Design features
When decorating a house, the following nuances are taken into account:
- The best option for construction is wood, which is harvested in Karelia or Finland. Due to the low temperature, the tree rings are denser and therefore the logs are very strong.
- Insufficiently large windows will make the atmosphere in the room too oppressive and dark.
- The space should not be forced by unnecessary furniture items, so that against the general background the basis of the interior is not lost, in the form of walls, floors and ceilings.
- The interior is thought out to the smallest detail and includes only structural elements.
- The main advantage of such an interior is the ability to combine all natural materials and thereby create a natural and harmonious atmosphere.
Photo inside the house
Options for decorating the interior.
Kitchen and dining room
The kitchen mostly leaves a natural log wall. Sometimes, depending on the style solution, plaster or paint is used as the finish. The apron is laid out with ceramics, for example, made under a patchwork.
In the design of the kitchen-living room, the workspace is visually highlighted, due to the bar counter, island, table or construct the podium. The kitchen combined with the dining room is perfectly complemented by a roomy wooden table.
Living room
In the living room interior, the main central element of the decor can be a fireplace decorated with a cast-iron grate, a pipe or faced with masonry and heat-resistant tiles. The original appearance of the walls, covered with varnish or paint in bright colors, to preserve the natural wood texture.
A contrasting combination with a tree is created by masonry, which decorate the TV zone or a place near the fireplace. If there is a high ceiling, it is decorated with dark beams. The low-ceilinged living room uses wood panels or pastel shades. It is advisable not to clutter up the room with furniture items. It is enough to install a sofa, armchairs and a coffee table.
Bedroom
Natural wood texture favorably sets off various accent details. Environmentally friendly materials contribute to a healthy sleep and comfortable rest. A mandatory attribute of a bedroom is a bed, wardrobe and chest of drawers. The interior can be equipped with a hanging chair or frameless furniture.
Hallway
In the form of additional protection of the walls and giving them the desired shade, varnish is used. It turns out to effectively decorate such a plane with family photographs, picturesque paintings or wall clocks.
Children's room
The bedroom for children is decorated in clean and bright colors with the use of durable, absolutely safe and aesthetically attractive materials and furnishings. The rounded log allows you to create a fabulous atmosphere in the room.
To create accents on a neutral wood background, bright bedding, tearing, carpet, pictures or colorful children's drawings are suitable.
Cabinet
The interior of the home office looks especially advantageous in a wooden version. Thanks to natural arrays, the room acquires a business character and a subtle sense of style. A dark wood work desk, closed shelves for storing stationery and papers, book shelves and a laconic chandelier fit perfectly into such an atmosphere.
Bathroom
Cylindrical logs, harmoniously and very interestingly combined with modern plumbing. Shelves or tables made of glass, granite countertops and metal elements are selected for wood cladding. Wooden furniture contributes to the creation of a cozy and homely environment, wicker linen baskets and forged shelves look no less attractive.
In the bathroom, it is important to install an exhaust fan and trim certain areas with tiles to protect the surface from moisture.
Photo in various styles
Currently, there are many styles that can be selected for decoration, both a two-story country cottage and a one-story summer house made of logs.
Scandinavian style in a wooden house
The interior of the house from the log house, involves an open layout, plenty of natural light, the presence of high windows and wide doorways. The main color palette includes white, gray and beige tones. The decor is concise, practical and does not accept excessive decor.
For the design of window openings, light curtains or blinds are preferred. Furniture items are selected from light wood. It is appropriate to install sliding, folding structures equipped with drawers for storing things. Bright accents can serve as patterns in lining or decoration. Here, decorative elements in the northern or marine style are appropriate, for example, figurines in the form of fish, deer or Christmas trees.
Provence style log house
Stylistics involves pastel colors, decor in the form of fresh or dried flowers. The walls and ceiling are painted in soft colors, white doors are installed, and the floor is laid out with textured boards or terracotta tiles.
In the interior there are simple antique pieces of furniture with a rough outline and a worn surface. For beds, a wrought-iron headboard is appropriate.
Provence is characterized by natural textiles, such as cotton, chintz or linen, which can be found in napkins, tablecloths, pillows or curtains. The rustic design is complemented by many decorative accessories in the form of various hinged shelves, paintings, wicker baskets, vases, utensils and more.
Russian style in the interior
In the design of the room, solid wood is used which is used in the manufacture of tables, chairs, benches, kitchen units, chests of drawers and other items. In the presence of built-in equipment, it is closed with facades.
The interior is decorated with a variety of textiles in the form of napkins, tablecloths, bedspreads or towels with hand embroidery. Furniture items, platbands and stair railings have carved details. Cabinets and chests of drawers are replaced with elegant antique chests and chests.
Chalet style log home
For alpine chalets, raw wood, masonry, coarse cloth and leather are used. The rooms are equipped with simple oversized furniture with the effect of antiquity and decorate the atmosphere with ceramics, dried mountain flowers, tapestries and other decor.The interior of the log house is complemented by carpets, rugs or skins. Stone is faced with a fireplace or doorways.
Interior decoration
If the house is made of calibrated logs that have an even coating, grinding is used, and then the surface is varnished. Varnished walls can have different shades, such as beige or white. Light design looks lighter, more airy and helps to increase space.
Depending on the interior style, a contrasting performance is possible for the wall plane. Due to competent processing, this eco-material forms the correct microclimate in the room and positively affects human health.
A wooden log house will effectively decorate the floor with varnish boards. For a design made in a more elegant style, parquet is suitable. To give the flooring a characteristic texture, a tile imitating wood will help. Quite a popular option for decorating the ceiling are decorative or natural beams, which can vary in different thickness and color.
Textile
To create a dim light in the house, use more dense roller blinds. In dark rooms with insufficient natural light, the use of translucent tulle is appropriate. A special sophistication of the atmosphere will add curtains decorated with garters or braid. Windows can also be decorated with not too lush lambrequins.
Textile decor can significantly revive the surrounding space. Handmade cushions, bedspreads, rugs and tablecloths are relevant here. A common option is patchwork, wool rugs or animal skins.
Lighting
As the upper light, most often choose a hanging chandelier that has several shades, or candles. In addition to it, spotlights are installed, wall and table lighting are organized, and sometimes floor lights are equipped. It is possible to give the atmosphere the most natural appearance due to lighting devices made of wood, textiles, ceramics or rice paper.
A good solution is a zoned lighting option for each functional area, for example, guest, fireplace, dining and others. Using this technique, it is possible to clearly organize the space and make it much brighter.
Furniture and decor
The shape of the furniture can be very diverse. In country houses, soft sofas, armchairs with textile, leather upholstery or wicker decoration are used. To decorate the situation, choose cabinets with glass doors. As a table, a round or rectangular model on unusual legs is best suited.
A variety of paintings within the framework, clay jugs or painted dishes will help to revive the atmosphere. An embroidered tablecloth or a vase of flowers will become a beautiful decor for the table.
Design options
In the interior of a private chopped house, there are mainly massive unpainted stairs. In addition to the functional load, they play the role of decorating the room and are the connecting link between different floors.
The staircase railings decorated with carving or gilding fill the design with particular color.To increase the usable area in houses with an attic, the attic is often equipped with a living room.
The area of a small country cottage made of logs can be visually increased due to panoramic windows or a second light. Thanks to the open structures in the entire wall from floor to ceiling, it turns out to fill the space with volume and give it solidity.
A fireplace is considered to be a practically traditional element of a log house. For its cladding, materials such as ceramics, porcelain, stone, brick or metal are chosen. Sometimes they use a special wooden finish that turns the hearth into the main art object of the room.
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A log house is a very popular housing option for those who are tired of city brick walls and cold metal. Natural wood texture, forms a harmonious and relaxing interior, as close as possible to nature.