How to choose the perfect furniture for your interior

Content:

1. General tips for choosing
2. Kitchen furniture
3. Living room furniture
4. Bedroom furniture
5. Interior design for a nursery

The appearance and atmosphere of a house or apartment depend not only on proper repairs, but also on the furnishings. It is better to think about the furniture at the finishing stage, so that in the future there will be no problems with the choice. But if the renovation is completed and the style has already been formed, you will have to build on what you have. In fact, even at this stage you can have time to think through the details and do everything right. The main thing is to take into account the size and purpose of the rooms, color design, and also select practical interior items. 

General tips for choosing

The main rule: each room needs certain furniture. It is better to take your time with a purchase than to hurry and regret your choice. 

Some tips on how to avoid mistakes: 

1. Allow enough time for your search. There is no need to plan shopping after work, when there are only a few minutes left before the store closes. Better do it in your free time. And before you go to a furniture salon, study the information on the Internet. This is necessary to understand the difference between models, know the pros and cons, and determine which functions you need and which you don’t.
2. Calculate your total budget and then distribute it. That is, it is important to immediately understand how much money you can spend on each planned position. You should not buy one expensive sofa or table without calculating the budget for other things. Distribute your money evenly. Yes, finding something worthwhile and at the same time inexpensive is not always easy and quick, but for this it is worth setting aside a sufficient amount of time so as not to make a mistake.
3. Start from the schematic plan. If you decide to do without a designer, arm yourself with a tape measure and a piece of paper. Measure the room yourself, and then measure the approximate dimensions of the furniture and indicate them on the sheet. This way you will know exactly what will fit in the room and what will not.
4. Don’t be afraid of non-standard items, but remember that they need to be played up in the interior.
5. Find out as much information as possible. Don't be afraid to contact a consultant. You need to know everything about materials, technical features, and also get detailed advice on care.
6. Based on the design of the room. The furnishings should complement and decorate it.
7. Do not put beauty above practicality and quality. There needs to be a balance in everything. 

Now let’s discuss each room in your house or apartment in more detail to understand how to properly furnish them.     

Kitchen furniture

The kitchen can safely be called one of the main rooms in the house. Not only do the owners spend a lot of time here, they also bring guests here.

To choose the right furniture, you need to consider: 

• What functions will the room perform? Will it be just a kitchen, or will it serve as a dining room or even a living room?
• Dimensions of the room. A small room is furnished differently than a large one.
• What household appliances will be installed here? It is also important to allocate enough space for it. 

So, if the kitchen is small, you need to take into account every centimeter of space. You can use corner sets. In this case, you can place a stove or sink in the corner. Under the sink you can allocate space for household chemicals. In any case, a small room should have a dining area. To have enough space for this, you can use a window sill. It can be a work or dining table, or a place for a sink. Original design and space saving are guaranteed. You can also choose folding interior items. Tables and chairs can be folded up and put away when not in use. In a small space, it is worth choosing cabinet models that will cover the entire vertical surface of the wall. 

If you have combined a small kitchen with a living room, you need to zoning the space. An excellent option would be a kitchen set with a bar counter. It will act as a border between zones. The role of a space divider can also be played by an island table, which at the same time acts as a center of attraction. 

If you rarely use the kitchen for cooking, you can use a hidden option. True, it will be difficult to purchase it on the open market; you will have to make it to order. This model uses built-in appliances, and utensils are hidden in secret cabinets. 

In the kitchen, not only functionality and design are important, but also color. It has been proven that bright colors stimulate the appetite, light shades help expand boundaries, but dark sets are best used in a spacious room.

Don't forget about style. In classics, natural materials are preferred. Wickerwork, linen textiles, and pottery look great in country style. In a high-tech style, the combination of metal and glass will be advantageous. It is preferable to choose glossy surfaces. Provence has many pastel shades and floral patterns. 

Living room furniture

The living room is the center of an apartment or house. It plays an important role, so it is important to think through everything to the smallest detail. First of all, you need to start from what functional load the room will bear. If it is used exclusively for relaxation, meeting guests and family watching TV, the furnishings will be one, but if you need to organize a working or sleeping place here, then another. 

To choose furniture for the living room, you need: 

• Follow the style you have chosen for yourself.
• Select all items so that they match each other.
• Don't forget about practicality. Guests will gather here and small children will play, if you have them or are planning to. All materials must be safe and structures must be durable.
• If you have several zones at once, think about how to divide them and how to fill them.
• Take into account the size of the room and its shape. The size and shape of the purchased items, their quantity, and lighting depend on this. 

If the room is small, you need to pay attention to a sofa without armrests. If the room is rectangular, a corner sofa will help you make the most of the space. If the living room is spacious, you can purchase modular furniture that can be moved or added to in the future if desired. 

The room also needs to be complemented with accessories and decor. It is important to choose them so that they suit the entire setting. However, you should not overcrowd the room, as this will look tasteless. 

Bedroom furniture

The bedroom is the most secluded and peaceful place in the house. Therefore, when choosing the furnishings for this room, you need to take this into account. An important point is the quality of materials. There is no need to save on them. Natural and high-quality materials will last a long time. At the same time, the comfort that the room’s furnishings creates is also important. Bed size matters. A convenient location on it is the key to good sleep and good rest. 

In the bedroom you can put a dressing table and a small ottoman. If the room is large, you can add a wardrobe or a chest of drawers for bedding. 

If the bedroom is small, you can put a folding sofa instead of a bed, or, choosing your own comfort, put a bed and abandon the rest of the furniture. 

The style of the room is also important. An active modern person living at a frantic pace can choose hi-tech or modern. If, on the contrary, you strive for a measured and calm life, then country or Provence will be perfect for you. If aristocratic style is important to you, then choose classic or art deco. An ethno-style will add a little exoticism to the space. 

In the bedroom, not only personal preferences are important, but also recommendations from experts. This room is intended primarily for sleep and relaxation. Therefore, it is important to use relaxing shades in it that will promote comfort and coziness. 

Interior design for a nursery

Furniture should be chosen so that it matches the character of the children. Bright colors and original shapes awaken creativity, give a charge of vivacity and strength for active games. If, on the contrary, you need to calm down children's activity and keep your child busy with reading or drawing, choose a calm interior. 

Don't forget about the child's safety. Furniture should be made only from environmentally friendly materials and have a safe shape. Also, the child will be pleased with the large number of storage places, perhaps even secret ones. 

Other features of children's interior items include: 

• The ability to increase length or height is a huge plus.
• You can use various accessories that will create a fabulous atmosphere, and then abandon it as you grow. For example, you can hang a canopy.
• The design based on cartoon plots is an excellent motif in the setting. It is important in this case to keep everything in the same style.
• When decorating a student’s room, do not forget about places to store all accessories.
• Zoning a children's room is necessary to delimit the space for games and sleep. 

Remember: from childhood you develop a sense of style and taste in your child, so take care of the beautiful furnishings in his room. 

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