Why furniture is more important than renovation: interior design secrets
No one argues with the statement that furniture plays a huge role in the interior design of a room. However, many designers go even further. They believe that it is on her that you need to pay attention first of all when there is a desire to make repairs. We offer to look at the furniture from a new angle, it is quite possible that serious changes in the room will not be needed..
Furniture defines functionality
The functions of the room must be defined
Bedroom interior
It is the furniture that determines the functionality of the room, thanks to which the bedroom differs from the dining room, and the living room from the nursery. It provides the most important information about the goals of a particular space. Therefore, it is so important to decide on the goals that the room must fulfill before drawing up a work plan. If your home office is supposed to receive many visitors, then you will need a lot of seating. If you just need a place for quiet work at home, then the furniture will be completely different..
Furniture dictates the flow of movement around the room
Interior by Jodie Cooper Design
Living room interior by Arent & Pyke
Speaking about the arrangement of furniture, you need to take into account that it also dictates movement around the room. Anyone who has ever tried to squeeze in a room cluttered with furniture understands how important it is to create a visual and physical sense of spaciousness..
Group of furniture in the interior
To leave enough free space, you need to adhere to several basic rules:
• The number of passes should be minimized, two is the best option.
• The flow of movement must pass by the furniture group, not through it.
• There should be enough space between the table and the seat for free standing
• There must be a distance of at least 7 cm between the wall and furniture.
• Large rooms need to be divided into zones.
Furniture visually balances volume
Bedroom interior by Laura Hardin, Intrigue Interior Design
Lounge by Weatherill & Associates
It seems that the concept of volume balancing is too complicated, but in fact everyone knows it. If all the furniture in the room is moved to one side, then the feeling of sinking will be created. «Titanic». Furniture helps create harmony. If there are many large and massive objects in the room, it is better to distribute them evenly over the entire area, combining with small ones. Here it is best to trust your own eyes and sensations..
Furniture shows individuality
Interior by Sherwin-Williams
Relaxation area in the large living room
The furniture chosen for the room undoubtedly demonstrates the individuality of the owners and their sense of style. Everyone has their own preferences. Some people like the Scandinavian simplicity, while others like a crazy eclectic mix. Even such things as the number of chairs and sofas, the choice of brands – everything matters. Especially if the furniture does not look original, but even extravagant.
