Provence style in the interior - design rules and photos in the interior

Distinctive features of the style

Provence is a light and romantic style. The interior is light, simple, not overloaded with bright details. Provence and country are united by a touch of rustic chic and the coziness of a country house. Describing some of the characteristic features of the style will help bring an atmosphere of French lightness to the interior of the house.

• Use of natural materials in the interior;
• The walls are finished with plaster;
• Furniture and interior items have an aged effect;
• The ceiling is decorated with ceiling beams;
• The room is filled with light;
• Forged items of furniture and decor;
• The apartment is filled with fresh flowers and floral patterns.

On the picture Provence style bedroom with floral wallpaper and antique wood furnishings.

The color scheme of the style

Provence is characterized by the use of natural materials, which is reflected in the color scheme. The design of the room in the Provence style is carried out in light pastel colors. The atmosphere is filled with fresh air and conveys the vastness of the sea coast.

Basic colors for interior decoration: cream, white, light turquoise, lilac, pale green, lavender, pink and blue.

The entire color palette of Provence has a touch of antiquity and the imprint of the sun. In decoration and accessories, floral patterns are often used, which are also made in laconic and calm shades.

Photo in the interior of rooms in the apartment

Kitchen and dining room

An ideal option would be a combined kitchen-dining room. The walls are finished with light-colored plaster, the application is rough, with noticeable irregularities and roughness. The choice of flooring is in favor of wood, wood-look parquet and tiles.

On the picture provence kitchen interior with a bar counter in light colors.

The kitchen and the rest of the furniture are made of wood in light shades. The kitchen set will complement the backsplash made of tiles or brickwork.

The dining room will harmoniously accommodate a cupboard with glass doors, where you can put ceramic and earthenware dishes.

The interior will be complemented by a lace tablecloth, chair cushions, roman blinds or curtains and linen towels.

Provence in the bedroom

The main piece of furniture in the bedroom interior is a bed, it can be made of solid wood or have a forged frame. Forging can have both a simple geometric shape and an unusual plant bend.

An abundance of fabrics, pillows and accessories looks harmonious in the bedroom. The dense material is successfully combined with weightless tulle and lace.

The interior will be complemented by a chest of drawers on graceful legs, a dressing table and bedside tables.

Living room

The Provence style living room is filled with natural light as much as possible.Large open windows let in the sun's rays and illuminate the room with coziness. The walls are finished with plaster or careless brickwork painted white, the floors are covered with parquet, stone or bleached wood. The ceiling can be decorated with wooden beams or stucco moldings.

Clay or glass vases filled with flowers, ceramic and porcelain figurines are used as decor in the interior; a variety of pillows fill the sofa. The main accent of the hall will be a false fireplace near one of the walls, it can be made in the color of the walls or a classic white shade for Provence.

On the picture the walls in the living room are decorated with decorative plaster and brickwork.

Children

The walls of the children's room will be decorated with floral wallpaper or a light cage. Light furniture can be finished with decoupage or craquelure technique. A variety of decorative Provence accessories look harmoniously in the interior of a children's room.

Depending on the gender of the child, the textile part can be soft blue or pastel pink. A wicker basket or chest will support the style of the room and provide space for storing toys.

Bathroom and toilet

The Provence style bathroom and toilet are traditionally decorated in light colors. The tile can be plain or with a light floral pattern. Tiles with the effect of antiquity and scuffs also look harmonious. A useful function in the interior of the bathroom is performed by wicker baskets and wrought iron shelves.

On the picture Provence style bathroom interior with themed accessories (lavender, wicker baskets, vintage clocks, decorative cages and vintage boxes).

Hallway

An unusual interior solution will be stone wall decoration. The flooring is also made of stone or laminate. Light shades of decoration and furniture will make the hallway more spacious. You should not place a modern wardrobe, a spacious vintage wardrobe with an aged effect will look more harmonious. The mirror in the hallway will be decorated with a wooden frame using the same finishing technique as the wardrobe.

Cabinet

The walls and ceiling of the Provence style study can be finished with wood or plaster. Forged or solid wood furniture. A carpet, fresh flowers in a vase and paintings or photographs in beautiful frames will add coziness to the interior.

Loggia and balcony

The Provence-style balcony is a great place for morning coffee. The bleached wood trim adds even more light. Roman or roller blinds are used to regulate daylight. A couple of small armchairs and a round coffee table can be used as furniture.

On the picture interior of the loggia with cozy armchairs, a small table and a floor lamp.

Provence in a country house

Based on the features of the Provence style, we can say that a private house is the ideal place for its application.

The area of ​​the spacious house allows you to install a full-fledged fireplace, which will become a source of comfort in the hall. The fireplace is finished with masonry or plastered. Over time, scuffs and cracks will only emphasize the features of the style.

The ceiling will be decorated with a structure made of wooden beams. The staircase is made of wood, railings and partitions can be forged or also wooden.

Wooden houses are especially chic, the atmosphere is saturated with rustic warmth. Such houses have several cozy nooks for privacy, such as attics and verandas. They do not require careful finishing, small cracks and chips in wooden floors and furniture add comfort to the interior.

Small country houses in the Provence style will be decorated with antique furniture; massive sideboards and natural wood furniture look harmonious in the interior of the kitchen-living room. In the dining area, you can place a dining group made of solid oak.

On the picture compact interior of a wooden house in the Provence style.

Photo of apartments in Provence style

The Provence style in the interior of the apartment is distinguished by lightness, comfort, delicate pastel colors, ease and simplicity of the French countryside.

Redevelopment from a one-room apartment to a small two-room apartment

The characteristic features of Provence in a small Euro-duplex are the color palette (light green and beige shades), aged furniture, light wooden beams in the kitchen, floral designs on furniture upholstery, wallpaper, textiles and tiles in the bathroom.

Design project of a studio apartment with a dressing room and a bedroom

The interior of the city apartment is designed in white and blue colors. The tops of the doors are glazed and decorated with decorative layouts typical of French country style. The decorative accents are represented by a false fireplace with candles, textiles with floral and striped patterns, a mirror in the bedroom and greenery in multi-colored pots in the lounge area on the balcony.

Design of a two-room apartment 63 sq. m.

The Provence style, which the customers liked, was emphasized with the help of light furniture with glass inserts in the kitchen, a solid bed with wrought iron elements, wallpaper and floral curtains in the bedroom, as well as lace and knitted textiles.

Finishing features

Walls

Rough plaster and brick are considered classic finishes and can be used in almost any part of the house.

• Wallpaper and hand-painted walls are also suitable for the living room, bedroom;
• In the children's room, you can use photo wallpaper with an interesting floral pattern;
• The interior of the hallway and living room in a country house will be decorated with a fresco, and it is more practical to use tiles with a scuff effect in the kitchen and bathroom.

Floor

The flooring in the living room, bedroom and nursery is made of wood, parquet or laminate. For the kitchen and bathroom, it is better to use tiles, the colors can be monochromatic or with a discreet pattern. Also, in the kitchen with a tiled floor, the floor will be decorated with a carpet with a short pile.

Ceiling

In a small apartment, the ceiling can be finished with a tension structure or plaster. In Provence, the use of glossy surfaces is unacceptable. The bedroom and living room will be decorated with beamed ceilings, and the spacious hall of the country house will be decorated with a beautiful fresco.

On the picture in the interior of the living room, wooden beams were used to decorate the ceiling.

Windows and doors

Windows and doors are made of wood, modern plastic windows do not convey the atmosphere of rustic comfort. The color scheme is favored in favor of white and natural wood. The windows will be decorated with tulle air curtains with tiebacks or short roman blinds.

Furniture selection

All furniture in the interior has a touch of French lightness, there are no massive and rough forms in it.

• Provence furniture is made of natural wood;
• The sofa will be decorated with a cover with a plant or flower pattern;
• The armchairs are upholstered in fabric in light colors;
• The seating area will be complemented by a low coffee table;
• The dining table is made of solid wood, the chairs will be complemented by soft pillows;
• The bed in the bedroom can also be made of wood or have a wrought iron frame;
• A vintage wardrobe or chest of drawers can be decorated with decoupage technique and give the effect of antiquity;
• Light-colored wrought iron shelves and multi-tiered shelving.

Textile

In the interior of Provence, natural fabrics are mainly used, such as linen, cotton, chintz. The windows will be decorated with curtains of a simple cut, hooks, ruffles, bows will be an addition. The colors can be monochromatic or with the image of flower buds.

On the picture floral curtains were used to decorate the windows in the bedroom.

Pillows can overlap with curtains or sewn from the same fabric.

The dining area will be decorated with a linen tablecloth or light lace. The carpet is used with a short pile and an unusual pattern.

Decor

Decorating plays a significant role in creating an apartment's design and has its main features. Various ideas for decorating pieces of furniture and accessories will help support the overall theme of the Provence interior.

• Provence interior has a lot of fresh flowers;
• Lavender is a plant that is directly associated with style;
• Wall clocks do not have a complex shape, as a rule, it is a round or square base and a clock mechanism;

• The interior will be decorated with family photos in unusual frames;
• Mirrors are framed with forged or wooden frames;

• Suitcases and chests perform not only a decorative function in the interior of the room, but also give additional storage space;

On the picture aged suitcase with a floral pattern, decorated using decoupage technique.

• The fireplace will be decorated with figurines, porcelain dolls, candles and candlesticks,

• Pictures, panels and posters have images of nature, butterflies, birds, lavender and other flowers;

On the picture the wall in blue tones is decorated with a panel depicting birds and flowers.

• The living room and kitchen windowsills are decorated with clay pots, vases and birdcages,
• In the interior of the bathroom and nursery in the Provence style, a wicker basket looks harmoniously, which can be used for laundry and toys.

Lighting

Chandeliers can be in the form of a candelabrum or with a fabric lampshade. On the bedside tables there are small lamps with a lampshade, they can be decorated with fringes and ruffles.

Sconces and floor lamps will designate a recreation area, a frame for a floor lamp can be of a simple straight shape or have an unusual carved relief.

On the picture on the left is an original table lamp with aged drawers.

Ceiling lights will separate the cooking area from the living or dining area. Lighting fixtures have light pastel shades, it is inappropriate to use modern metal parts.

Features of the design of a small apartment

In the conditions of compact city apartments, it is worth focusing on the finishing material during renovation, without overloading the interior with decorative elements.

• Simple smooth walls and ceiling;
• Wallpaper with a pattern should be used on one of the walls of the room;
• Thanks to the Provence palette, the room does not look closed;
• In the studio apartment, the role of the dining table will be played by a miniature bar counter;
• Ceiling beams will help to visually zone the space in the studio apartment;
• In typical Khrushchev houses, the decoration is carried out mainly in white tones;
• The windows will be decorated with simple floor-length curtains or short Roman curtains;
• A wrought-iron bed saves space.

Photo gallery

The interior of Provence is filled with simple luxury and spaciousness of lavender fields. The design does not use bright flashy colors, the filling is laconic and calm. Such a design is suitable for any room in a city apartment, and from a cottage or country house it will make a real paradise where you can escape from the bustle of the city and enjoy the motives of old France. Below are photo examples of using the Provence style in rooms for various functional purposes.