Rococo style in the interior - sophistication and soft colors

Rococo style in the interior appeared in the middle of the 18th century as a natural continuation of the development of the Baroque style. In the rococo style, interiors of palace rooms were created, in particular, royal front bedrooms and living rooms. Rococo emphasized the splendor of the decoration of the rich Catholic cathedrals. Today, designers again embody this sophisticated style in the setting of country houses, studio apartments, music salons, banquet rooms of restaurants and halls of respectable hotels.

Rococo style story

The term rococo in French means "shell, curl, rocaille." This is not surprising, since the most popular rococo motif is precisely a curl in the shape of an auricle. The term rococo denotes a style in art of the beginning of the XVIII century. In this style, they designed the interior of public and private premises, built magnificent buildings, painted paintings and music, sewed fashionable clothes, composed pastorals and erotic odes. The monumental architectural monuments erected in the Rococo style include Amalienburg near Munich, the Chinese Palace in Oranienbaum.

The Chinese Palace in Oranienbaum.

For the rococo in the interior, the characteristic features are:

• a common color palette based on a combination of pastel shades with white and gilding;
• an abundance of stucco elements on walls, ceilings, windows and portals;
• decorative design of every centimeter of the surface, furniture, decor, textiles with patterns, drawings, mosaics, embroidery, stucco molding, gilding;
• Rococo interiors fill with recognizable handmade furniture, decorated with art carving, inlay, gilding, upholstered with silk patterned fabric;
• the active use of multilayer expensive textiles.

Rococo style in the interior was widespread in Europe at the beginning of the XVIII century - Germany, Spain, France, Bavaria, Italy. Representatives of the aristocracy and aristocracy built country houses in this style. It was also customary to design summer residences of the rulers in the style of exaggerated baroque - that is how the new rococo style was being designated at that time. To know, she wanted to receive guests in the richly decorated ceremonial halls, which gradually turned into cozy living rooms, became more feminine, playful. In the middle of the 18th century, the refined and flirty rococo was replaced by a new rational style - classicism.

An interesting fact is the use of Chinese motifs in Rococo interiors, paintings, decor items, in particular tableware. It was fashionable at the time, but is becoming relevant today. The widespread enthusiasm for Chinese food, culture, martial arts again makes fashionable stylized Rococo interiors with Chinese sub-theme. Modern interiors certainly differ from palace rooms, lush basilicas and languid boudoirs. But the rococo style in them is easily guessed by the characteristic furniture on bent legs, Chinese porcelain and magnificent curtains with lambrequins.

Modern bedroom in rococo style.

Which rooms are best suited for rococo style and their organization

For the organization of premises in accordance with the canons of rococo, ordinary living spaces without high ceilings, large areas and general symmetry are suitable. In this style, designers decorate modern small offices, bedrooms, and bathrooms.But most of all, the style is visible in the interior of the living room or in the public interior.

The interior of a small living room.

Forming the space of a room, the following factors should be considered:

• Numerous decor items are placed evenly throughout the room. If vases, dinner sets, mirrors, furniture, figurines are collected nearby, the room will take on the form of a museum vault;
• Starting to finish the ceiling and walls, they plan their general appearance, complementing it with stucco and wall paintings;
• To emphasize the capricious nature of Rococo, they use patterns on fabrics and walls, ornate luxurious chandeliers and mirrors.

Rococo color palette and patterns

Unlike heavy baroque with its rich color scheme, the rococo in the interior stands out using pastel colors. The historic interiors of palaces and country residences of the XVIII century are distinguished by a combination of such colors:

White and gold.

White and light blue.

Light green and pale pink.

Light shades of pink, green and blue.

Beige or sand and gold.

The Rococo style in the interior continues the Baroque tradition and actively uses the mural painting of walls and ceilings. The storyline of the drawings is built on mythology, but more on human relationships. Most viewed topic of love and relations between men and women. Rococo is recognizable by the image of the firmament, clouds and angels in the clouds. Such a theme necessarily adorned the palace arches.

The most recognizable style patterns:

1. Shell, shell - a pattern in the shape of an auricle, used in various variations and compounds of ornaments.

2. The cartouche was used to decorate the walls, framed by various curls; The shape of the cartouche is used in the furniture theme, giving its silhouette the back of the chair.

3. Angels - usually depicted as winged Cupids.

4. Floral motifs - drawing of various colors was performed in color, giving them natural features, or depicted the silhouette of flowers, turning them into a floral golden pattern.

Floral motif mural.

The design of modern rooms in the Rococo style is not so bright and theatrical. More often they use the most iconic color scheme - white and gold - for living rooms and public spaces. Modern bedrooms are decorated in sand, muted green, cream tones.

Bedroom design in stylized modern rococo.

Rococo style wall decoration

The plane of the walls is a piece of art in Rococo. The walls were decorated with various stucco elements, paintings, paintings, decor, mirrors, silk and paper patterned wallpaper. Usually the plane of the wall was visually divided into several segments, each filling with a certain kind of decor.

To repeat this design of walls, modern designers use the following techniques:

• Even at the design stage, they plan to place stucco elements, paintings, mirrors, orders, sockets;
• Use matte water-based paints of pastel shades as finishing materials;
• Replace silk panels with velor wallpaper with a royal lily motif, floral or floral ornaments;
• Heavy gypsum elements are replaced by modern polyurethane;
• Instead of hand-painted walls, choose rococo stickers, decoupage or photo wallpaper with a motif of flowers and angels.

The way to decorate the walls.

Tip: The wall separation technique works well with the visual horizontal line separating the panels. In the upper part they distribute mirrors, paintings in patterned frames framed by moldings. For decorating the lower part, patterned wallpapers are suitable.

What should be a rococo ceiling?

Like historical counterparts, modern ceilings in Rococo's rooms are richly decorated, giving them maximum attention. To repeat the complex design of surfaces in the style of palace rooms, use the following techniques:

1. Low rectangular ceilings with a flat surface are painted in a plain color. For example, white or beige. Along the perimeter of the ceiling and walls, cornices are let out parallel to each other, interrupted by patterned motifs.The center of the ceiling is decorated with a polyurethane patterned rosette, which decorates a beautiful crystal chandelier.

The living room has a low ceiling.

2. The ceiling is divided into sections, decorating each with separate motifs. Stucco is painted in white or gold color. Use high-relief images of angels. A large chandelier with a long suspension, designed for a large number of bulbs, is always hung in the center.

Living room study in rococo style.

3. For the design of high semicircular ceilings, multi-color images of angels, flowers, heavens are combined with diverse stucco moldings. It should be a lot. Molded elements are positioned so that they smoothly move from the walls to the ceiling, tending to the center.

Rococo style transition.

Tip: to decorate the ceiling, choose the most openwork and various stucco molding in the form of shells, curls, torn cartouches, convex orders, flowers and angels. Decorate columns, windows, doorways and walls with similar decor. Then the design of the room will look harmonious.

Authentic palace ceiling design.

Floor decoration

The floor is more restrained compared to the walls and ceiling. To finish it, choose a parquet board, glossy laminate and tile, art parquet. An important prerequisite for a floor covering that emphasizes style is a glossy sheen, which gives solemnity to the room. In the bedroom and living room rococo floors are covered with carpets with decorative patterns.

The method of laying on the floor of art parquet.

Rococo furniture

It is precisely different artistic furniture that gives the palace flavor to modern rooms. It usually has a small size, beautiful design, comfortable design. The variety of furniture in the Rococo style is great - these are sofas, stools, chairs with high backs, armchairs, beds, couches and benches. They are distinguished by the curved shape of the legs, beautiful silk or satin upholstery with floral or oriental ornaments, gilding, mosaic, inlay, art carving. The furniture is selected from natural wood (linden or walnut), decorated with curly ornaments of flowers and vines. Unique items that appeared in the Rococo era are considered the secretary, a cabinet for important papers (cantonier).

Textile

Rococo textiles are not as heavy and dark as Baroque textiles. However, it retains its shape, volume, abundance of fabric and pattern. For window decoration, choose beautiful multilayer curtains with lambrequins. On the bed, buy a quilted bedspread with embroidery and fringe. Pick up pillows with a beautiful decoration, embroidery and textile accents. Decorate the dining area with a tablecloth to match the upholstery of the chairs.

Curtains characteristic of style.

Lighting

The room is well lit with a large hanging chandelier for 7 to 12 horns. Light bulbs, shaped like candles, are screwed into it. If the ceiling covers a large area, several large chandeliers are mounted to illuminate it. And in the room additionally put floor lamps, the walls are equipped with sconces. Chandeliers are selected with a bronze, gilded metal base with crystal or glass suspensions. The color of the room is given by such lighting devices as candlesticks. They can perform a purely decorative role.

Large gilt chandelier.

Using Rococo Decor Items

If the modern room is oversaturated with decor, trying to create an atmosphere of wealth and luxury of palaces, then it can take the form of a museum building. Therefore, the decor in the room should be in moderation.

What decorates the room:

Photo examples of interior design in the rococo style

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