Country style in the interior, reflecting the originality of village houses, is one of the most comfortable and close to nature. It is based on comfort, convenience and natural materials. Depending on the country, the rural spirit of which conveys the country style, it is divided into subtypes (American, English, Italian, Scandinavian, Mediterranean, German, Russian, French, Swedish). But at the same time it has common features and is subject to a single basis.
Basic principles
1. Natural color palette. When decorating an interior in country style, natural, “natural” colors and combinations are used.
2. Natural materials. Stylistic finishing and decor involve the use of only natural materials.
3. Identity. Each direction of country style has characteristic ethnic features characteristic of the area where it originated. Therefore, when choosing English, French or other styles, it is important to correctly convey its inherent national characteristics.
Finishing
Materials for finishing in country style are used only natural ones or carefully imitating them. Glossy and shiny surfaces are inappropriate.
Yes, for the walls, good choice will be a textured coating made using structural plaster, putty or wood wall panels. Wallpaper can be used, but its color must be monochromatic. In some subtypes of country style, wallpaper may contain small colorful patterns or wide stripes.
The ceiling is usually painted or whitewashed. Quite often, to embody the country style, the ceiling is decorated with decorative ones, stained or painted white. 
Parquet, laminate or tiles are most often used as flooring. Additionally, the floor can be decorated with long-pile, striped or oriental carpets, as well as animal skins.
Color and lighting
Country style in the interior adheres to warm, calm tones. The main ones are: beige, brown, white, blue, grey, light green, yellow and terracotta.
Most often, a nuanced combination is used. The basis of the room, as a rule, is filled with light shades; more saturated colors are found in furniture and textiles. And bright colors are present only as inclusions on decorative elements.
Country-style lighting is warm and uses lamps with a yellow glow. A forged chandelier is fixed to the ceiling, and lamps with fabric lampshades are placed on the chest of drawers, cabinets or tables. Floor lamps are also used. The overall composition will be complemented by flickering light from a lit fireplace and candles located above it, standing in antique candlesticks. 
A fireplace is an essential attribute of country style and the living room is better suited for its location than others.
Style furniture
Country style uses massive wooden furniture. It often contains forged elements. Cabinet furniture is sometimes artificially aged and decorated using decoupage or craquelure techniques. The sofa and armchairs are often upholstered in natural knitwear, less often in leather.
Along with solid wooden furniture, wicker furniture can also be used.
The interior furniture is complemented by chests of drawers, shelves and poufs. All furniture has a rustic appearance, often even rough, and its arrangement is often devoid of symmetry. 
Textile
The beauty and naturalness of the country interior is emphasized by textile design. By the way, there should be a lot of it in the room.
Tablecloths, carpets, bedspreads and curtains are selected for each room.
The curtains chosen are simple, often devoid of a bright print, many folds, ruffles and lambrequins. 
Cafe curtains are often used in the kitchen. If there is a pattern on the textile, it is desirable that it be the same (on curtains, tablecloths, upholstery of chairs and furniture).
The colors of curtains and other textiles are usually cheerful and light.
Decor
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Decorative elements help to fully reflect the country style. They include calm paintings, forged metal stands, figurines, old photographs, wooden, wall or grandfather clocks, ceramic dishes on the shelves and pillows on the sofa or armchairs. Handmade items, embroidery and patchwork bedspreads will make the interior even more unique and “yours.”
A tub with ficus, and pots with geraniums, as well as other favorite flowers will not be strangers in it...
Country style directions
Originating in America, country style gradually spread throughout the world, acquiring new guises.
American country style in the interior photo Pragmatic and rough American country is distinguished by the use of massive wood furniture, with metal inserts and leather upholstery.
The ceiling is decorated with beams, and the wooden floor with animal skins.
Along with natural wood, the decoration of such an interior is characterized by the use of rough, textured stone in the design of the walls and fireplace. By the way, a living room in American country style, without a fireplace, will not look complete.
The design colors are calm, the most common are: white, beige, gray, black, wood shades.
English country style in the interior
English country style in the interior photo The formation of this trend was greatly influenced by the Victorian era. This can be seen in the textile interior design. Here you can find checkered rugs, patchwork bedspreads, and woven rugs with traditional patterns.
Striped, checkered or oriental carpets are often used to decorate the floor.
The furniture is high quality, solid, made of valuable wood.
The colors used are mainly: cream, pink, green, terracotta, brown and gray.
French country in the interior
French country style in the interior photo Delicate French country - also called ““, gravitates towards beige, yellow, gray-green, mint and blue.
The style of furniture is elegant, but not opulent.
The walls are often decorated with tapestries.
Decorative accompaniments often include porcelain items, kerosene lamps, candles in candlesticks, and bouquets of lavender in vases.
Italian country style
Italian country style in the interior photo Italian country - it is also called Tuscan style. This direction is characterized by a light color scheme, which includes: yellow, cream, ivory, gray and brown.
The walls are painted or plastered.
You can often see shutters on the windows.
Among the pieces of furniture and decor, sometimes there are things in the style and, this direction is characterized by a certain touch of chic and luxury.
Russian country style in the interior photo Russian country - the main and obvious difference of this direction is log, less often brick walls. Wood and wooden panels are predominantly used in the decoration of walls, floors and ceilings.
The interior is decorated with hunting trophies, porcelain dishes and crystal sets, a samovar, painted plates, and lace tablecloths and pillows are used to decorate the furniture.
Scandinavian country
Scandinavian country style in the interior photo Scandinavian country - massive doors, a fireplace, wooden panels on the walls, this is what immediately makes this direction stand out. It is also characterized by a cool color palette, these are: gray, blue, faded purple, which are combined with white and cream.
Mediterranean country
Mediterranean country style in the interior photo This direction is distinguished by a rich range of colors, which combine blue, blue, beige, terracotta, brown, green and even splashes of black.
The furniture used is massive, with light upholstery.
Twisted black forged elements, natural high-quality textiles with a striped pattern are used as decorative details, and on the shelves you can often see “seafood” (shells, smooth sea stones, corals) and other souvenirs.
German country style in the interior photo German country interior is decorated discreetly and pedantically.
The ceiling, and sometimes the walls, are decorated with decorative wooden logs (a la).
In general, there is slightly less decor than in other areas, which is due to increased attention to order. Nevertheless, high-quality natural finishing materials and modern household appliances make the interior very cozy.
Swedish country
Swedish country style in the interior photo Swedish country - has light matte walls and ceilings, warm wooden floors, comfortable solid wood furniture with light upholstery.
The light floor is decorated with a fluffy carpet with national patterns.
The interior is decorated with house plants in clay pots, wicker baskets, paintings, white ceramics and handmade dishes.
Many people are familiar with the desire to recreate the atmosphere of a country house in an apartment.
So that the dynamism of city life is muffled by a sincere, warm and atmospheric space.
Country style in the interior dictates precisely these canons.
It fits perfectly into modern apartments, while retaining the unique charm of a villa.
Due to the fact that the style has many varieties and solutions, such interiors are very popular among professionals.
The style began to take shape in the mid-1920s. City interiors then began to be designed deliberately simply and close to the traditions of the village.
Thanks to the calmness and naturalness, the popularity of country interiors grew in both America and Europe. By the mid-21st century, the faith of country music had taken final shape.
Considering that in each country the province has absolutely different traditions, country style began to acquire features characteristic of a particular country.
Working with an apartment in any part of the world, according to the owner’s preference, the designer can embody the historical style of another country.
This phenomenon is called ethno-country.
By territorial features Country in the interior is usually divided into:
- American (common to all states);
- English country;
- Provence (French);
- country Italy;
- German;
- Swedish chalet.
General characteristics
Natural color palette
In country style, natural colors are preferred. Bright colors should be avoided.
Neutral finishes and discreet furniture.
Favorite country colors: sand, olive, lavender.
Abstinence in decoration
When finishing, only natural materials are used.
Do not complicate the texture and design.
To finish floors and walls, simple surface painting is used. Style does not tolerate chrome and fashionable technologies.
Expressive tableware
Dishes are used as country decor.
The dishes should be wooden or made of copper.
Ceramic dishes also look great in rustic interiors.
The ornament of the dishes should contain natural motifs.
Naturalness of materials
All Construction Materials, as well as furniture and decor items should support the interior design in country style.
Therefore, they should only be natural: natural stone, wood, copper, etc.
Synthetics and plexiglass are excluded. Plastic is also not typical for country style.
Metal
Used only in forged furniture. Or for kitchen utensils.
Copper (brass) decor is also possible. Designers avoid pure metal with its glossy shine.
Textile
In this style it is paramount.
There is a lot of it - curtains, a large number of bedspreads, napkins, and an abundance of decorative pillows, blankets, and skins.
Furniture
Wooden furniture with a regular and clear texture is preferred.
The shape of the furniture is straight. The living room sofa group can be upholstered with patterns.
For bedrooms, beds with forged steel frames are often used.
Accessories
Interior decor highlights the features of the style and emphasizes them.
Colors
General rules when choosing colors for a country style interior:
- pastel shades;
- refusal of bright colors;
- refusal of chrome and neon;
- patterns are only small and floral (wide-checked textiles are acceptable in bedrooms).
It is necessary to maintain a balance between warm, pastel decoration and furniture. To prevent everything from merging, you need to choose furniture that is more saturated in color and texture.
The same principle applies in reverse: with a dark finish, use light furniture.
Designers divide country colors according to preference. The most ideal group consists of colors such as beige, milky, sand, terracotta, brown.
The group, which can be safely used if you want to diversify your style, consists of olive, gray, green, pink and blue colors.
Materials
Exclusively natural materials make up interior design in country style. They must be ecological and natural.
Wood is used for the floors, natural stone is used for the fireplace area, only wood is used for windows and doors, and paper wallpaper is used for the walls.
Bedrooms can be decorated with a large amount of textiles. The kitchens are decorated with wood panels, the ceilings are whitewashed and complemented with logs.
Stone tiles can be used as kitchen flooring.
Not used: linoleum, plastic, glass, steel, chrome, suspended ceilings.
Furniture
Furnishing a rustic interior should be done strictly according to the rules of style. It is furniture that can brilliantly emphasize the country style in the interior of an apartment.
Preferably varnished wood. It can also be aged. Furniture made of wicker and rattan (country) is also widely used.
The upholstery is made of genuine leather, but fabric is also possible. Wrought iron must be present in at least one piece of furniture.
The furniture is characterized by simplicity and clarity of shape. A feature of the style is the lack of multifunctionality of furniture.
The style does not accept transformation systems, but prefers exclusively one purpose for each item.
Taking into account the peculiarities of the style, furniture manufacturers highlight country furniture in special collections. Everything unnecessary that does not suit the style is removed from the sets.
A separate furniture set is used for each room. All furniture should emphasize the rustic spirit.
Any modern furniture is replaced with antique analogues.
Walls
Most often they are decorated with tension panels (fabric). Sometimes they leave whitewashed walls. A common option is with plain wallpaper (with a floral pattern).
In large rooms, brick or stone inserts are created in the fireplace area and around the window frames. Some of the walls are decorated with wood panels.
IN Lately designers often combine several finishing options.
Floors
The option of a wooden floor (can be replaced with laminate) is possible. Or a stone floor (can be replaced with tiles). The stone floor is insulated with a natural carpet.
Any floor coverings should be simple: homespun runners or rugs, a mat or cow hide.
Lighting
Chandeliers must support vintage style. The same goes for lamps. Lighting items such as candlesticks, floor lamps and candelabra are required.
Lamps are best used with cold light. It is better not to curtain the windows.
Country loves natural light.
Decor
Textiles - decor using textiles is so diverse that only studying photos of country style in the interior can determine the general specifics of the direction.
Any element that matches the rustic idea will fit perfectly into the style. Fabrics in two tones (white and green) are often used; home-woven options are possible.
It is advisable to purchase curtains for the kitchen up to the middle of the window. The patterns of upholstery and textiles in the kitchen should match.
The living room should have plenty of decorative pillows, a rug and simple curtains. Curtains for the bedroom only with tiebacks.
Decor
Only after the final decoration with accessories will country music transform the rustic atmosphere into modern housing.
Each room acquires its own unique appearance. The abundance of accessories is confirmed by photos of country interiors of the most successful projects in recent years.
The dining room is characterized by:
- Ceramic dishes and vases.
- Also present in large quantities figurines and candlesticks.
- You can hang watercolor paintings on the walls.
The kitchen is characterized by:
- Ceramic dishes and plates.
- Metal utensils.
- Fruit baskets.
- Jars and boxes of spices.
The living room is characterized by:
- Candelabra, massive candles, paintings, boxes, figurines, floor lamps.
- Inspired by country houses, many decorate their living rooms with stuffed hunting trophies.
Ethno-country accents
Country England:
- Checkered curtains;
- Fabric upholstery;
- Figured figurines made of porcelain.
American country:
- Leather furniture;
- Large whitewashed table;
- A fireplace is a must-have element.
Country Italy:
- Aged materials for furniture surfaces;
- Arched openings;
- Stone panel.
Country German:
- Finishing of walls and floors with whitewash and wooden beams;
- Lots of baskets in the kitchen;
- A fireplace is required.
French Country:
- Bright textiles;
- Light upholstery;
- Benches are used for sitting in the kitchen;
- Hanging a herbarium of herbs.
English country style interior (from the English country) is the embodiment of a rustic spirit, in which sophistication and practicality, naturalness and simplicity are mixed. The style is very popular, especially in decoration country houses and cottages, but is also appropriate in a city apartment.
Country style is the aesthetics of the past, nostalgia for times past, when life, especially in the countryside, was measured and unhurried.
Important and irreplaceable features of country in the interior: simplicity, functionality, lack of pretentiousness in design, respect for traditions and nature, naturalness and simplicity.
General characteristics country style interiors:
- simple, slightly rough decoration of walls and floors;
- use only natural materials: wood, stone, natural fabrics;
- forged furniture, aged brass and copper are acceptable in the decor;
- natural colors without bright color spots;
- furniture made of solid wood, simple outlines without excessive decoration;
- attention to textiles: numerous curtains, tablecloths, rugs, blankets and napkins will be appropriate in any version of the country style;
- small floral patterns, checkered patterns and small polka dots;
- love for handmade products, crafts and unique accessories.
Despite the common features - an abundance of natural wood, floral patterns and a bit of naive, rustic decor - there are quite a lot of varieties of rustic style. English country is especially interesting among them - strict and restrained, at the same time elegant and cozy, allowing the use of interior elements of other styles.
The design of this style was greatly influenced by the Victorian era, and it involves a wide variety of fabrics in the interior. In general, the closest attention is paid to textiles in English country music, from furniture upholstery to fabric wallpaper with appropriate patterns.
The ideal flooring would be wood or stone, covered with sisal mats or rugs with oriental themes or cream colors. Nowadays, these materials are often replaced with laminate and tiles. The floor color is dark brown or maroon.
How can more wood! Wooden decorative panels for walls, cornices, plinths. Walls, half the height (or a third) trimmed with wood, half covered with striped wallpaper alternating one thin and two wide stripes of dark green and dark red colors or with a floral pattern. The main principle in floral design is that there should be no large flowers on the wallpaper. In finishing you can use panels decorated with “wood” look.
As in other European country styles, in English country style the ceiling can be decorated with wooden beams.
Materials for interior decoration should be natural or imitate them as much as possible. Wood: ash, oak, mahogany, yew, walnut. Stone. If you are attracted by cheap materials, the English style is not for you.
Home comfort in the English style means, first of all, rich dark colors in furniture and interior design. The furniture in an English country house is massive, solid, made of natural wood in dark tones, such as cherry or mahogany. A solid leather sofa, and a Scottish check in the form of a pattern of blankets, curtains, tablecloths and small floral patterns are appropriate here. Checked curtains and tablecloths are a distinctive feature of English country music.
As accessories for an English country interior, you can choose lamps and dishes made of aged brass, porcelain, paintings with hunting scenes and landscapes, and a variety of antiques. This interior does not imply minimalism and ideal order, so the abundance of cute souvenirs, slightly worn leather upholstery, paintings and photographs on the walls will only give it an atmosphere of coziness, because comfort is at the forefront here.
The interior design uses an autumn color palette natural origin: brown, sand, white, olive, golden, beige, grass color, pale yellow. There are no cool shades.
All rooms are usually decorated in the same style, but the country style is especially popular in the decor of kitchens, where it seems especially homely and inviting. Built-in household appliances in the kitchen they cover it with panels so that it does not stand out from the interior. It is better to choose ceramic kitchen sinks and faucets; they are more suitable for country style.
English country style is an interior created for a family nest, where you can relax and gain strength with your loved ones. Clarity, symmetry of lines and at the same time refined decoration of the rooms, a feeling of peace and regularity. If you feel that this interior is for you, try to bring it to life.
There are many options for interior design of a country house or country house. Let's look at the designers' proposals for interior design in a rustic style in colorful photos and videos.
What is country style
The word “country” can be translated as “village” and “country”. Rustic style, or as it is also called, country style, has many faces. Each country has its own view of home, decorated in a simple, rustic taste. General characteristic features These trends in interior design are:
- folk traditions of the formation and design of living space;
- the use of handmade items in interior decoration;
- furniture, lamps, handicraft, not industrial production;
- widespread use of textiles for interior decoration: bedspreads, furniture covers, pillows, curtains;
- natural materials for finishing;
- some roughness in decoration and interior items.
As part of this small digest, we will try to appreciate all the diversity and colorfulness of the country style using examples of the interiors of country houses.
Provence
The most popular, recognizable and widely used rustic style is Provence. This is a style characteristic of the south of France, one of the regions of which bears the historical name of Provence. Provence is an azure sea, hot sun, lavender fields to the horizon. For many, the Provence style is associated with French elegance.
Ranch style
Ranch style is the epitome of the Wild West. This is the ranch and farm style of Texas and Nebraska. It combines fine objects brought by the colonists from their European homes with rugged, locally produced items. Like any rustic style, it is unthinkable without the use of natural materials: stone, wood with a roughly processed surface.
Heavy colonial-style furniture with leather upholstery looks great in a ranch-style interior. And traditional American bedspreads made using the patchwork technique will complement rough men's furniture. National features can be emphasized with Indian kilim rugs. In general, the ranch style is characterized by simplicity and rusticity: the style of a real cowboy.
Russian hut
Most often, many do not perceive their own folk style as country. However, the style of a traditional Russian house is as interesting and original as fashionable foreign rustic styles.
The main feature of the country style in the Russian spirit is the widespread use of wood: in the decoration of floors, walls and ceilings, in the manufacture of furniture. Homespun rugs, towels embroidered with red and black patterns, bedspreads with lace valances and stitching - all these accessories will perfectly complement the interior in the style of a Russian country house.
Advice. Just as our country is multinational, so the Russian style can have various features, from the features of a Russian noble estate to a Ukrainian mud hut.
Mediterranean country style
In the rustic style of the Mediterranean - Italy, Spain, there are features of Provence: the same effect geographical position. But in comparison with Provence, there are more bright colors and the lines of furniture and interior items are less elegant.
The country palette in the Mediterranean version is made up of terracotta, olive, red, lemon yellow. The combination of white and blue will add a little coolness to the southern country interior.
Use ceramics and majolica, aged marble, and decorative textured plasters in interior decor.
Country style with a Nordic character
For those who prefer the calm colors of the north to the multicolor and brightness of the south, country-style interior options with a Norwegian accent will be of interest. Just like any country style, northern country is characterized by the use of natural materials: wood and stone. But instead of light and light marble in Spanish or Italian rustic interiors or the warm texture of sandstone in Provence interiors, granite - gray, black, burgundy - is better suited for a northern rustic interior. These colors are characteristic of the entire interior. They will be complemented by shades of white, moss, and dove-blue.
The center of the interior in the northern country style: a stove or hearth - the severity of the climate affects it. As accessories, use bedspreads and blankets, knitted or sewn from fur. And with the help of red linen tablecloths with a snowflake pattern, embroidered using the Hardanger technique, you can add bright colors to the rustic Norwegian interior of a country house.
Which rustic style is most close to you - sultry southern or harsh northern. Graceful and light or rough and heavy, choose according to your worldview. The main thing is that country style should be cozy, create an atmosphere of home, durable family traditions And national history. This style has been popular for many years, and its popularity continues to grow. Perhaps the reason for this is the increasingly accelerating life of modern megacities.
Look at photos of country style interiors to create your own interior in a cozy rustic style.
When choosing a country style for interior design, keep in mind that the interior cannot exist in isolation from the architecture of the house. Don’t forget about the landscape - a country house or dacha has a plot of land, and the architectural style of the house and interior style are inextricably linked with the natural environment, supported by: garden gazebos, open terraces, and the style of green spaces. Just by thinking it through to the smallest detail appearance of your country house, you can create an organic country style.
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