Features and design recommendations
Today, a country house is less and less associated with garden work, now it is a place to relax from city noise. Equip a summer cottage interior based on its tasks and whether the cottage will be used in winter. In any case, it should be different from the interior of the apartment.
Tips for creating a cozy atmosphere in a summer cottage interior:
- Do not litter the country house with obsolete things.
- It is important to distinguish between recreation and work areas.
- It is better to use a natural fabric for curtains with the addition of polyester for a longer service life.
- For the decoration, light colors are suitable, which with the lining will look harmonious. Bright colors can be added using the decor.
- You can use old furniture, after changing the upholstery and painting it.
- Fresh flowers and herbs in pots will support the theme of the cottage interior in the kitchen.
- Wicker rattan or vine furniture is suitable for the veranda.
- It is better to refuse plastic windows, PVC and other synthetics.
- For a cozy winter vacation, you should build a fireplace or stove.
- A wooden chest, knitted pillows, linen tablecloth and vintage clock will make the cottage more attractive.
Styles of country interior
The use of styles is relevant not only for houses, but also for a country interior. The most commonly used styles are: Provence, country, Scandinavian, chalet and modern.
Provence
The country interior in Provence style is suitable for the summer version. Here, special light furniture, a fireplace, thoughtful decor elements such as lavender bunches, floral embroidery, cafe curtains, ruffles and porcelain dishes will be appropriate.
Country
Country or rustic style is very popular among summer residents because of its specificity. It is characterized by simplicity, wooden finishes, natural flowers, checkered or embroidered textiles, flowers in pots. Of furniture, only the necessities are used: a table, sofa, bed, chairs or chairs. For a complete style, a functioning stove is suitable. The wooden beam does not hide, but looks natural, as in the photo.
On the picture a country-style kitchen that is suitable for a summer cottage interior and features wooden characteristic windows. Great practicality is made of ceramic countertops.
Scandinavian style
Scandinavian cottage interior does not involve the storage of urban furniture and other unnecessary things. It is characterized by restraint in decor, wooden finishes and furniture, soothing colors.
Chalet
The chalet-style interior can be created only in the cottage interior of the house with a fireplace and log and stone trim. It should look like a spacious dwelling of a shepherd, therefore there is animalistic decor, protruding visors, a loft from a bar, rough and wicker furniture, needlework textiles, earthenware.
The first floor is reserved for the living room and kitchen, and on the second floor there are bedrooms. For finishing, a protective varnish, a means for whitening wood or plaster of natural shades are used.
On the picture cottage interior in the style of an alpine chalet, which combines a rough country and minimalist orientation.
Modern style
The cottage interior in a modern style involves brick or stone trim, painting and wallpaper are also used. The furniture is used modern and functional without unnecessary frills. Minimalist decor, fireplace, a small table, neutral and rich colors create a modern summer cottage interior.
Room decoration in the country
Kitchen
A kitchen in a summer cottage interior may be small, but have all communications and a basic set of cabinets and tables. The kitchen can be decorated with fresh flowers, a tablecloth, curtains, handmade items, painted plates. At the cottage, a countertop made of tile, stone, wood is appropriate.
On the picture cottage interior of the kitchen, which is characterized by natural materials, walls without finishing, and linen curtains on the windows.
Living room
The main attribute of a rustic living room is a fireplace, and depending on the style, the interior may look different. This can be wicker sofas against the background of log walls, a massive table with a large sofa, antique furniture with carpets, paintings and a large service. Vivid accents are added unobtrusively, as in the following photo.
In a small house, it is best to combine the kitchen with the living room to expand the space. The kitchen-living room can smoothly flow onto the terrace with a barbecue, in the living area you can put a sofa and a large table, for the kitchen take 1/3 of the space.
On the picture the interior of the kitchen-dining room, which is combined with the living room. The absence of walls adds space, it is also easier to heat such a country house.
Bedroom
The bedroom is usually located on the second floor. For its decoration use paper wallpaper, plaster, and if it is a wooden cottage, then the beam is covered with a protective varnish. The bed can be iron or wooden with drawers, a chest of drawers or a wardrobe is required.
On the picture bedroom in neutral colors without wall decoration, natural beauty highlighted by curtains from bleached linen and a red window.
Veranda
The veranda or terrace creates the first impression of the cottage interior. Regardless of the size of the veranda, it can be comfortably furnished with a light or wicker furniture group, a small cupboard for tea utensils, a folding or stationary table.
If the terrace is glazed, you can decorate it with short curtains or light tulle. An open veranda is obscured by a planted rooftop fern, or climbing vine.
On the picture An open veranda for family evenings, where water-repellent furniture with soft pillows is chosen.
Hallway
The hallway should always remain as empty as possible, so a shoe shelf, a low nightstand and hangers will be enough. Here you can also place a cabinet for garden tools. From the decor you can use a knitted path, a housekeeper, bright baskets.
Attic design features
The attic adds an advantage to the home in the form of additional living space. Here you can arrange a children's room or bedroom. The attic gives a special look to the sloping roof and windows, which can be of any shape and size. Boxes under the roof arch will save space, here you can arrange a game room with a hammock, bars and board games.
Stylish attic makes:
- Painting the walls according to the zoning principle and the correct selection of shades that will hide the difference between the walls.
- Built-in and necessary furniture that will not clutter up the space.
- The window should be as open as possible for daylight and beautifully accentuated with light curtains of the length that is appropriate for the shape of the window.
- Adequate lighting, which is compensated by artificial light sources.
On the picture the attic, which serves as a nursery, where the bed is located so that the rays of the sun do not interfere with the child.
Fireplace and stove in the interior
If you have a fireplace or stove, you can not pile up the cottage interior with additional decorative elements, since in addition to the heating function, it is an independent accent.
Fireplaces are open, which are built into the wall, and closed, heating a large area, closed by heat-resistant glass. The fireplace is decorated with carving, a cast-iron panel, and tiles.
On the picture interior with a closed fireplace, which you can admire without the presence of a smell of smoke in the house.
The stove not only heats the house, but also creates an original country interior. It can be fixed, tiled, and mobile, which can be installed in any room. You can cook food on the stove, and it’s cheaper than a fireplace. Most often located in the kitchen.
Furnishing a small house
The cottage interior of a small house can be cozy and functional in the selection of compact furniture and the correct zoning of space.
On the picture mini-cottage, in the interior of which there is a place for the kitchen, living room and hallway. With this design, the color of the walls indicates zoning of the room.
The kitchen can be organized in the corner of the living room with the help of a corner headset, where all seasonings and organizers are attached to the wall.
The bedroom can be combined with the living room, where there will be a sliding armchair and a sofa book. Also, the bedroom can be on the veranda, attic. For children, a bunk bed or an attic bed on the closet is suitable.
- A hinged bar, screen, and shelving are suitable for separating zones.
- The interior needs to be organized according to your needs, for example, you can refuse a coffee table in favor of a rocking chair and vice versa.
- In a small house you can arrange stove heating or heating with a mobile radiator.
Interior economy class
In order to create a soulful summer cottage interior, you can use the following rules:
- Use of unnecessary things. You can make new upholstery for furniture, paint a table, combine new furniture with old. Decorate a simple cabinet using decoupage.
- You can buy things on hand cheaper on platforms or at a discount store.
- No need to save on quality finishes and then the house will look solid with simple furniture.
- High-quality textiles will hide all the shortcomings, it can also be changed without noticeable damage to the budget.
- Give preference to plastic and artificial stone, paper wallpaper, artificial rattan and PVC film facades, which mimics the texture of wood.
Photo of a small country house economy class (1 option)
Photo of a small country house economy class (2 option)
DIY decor
The interior can be made unique through furniture and handmade decor. To realize your ideas you need to use high-quality materials and not to miss important stages of their preparation.
On the picture the interior of a seasonal house, where the decor is made up of colored caps and paintings in a frame without reference to style.
Photo idea “Mobile coffee table from pallets”
You will need:
- 2 pallets
- 4 wheels
- strong glass across the width of the bottom of the pallet,
- paint for wood.
Sand the outer surface of the pallets with sandpaper. If the table is intended for a veranda or the street, then it needs to be covered with a primer for external works. Paint. Attach the wheels to the bottom, connect both pallets with each other using self-tapping screws. Glass can be put on glue, or simply put on a table.
On the picture a table of two pallets is shown, but in the same way you can make a bedside table, a higher table and a sofa.
Photo idea “Wall-shelf of wooden boxes”
You will need:
- 10-15 vegetable crates,
- self-tapping screws
- varnish for wood coating.
New boxes do not need to be processed, it is enough to varnish them, it is better to sand the used boxes and then paint them. Select the wall near which the shelf will be placed, draw a sketch based on the size of the wall and the boxes, as well as their position. Fix the boxes between themselves with screws, starting from the bottom row.
On the picture you can see how the boxes do not fit tightly together, which forms new niches. Such a home-made wall is suitable for organizing things in the kitchen or in the attic.
Photo idea “Hanging cutlery organizer”
You will need:
- 2-3 wooden cutting boards,
- protection varnish,
- small pieces of fabric
- lace tape for decor,
- glue gun
- hooks.
It is advisable to select boards of the same shape, make holes for the hook, at this stage, the board can be decorated with painting if the fabric used is plain, and not like in the photo. Coat the boards on all sides with varnish, glue the pockets, decorate the edges with an openwork tape. Such decor will decorate a street arbor, kitchen, and you can store there not only spoons. Also on one board can be several pockets.
On the picture The idea of organizing the storage of dishes in a rustic kitchen. For better protection against moisture, cutlery should be wiped well after washing, and do not hang the boards over the sink.
Photo idea “Solid pouf for the veranda”
You will need:
- harness
- glue,
- wheel tire
- Euroscrew
- screwdriver
- 2 circles from chipboard on the diameter of the tire.
Attach chipboard with the help of euroscrews, forming the bottom of the pouf, fill the inside with foam rubber or other material for density. Close the top of the second chipboard part. Wrap the ends and top of the pouf with a tourniquet or rope, grease them with glue. The photo shows an example of a pouf from one tire, but you can also make it taller, cover it with fabric, and make the seat soft. Also from 4 bars you can make small legs.
On the picture pouf made of tires, which found a second life in the form of country furniture, and can be useful on the terrace.
The given examples and ideas for decorating a summer cottage interior show that you can equip a country house with your own hands using everyday household items. Cozy textiles and balanced organization of space will make the cottage a favorite vacation spot.
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