One of the things that attracts the attention of France,
especially Paris, besides the beautiful architecture, fashion, and of course
food, is how the French decorate their homes. It is a mixture of old and new
design, mix of traditional and modern, and always very elegant and stylish, as
well as its sense of fashion. So here are some ideas and pictures of French
houses, to recreate the interior style of this country and add a certain je ne
sais quoi to the space.
Decorating the home or a room in the French style, was one
of the most popular and repeated decoration styles around the world, in recent
years. However, it is a timeless style that is still used today and always
looks good.
Facades of French houses
You can distinguish in the history of French architecture,
and its art in general, three main periods, first, the ancient architecture,
influenced by the Greeks, which coincides with Gallo-Roman art, Christian
architecture, which is extends from the 16th century, which embraces the Latin,
romantic and Gothic style, and finally, the architecture of the Renaissance and
modern architecture, which with its eclecticism, was transformed into European
and global architecture.
For this reason, we show you some examples of facades of
French houses that go from ancient times to the modern houses of today, so that
you have an idea of the richness of the current architecture that can be seen
in the cities and the Gallic countryside.
Contemporary French decoration
Mix of styles and epochs
Mix old with new, different styles, as well as art and
books, to create a distinct and eclectic space to Philippe Starck, the most
famous interior designer of France. Of course, some French have the advantage
of living in a beautiful building of style, with characteristics of the time,
but that does not mean that you can not recreate this style mixing and
combining what you find in second-hand markets and placing them next to pieces
of modern furniture.
White walls
The apartments in Paris are very dark (unless they are
located on the top floor), so the Parisians keep their white walls to maximize
the amount of light. But if you want a little color, you can create an accent
wall like the one in the kitchen that we see below.
Vintage style
France is famous for its brocantes (French for second-hand
markets), and they appear every weekend in a different district of the cities,
filling the streets with unexplored treasures. Parisians are always on the
lookout for something unique, so when choosing trinkets and curios for your
home, it's good to spend some time at the local second-hand market, and choose
something that will add individual style to your rooms.
Carpets
A large carpet is the centerpiece of any Parisian apartment.
Although France's spiked wood floors are beautiful, the downside is that
walking through them can be very noisy, so a good thick carpet is a good way to
dampen noise and add color (as well as heat). ). Go for something bright, like
the orange carpet on the floor below, or something with drawings, as it will
offer a good contrast with those white walls.
Hanging chandeliers
It may be a little cliché, but hanging a chandelier on the
dining table or in the living room is the easiest way to introduce a little
French style into your home. And you do not have to spend a lot of money: you
can find some reasonable options at IKEA.
Country or old French houses
The French style in decoration is about emphasizing good
taste and comfort, thus obtaining a beautiful, luxurious, relaxed and elegant
atmosphere. In addition, it has a rustic charm very beautiful and perfect for
home.
It is very common to see plants and wooden items in a room
decorated with French style. It is also characteristic of the use of wallpaper,
with patterns and colors that combine with upholstery or other accessories.
However, the most characteristic colors of the style are the colors inspired by
the French landscape.
