Small house in Provence style. Provence style house - standard projects and ready-made solutions for modern design (120 photos)

An unusually light mood creates Provence in the interior of an apartment or house. The style is filled with the atmosphere of French country houses, which give incredible peace and unity with nature. The use of the Provence direction in the decoration of a city apartment will allow you to abstract from the hectic life of the metropolis and enjoy the feeling of peace. Provence echoes country and retro style, but has its own special charm.

Distinctive style features

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 comfort of a country house. A description of some of the features characteristic of the style will help bring an atmosphere of French lightness into the interior of the house.

• Use of natural materials in the interior;
• The walls are finished with plaster;
• Furniture and interior items have the effect of aging;
• The ceiling is decorated with ceiling beams;
• The room is filled with light;
• Forged furniture and decor;
• The apartment is filled with fresh flowers and floral patterns.

The photo shows 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 done in light pastel colors. The atmosphere is filled with fresh air and conveys the expanse of the sea coast.

Basic colors for interior design: cream, white, light turquoise, lilac, pale green, lavender, pink and blue.

The entire color palette of Provence has a touch of antiquity and an 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 the 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 given in favor of wood, parquet with wood imitation and tiles.

In the photo, Provence is a kitchen interior with a bar counter in bright colors.

The kitchen set and the rest of the furniture is made of wood in light shades. The kitchen set will complement the apron made of tiles or brickwork.

The dining room will harmoniously accommodate a cupboard with glass doors; ceramic and earthenware dishes can be placed in it.

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 interior of the bedroom is the 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 vegetative bend.

The bedroom looks harmonious with an abundance of fabrics, pillows and accessories. 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's rays and illuminate 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 in a classic white shade for Provence.

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Children's

The walls of the children's room will be decorated with wallpaper in a flower 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 pale blue or pastel pink. A wicker basket or chest will support the style of the room and give you a place to store toys.

Bathroom and toilet

The decoration of the bathroom and toilet in the Provence style is traditionally done in light colors. Tiles can be plain or with a light floral pattern. The tile with the effect of antiquity and scuffs also looks harmonious. A useful function in the interior of the bathroom is performed by wicker baskets and forged shelves.

The photo shows a Provence-style bathroom interior with themed accessories (lavender, wicker baskets, vintage clocks, decorative cages 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 of the same finishing technique as the wardrobe.

Cabinet

The walls and ceiling of the Provence-style office can be finished with wood or plaster. Furniture forged or solid wood. A carpet, fresh flowers in a vase and paintings or photographs in beautiful frames will add coziness to the interior.

Loggia and balcony

The Provence-style balcony will be a great place for morning coffee. The bleached wood finish will add even more light. Roman blinds or roller blinds are used to control daylight. As furniture, you can use a couple of small chairs and a round coffee table.

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 an ideal place for its application.

The area of ​​​​the spacious house allows you to install a full-fledged fireplace, which will become a source of comfort in the hall. Finishing the fireplace is done with masonry or plastered. Over time, scuffs and cracks will only emphasize the style features.

The ceiling will be decorated with wooden beams. The staircase is made of wood, railings and partitions can be forged or also wooden.

Wooden houses have a special chic, the atmosphere is saturated with rustic warmth. Such houses have several cozy corners 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 a set of natural wood look harmoniously in the interior of the kitchen-living room. In the dining area, you can place a dining group made of solid oak.

The photo shows a compact interior of a Provence-style wooden house.

Photos 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 to a small two-room apartment

The characteristic features of Provence in a small euro-two are the color palette (light green and beige shades), aged furniture, light wooden beams in the kitchen, floral patterns 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 upper parts of the doors are glazed and decorated with a decorative layout, which is typical for French country music. Decorative accents are a false fireplace with candles, textiles with floral and striped ornaments, 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, floral wallpaper and curtains in the bedroom, as well as lace and knitted textiles.

Finishing Features

Walls

Rough plaster and brick are considered classic finishes, they can be used in almost any part of the house.

• For the living room, bedroom, wallpaper and hand-painted walls are also suitable;
• In the children's room, you can use photo wallpapers 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 worn 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 plain or with a discreet pattern. Also in the tiled kitchen, the floor will be decorated with a carpet with a short pile.

Ceiling

In a small apartment, the ceiling can be finished with a tensile structure or plaster. In Provence, the use of glossy surfaces is unacceptable. The bedroom and living room will be decorated with ceiling beams, and the spacious hall of the country house will have a beautiful fresco.

In the photo in the interior of the living room, wooden beams were used to finish 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 given in favor of white and natural wood. 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 floral or floral pattern;
• Armchairs are upholstered in fabric in light colors;
• The seating area will be complemented by a low coffee table;
• The dining table is made of solid wood, the chairs are 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;
• Forged shelves and multi-tiered racks, painted in a light shade.

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, tiebacks, ruffles, bows will be an addition. The coloring can be monophonic 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

Decoration plays a significant role in creating the design of an apartment and has its main features. Various ideas for decorating furniture and accessories will help support the overall Provence interior theme.

• There are many fresh flowers in the Provence interior;
• 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 clockwork;

• The interior will be decorated with family photos in unusual frames;
• Mirrors are framed with a wrought iron or wooden frame;

• Suitcases and chests perform not only a decorative function in the interior of the room, but also give additional storage space;

The photo shows an aged suitcase with a floral pattern, decorated using the 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 window sills of the living room and kitchen are decorated with clay pots, vases and bird cages,
• In the interior of the Provence-style bathroom and nursery, a wicker basket looks harmonious, which can be used for linen and toys.

Lighting

Chandeliers can be in the form of a chandelier or with a fabric lampshade. Small lamps with a lampshade are placed on the bedside tables; they can be decorated with fringe and ruffles.

Sconces and floor lamps will designate a recreation area, the frame for a floor lamp can be of a simple straight shape or have an unusual carved relief.

In the photo on the left is the original table lamp with aged drawers.

Ceiling lights separate the cooking area from the living room or dining room. Lighting devices have light pastel shades; it is inappropriate to use metal modern details.

Features of the design of a small apartment

In the conditions of compact city apartments, it is worth focusing on the finishing material during repairs, 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, a miniature bar counter will play the role of a dining table;
• Ceiling beams will help to visually zone the space in the studio apartment;
• In typical Khrushchev houses, the decoration is done mainly in white;
• Windows will be decorated with simple curtains to the floor or short Roman blinds;
• A bed with a wrought iron frame saves space.

Photo gallery

The Provence interior is filled with simple luxury and spaciousness of lavender fields. The design does not use bright flashy colors, the content is concise and calm. Such a design is suitable for any room in a city apartment, and from a cottage or 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 using the Provence style in rooms for various functional purposes.

Provence style is French country. In my opinion, this style has a lot in common with Russian country (as opposed to English and American). This style is very close to me, I like its simplicity and sincerity. I hope that the details of the Provence style described in the publication can inspire you to interesting solutions in the interior design of a country house or a country house.

The Provencal style was named after the region in the south-east of France, which has picturesque landscapes. The beginning of this style lies in the 17th century, its popularity gradually grew, in the 19th century the new style became widespread throughout Europe, especially among bohemian artists and writers. Until now, the Provence style has many fans around the world.

Anyone can create a cozy corner of Provence in their country house, you just need to follow your understanding of beauty and comfort and at the same time try to observe the main features of style.

The main features of Provence or French country style
Near the entrance doors and on the veranda or terrace, you can arrange flowers in pots or boxes, put a wrought iron or wooden bench with pillows and a coffee table. Street forged lanterns and lamps will look very appropriate. On the site, plant flower beds of discreet, simple flowers, you can put a gazebo, entwined with plants, with wicker furniture.

The walls inside the room are usually plastered, while you can not pay much attention to the alignment of the walls. The application of plaster with bulges and irregularities, with visible brickwork, as well as the application of various textures to the plaster (for example, with varying degrees of graininess), is welcome. The plaster is painted in white or light, muted color. There may be wallpaper with a floral pattern, or stripes, as well as fragments of a decorative “stone” tile.

Another type of wall decoration is possible - sheathing with boards, followed by painting in white or pastel color. Boarding is very reminiscent of Russian country, but the difference is that in the Russian style they try to preserve the color and texture of the wood, while in the French, as a rule, the boards are painted in white or pastel colors.

Walls can be decorated with pictures of rural landscapes, herbariums, small tapestries, embroidery of flowers, bouquets, various garden items, kitchen utensils, and cute pets and birds.

Ceilings are painted with light-colored paint, decorative ceiling beams are used - dark tones or whitewashed against a darker ceiling.

The floor is decorated with a parquet or floorboard with a pronounced texture, cracks and potholes, if ceramic tiles are used, then beige-terracotta or grayish tones, the surface is rough or imitating stone.

Provence style doors are mostly white. It is not necessary to buy pure white new doors, you can use existing ones. Ordinary wooden doors can be painted with white paint and artificially age the surface, as well as decorate them with floral ornaments. There may be some minor glazing on the doors.

The windows are large with light, preferably wooden frames in white or warm pastel colors. From the inside, Provence-style windows are decorated with light curtains made of natural fabrics (linen, cotton, chintz, muslin) in light colors, plain or with a floral pattern. The best option is two straight panels, with tie-backs in the form of ribbons.

Furniture in French country style of simple forms, upholstery of armchairs and sofas - plain fabric, or with a floral print, or striped, despite its simplicity, looks elegant. The surfaces of tables, shelves, chests of drawers can be painted with light colors and artificially aged. The facades of cupboards and sideboards are sometimes complemented by paintings on floral or animal motifs.

The Provence-style interior should not contain monotonous furniture sets, furniture trimmed with curlicues and gilding, nickel-plated parts, and plastic furniture. Instead, mix wood, wicker, or wrought-iron pieces of furniture with different surface finishes that give the interior a vintage touch. The design welcomes the use of sofa cushions with a floral pattern or embroidery (made by hand), as well as crocheted doilies with a simple pattern. Blankets for beds are most often quilted, made from natural materials. It is in country-style interiors that hand-made decor items and accessories look very appropriate.

In a style that reflects longevity and tradition, new furniture and flamboyant, frilly accessories will seem foreign. Provence requires a little rust and dust, objects should look as if they have served man faithfully for many years. Forgo shiny metal in favor of wrought iron, bronze or tin, it's great if metal objects have dents and other signs of antiquity. It is not scary if the house has slightly worn bedspreads or pillows with scuff marks.

Another, integral feature of the Provence style is the presence of flowers, in all forms. Not a single French country style interior is complete without flowers, whether they are placed in a ceramic vase, or stand in a pot on the window, whether they flaunt on a linen or painted on a picture.

Various accents will complement the interior decoration, according to your taste (figurines, flower vases and pots, planters, decorative plates, and so on). These can be images of rabbits, ducks, children, sheep, roosters.

Chandeliers and wall lamps, candlesticks, it is desirable to choose forged ones, painted either in white or in dark colors to give the interior a contrast. Lampshades of floor lamps and table lamps can be made of fabric with a light floral print or plain.

The colors of the interior design in the French country style are soft and tender and evoke a feeling of comfort. White is, rather, not even white, but shades of ivory, cream or pale beige. Other colors are borrowed from the surrounding landscape - sunny yellow, sky blue, brick red, mint, peony, sage and lavender, usually muted shades, as if sun-bleached.

If you are a lover of rural romance, antiques, comfort and sincerity in the interior, then the French country style can inspire you with new ideas in interior design. In this style, you can decorate not only a country house, but also a city apartment, or part of it (kitchen, bedroom, nursery, balcony, loggia and even a bathroom).

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3. Mirrors in aged frames and vintage

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Provence style interior is more about the past than about the future. Artificially aged interior details, in the absence of antiques, will come in handy for creating a Provence-style setting. Mirrors in frames with faded gilding, uneven walls and raw stone finishes will give the atmosphere a special charm.

4. Plastered walls

All photos In the photo: Provence style in the design of the living room in the country house of V. Presnyakov and N. Podolskaya

When creating an interior in the Provence style, it is best to plaster the walls and not cover them with wallpaper or other materials, or level them. So you can recreate the appearance of the room, as close as possible to the original Provencal interior.

5. Vintage accessories in the interior

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Vintage items in the interior, such as antique clocks, various accessories, candlesticks, bring a light retro romance. A fireplace or a wall with brickwork will look organic in such an interior.

6. Artificial aging technique

All photos In the photo: Design of a living room in a country house by V. Presnyakov and N. Podolskaya

Finishing features also contribute to the achievement of the “antique” effect: plastered walls, half-worn stucco molding, brickwork create the atmosphere of an old mansion, not devoid of an aristocratic spirit.

7. Musical living room in the attic of a country house

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The living space in the attic can be used for a study or a small musical living room - as it was decided to do for the project of a country house by Vladimir Presnyakov and Natalia Podolskaya.

8. Natural materials in decoration

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The configuration of the room, located in the attic, makes the atmosphere of the living room chamber, truly cozy. Natural materials in the decoration - wood and stone - help to achieve the same effect. Candles and antique-style lamps create a romantic mood. A movie projector, which is used instead of a TV, saves a little space in the music room due to the fact that the screen can be rolled up.

9. Lavender accents in the living room

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For the interior of a country house in the Provence style, the selection of colors is also characteristic. Lavender hues, so characteristic of the landscape of Provence, are found in the design of the musical living room. A soft sofa and decorative pillows are made in delicate shades of lilac.

Provence style in the interior of the kitchen in a country house. Photo from portfolio

The kitchen in a country house occupies, perhaps, a more honorable place than in a city apartment, because it often prepares dishes from farm products grown in environmentally friendly conditions. Therefore, the main requirement for arranging a kitchen in a private house is that it should be spacious and bright. Provence style is perfect for the interior of the kitchen in the house and cottage.

10. Provence style in the interior of the kitchen-dining room

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A convenient solution would be to organize a studio space of a kitchen-dining room combined with a living room. In a country house, the tendency to combine these three zones is almost more relevant than in apartment design.

11. Bar counter in Provence style

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To separate zones, you can use a very popular technique - a bar counter that performs several functions at once. In this interior, the kitchen takes up little space, while it is equipped with modern appliances and all the necessary accessories.

12. Provence style in the interior of the kitchen with light furniture

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Light furniture in the Provence style kitchen interior makes the space light and airy. As interior designer Anzhelika Prudnikova says, furniture can very advantageously emphasize the features of the interior, but poorly selected furniture elements, on the contrary, completely spoil it.

13. Creamy and blue accents in the interior of Provencal cuisine

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In the design project of the country house of Vladimir Presnyakov and Natalia Podolskaya, the kitchen occupies a special place. Furnished with love and attention to detail, it attracts attention with all these little things and the bright colors chosen by the designer. Creamy and blue accents against a light background of the kitchen interior create a cozy atmosphere of the French country. In the interior of the kitchen, the main emphasis is placed precisely on the fact that Provence belongs to the country direction.

14. Kitchen island in the interior of the dining room

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In the middle of the kitchen is a rectangular kitchen island that can be used both as a storage shelf, as a bar counter with a wine cellar, and as a work surface. In addition, it further delimits the space, highlighting the dining area.

Provence style in the interior of a bedroom in a country house

Provence style very organically emphasizes the color of the bedroom in a country house.

15. Light colors and floral motifs

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The light, bluish tones chosen for the design of the bedroom in this country house make it look like a cloud. A fluffy white carpet confirms the first impression of this interior. This effect is also achieved by light furniture in the Provence style, which seems light and almost weightless.

16. Brickwork in the interior

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Brickwork is also quite common in Provence-style interiors. It adds country features even to refined French-style furnishings, makes the interior more “homely”, but does not simplify it, but on the contrary, refreshes and gives it originality.

17. Candlesticks and framed photographs

Candlesticks and framed photographs are invariable accessories in a Provence-style bedroom. They bring elements of nostalgia, home comfort and are one of the main decorations and highlights of the interior.

18. The combination of Provence and neoclassicism in the interior of the bedroom

To decorate a bedroom, designers often prefer to mix two styles - provence and neoclassic. Thanks to this, the Provence style is “ennobled”, becoming more refined in French. At the same time, the features of Provence are preserved, and this is the secret of the special comfort of such bedrooms.

19. Boudoir area with an oval mirror

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In the design of the bedroom, the boudoir area with a dressing table is an ornament and an important component of the interior. The oval mirror echoes the shape of the semi-circular headboard and the decorative stucco arch above it, as well as the stucco pattern on the ceiling.

20. Delicate pistachio color scheme

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For the design of the bedroom, light, almost pale pistachio or pale green shades were chosen. This color scheme echoes the floral and plant motifs characteristic of the Provence style.

Provence style in the interior of children's rooms. Photo from portfolio

Provence style is often used for. Such features of the Provencal style as tenderness, lightness, grace and a slight touch of romanticism are successfully used to create the atmosphere of a girl's bedroom.

21. Textiles in the interior of the nursery in the style of Provence

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The abundance of textiles is typical for the design of a children's room for a girl in the Provence style. A four-poster sofa bed, carpet, floral curtains, fabric upholstered chairs create a harmonious whole thanks to carefully selected colors and patterns.

22. Slate board in the interior of a children's room

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The slate board surprisingly harmoniously fits into the design of the children's room in the Provence style. Such a board is not only functional, but also a necessary part of the design concept. Printed cushions and furniture add a retro touch to this cozy interior.

23. Pink children's room in Provence style

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The pink colors in this children's room are mainly the "merit" of textiles. The bedspread and curtains, made in pink tones, are a sufficient condition for the bedroom interior to be completely transformed. The light cream background of the interior is an excellent basis for applying additional accents.

24. Chandelier with butterflies in the interior of a children's room

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The original chandelier with butterflies is one of the main decorations for the interior of a child's room for a girl. The ceiling lamp is in harmony with the look of the bedroom, emphasizing the airiness of the elegant setting.

25. Posters of plant themes in the interior

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Plant and flower themes often prevail in the decor of Provencal interiors. A lot of accessories, framed posters, knick-knacks, porcelain figurines and other gizmos in this spirit, dear to the heart of a young hostess, perhaps look most organically in an interior decorated in the Provence style.

26. Round bed in the children's room for a girl

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A round-shaped bed in this children's room in a combination of Provence and neoclassical styles resembles a pearl, carefully covered with light falling folds of a translucent canopy. The resemblance to a pearl is enhanced by mother-of-pearl shades, warmed by pale pink colors.

The interior of the hallway in the style of Provence in a country house. Photo 2018-2019

The entrance hall in the house, of course, is a kind of calling card and can tell a lot about its owners. In particular, about what style is chosen for the design of the entire home.

27. Retro style in the hallway of a country house

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A spacious entrance hall or a hall in a country house is a place where the imagination of designers can unfold. Even the framework of a given style does not limit the desire for creativity and self-expression. One of the main features of the Provence-style hallway in a country house is a large number of accessories that endow the interior with its own history and special charisma. Looking at the hallway, one can assume a rich history that is hidden behind the details of its interior. A mirror in an artificially aged frame, a stone floor, stucco, rustic wall surfaces and, of course, a large number of vintage photos undoubtedly want to tell the observer something.

28. Library in the lobby of a country house

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Another of the design solutions is a small library almost under the stairs. This detail adds mystery to the atmosphere, finally convincing that the interior is a reflection of personality and family traditions, as well as a keeper of history.

Provence is an interior design style that is well suited for both country houses and small apartments with a standard layout. It originated in France, in the town of Provence. The everyday customs of its inhabitants, the way of their daily life, the spirit and color of the local nature are reflected in the canons of interior design.

The main features of the style:

• finishing with natural materials: metal, wood, stone;
• the color palette of the style - as if burnt out from long exposure to the sun, light pastel colors;
• small floral ornaments;
• good illumination due to large windows and local sources of artificial light;
• vintage, aged or restored furniture of elegant forms;
• decoration with the help of manual labor: artistic painting, woodcarving, weaving, knitting and sewing;
• an abundance of live and dry bouquets, indoor plants;
• light, translucent;
• textile decorations - ruffles, richelieu, lace;
• mandatory presence of forged elements. At the same time, forging is allowed only in French openwork, thin and elegant;
• clay, ceramic or porcelain decor details;
• open racks and shelves with accessories placed on them;
• slight negligence in the arrangement of furniture.

Zoning

Living quarters in Provence may or may not be divided into rooms. The layout of each room is based on the principle of freedom of space in the center and its fullness at the edges. If separation occurs, it is desirable that the rooms are not too large. If it is not there, then the zoning of a large space into functional areas is carried out with the help of finishing materials, furniture, large potted plants or curtains.

Walls

Usually the walls are covered with paint or plaster, which do not hide their natural defects: irregularities and roughness. Partially or completely, the walls can be decorated with brickwork or natural stone laying, friezes and stucco. On a light wall background, any decor items look good. A vaulted wooden ceiling or exposed beams against a whitewashed background will perfectly emphasize the style. A simpler solution is painting in one of the traditional Provence colors.

floors

Plank wood floors showing signs of wear should be bleached or painted a lighter shade. Laying tiles or parquet will not break the style either.

Windows and doors

Doors and window frames are wooden, aged in appearance, painted in one of the shades of white or retained their natural color. It is desirable that the fittings be made of wrought iron. The wider the window openings, the better, even the option of panoramic glazing is possible - from ceiling to floor. Floral painting on the inner door surface will add originality and romance to the interior, and a glass insert will allow light rays to penetrate through it.

Furniture

Despite a touch of wear and tear, furniture in Provence looks much lighter and more elegant than in others. Whitewashed or pastel-colored wooden furniture with wrought iron elements, high arched legs, carvings and monograms - each piece of furniture is selected to solve not only functional, but also decorative tasks.

In the interior of the French province there are always low pot-bellied sideboards, painted chests of drawers, cabinets and mezzanines. Small dressing tables are placed throughout the house and decorated with ceramic plant pots.

Rooms can be furnished with self-restored antiques or purchased antiques. In addition, on sale you can find collections of brand new stylized furniture with artificially applied elements of aging.

To create a light summer mood, the Provence style involves the use of wicker rattan furniture, in particular, rocking chairs.

The colors of Provence are pastel, soft. No annoying screaming splashes are allowed. Warm shades of white set the background against which sandy yellow, brown, green, blue, pink accents are placed. Whitened pale blue, lemon, olive, lavender colors are also used.

Textile

Textiles play one of the leading roles in creating an interior in the Provence style. The most important criterion for choosing a fabric is its naturalness. The most commonly used here are cotton, linen, wool, muslin, chintz. The ornament and color of all textiles in the room must be identical. Most often, this is a small floral or floral pattern. Less common are geometric patterns: a cage and a strip. Hand embroidery, knitting and handmade rugs will make any interior sentimental.

Traditionally, windows in Provence overlook the garden. To enjoy the view of fresh greenery and flowers, the curtains are made transparent and light or removed altogether.

Lighting

Also, one of the most important conditions for the Provence style is a sufficient supply of natural light. The houses of the inhabitants of the French province of the same name are flooded with the sun most of the time, which causes blurry, faded colors of the interior. At night, lighting should also be well organized. Its immediate participants are a massive central chandelier with crystal pendants on a metal frame or in the form of several candlesticks, decorated tabletops and stylized kerosene lamps.

Decor

Large round mechanical clocks with Roman numerals, mirrors, rectangular or round mirrors, landscape paintings, engravings, photos or just empty wooden frames, suitcases, boxes, vases, fruit bowls, candlesticks, vases, bird cages, beautiful painted porcelain dishes and figurines , decorative plates on the walls - it is these little things that make Provence Provence. Handicraft items emphasize the rustic charm of the interior, and even a wagon wheel can serve as a stylish interior decoration.

The symbol of Provence is lavender and lavender color. The inhabitants of this French province constantly decorate their homes with flowers: fresh and dried, meadow and domestic, arranging them in vases and pots of white and blue shades or hanging them around the room in flowerpots. For decorating with flowers, the most unexpected items are sometimes used, for example, a rubber boot, a teapot, a bucket or a box that has served its time. Sometimes the herbarium is simply hung on the wall.

Another recognizable attribute of Provence is the rooster, the symbol of France. Especially often his figurines and images are found in the kitchen or in the dining room.

Provence style bedroom

The decoration of the rest room warms and soothes with warm, delicate shades. The unobtrusive floral ornament on the wallpaper looks great. In this case, a combination of finishes is allowed, for example, one of the walls is crumbled, upholstered with wood or decorated with paintings. The ceiling is traditionally flat and white.

The main attention in the bedroom is given to the bed, which is its compositional center. Wooden models of natural light colors or warm shades of white, decorated with carvings, harmoniously fit into the interior of the French hinterland. A vintage forged model with simple, smoothly curved outlines will also be a good choice. The rug next to the bed warms bare legs.

A light canopy that creates a feeling of airiness and hand-embroidered lace bedding perfectly convey the romanticism of Provence.

In addition to the bed, furniture in the Provencal bedroom usually contains wooden or wrought iron armchairs and chairs woven from rattan, banquettes, bedside tables with thin legs, antique dressing tables, chest of drawers or wardrobe.

Decorative pillows, rugs, bedspreads, and other various textiles soften the interior and bring comfort, which is so necessary in this room. The upholstery of upholstered furniture is stuffed, made of natural coarse fabric or cashmere.

Curtains with all kinds of frills, flounces and ruffles protect from sunlight and decorate the window. The color palette of curtains, wallpapers, furniture upholstery, linens and other decorative elements must be completely or partially identical.

The main chandelier is usually installed in the center of the ceiling, with glass shades on forged holders or a dense fabric lampshade with a fringe. Quieter light, suitable for night reading, is provided by curly table lamps on bedside tables, sconces or floor lamps.

Often found in the French bedroom. A natural or artificial hearth will undoubtedly add comfort, help relieve stress and distract from disturbing thoughts.

Cute little things like flower vases or animal figurines bring the room to life. Wood-framed prints of rural scenery or flowers are appropriate wall decorations. Mirrors in an elegant frame help to create a special intimate atmosphere.

Provence style bathroom

Tiles are commonly used in bathroom cladding. The color palette includes gentle tones of blue, pink, sand. For finishing the floor, darker terracotta and brown shades are acceptable. Forged metal parts, which Provence abounds in, are painted in gilded, silver, mother-of-pearl colors. For walls, it is recommended to choose options with patterns that match the style, and for the floor, a texture that imitates natural wood is well suited. From the bright elements of tiles or mosaics, you can fold a kind of rug in front of the bathroom, in the center of the room, or decorate your mother's bath, and decorate the wall with a colorful panel.

It is desirable that the room is filled with natural light and fresh air through the window. Glass in such a window should be divided into several cells.

Plumbing in Provence-style bathrooms has all the modern features, but has smooth curves and an antique look, like brushed brass faucet with two valves.

The oval-shaped bathtub stands apart on curved legs. Made from either cast iron or acrylic, it can be protected by a wood grain draped tablet screen.

A metal, porcelain or marble sink is built into a wooden cabinet or chest of drawers. In other cases, it has a console on forged, faience legs or with a cast base.

A shower cabin with wood-like side panels can also safely fit into the style, despite its modernity.

The central chandelier in the bathroom on a whitewashed ceiling is not much different from the chandeliers in other rooms.

Aged wooden furniture with wrought iron fittings is also relevant for the bathroom. For example, a solid chest of drawers, a cabinet, a pencil case, a wall cabinet will successfully fit into the interior. Folded towels and linen are conveniently laid out on open wooden shelves. If space permits, a leather or wicker chair can be placed here.

As style accessories in the bathroom there are thin forged or rural-styled towel racks, wicker baskets made of wicker, a mirror framed by a handmade frame.

Provence style kitchen

French country is the coziest style. Every detail of its interior is imbued with maternal love and care. The tones are soft and calm. Sometimes in French kitchens there is furniture made in dark colors. In this case, the interior decoration and the rest of the decor should be light.

The walls in the kitchen are plastered and painted. Aged wood, tile, stone and brick are most often used locally, to highlight any zones. For example, the "apron" of the working area is lined with natural stone, tiles with a discreet floral pattern or mosaic masonry. The same materials are used for finishing the floor.

A Provence-style kitchen set is easy to purchase from any major furniture manufacturer. But you can also collect assorted items in the kitchen, found in a single copy and restored. This solution is especially relevant for country houses.

A cabinet with a stone top, a sink with a brass valve mixer will successfully fit into a stylized interior. A small square table successfully conveys the atmosphere of a country house. A cupboard with glass doors or simply nailed wooden shelves show off the dishes. Cute little things are placed on open shelves: beautiful ceramic plates, vases with dry flowers, candlesticks, wicker baskets.

Textile is the most recognizable style attribute. Its color and pattern is repeated on all elements: tablecloths, napkins, chair upholstery.

Dining room

In the dining room, decorated in the Provence style, the textures of brickwork or relief plaster are most acceptable. It is recommended to stick to matte milky, beige, pale yellow, light green tones.

Furniture

Solid vintage furniture plays with warm shades of white or natural wood colors. An aged wooden table, round or rectangular, with carved legs, marks the visual center of the room. Chairs, most often, are selected with a classic look, upholstered in natural coarse fabric. The dining room is often combined with a kitchen or living room.

Provence style living room

The floors in the living room are usually wooden, plank or natural stone or tile. Replacement with laminate is not allowed.

Furniture

Graceful. The art of the designer is to make the touch of wear not repulse, but enchant. The furniture is arranged slightly casually. A chest of drawers with a mirror suspended above it, a sideboard with porcelain services, vases and other cute little things, other pieces of furniture merge into a single composition of a French rural house. And of course, it is hard to imagine Provence without a fireplace in the living room! A chair by the fireplace, covered with a blanket, attracts attention, creating an incredible comfort in the room.

The group of upholstered furniture consists of a sofa and several armchairs with natural fabric upholstery, placed around the table. The latter can be round or rectangular, with carved or curved wooden legs. Light curtains, carpet on the floor, sofa upholstery and other textiles echo each other in color and ornament. Lots of decorative pillows and knick-knacks set the sentimental mood.

As accessories, everything that causes nostalgia for your home is suitable, for example, family photos in frames, old canvases.

The hallway is usually the smallest and darkest room in the house. Therefore, for finishing materials it is better to choose colors lighter. On the walls in the hallway, the texture of the brickwork looks interesting, bleached or covered with paint in a warm light shade.

Stylish decoration relies on a wooden front door with wrought iron handles and a large mirror in a beautiful frame. From furniture, small mezzanines, cabinets, chest of drawers are preferred. It is good if there is a place for a sofa made of wood or wrought iron, painted white. Chintz, cotton or linen with a small floral pattern are suitable as upholstery.

Provence style nursery

Provence style is well suited for a nursery. Natural materials will preserve health, and natural colors will have a beneficial effect on the emerging psyche of the child.

To decorate the walls in the nursery, pastel-colored wallpaper is most often used, with or without patterns. For boys, a checkered or striped pattern is well suited, and for girls - in the form of small bouquets or individual flowers.

It is better to cover the floors with parquet, board or tiles with a rug so that the child does not catch a cold and does not slip. Multi-level plasterboard structures on the ceiling would be out of place here. It is better to choose a fabric stretch fabric.

Artistic painting of walls, doors or furniture with acrylic paints, made with the help of professionals or independently, will add uniqueness to the interior.

A bed, a bedside table, a children's sofa, a table and a chair for classes, a wardrobe - this is a modest set of items for furnishing a child's room. You can choose neutral furniture that does not stand out in the interior, or, on the contrary, you can focus on it with the help of an interesting color and ancient graceful shapes. Stylish wicker boxes and baskets are perfect for storing toys in them.

The girl’s sleeping place is decorated with rich textiles and many pillows; a canopy is hung over the headboard. In boys, the bed has a more ascetic look.

The child's room should be well lit. In addition to the main chandelier, additional local lamps are installed by the bed, above the study table, above the play area.

Photos of the Provence style apartment

Provence style perfectly adapts to the modern conditions of urban life. This can be clearly seen in the example of a stylish in Barcelona, ​​owned by a family with three children.

Some fragmentation is overcome thanks to the spatial continuity of the interior decoration. The dazzling white color of the walls and ceiling, decorated with stucco, fills the rooms with air and light. Against this clean background, the patterned tiles on the floor look especially bright. Thanks to the changing details of patterns and color accents, it brings amazing dynamics to the interior and at the same time serves as a zoning of space. The heating system and the beauty of the ornament led to the absence of rugs and rugs. It is worth noting that it is much easier to care for tiles than other floor coverings. This is important for a family with growing children.

The dining room and living room are combined. In the living area, simple rectangular-shaped furniture is arranged a little chaotically, which creates a natural, playful mood. Children in such an environment feel very comfortable.

The sofa is upholstered in gray natural fabric with a slightly rough texture in the spirit of the Provence style. The flamboyant design of the table and decorative pillows are designed in the color scheme of the floor tiles.

A few mirrors framed in wrought iron, a poster, globes and other little things complete the look of the room, making it whole.

The dining area appears larger and deeper thanks to a large mirror on the wall. On a snow-white background, an angular old-fashioned sideboard focuses attention, flaunting wine glasses, salad bowls and dishes. The composition of dry plants also emphasizes the style, being its indispensable attribute. She brings a touch of naturalness to the overall composition of the interior. Family photos in colored frames dilute this rather compressed environment, denoting the true values ​​of the apartment owners.

Sunlight, fresh breath of the sea, natural color - all these are integral features of the Provence style. Together with him, the warmth and comfort of the rural life of southern France come to the house.

The Provencal style can be formed by more than one generation, absorbing all the new details and acquiring its own, unique character. But he will always be characterized by elegance and softness, freshness and lightness, simplicity and airiness, romanticism and subtle sensuality.

The rural style of the country is well expressed by the Provence style in the interior of a country house. The color scheme, subtleties may vary, but the general appearance is similar for everyone. The most popular at the moment is French Provence.

The Provence-style interior is distinguished by light finishes, natural materials, rustic textiles and elegant yet comfortable decor.

A country house in the Provencal style is the embodiment of not only the rural life of the southern province, its culture. He “breathes” him with calmness, peace. Being inside, you plunge into the atmosphere of the hot sun, warmth, sea, romanticism.

Country house in Provence style has a special, light atmosphere

Provence style denies modern devices, furniture made of plastic and steel. Wood, pastel colors, green plants in pots are relevant here, the decor is comfortable and simple. The villagers are not in a hurry, they are not chasing fashion and novelties, therefore, being in a Provence-style room, the furniture is shabby, artificially aged, natural materials, antiques, and many decor items.

The interior of the room consists of simple elements, artificially aged materials and antique decor items.

Distinctive features:

• lack of bright, saturated shades;
• walls, ceiling several shades lighter than the floor;
• aged furniture elements;
• all textiles from natural fabrics;
• the main print is floral;
• the windows are large, with many sections;
• no heavy curtains.

In this interior there is no place for bright flashy colors, and calm pastel shades are preferred.

The whole room, furniture, decor in most cases, has a white, light color. The weather is very hot in the homeland of this style, so they try to create an atmosphere of coolness and lightness in living quarters.

In French-style interiors, there are many dried and fresh flowers placed in vases, tubs or herbariums.

Color features

The Provencal style compares favorably with others with its unobtrusive, pastel colors. At first glance, it may seem that everything is the same color, but if you look closely, you can find many different shades. The atmosphere of hot southern countries cannot be saturated for a long time; it quickly fades in the sun. Decor or furnishings can be bright.

For decoration use shades of pink, light brown and green.

Variations of pastel colors are also suitable for furniture, decor and textiles.

The main shades of this style: white, pale green, yellow and mint, beige, blue, lemon, azure, terracotta. All these colors can be used both for finishing the room and for decorating.

Room decoration

Finishing a country house begins with drawing up a plan, purchasing material. All repairs are carried out in stages.

Rustic style welcomes an abundance of small decorative elements that make the home habitable and cozy.

wall decoration

In rooms decorated in the Provence style, the main option for processing walls is decorative plaster. It is applied in many ways, the surfaces can be uneven, rough. Shades of vertical surfaces should be light. Because of this, the room visually expands, refreshes, a feeling of cleanliness appears, and it becomes possible to install any decor.

Plaster on walls is often specially applied with irregularities.

The walls can be finished with wooden panels. In such cases, all decoration is carried out from natural materials. Provence style allows you to paint wall panels in white or beige, artificial scuffs look great on them. If the owner wants to create the interior decoration of a village hut, you can make decorative structures, for example, in the kitchen, vertical surfaces can be finished with tiles or mosaics.

In the design of the walls, structural elements are used, for example, logs are not painted, but only treated with protective compounds

Ceiling

In the Provencal style, the ceiling is painted in light shades, whitewashed. In some cases, the surface is decorated with wooden beams, it is possible to emphasize contrasts favorably, use the method of artificial aging. If a living room or dining room is being designed, the ceiling can be decorated with stucco.

As a rule, the ceiling has a light color and contrasting wooden beams.

Stucco molding is appropriate on the ceiling in the living room, but it should also look aged

Floor

The classics of this style are wooden floors. They can be dyed or left unfinished. All finishing materials must be natural, of high quality. If a kitchen, another utility room is being designed, you can put tiles on the floor, for example, brown. Designers consider this option practical.

In living rooms, the most logical thing is a wooden floor. Parquet, laminate or engineering board - it's up to you

You can tile in the bathroom and kitchen. This solution is practical from the point of view of cleaning.

Windows and doors

In Provence style, window openings, doors are preferably made of wood. They can be left in natural processing, painted, artificially aged. In order to have more natural light in the room, transparent glass inserts can be made in the doors. In this style, the "French window" technique is often used. That is, an opening is made from the ceiling to the floor, the window can be used as a door.

The highlight of the style is the “French window” from floor to ceiling, which can be made in the form of glazed door sections.

Doors can serve as contrasting elements if they are made of dark wood.

Selection and arrangement of furniture

Provence style in a country house means massive wicker or wrought iron furniture. Plastic, steel, fittings are prohibited. If there is not enough money for a real tree, you can purchase elements from chipboard, MDF with high-quality imitation.

For a rural style, solid wood furniture or a worthy imitation with a characteristic design is suitable.

If the hostess or owner of the house is a creative person, you can collect old furniture from friends, acquaintances, market sales and put it in order and restore it yourself. Here, online master classes, advice from more experienced lovers of this style, will be excellent “helpers”.

Real Provence is wooden or wicker furniture with forging elements.

The main decoration of the room, decorated in a rustic Provence style, are sideboards, chests of drawers, cabinets, chairs, mezzanines. All of them should be of solid size, in good condition, painted in light, pastel shades. Paintings, engraving on facades are allowed. The dining room will add chic to the dining group, consisting of a massive table and several chairs. In the living room, you can put a few wicker chairs on which to put a few pillows. You can throw a ruffled bedspread over the sofa.

If you want to visually free up space, hang simple shelves instead of massive cabinets and sideboards.

Selection of decorative elements, textiles

Country style and, accordingly, Provence "loves" high-quality, natural fabrics (linen, silk, cotton, muslin, chintz). Drawings are preferably vegetable, for example, flowers. Such prints are ideal for decorative pillows, light curtains, tablecloths. Windows are decorated with tulle with interceptions, ruffles, tassels. The bedroom is covered with quilted blankets. Elements created by your own hands will perfectly fit into the interior. Lampshades, floor lamps, floor lamps can be decorated with fabric inserts with a floral print.

When choosing textiles, give preference to natural fabrics - cotton, linen, silk or chintz

The right mood in the room creates an abundance of all kinds of decor, many of the elements of which can be made by hand.

The walls are decorated with paintings depicting nature, rural life. Place small, wicker baskets, candlesticks on shelves, a table, put a few lace napkins, ceramic dishes. Mirrors are hung in forged frames. In the village you can not do without flowers in pots and flowerpots, on the wall there is a herbarium.

Lighting

Each style has certain requirements regarding the selection and placement of lighting fixtures.

Lamps often use open lamps in the form of candles.

Basic rules of Provence style

Several light sources are installed in the rooms to help zone the room and add accents to certain decor elements.

Decoration of a suburban area

In order to fully feel the atmosphere of Provence style, one should not forget about decorating not only a residential building, but also a land plot. The landscape can be easily transformed with a small pergola, an old-fashioned fence with a miniature gate, wicker garden furniture. Along the gazebo, you can plant grapes, which will grow over time, spray roses, lilacs, wisteria.

The appearance of the house and everything that is nearby should correspond to the chosen style.

If there is a place in the garden, you can place a small gazebo or even a summer kitchen near the house.

Provence style is preferred by people who are calm, living in harmony with themselves. These are not necessarily poor individuals, there are also wealthy owners who seek to create a homely atmosphere in their country house, warm, without any luxury. Everything is as simple and convenient as possible.

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