Chinese classical decoration style When we decorate our own homes, decoration is also very important. There are many styles of decoration. How do we use soft furnishing elements to match the new Chinese style? Let us learn more about it with the editor of Decoration Network!
Home textiles emphasize oriental colors and patterns, and highlight the sense of quality
“A curtain with full texture can set the tone of the space.” Chen Haibo, senior designer of Huaxun Tasteful Decoration, said that home textile products It is mainly reflected in the three categories of curtains, pillows and carpets, with curtains as the leader. Unlike the traditional Chinese style, which likes to be paired with gorgeous European flower curtains, the new Chinese style curtains are more restrained. They usually choose solid color curtains. Even if there are patterns, they are simple, low-key dark patterns, highlighting the sense of quality.
Pillows are an important part of the finishing touch of a space. The pillows chosen in different new Chinese styles are particular. For example, when there are many Chinese elements in the space, it is best to choose simple, solid-color pillows. By correctly selecting and matching colors, the emphasis is on charm; when there are few Chinese elements, pillows can be given More Chinese elements, such as flowers and birds, window pane patterns, etc., are also used with outstanding color combinations to make the space more vibrant. Carpets are also an important visual element. In addition to matching the color with furniture, you can also choose styles with Chinese geometric lines to echo the new Chinese theme.
Geometric pattern of window panes spans classical and modern styles
"Window panes" are the most frequently used decorative elements in the new Chinese style. And because it has geometric textures and conforms to modern aesthetics that focus on rationality, it has become the best "spokesperson" for the neoclassical style.
“Window panes can be used in a wide range of applications,” said Jiang Wenfeng, an expert designer in Xingyi Decoration. For example, this element can be used for space partitions and wall hard decoration. In addition, the pane elements can also be redesigned, such as frosted carvings with pane patterns on translucent glass; window pane decorations made of stainless steel, champagne gold and other metallic colors, etc. are very common practices.
Hanging paintings use Western techniques to paint Chinese soul
Hanging paintings are also one of the soft decorations preferred by designers. Through artistic paintings, cultural connotations and a sense of quality can be created. Li Guoquan, chief designer of Shichuang Decoration, said that similarly, the choice of hanging paintings is related to the proportion of Chinese elements in the space.
If there are not many classic Chinese elements, then more traditional taste can be reflected in the hanging paintings, such as Chinese flower and bird patterns, landscape paintings, blue and white porcelain patterns and other craft paintings, which can be mounted with modern frameless paintings, or Keeping a large margin can make tradition more fashionable.
Fashionable packaging of flowers, birds and calligraphy on screens
In classical Chinese furniture, screens are an essential decorative element. It can not only exist as a partition, but also reflect the owner's taste through carvings, drawings, and craft decorations on the screen. Chen Haibo said that new Chinese style often uses screen elements. The function of space partition is often used between the living room and dining room, or behind the chair in the study. Some designs will cleverly design wallpapers and soft packages such as bed screen backgrounds and sofa background walls into four or six-link "screen" styles. It is worth noting that the screen patterns at this time usually did not follow traditional lines, but used modern techniques to redesign classical elements.
Furnishing/hanging small furniture can also become decorations
In terms of decoration, the new Chinese style usually uses a combination of traditional small furniture and decorations. For example, using suitcases as coffee tables and side tables, using ceramic drum stools as flower stands, and using desks or chests as entrance decorations, etc. These techniques are also very popular abroad. In addition, placing Chinese flower arrangements on the table, or classic Chinese elements such as lanterns, birdcages, fans, Hanfu, etc., using ceramics, bamboo and wood craftsmanship, are all common new Chinese style decoration techniques. But remember that there are not too many decorative elements, just enough to express the Chinese charm, and remember that going too far is never enough.