Living room
1. Start your furniture plan in the living room with a fireplace or the best furniture for sitting in a room and work from there.
2. In the large living room, create several seating places that will comfortably accommodate both small and large meetings, and be sure to limit the maximum grouping to eight people.
3. Divide the large living rooms into 3, 5, 7, or 9, not 2.
4. For a small living room space, choose regular colored upholstery for sofas or chairs instead of greasy weaving, stripes or prints. Use neutral tones if you can.
5. Rugs can be used as units in a room, acting as a framework for specific seating areas without any architectural changes.
6. When it comes to small rooms, futons are ideal because they perform two functions - sleeping and seating.
7. Do not push the sofa against the wall. Think of it as being able to demonstrate your back. For many of us, we simply use a final table. But, putting a folding table and a couple of chairs behind the sofa, you create a cozy corner for breakfast. You can also consider turning it into a table by adding a chair and a task lamp. If your living space is compact, just put the racks, saving behind the sofa.
8. Tables for tables should be above 30 inches. The bollard should be anywhere from 36 to 38 inches tall.
9. For contemporary decor, strong, transparent colors are easier to live than pale colors in the long run. People tend to think the opposite, but believe it or not, we become bored with pale, soft colors much faster.
10. Allow 15-18 inches of legroom between coffee tables and sofas.
11. The optimal height for a coffee table is somewhere between 20 "and 24", depending on your height and comfortable zone.
12. When using velvet on sofas or chairs, be sure to use a barrier with a low pile level. This is because if you put a plush velvet on the seat, you will see the shadow of the person behind when he gets up. Big mistake!
13. Do not hang a mirror between the windows, because it will create distracting effects from the presentation. And do not place mirrors in EVERY room or EVERY mantel! Mirrors themselves are not art, and your room needs art.
14. The ideal space between the mirror and the top of the fireplace is 7 inches.
15. Every room in your house or apartment needs black, whether it be the placement of black furniture, upholstery or accessories.
16. In winter, use a warm accent color to highlight certain areas in the living room to achieve a modern look without making you feel cold. For example, if you have a white or pale sofa, throw a few orange or red pillows on it; leave the orange vase on the shelf above the TV; get a golden, white or ruby red carpet to lay on the coffee table.
17. In the old days, women matched their pillows on the bedspread. Nowadays, it will look smarter in order to have different catchy pillows from different fabrics. Do not connect pillows as if they were on Noah's Ark. Try an odd number of pillows on the couch.
18. Throw pillows with Turkish corners so much that they look more luxurious than the “perfect” linear and ordinary square. And they soften and complement the modern sofa very well.
19. To create a peaceful reading space for your sofa, use plush knitwear and tapestries with pillows of various sizes, along with quilted satin. Choose close colors for pillows to balance the look; The satin you use will add romance.
20. To watch TV, the traditional guide for viewing distance is 2 times the size of the TV screen.
21. The ideal height to hang a flat-screen TV is at eye level when you are in the viewing position.
Bedroom
22. For most modern bedrooms, the bed should be 23 inches from the floor, not higher.
23. When placing a bed, make sure that you are carrying 24 hours a day. between the bed and the wall to comfortably get out of bed.
24. Use creamy or pale yellow paper linen on the walls of the bedroom - this gives your most private room a softness that no paint can match!
25. The bench at the foot of the bed should be at least 2 inches shorter than the width of the mattress.
26. To create a rustic rustic bedroom, keep a bed, a bench, a bedside table and a chest of drawers in a light colored wood, with a wooden laminated pine or cedar floor. And ideally the bed should have four posters.
27. If you like rustic rustic English-style designs, make sure you want the following: an old chest or a bench with abstract light paint at the foot of the bed, a wicker dustbin, untouched white linen on the bed, white transparent curtains, a chair made of lime and carpet, a lot of fun daisies and much more.
28. To decorate a classic bedroom with a welcoming look, instead of having a bench, put it in a decorative sofa at the foot of the bed. Take the bed, dresser and chair that are carved. Hang the chandelier in the ceiling. Lay a thick bed with tassels to add to the richness of the bedroom. Place the crystal photo frames and vases on the dresser.
29. A bed runner should be 18-24 inches wide and about 24 to 30 inches longer than the width of your bed.
Canteen
30. Do not place a round dining table in a long rectangular dining room and, conversely, refrain from placing a rectangular table in a square dining room.
31. At the dinner table, allow at least 24 hours. space for each person. Again when placing the dining table, allow at least 48 from the edge of the table to the wall or sideboard.
32. Choose dining chairs for how they look and function. Paradoxically, they should not be so comfortable, because it will contribute to poor communication during lunch. If the dining chairs are a bit uncomfortable, it makes people attentive to the conversation.
33. To catch attention, you can place chairs in different designs or colors at each end of the dining table. This violates visual monotony and stupidity.
34. To make the small dining room larger in size, place the glass dining table as efficient as possible, because the glass worktop opens up a top view. Have you heard of the "transparent space"?
35. Make sure that the height difference between dining tables and chairs is 11 "-13" for most comfortable seating.
36. To dress up your dining room, place a wine rack next to the dining table, add a pleasant character to the space if you like to collect wines. A wine cabinet with modern chrome creates a sense of modernity, and distracting wrought iron will look rustic.
37. To add warmth and comfort to your room, use non-varnished equipment; to create cool and modern laner, use lacquered, glass, metal furniture.
38. A large-scale article can take your room up a notch. For example, use a large lampshade on a large lamp, an oversized vase, or an extensive ottoman. They will have a wow effect.
Bridal Numbers
39. For children's rooms, the most modern concept is that instead of the usual bunk bed, pull out one of them. The first bunk bed has the usual height, and the second bed can slide under the first one. Thus, the upper bed will serve as a sofa in the daytime, and the lower one can be pulled out at night. This way you save more space for your children.
40. If the nursery is long, use two single beds; placing them close by would be unnecessary space. Place one bed after another against the wall and create a storage section between them.
Kitchen
41. Before you begin to design the kitchen, you need to understand the concept of "working triangle". This is an imaginary form that connects the center of the sink, culinary tops and refrigerator. Recommendation: The sum of the three sides should not exceed 24 feet, and each hand of the triangle should be in the range of 4 feet to 9 feet. This idea is not only aesthetic, but also functional - you don't have to travel. between three key points in the kitchen and increased efficiency.
42. The island with a width of 5 inches for a long time is ideal for most kitchens in this country. You want to get to it without hindrance. And you, of course, do not want an aircraft carrier in your kitchen.
bathroom
43. The bathroom is a very private space. To turn it from a room in a white clinic into a visual attraction, buy a worktop in clean lines and place it on a wooden vanity. It offers perfect contrast while remaining classic, and always looks chic. Wood vanity also gives you plenty of storage space.
44. Refrain from matching your plumbing tiles to the floor. It is always safe to choose white or off-white plumbing, no matter what color your tile has.
45. For modern interior finishing tiles for tiles of 2 × 1. Use neutral colors in beige, slate or light gray to make the bathroom more smooth.
46. As an element of emphasis, bright gauzes on the wall are magical, complementing the basic tiles in the bathroom. You can place tiles with lighting one below the other from the ceiling to the floor, at least 2 feet wide, right behind the sink or on the shower wall.
47. The rule of the bathroom - the quality and contrast. Buy soap dispensers, vases, toothbrush holders, or any accessories in colors that stand out and differ from the colors of walls and tiles.
48. Never use sconces on a mirror in the bathroom - it will put an unflattering shadow on your face. Place the sconce next to the mirror and this will provide more flattering and natural light.
Walls and ceilings
49. Never paint the ceiling white, because all the white paint has a bit of gray in it, and it rents a room. Paint the ceiling cream. Good ceiling paint - finish color plus 50% white.
50. Before drawing the ceiling and walls, observe the rule of 9 feet. If your ceiling exceeds 9 feet, paint it one shade darker than on the wall. For lower ceilings shorter than 9 feet, one or two shades are lighter for the ceiling.
51. In general, the floor should be slightly darker than the walls.
52. Painting one room at 2 different ends will make it look a little taller.
53. To give your architectural detail to a room when it does not have it, draw a strip from 1.5 to 2 inches wide around the ceiling and up the walls at the corners.
54. As David Hicks said, "if you are going to paint the walls with white, you need art."
55. Where to hang your piece? People come at different heights, so this is a moving target. But a good rule of thumb to begin with, 63 "above the floor - the ideal height for most parts.
56. When you hang a series of paintings in the living room, keep the gap between the pictures 2 "to 2ÃýÃÃÂÂÂÂÃà                                Â  39 between the images and the top of the sofas.
57. If you have a picture that looks too small above your sofa, do not center it. Here is the magic fix - move it a few inches to the left. Negative space will become part of the picture.
58. When framing a picture with a rug, use a rug with a thickness of 8 layers - the increased depth of the resulting bevel can make any image more important.
59. Avoid matching the color of your wall with one of your fabrics. He will be too strong. Try to find the gray version of this color.
60. When you paint walls, move a little harder than you are comfortable. Upon completion of the project, if the color looks too intense, leave the color with its addition and rinse it. Pour the paint into the tray, then with a wet cloth and wipe the new color over the old one. In the end, the color will become a winner and a quieter version that you just love.
Blinds and curtains
61. For a cool Greek look, take wooden window blinds and paint them white. In the meantime, paint the walls with turquoise and use white furniture.
62. Curtains add style, warmth and texture to rooms. For a classic room with large arched or French windows, comb-shaped curtains are a good way.
63. Use curtains as a magic tool to balance your rooms. For example, curtains in turquoise or purple holes complement the sofas in a rough white upholstery. You get the idea.
64. You can use drawer or organza curtains alone or as a second layer behind the main curtain to achieve a variety of different styles - be it modern, rustic or classic. You can experiment with curtains to see which light colors are included.
65. For a modern room, set the tab title. For rooms with classic or rustic furniture, place pleated or full curtains to create a sophisticated look.
Doors and windows
66. The front door sets the tone for what lies beyond. Add grace to your seat with a few door accessories - this is a smart and easy way. Use door handles, knobs, nameplates, mailboxes made of brass, nickel and steel for styles from contemporary to traditional.
67. The door knocker should reflect your style inside. Install a brass knocker, beautifully carved door handles and knobs if your furniture is classic, or use smooth and shiny chrome accessories in geometric patterns to enhance modern talent.
68. In summer, windows should be random, allow the sun and the air, and take the surrounding views. Choose smooth fabrics to keep rooms fresh. Add natural greens and yellow citrus fruits to add crunchy whites; All three colors enhance the feeling of airiness. Winter window treatments tend to be heavier and more formal. Taffeta, Damascus, Chenille, silk and velvet - this is a traditional choice of fabric. Pull them back with a tassel for a fancy look and use a lined tray, matte outdoor draperies that contrast with the luxurious interior trim.
69. Curtains and curtains should always touch the floor!
Furniture and accessories
70. Use your biggest furniture as a focus to start your room plan (in the living room it will be your sofa, bedroom, bed and dining room, dining table). Use the remaining smaller environment to define areas and create an atmosphere.
71. Never place a large piece of furniture at the entrance to a room.
72. The organization of furniture is more art than science. Modular furniture, such as sectional grilles, allows the use of a variety of devices.
73. Place a random chair or a tall plant in a “dead zone”, a zone where it is empty, without obvious use.
74. This may seem counter-intuitive, but sometimes the use of large pieces of furniture in the design of small rooms can greatly enhance your room. Instead of inserting extra small pieces, such as a sofa, ottoman, coffee table and chairs, try setting a larger sectional size, a single table or bench and an accent chair.
75. By grouping the pieces of the sofa together in an L-shaped plan, you create an intimate one that encourages conversation. This location is just as cozy for two guests as it is for six. U-shaped grouping takes a more formal approach, with chairs arranged symmetrically opposite each other and more space between the seats, for easy movement.
76. Transparent accessories, such as glass and crystal products, perfectly complement the entire white room.
77. To achieve flexibility in your room, pay attention to multifunctional furniture, such as a large ottoman or bench, which can also serve as a coffee table.
78. Change your accents in the room for winter and summer, using a variety of furniture. When spring comes, you move the focal point from the fireplace to the garden, orienting the sofa toward the window, to benefit from the garden. When winter begins, relocate the sofa to a warm fireplace.
79. The diagonal arrangement of your pieces of the sofa makes the space of your room more dynamic.
80. Placing a small abstract sculpture instantly activates and modernizes the room.
81. Furniture and objects may have more than one useful life. For example, take the side tables. As a side table, you can use several types of furniture. All you need is a flat surface next to your sofa or armchair with enough space for a combination of lamps, books, drinks, etc. Think about it being non-standard. Судно для молока, деревянный сундук, сундук, проходящий через поколения, или высокий стоп книг, могут хорошо служить вашим потребностям и добавить неожиданный личный штрих к декору вашей комнаты.
82. Аксессуары не обязательно должны быть формальными. Они могут быть случайным выражением прихоти. Смешайте современные вазы и рамы для картин с винтажными игровыми досками или примитивными произведениями искусства; показать старые ручные зеркала r антикварные игрушки с тонким кристаллом; добавлять природные объекты; использовать бумагоделательные машины для камней; добавить миску с листьями на credenza; покажите гладкую коллекцию серебряных подсвечников, чтобы создать палитру контрастных текстур.
83. Принадлежности придают персонажу, рисункам и художественным работам качество и зеркала дают глубину.
the cloth
84. Не становитесь жертвой использования более трех образцов ткани в одной комнате.
85. Если вы любите ткань, но она выглядит слишком сильной, проверьте обратную сторону, и очень часто она может просто сделать трюк.
86. После использования ткани в комнате никогда не используйте ее снова нигде в своем доме. Просто не соответствуйте вашим тканям, потому что это сделает ваши комнаты более декоративными.
87. Можно надежно использовать небольшие тканевые узоры для меньшего помещения - конечно, и для большей комнаты - когда рисунки видны на расстоянии; они, как правило, считаются твердыми.
Ковер и ковер
88. Для узкого зала или узкой лестницы убедитесь, что вы устанавливаете ковер в качестве бегуна и оставляете ширину 3 "с обеих сторон, чтобы сделать зал или лестницу более широкими, чем есть.
89. Ничто не сжимает вашу комнату быстрее, чем помещает крошечную почтовую марку & # 39; ковровое покрытие в гостиной. Вместо этого вам нужен коврик хорошего размера, но нужно держать 12 "дерева, показывая вокруг ковра.
90. Ковер с кожаными бордюрами всегда может сделать комнату богаче.
91. Какие ковры вы покупаете, рисуете или тверды? Если у вас много рисунка в вашей мебели или драпировках, используйте коврик с небольшим видимым рисунком. В противном случае, сложите коврик с рисунком, принесет яркую жизнь в комнату.
Осветительные приборы
92. Ограничьте верхнее освещение в ванных комнатах и прачечных. Верхний свет слишком суровый и плоский. Если из верхних источников слишком много света, мы инстинктивно чувствуем себя разоблаченными. Эмпирическое правило, по крайней мере, 50% освещения не из-за накладных расходов для большинства ваших комнат, кроме коридоров, лестниц и прихожей - это единственные места, где необходимо воздушное освещение.
93. Если в одном направлении слишком много света, наш инстинкт будет сигнализировать о том, что мы не сможем определить опасность. Это вызывает у нас чувство беспокойства.
94. Освещение создает атмосферу, драму и интригу. Все, что вам нужно для этого - использовать как можно больше переключатель диммера. Тип «pre-set» довольно полезен, так как вы можете оставить их затемненными и просто включать и выключать их.
95. За освещенные помещения теряют свою магию. В прекрасной освещенной комнате будет 4 слоя света: утопленные потолочные светильники, потолочные светильники, стены бра и фонари, а также напольные и настольные лампы.
96. Ориентированные на задачи огни в таких комнатах, как кухни и ванные комнаты, должны быть достаточно яркими, чтобы обеспечить достаточный свет на рабочем плане, но в этих комнатах на диммерах должно быть освещенное освещение, чтобы смягчить свет - и настроение - в комнате.
97. Источники света разных температур создают разные эффекты.
98. Ландшафтное освещение - отличный способ предотвратить появление черных окон ночью. Голые деревья и ландшафтные элементы создают потрясающий вид за окном.
99. Не тратьте деньги, чтобы получить дорогостоящую лампу. Инвестируйте в абажуры, а не в лампы. Вы можете получить лампу из Crate & Barrel или даже IKEA и сделать ее великолепной. Используйте старые сари, антикварную китайскую бумагу, шелковистый шелк, все, что вы найдете привлекательным, можно превратить в сказочный абажур.
100. Чтобы создать чистые и современные ноги, используйте белую непрозрачную бумагу для абажура. Суетливые оттенки датируют комнату быстро.
101. Хорошее эмпирическое правило для работы лампы: 50-60 ватт для столовой; 70-80 Вт для верхнего света в ванной и 60 ватт с каждой стороны; 18-ваттные / 830 компактные люминесцентные лампы (для обеспечения адекватного света для чтения согласно Институту освещения); 75-100 Вт для вашей гостиной.
