Curtains in the Scandinavian style

One of the names of the well-known Swedish style is Scandinavian. Harmonious simplicity and sophisticated elegance of direction received worldwide recognition. An important moment of fashion in the interior design is comfort and practicality, matching the interior style: from minimalism to high-tech.

Each apartment owner, without being even a professional designer, chooses curtains, taking into account the characteristics of the room, taste preferences and style. Consider some landmarks when choosing curtains Scandinavian style.

• Artificial light and natural light. As you know, there are few sunny days on the northern side of the planet. The creators of the Swedish curtains took into account this fact, and gave the world light curtains.With their help, the room is illuminated in the best way. Soft color and unobtrusive ornament give a harmonious and soulful atmosphere.
• Lack of massive accessories. Curtains in the Scandinavian style do not need heavy decorating details that only upset the appearance and overall style.
• Natural textiles. Closeness to nature in priority colors.
• Only light colors and shades. Small patterns may be dark.

Fabrics for curtains in the style of Scandinavian apartments should not be synthetic. They are made from natural fabrics - for example, cotton, muslin, flax, sateen. The advantage of natural fabrics is in the ability to transmit natural light, creating a soft and warm lighting of the room.

Curtains in the Scandinavian style are different color design.

• White tone and its derived shades. This color can rightly be considered the base color of the Scandinavian style.Color is characterized as an indicator of purity and serenity. He points to the presence of confidence and love of freedom. A room with such curtains becomes brighter and more spacious.
• Cream. Designed to highlight the special lightness and tenderness of the situation. It allows experiments with the color design of most interior elements.
• Gray. Strict but mysterious. Competently chosen shade of gray color will fill any living room with serenity and elegance. Color allows you to choose a different decor for the overall interior.

• Blue. Symbolizes weightlessness and dreaminess. Curtains with blue will create a feeling of coolness and flight. Many designers use this trick, given the well-chosen tone of blue. With the help of this trick it is possible to create the illusion of limitless space above the horizon, which will help psychologically relax and immerse yourself in relaxation.
• Green and its shades in the light version are the colors of virgin nature. Products for windowing the tone of a natural palette are able to recreate a sense of serenity in the room, walking through a green forest.The advantage is that you can combine different shades of green with each other.

When making a room with the inclusion of Scandinavian curtains, the designer adheres to the main task - to give the room a light and bright atmosphere, creating a feeling of cleanliness and the presence of additional space. It was noted that Scandinavian curtains are mostly monochromatic or transparent.

In the interior of a single room should take into account the nature of the room and its purpose.

• In the child's bedroom It will look good curtains straight cut and light colors, preferably a soft cream color. A growing body needs more space and a maximum of daylight. Curtains in the nursery are often translucent, without any problems transmitting the sun's rays.
• To the kitchen It is better to hang a light translucent cotton article in white or beige color. For your information: in the northern countries they prefer to install light roller or roman blinds on the kitchen window. With such curtains, the eating place is endowed with a special spirit of hospitality.

• In the living room It is very important to create a cozy and welcoming atmosphere for taking guests, conversations and pleasant pastime. For the characteristic Scandinavian style, it is recommended to keep the living room window open so that there is more daylight in the room, which means that the use of thick curtains is excluded. However, many can not shade the room when watching TV or sitting at the computer. Then the windows of the living room can be supplemented with light curtains of a simple cut. It should be borne in mind that there are misplaced folds, draperies and bulky jewelry. You can decorate the curtains with ribbons of similar color.

• Bedroom - the place where a person rests, and with the help of good sleep, he gains strength for a new day. Therefore, it is very important that in it nothing distracts from the main process. However, the Swedish style does not allow the use of heavy webs.Therefore, when choosing curtains for the Scandinavian bedroom, designers recommend to follow the same rules as when designing the living room. From the light and prying eyes from the street will help to protect functional blinds.
• In working The cabinet is recommended to create an atmosphere of strict business style. For window decoration, it will be correct to use blinds, Roman and roller blinds.

Modern designers always have many examples of room design with the inclusion of Scandinavian-style curtains. A distinctive feature is simplicity and lightness, sometimes weightlessness and transparency.

So, in this living room, even though the curtains completely merge with the tone of the walls, ceiling and floors, it should be noted that white curtains of direct cut are an addition to the decor of the room. They give a general atmosphere of free space and tranquility. Black leather sofa and delicate flowers on the windowsill only emphasize the elegance and whiteness of the curtains.

The bedroom in gray is the dream of the modern family. Among its advantages are:

• non-staining color bedding and curtains;
• restraint and ease;
• calm tone for relaxation;
• the ability to freely combine other shades.

In the next video, eight rules of Scandinavian interior design are waiting for you.