent fabrics. Windows can be decorated with the following types of curtains:

• on eyelets, metal or plastic rings that fit onto the cornice. This results in a beautiful drapery with perfect vertical folds;
• on lambrequins, a dense frame that serves to cover the top of the curtains and decorate the room, adding personality and charm;
• fabric blinds or Roman, Japanese blinds, which are made in minimalist directions, look simple and concise and do not draw the main attention to themselves.

Decorative elements

Modern style needs a small number of decorative elements. After all, such an interior implies active and mobile owners who have no time to waste time collecting and arranging various pleasant little things.

Need to know! Modern style does not tolerate clutter. For many of your favorite knick-knacks, consider choosing a storage system in another room.

Unusually shaped lamps and designer tables can be used as decoration for the living room. Home flowers will also fit well into such a room, but collected in one place.

Original lamps for decorating the living room interior

Can be used as decorative elements:

• natural fireplace or its electric equivalent;
• paintings in simple frames;
• several vases made in calm, regular forms;
• photos;
• abstract figures.

Spaciousness, simplicity, functionality - the three components of a living room designed in a modern style. But remember that any interior is created for people, and the owners in such a room should feel cozy and comfortable.

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