If we compare all the variety of styles of interiors, then the eco-style for popularity will be on the first lines of the rating. If on our vast spaces he "dominates" only in the interiors of country houses and villas, in Europe the eco-style in the interior is the most prestigious and expensive.
Features of eco-style
What is not just the popularity, but the love of millions of people for this style? The answer lies in his name - this is the most approximate design of interiors to nature itself. Natural materials are used for decoration of premises. Most often used: wood, brick, stone, glass, clay, cork, reed, natural fabrics. In the interior of the eco-design should be accompanied by furniture from "living" materials: an array of wood, bamboo, less often stone, hemp. Upholstery made of linen, wool, cotton, silk. Eco-style involves not only the use of natural materials - they should also be environmentally friendly. That is, minimal use of varnishes, paints, fiberboard and chipboard, glue, synthetic inserts, natural materials that cause allergies.
In addition to ecological impeccability, the interior should look like a corner of wildlife. No bright "screaming" shades, no urban design. In the honor of minimalism, laconism, natural colors: natural wood, stone, earth, shades of green, blue and so on. In the interior of the eco design should be supplemented with living indoor plants or at least by their imitation. Metal parts of natural steel and cast iron shades are allowed. But "cold" metal and stone should not dominate in living quarters. The exception is the front door, hall, bathroom and toilet, the space in front of the house, the premises with a swimming pool.
The healing effect of eco-style
Eco-style is not only a trendy trend. In a number of countries it is an element of national culture. Everyone knows the Japanese love of nature. Even in multi-million cities of steel and concrete, they manage to fill their homes with natural ingredients. In Europe, the last decade is very popular with the Finnish style. Designers from the homeland of Santa Claus managed to accommodate folk traditions and ecology in trendy modern stuffing. But the eco-style of the Germans and Italians is deliberately simple. Centuries of tradition of wooden architecture is also our country. There are also craftsmen who know how to build a real wooden house with a healthy microclimate and a natural interior.
The value of eco-style lies not in aesthetic appeal. On the contrary, there are many modern styles that look much more interesting, causing much more enthusiastic emotions. But the ecological design of interiors literally has a curative effect. Environmental materials do not emit phenols - the main poison agents of modern apartments. They must be hypoallergenic. In them, the minimum amount of chemicals. Specialists of alternative medicine celebrate the "living" energy of the premises. Furniture and decoration materials from coniferous peoples give out phytoncides that disinfect the air. Most elements of the interior of plant origin exude a subtle, gentle smell of nature. Peculiar aromatherapy combined with a visual effect calms the nervous system, protects from stress, raises the mood. Especially recommended is the use of eco-style in the decoration and furnishing of children's rooms and bedrooms. Also, environmental design is often practiced in the interiors of expensive hotels.
Arrangement in eco-style interiors
In the design of the design of premises in this style, there are no specific rules, except for the use of natural materials. You can rely on national traditions, fashion trends, and you can arrange everything according to your vision. The latter option is even preferable, because after the author's interior one can judge the character, preferences, lifestyle of the owners. Eco-style can be created in any room, both in the residential, in the office, and even in the production. It is noticed that in workshops equipped in eco-style, labor productivity is higher by 15-20%.
Some designers do not like the ecological style in the interior because of the rather poor assortment of finishing materials and some old-fashionedness in their opinion. The use of paints, varnishes, plastics, synthetics is limited. In fact, you should not confuse old-fashionedness with the classics. Classics are always relevant and out of fashion and trends. In addition, dozens of species of wood with various structure and color shades are available for decoration and furniture production. And the number of options using natural stone and ceramic tiles can not be counted at all. If this is not enough, the range can be expanded with accessories, flowers, carpets, tapestries, curtains, natural paper and silk wallpaper. Decorate the decor of the ekibana, dried leaves, shells, panels and figures from snags, branches, chagas. If you have enough aesthetic taste and imagination, you can organize a living space in eco-style fashionable and modern.
In eco-style there should not be piles of objects. Interior should be natural, harmonious and holistic, you can in the style of feng shui. Otherwise, there will be no therapeutic effect. It is not recommended to use artificial fragrances and air fresheners.
The walls are decorated with wooden and cork coverings. Silk and paper wallpapers with a soft pattern or without it are allowed. Vinyl and interlining in the concept of eco houses do not fit. You can use natural plaster for walls, finishing stone, ceramic tile, mosaic, finishing bricks.
The floor is often covered with wooden boards, parquet, floor tiles and even a stone. Laminate, despite the similarity with wood, is not suitable. It uses a lot of glue and phenolic resins. Decorative coating can be mats, wool carpets, cork.
Furniture in eco-style is traditionally made from solid wood without paint. To the tree to give a different texture and shades apply a special mechanical and heat treatment. Beautifully look stools and tables of marble, stone, metal elements. Glass, mirrors, tiles are also used by eco designers.
If your home interior is made in eco-style, you can enjoy a personal home oasis and at least briefly reunite with nature.