Arched Wall Design
The Gothic interior design is a subject of research not only for architects but also for anyone interested in buildings and history. The variety of designs and elements included in this form of designing makes it one of the popular styles. Let us understand about Gothic interior design in short.
Gothic Interior Design
The Gothic architecture is mostly seen in religious monuments. However, this type of architecture is also observed in civic building, universities, private residences, etc. Notre Dame De Paris Cathedral in France is one of the famous buildings constructed using the Gothic designs. Origins of this form of architecture can be traced back to the medieval period. Victorian Era marked the revival of this architectural form.
Gothic Interior Design
The most important elements of Gothic interior design are fireplaces, pointed arches, wooden ceiling beams, stained glasses, etc. Flooring which is done as per the Gothic designs is hard and materials such as hardwood, stones, etc are used. To cover these hard floor surfaces, rugs with deep colors are used. It gives a castle-like appearance to the interiors.
Gothic Interior Design Style
The Gothic style of interior designing developed in the 12th century and pointed arches were the main features. Later on, in the Victorian period, much more decorations and colors were added. It is said that Gothic style is more inclined towards the darker and mysterious side that includes something dramatic and sensational. Painting the walls in black color is therefore, not considered to be uncommon in the Gothic style.
Modern Gothic Interior Design
In the modern times, Gothic designs are used to give a dramatic and striking look to the interiors. Colors to be chosen for walls need to have deep hues. The most commonly used colors are ruby red, blue, gold, dark green and violet. The golden color is added for brightening the appearance. It is interspersed between other colors. The tapestries and wall hangings used have a rich/opulent look. Though it is common to paint the wall in black color as per the Gothic style, the idea needs to be give a second thought before it is applied. This color makes the appearance of the room much smaller. More number of paint coats are needed. This type of painting also reveals the tiny bumps and imperfections in the wall.
Windows
Decorating the windows is an important part of in Gothic style designing. Curtains to be used for windows should always be full-sized. Heavy and soft fabrics are recommended; damasks, brocades and velvets can be used for curtains. Again, the colors used for curtains need to have deep hues.
Furniture
Wrought iron and hardwood furniture is a special feature of Gothic style designing. The bed heads and chair backs need to have the typical pointed arch design found in the Gothic style. Wrought iron furniture includes decorative items such as chandelier and sconces used for candles. Accessories needed to give a Gothic look to the interiors include decorative boxes, metal glasses, pitchers (drinking ware), etc. Wall hangings and lamps are also required for a special Gothic look.
Gothic Interior Design Ideas
The following ideas or pieces of information would prove to be useful.
* The use of pointed arcs over windows is one of the common ideas for Gothic style of interior design.
* It is necessary to have large spaces/rooms to incorporate the Gothic features without making any compromise with designing. Small spaces may appear over-crowded with various elements of Gothic style stuffed into it.
* Before using Gothic style in the entire house, one should experiment with it in the entry way or entrances. The feel/appearance of these can be changed completely with the help of Gothic designs.
Drapery Ideas for Living Room
When it comes to the interior decoration of the living room, one wants it to be such, that it is impressive and comfortable. Besides the furniture and the other elements of the living room, window treatment is one of the most important factors, that needs to be given special attention. Before going for any drapery idea for your living room, you should first analyze, what all purposes that the window treatment has to serve.
The basic functions of any window treatment are, regulation of light in the living room, providing privacy, heat and cold insulation and lastly, adding beauty to the room. Once you are done with a proper framing of the functions of the drapery, then move on to the fabric and different styles that can be used. Moreover, the drapery ideas for windows also depend on the type of window you are having in your living room. Given below are drapery ideas for living room for different types of windows. Read more on, how to hang drapes.
Drapery Ideas for Bay Windows
Bay windows are some of the most elegant windows and drapery ideas for these windows can be quite tricky due to the architecture of these windows. Bay windows are characterized by the set of windows that protrude outside the main wall. Hence, there are a number of ways in which you can decorate these windows. You can insert a rod in front of the window and cover it with a complete curtain or divide the curtain in the middle. Addition of a valance will give more elegant effect. When you are dividing the curtain in two parts, you can tie them back. If the bay windows are large, you can insert single drapes for each window. While choosing the colors of the draperies, see that they complement the other colors in the living room. Read more on, bay window treatments.
Drapery Ideas for Arched Windows
Arched windows are some of the luxurious window patterns, used for living rooms. Many people, with the intent of improving the beauty of these arched windows, go for drapery that has intricate designs and details. Never do that! This will not improve, but harm the décor of the living room. Use simple drapery with very less designs for arched windows. Choose the curtain rod that has a designer look, with some emblem at the center, that has detailed features. If you do not want to show the arched portion of the window, then you can hang the drapery above the arch. Use a long valance to improve the look of the drapery used for arched window. Read more on, window treatments for arched windows.
Drapery Ideas for Sliding Glass Doors
Sliding doors have one fixed frame or panel and other moving panels move on the track for opening and closing. You can add full drapes, to give a stylish and pleasant look to the living room. These full drapes can be rolled when not in use, to allow the light to enter the living room. And when you need privacy, you can close these drapes to give a cozy look. These draperies can be hung on the rods or you can go for modern track assemblies that open and close with the help of a pulley system. You can also go for Roman shades that cover each panel of the sliding door. The width of the Roman shades should be equal to the width of the panel. You can obtain better functionality with the use of Roman shades. Read more on, window treatments for sliding glass doors. French doors are quite similar to sliding glass doors, except that, these doors open outside and do not slide. Thus, drapery ideas for French doors are also same as that for sliding doors.
Jules
I am a graduate student and Michigan transplant living in central Florida. I moved here shortly after completing my undergraduate studies at Michigan State University in 2006. I love warmer climates, and much of my father's side still lives here, so that pretty much explains why I chose Florida.
I am currently working on my Masters of Art Online degree in History and Culture of the Middle East through Vermont College of Union Institute & University. My primary interests in the Middle East are Iraq (specifically Baghdad during the caliphates), al-Andalus, and pre-Islamic times. I will be spending the next year writing my thesis on the "House of Wisdom" established in Baghdad during the 8th-9th century.
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November 20th, 2009 at 8:21 am
Oh, how pretty!
Thanks for sharing, I’m Norwegian too, and I haven’t been fortunate enough to discover her blog yet! :)
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November 20th, 2009 at 8:41 am
Love that chair! Great design.
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November 20th, 2009 at 8:48 am
beautiful! I love the light, airy quality of her space :)
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November 20th, 2009 at 10:06 am
Love that Mademoiselle chair. Got one in white.
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November 20th, 2009 at 1:14 pm
So light, fresh, and breezy! Love it!
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November 20th, 2009 at 1:24 pm
I love FRYD + Design! I have followed her blog for quite a while now and I think her photos are such eye candy!
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November 20th, 2009 at 1:39 pm
Thank you Holly!! Ü
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November 20th, 2009 at 3:21 pm
Ooooh, she has the pink Mademoiselle chairs! And many of them… I want one! :) And everything else in her home is lovely too.
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November 20th, 2009 at 3:47 pm
That photo of all the cheery scarves hanging was the best! Love the colors…
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November 20th, 2009 at 6:10 pm
Oh I love these picture! So light and breezy.
November 20th, 2009 at 6:26 pm
I like the home decorated in gentle tones, like the white thing! I Love the light and the chair is beautiful :)
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November 20th, 2009 at 6:40 pm
simply beautiful. great find!
xo,
cristin
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November 20th, 2009 at 6:50 pm
I’m so glad you found her! I’ve been enjoying her blog for a while now, and love it – what fun to see her featured here!
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November 20th, 2009 at 7:08 pm
Jeanette’s home is so airy and heavenly! I love the white background with the pops of bold color. Very inspiring! I’m taking lots of notes- I cannot wait to decorate my own slice of Scandinavia!
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November 20th, 2009 at 7:41 pm
i am now convinced that everything lovely resides in europe and i understand why you moved there, holly. we need more of this gorgeousness in the states!
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November 21st, 2009 at 7:10 am
what an amazing home!! so heavenly!
November 22nd, 2009 at 1:06 am
So lovely! Thanks for sharing Jeanette space here with us, Holly :) I love her decor ideas, especially the colorful door drapes. Great idea for a matter or natural wall colors. Brighten the space with colors!
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November 22nd, 2009 at 7:19 am
Loved the photos……..so sweet and open……..you could just feel the air and the loving energy!
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November 22nd, 2009 at 1:44 pm
Love the colorful pillows, especially against the cool white backgrounds! Makes me want to re-decorate a room…
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November 22nd, 2009 at 7:28 pm
So sweet and inviting. I really like the love seats.
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November 22nd, 2009 at 8:14 pm
Gorgeous! The colors, the simplicity… Thanks for the link.
November 23rd, 2009 at 6:30 pm
Okay….how on earth did I get so behind over here? So much loveliness I have missed. :) This home is just incredible. So beautiful, warm and so many beautiful colors but, with such a restrained hand. I adore it…..thank you for sharing.
xo
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November 29th, 2009 at 1:22 pm
Amusing, I crafted the same sort of heart for advent.
Big spirits…