The rustic style in the interior of a country house is becoming more and more popular from year to year. And this is easily explained. Modern people, especially those living in the metropolis, are tired of glass, concrete, synthetic finishing materials. A feature of the rustic interior is the use of only natural, environmentally friendly materials. And the apparent simplicity makes it even more attractive.
Style features
The rustic style in the country, in a country house is especially attractive. It successfully combines current and past trends. In each country, this style gains its own national characteristics (Provence, American ranch, country). But there are details that unite them:
- room decoration with natural materials;
- use of handmade accessories;
- simple form furniture;
- diverse textiles.
At first glance, it may seem that it is enough to combine all these components and you will get a rustic style. But today, designers distinguish three main areas: French, English and Russian. In addition, Italian pastoral, Scandinavian style, American ranch are popular in the world. All these varieties have their own characteristics and characteristic details.
Russian rustic style
This is the embodiment of simplicity and harmony. Here reigns a natural tree. And not only in the decoration of walls and ceilings, but also in the manufacture of furniture, and even utensils. The furniture used is simple, often the interior is complemented by a chest and a rocking chair. Beams and rafters are always open, as was the case in the old Russian huts. The floors are usually made of wooden boards. You can use the old, but brought in proper form.
Russian rustic style in the interior of a country house suggests the presence of a stove. Not all owners will want to build a bulky whitewashed stove, but a stylized design must be installed. In extreme cases, you can use a three-dimensional panel simulating a furnace. For a general look, a bunch of logs and poker come in handy.
The furniture in such houses is usually set bright, without too much chic. The room is illuminated with lampshade, as well as stylized kerosene. When picking up dishes, discard any plastic elements - only clay, wood and glass. As accessories, you can use clay figures.
French style
This rustic style in the interior of the country house is based on bright colors and pastel blue shades. In the elements of decor, preference is given to red. Textiles are preferable to choose in pastel colors. Here, as in the previous embodiment, open overlap is allowed.
The walls are decorated with stone. This technique allows you to feel as if you are not in a country house, but in a medieval castle. And, of course, there should be a place for a fireplace in it. You can install a gas, electric or traditional option - the choice depends on the wishes of the owner of the housing.
It is desirable that the furniture be antique or at least resemble it. Mostly artificial wood aging methods are used now , but if you still have a great-grandmother’s cabinet, then it will be very useful.
English style
If you like a rustic style in the interior of a country house (English version), you need to know that in this case only light wood is used. Equally important is the presence of a fireplace (electric, gas). Place a comfortable armchair with armrests and a high back near it or a sofa.
Particular attention should be paid to window openings. They should be as large as possible, and the glass in them - divided into segments. Curtains in a rustic style (English) should be made of natural fabric in a cage. The same pattern should be used in the upholstery.
The walls of the house in this case are most often papered with wallpaper with a floral pattern or painted. Often the main colors are brown, red, green. The furniture gives the impression of antiquity. The interior is complemented by lamps, antique paintings.
Materials & Accessories
The rustic design is based on materials such as wood, stone, ceramics, leather, linen and cotton. The walls, as a rule, are sheathed with natural wood or wood panels, on which patterns can be cut manually, which will create a special cosiness in the room.
The floor can also be made of wood or stone. For a country house, colors are selected that bring its inhabitants closer to nature - light natural shades and tones. The use of ornate plant patterns is allowed.
To the room (or the house as a whole) was elegantly decorated, you can use flowers in a ceramic vase, rough covers on the couch. A fridge in retro style is suitable for the kitchen , as well as all objects that create the impression of antiquity. And one more tip. When creating a rustic style in the interior of a country house, adhere to a sense of proportion. It should not be forced to place a huge number of objects of rural attributes, it is enough to use several well-selected, high-quality objects.
And now let's look at ways to design a room with specific examples of different rooms.
Bedroom
We will start from this very premises, since it raises a lot of questions for homeowners. What is characteristic of her? The bedroom in a rustic style is a modest beauty and unpretentious comfort.
Floors and walls
Most room designers believe that it is impossible to create a rustic style in the interior of a country house using modern materials. Undoubtedly, it is better to use an array of wood or planks. But the price of such materials is quite high, and therefore not available to everyone. For this reason, natural materials can be replaced with high-quality artificial analogues.
Quite often, the walls are lined with panels imitating wood, or lining. As a rule, they are attached end-to-end, copying boards. The color of the walls in the rustic bedroom is better to choose closer to the natural - light azure, white, pale blue. It should be just a backdrop for furniture and interior additions.
For floors, a quality laminate that mimics a natural wood may be suitable. If you decide to use boards, then they should not be painted.
Textile
This rustic-style room will receive a special charm with the right use of textiles. Gingham cell is a natural fabric with small cells of two colors. Red-white is often used, although other combinations are acceptable. Rustic curtains for the bedroom are also most often made from this fabric, although you can experiment with other natural materials.
For example, lace curtains and embroidered linen give the bedroom a special piquancy. The curtains of white batiste or muslin, decorated at the edges of the lace, look spectacular. Wicker canvases look interesting. Knitted rugs made from the remains of colored threads, woven bright paths and carpets, or straw mats are ideal for this style, emphasize the individuality of the room.
Furniture
In this room old cabinets, cupboards, wooden chairs can get a second life. All furniture (bought or made independently) should be styled antique. Today, there are many ways to artificially age wood. To do this, you can use paint and craquelure, applying a golden patina.
Kitchen
Each hostess will say that the kitchen is especially important in every home. In this room, you need to pay attention to the design of the ceiling. Almost always, it has beams. Covered with dark paint, they stand out against the background of a light basic tone and create an excellent decorative effect. In addition, the beams fulfill the functional load. It is convenient to hang on them bundles of dried mushrooms, bunches of aromatic herbs, a bundle of garlic and onions. Ceiling lamps are also often attached to them.
Beams can be made of:
- untreated logs;
- painted wooden boards;
- bleached boards.
The best flooring for such a kitchen will be granite, stylized as wood or stone.
Furniture Features
Massive cabinets and sideboards comprise a rustic kitchen unit. Their facades can be supplemented with glass inserts. Wall shelves are most often left open. Cabinet furniture should not be varnished or polished.
The table must be selected massive, impressive size. To match it should look and wooden chairs with high backs. Creating a modern rustic style, you can use wicker furniture. Today you can buy wicker not only armchairs and chairs, but original shelves and even cabinets.
Utensil
A kitchen decorated in a rustic style looks most harmonious if it does not have modern dishes made of plastic and other non-natural materials. Clay, wood, ceramics, cast iron and copper are welcome here. Fits perfectly in the interior and dishes decorated with painting.
And the decor here can be glass and ceramic bottles, jars, of various shapes. For storage of bread or fruit, wickerwork made from twigs is suitable.
Do I need textiles in a rustic kitchen?
Yes, of course. Curtains for this style are made from natural fabrics. As a rule, they do not differ in a complex cut, although ruffles and frills are welcome. You can make dense patterned curtains in a vintage style.
The tablecloth is always made of coarse linen, for example, linen, warm shade. Crocheted items are also suitable.
Decorating the interior of your house (or cottage) in a rustic style, show your imagination. It is necessary to adhere to certain style rules, but you can experiment with the textures and colors of the materials used.