09/04/2017 Read in 10 minutes.
Renovating an apartment in a classic style requires an exclusively professional approach at every stage. Classic involves the use of fairly expensive finishing materials. Therefore, in order to avoid unplanned expenses, it is important that repair work is carried out by an experienced team, which would include highly specialized specialists who are proficient in the technique of laying porcelain tiles, finishing walls with moldings and stucco. And, of course, we should not forget that any renovation, especially an exclusive one, should be carried out on the basis of a design project. It is the planning solution and construction drawings that will allow you to avoid gross mistakes and minor defects. It is also important to go through the design stage because it will allow you to draw up a detailed estimate for repair work and, if necessary, find opportunities to save (for example, by replacing expensive finishing materials with cheaper analogues, etc.).
Renovating an apartment in a classic style has a pronounced sense of self-esteem. Here everything is subordinated to composition: furniture is arranged in compliance with the laws of symmetry, and there is a strictly designated place for each detail. The decoration is dominated by stucco elements, and columns or moldings can be used to add rhythm to the space. All design details are of high quality. As for the color palette, as you know, quite restrained tones are welcome in the classics: beige, chocolate, white.
In our review today, we will reveal the main secrets of successful renovation of an apartment in a classic style. All illustrations presented below are taken from the portfolio of the Fundament Group of Companies, which offers its clients a full range of design, construction and repair services.
Renovation of an apartment in a classic style. Features of finishing and decor
You can recognize an apartment designed in classical or neoclassical styles not only by its characteristic symmetrical composition and furniture, but also by its finishing and decorative elements. The design of a classic space cannot be called opulent. Here, as a rule, we will not see baroque frescoes or rocaille motifs characteristic of Rococo. Classics are more likely to be correlated with the calm and elegant collections of Chanel or Dior than with the lush crinolines and lace frills of the centuries before last. Although, of course, this style direction is not complete without some palace decoration elements. Thus, when renovating apartments in a classic style, moldings, pilasters and stucco are often used. The decor includes horn chandeliers and sconces, which are often stylized as antique candlesticks. Paintings and sofa cushions serve as color accents.
Floor panels made of porcelain stoneware
In the photo: White kitchen with floor panels in decor
As a rule, artistic parquet or porcelain stoneware are used as flooring in a classic apartment. Although, with a small budget for repair work, you can limit yourself to laminate. In the interior of the bright kitchen shown in the photo in the style of modern classics, porcelain stoneware panels are used in the floor decoration. Such design elements add artistic expression to the space.
High-quality wood and leather furniture
In the photo: Classic-style office interior with wood and leather furniture
Furniture in a classic apartment should be of high quality and good quality. After all, the classics themselves are aimed at centuries. This style helps make dreams of a real family nest come true. Therefore, furniture made of high-quality wood is often chosen for classic rooms. Sofas and armchairs can be upholstered in leather and decorated with “carriage” screed.
White wallpaper with damask pattern
In the photo: White wallpaper with pearl damask pattern in the bedroom
Damask pattern is one of the most popular motifs in the design of classic spaces. Such a drawing always looks moderately expensive and quite presentable. To decorate a bedroom with white furniture, our designers chose light mother-of-pearl wallpaper with a damask pattern. As a result, we received a room that, due to its monochrome palette, seems more spacious.
Stucco in decor
In the photo: White stucco in the design of a living room with a corner sofa
Stucco molding is one of the most characteristic features of the classics. As a rule, the ceiling is decorated with stucco elements. But sometimes intricate curls can be observed in the design of walls and furniture. In the interior of this neoclassical living room, the stucco molding in the decoration of the ceiling vaults is continued in the decoration of the TV area, placed in a luxurious white baguette. Large molded curls in the design add romance to the composition.
Classic stripes in decor
In the photo: Bathroom with striped tiles and curtains
Bathrooms in a classic style cannot be called anything other than boudoirs. Bathrooms in the spirit of classics, thanks to textiles, furniture and bathtubs on lion's paws, become like living rooms. This is exactly how luxurious and presentable the design project in the photo turned out. Large tiles with beige and blue stripes are reminiscent of indoor wallpaper and add rhythm to the composition.
Moldings and crystal chandelier
It is rare that an apartment renovation in a classic style is complete without neat white moldings in the wall decoration. As a rule, this finishing element serves as a frame for inserts made of a material different from the general background. Moldings add orderliness and rhythm to the space. A palace chandelier with crystal pendants helps to complete the interior of the living room with panoramic windows in the photo.
Main features of the classics
The classic style is considered the golden mean for a reason: it always remains relevant, is associated with the stability and thoroughness of the owners’ character, and will never be vulgar.
Main features of the classics
The interior design of an apartment in a classic style will help out those who want to make renovations for several years, who independently think about the layout, looking for photo samples of such interiors.
Option for decorating an apartment in a classic style
Classic interior design may seem too standard and prone to stereotypes. But this is not so: its manifestations are diverse, although they are based on several basic features:
- Clear geometric shapes of walls and furniture.
- Proportionality of the interior, consistent symmetry.
- Pleasant soft colors for decoration, furniture, accessories and textiles.
- Natural and expensive materials.
- Restraint of decor (decorations are possible, but should not be excessive, too bright, and must correspond to the area of the room).
appearance of classic modern interiors
Renovation of classic living rooms and kitchens. Photo
Renovating an apartment in a classic style sometimes involves combining the kitchen and living room. As a rule, with this redevelopment option, designers try to avoid any deliberate zoning elements in the form of bar counters and kitchen islands, which are more consistent with modern style trends than with respectable classics. An ordinary dining table installed on the border of two functional zones will help to draw a conventional boundary between the living room and kitchen in a classic studio space. Renovation in a classic style may not imply the creation of a studio space. And to achieve a studio effect, the technique of increasing the doorway between the kitchen and living room is often used.
Living-dining room in light gray tones
In the photo: Living-dining room in neoclassical style in an apartment on Lomonosovsky Prospekt
If an Art Deco living room can be focused on noisy parties in the spirit of Holly Golightly, then a classic reception room sets the mood for more relaxed receptions and gatherings in a close family or friendly circle. Most living rooms in the classic style are combined with dining rooms. In this room in a Moscow apartment, there was room not only for a gray sofa with paisley upholstery, but also for a small dining area with a round table and a black piano. Thanks to a musical instrument, the living room turns into a cozy lounge for creative evenings.
Beige kitchen combined with living room
In the photo: Design project of a bright kitchen combined with a living room
The neoclassical kitchen in beige tones is combined with the living room by expanding the door portal. Thanks to this technique, the kitchen area with a small dining area seems to be placed in a neat niche. The conventional border between the kitchen and living room is emphasized by white pilasters. Such an interior, thanks to correctly selected shades and undertones of beige, will always look festive and presentable. But, at the same time, neutral light colors do not tend to bother household members.
Kitchen-dining room with mosaic tiles in finishing
In the photo: Features of the design of the kitchen-dining room with mosaic tiles in the decoration
The classic kitchen-dining room in light colors was decorated with small mosaic tiles, in which various shades of chocolate alternate: from milky truffle to cocoa tones. Decorated with a floral still life in a gold frame, the wall in the dining area is illuminated by golden sconces. The interior composition turned out to be more harmonious due to the smooth gradation of shades from the beige ceiling to the light brown walls and dark porcelain stoneware floor.
Classic living room with white furniture
In the photo: Bright living room in a classic style with light furniture
A living room in a classic style does not need modern designer chairs. And even furniture in the spirit of the palaces of the last French Louis is not always appropriate here. Especially if we are talking about an ordinary city apartment. In such apartments you can limit yourself to modern white sofas. And the stylistic affiliation of the room to the classics will be emphasized by French-style chairs or massive wooden cabinets.
Living room with office surrounded by a partition
In the photo: Classic living room with an office separated by a transparent partition
The configuration of this room made it possible to equip several zones in the space at once. With the help of a partition divided into transparent squares, the designers of the Fundament Group were able to organize an office-library. The dining room is located near the large window. A transparent partition will not interfere with insolation: light from the window in the office will also penetrate into the living-dining room.
Bright living room with corner sofa
In the photo: Small living room in beige tones with jade accents
Classics will look presentable not only in large houses, but also in very small rooms, provided that you choose the right furniture and color palette. In terms of color, it is better to give preference to light monochrome, which visually enlarges the space. And this range can be diluted with muted tones of green watercolor or cornflower blue shades. A corner sofa, selected exactly according to the configuration of the room, will create several seats and turn your living room into a home theater.
Neoclassical kitchen-living room with bar counter
In the photo: Features of the design and organization of studio space in the neoclassical style
The kitchen-living room in the neoclassical style in the photo serves as a good example of the proper organization of studio space. The white bar counter, which serves as a continuation of the kitchen unit, despite its modernity, fits very organically into the classic space. Frosty blue color accents in the form of chairs and sofa cushions bring a bit of minty freshness to the composition.
Living room in pearlescent tones with pilasters
In the photo: Bright living room in a classic style with white pilasters
A bright living room in a classic style with white pilasters on the walls, thanks to miniature furniture in the spirit of French interiors of the last century, resembles a doll's house. Due to their reflective properties, the mother-of-pearl sofa and armchair create an additional play of shadows and highlights in the space. A floral still life on the wall brings in autumn colors.
Living room in ocher tones with green accents
In the photo: Decorating a living room in a classic style with green accents
White moldings and pilasters are used to decorate ocher walls in a classic living room. A wide light cornice with stucco visually lengthens the walls, thereby raising the ceiling. And green sofa cushions help to dilute the monochrome palette, woven from various shades of brown.
Stucco molding in the design of the TV area
In the photo: Beige living room with a corner sofa and molded baguette in the decor of the TV area
As you know, modern household appliances do not always look good in the classics. In order to harmoniously integrate the same TV into a classic living room, you will have to resort to little tricks. You can, for example, order a television panel that, when turned off, looks like an ordinary mirror. Often a TV is disguised as a painting. This is not difficult to do. A golden stucco molding will not only be a beautiful design for your TV, but will also make the panel look like an artistic canvas. The TV area itself, consisting of a console and shelves for books, can also be emphasized with a frame.
Color spectrum
The design of an apartment in a classic style is created in a calm and laconic natural color scheme (photos of similar interiors can be found in many respectable catalogs of furniture and decorative items).
decoration of the hall in a classic style
Basic classic colors: beige, brown, mahogany, wenge, white, bleached oak, dark shades of red and green. The tones are usually saturated, but not “screaming” and are slightly muted.
Color scheme when decorating an apartment in a classic style
These shades are suitable for apartments for families with children, those who are used to relaxing at home. Classic ceilings are usually white, floors are light (beige) or natural dark shades. Curtains and other textiles (upholstery) serve as accents.
Classic style room walls
Classic bedrooms: photos of apartment interiors
Classic bedrooms are made very cozy thanks to textiles and wallpaper with plant or floral patterns. Lighting elements also play an important role in the design of sleeping areas. In addition to the central chandelier, which is usually equipped with tiny lampshades that create dim light, miniature sconces are often used in a classic-style bedroom. The design of the bed uses stucco molding and a “carriage” screed.
Floral textiles
In the photo: Textiles with a floral pattern in the decor of a classic bedroom
It is thanks to textiles with floral and floral patterns that the interior of this classic style bedroom turned out to be so warm and cozy. The classic style here bears some imprint of the Stalinist Empire style, which is characterized by high-quality furniture and simple, but very high-quality finishing.
Beige bedroom with white furniture
In the photo: White furniture in the bedroom interior with beige wallpaper in the decoration
In large bedrooms, in addition to the sleeping area, there is also the opportunity to organize a boudoir area with a dressing table or an area for reading and relaxation, which can be furnished with a sofa, chaise longue or a comfortable armchair. And to make the composition seem light and airy, you can use classic white furniture, which is what our designers did when working on this interior. The area near the window is emphasized by a group of spotlights.
Light monochrome in the bedroom interior
In the photo: Bedroom renovation in monochrome light colors in a classic style
The interior of a children's bedroom in a classic style turned out to be unusual due to white furniture with stucco and an unexpected color scheme in which mother-of-pearl, creamy and milky coffee tones are intertwined. The baked milk shade pattern on the wallpaper makes the composition warmer.
Bergere chair and moldings in the bedroom
In the photo: Bergère armchair in the furnishings of a classic bedroom
Pale mauve shades in the bedroom interior, on the one hand, look self-sufficient, but, at the same time, they combine perfectly with a white background and eggplant-colored curtains, held up by strings with white tassels. The striped bergere chair emphasizes the classicism of the composition and is reminiscent of the aristocratic houses of Europe.
Console and false mirror
In the photo: Small bedroom in neoclassical style with a black console instead of a dressing table
To save space in a small bedroom, the usual dressing table can be replaced with a miniature console. In this boudoir project, we can observe an unusual design technique in the form of a silver curly baguette. Such a false mirror will definitely attract attention.
Blue in a bright bedroom
In the photo: Bedroom design project in a classic style with a dark blue wall
The combination of rich blue and white colors has always been associated with a marine theme. However, in the interior of this classic bedroom with wall vases and light solid wood floors, such a color palette is reminiscent not so much of ship cabins as of expensive villas on the Mediterranean coast.
Damask pattern in a classic bedroom
In the photo: Damask pattern in the design of a classic bedroom
The damask pattern in a classic bedroom can be present not only in wall decor, but also in textiles. This already classic motif will add volume to a monochrome space.
Classic style kitchen
A classic kitchen is full of charm, decorative carved wood details, usually has plenty of pantry cabinets, marble or granite countertops, illuminated units with recessed lights and sconces, and gold/copper/patina accents. In such a kitchen you can rarely find bright accents; it is usually made in light, discreet colors.
In the photo: Small kitchen with luxurious furniture
A classic-style kitchen can be of any size, but you can truly realize the dream of such a French design miracle only in a room measuring 18–30 square meters. For such a kitchen, the ideal set is approximately 5–7 meters long (L- or U-shaped, as a rule), a kitchen island, a bar counter and a breakfast nook. Often such a kitchen has a pantry (3–8 square meters), a working kitchen (14 square meters, for servants), and a laundry room (4–10 square meters).
In the photo: Interior of a country house
In a modern kitchen in a classic style, you will see built-in appliances, a TV, a suspended ceiling, and automated roller blinds, which in no way detracts from the atmosphere of this traditional style. When implementing a classic style in the kitchen space, it is worth paying more attention to the design of the buffet area and the lighting of glass cabinets and kitchen countertops.
In the photo: Interior of a white kitchen with an island with a marble countertop
Another important part of such a kitchen is the island, which can be either just a cabinet with a countertop, or a bar counter, and a multifunctional work area (with a sink or stove to choose from). The island allows you to visually separate the space of the kitchen and living room, if they are located in the same room, or the kitchen and dining room.
In the photo: Interior of a large, bright kitchen
Shades for interiors in classic style
The classic style in the interior appeals primarily to neutral beige and brown tones. Sometimes designers use pastel shades to dilute the light palette. Gold inserts may also be present. In the classics, of course, we will not see neon shades. Here preference is given to natural tones.
Black and gold tiles
In the photo: Decorating the bathroom in the apartment with black tiles with gold patterns
The combination of white and black tiles in the bathroom interior creates a spectacular contrast. Golden patterns on the tiles and a gold-shimmering faucet add extra shine to the composition and make it more luxurious and expressive.
White and chocolate truffle tones
In the photo: Chocolate-colored textiles in a classic white kitchen
White monochrome is not uncommon for a classic interior. You can dilute the light palette with both bright accents and more neutral tones. This white kitchen features chocolate curtains and mustard colored chairs. Such a color scheme, being quite traditional, is unlikely to ever lose its relevance, and therefore such an interior exists as if outside of time.
Apricot mother of pearl
In the photo: Classic style bedroom with apricot textiles
And for the harmonious perception of this composition, apricot-colored textiles are of no small importance. Thanks to the peach inserts in the carpet pattern, as well as the satin bedspread, shimmering in tones of apricot, the interior composition seems warmer and more comfortable.
Gray accents on a light brown background
In the photo: Design project of a library office with a gray chair
Gray, as you know, has many more shades than it seems. And this property of an essentially neutral color is actively used by designers. The dark gray armchair with a capitonné effect in the decor of the office in the photo became both a stylish color accent and a comfortable place for reading and relaxing.
Living room in classic style
A living room in a classic style usually has two or three sofas, a sofa, a couple of armchairs, chaise longues, soft ottomans and coffee and side tables. The amount of furniture here is organically balanced by a large number of decorative elements. In the room you can find paintings, many lamps, sculptures and decorative pillows, luxurious thick curtains and carpets.
In the photo: Dining room design in a classic style
Much attention is paid to chests of drawers, cabinets or libraries. In such a living room, as a rule, there is a fireplace and stucco decoration on the walls and ceiling. Sometimes stucco molding has traditional patterns, complemented by gilding, patination, unusual elements and ornaments, and also includes “rosettes” and “medallions”.
In the photo: Living room design
A classic living room is most often decorated in light (beige-white, gray-white) or traditional (cream-brown, cream-white) color schemes. Here you can find exquisite decorative accents in the design of pillows or wooden furniture (olive and yellow pillows on a beige sofa, a bright turquoise chest of drawers or a purple chaise longue in a bright interior). Small objects do not create accents, except perhaps in black (lampshade, sculpture).
In the photo: Living room with a piano
Much attention is paid to the design of the dining area, which is usually located near the living room or even attached to it. A dining room for six to eight people is the necessary minimum of furniture for a classic style. In the dining room there is often a buffet, a particularly massive and luxurious chandelier hanging, paintings or mirrors in gilded frames, and the most expensive carpet. This is a place for celebrations, business meetings and family meals at the highest level of comfort.
In the photo: Living room with parquet floors
In a classic living room, there is one more element that should be taken into account when decorating - glazing and arched openings, as well as glazing on the windows. If you put hinged French glass doors to the balcony here, it will look very authentic, and arched openings to the hall, loggia or built-in library design will add architectural aesthetics to your interior.
In the photo: Design of a classic living room with a fireplace
Features of classic apartment design
The classic style in the interior has some features. We list the main ones:
- Walls and furniture should be made in clear geometric shapes.
- The interior should maintain proportionality and consistent symmetry.
- Decoration, furniture, textiles and accessories should be made from materials of soft colors.
- It is advisable to use natural materials. You won't be able to save on materials here.
- Restraint in decor. The presence of jewelry is possible, but in moderation. They should not be bright, the dimensions should correspond to the area of the room.
For a classic design, the most suitable are apartments with a large area, wide rooms and high ceilings.
In this case, the classic design will help emphasize the richness of all the details.
In small rooms, such an interior will look complete only with the right approach.
Experts and examples of classic apartment design in photos on the Internet and on the pages of fashion magazines can always help with this.
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