Secrets of decorating a kitchen in the Russian style

In the modern world, we have completely forgotten about traditions, about signs, about Russian roots. It is rare when a person is familiar with the rich Russian culture at least a little, with the Russian style, although its beauty is incomparable with any other direction in the art of design. There is something mysterious in the Russian style, something that is not in the fashionable country provence.

The peculiarity of the Russian style is its originality. Even in Ancient Russia, people used a huge number of symbols, ornaments, details with elements of paganism. It was believed that all this helps to fight evil spirits, attract and please spirits, which in return would keep the warmth of the hearth.

In the kitchen decorated in Russian style, preference is given to ornaments. They are everywhere: on furniture, in fabric elements, on walls. This indispensable criterion has greatly influenced the variety of drawings.

It is logical to assume that any style close to folk art, to nature, is made out exclusively with natural materials. Historical data show that since ancient times, forest wealth has been widely used in Russia: almost all buildings and houses were made of wood.

Natural materials have not lost their relevance in the modern world. The Russian style in the kitchen involves not only the use of wood in decoration and furniture, but also the placement of accents with the help of homespun rugs, tablecloths, and canvases on the windows. In this case, embroidery or lace must be present on the textile details.

Many interesting Russian kitchen accessories can be found in markets or specialized stores. Such decorative elements can be matryoshka dolls, bark bast shoes and much more, which is firmly connected with Russia and the Russian soul. However, designers tend to consider nesting dolls and bast shoes bad manners - it is worth giving preference to other, more neutral details. Bundles of onion and garlic, bagels and drying, bunches of mountain ash, beads of dried berries and mushrooms will decorate the kitchen quite well.

Do not forget about the dishes. Clay pots, baskets made of branches, ceramic bowls will look ideal in the interior.

There are several directions in the Russian style, the choice of which will determine the color scheme of the room.

This is a type of painting in which the color tones change dramatically from one to another. For example, black can suddenly turn yellow or red. This kind of painting looks great in the kitchen, the room will always be warm and cozy.

Some people are afraid of such a bright color scheme, believing that there is an excess of black. But in vain: the interior under Khokhloma in no way looks depressing, but only smooths out the catchiness and variegation of yellow-red patterns.

Every Russian immediately imagines the famous blue curls. The blue and white range is the perfect color solution for the kitchen. Wavy patterns are associated only with positive emotions.

The famous Dymkovo ornaments and drawings leave no one indifferent, and the delicate palette of colors will only emphasize the cosiness of the space. The blue and blue accents of the Dymkovo pattern reflect the authentic Russian decor.

When deciding which color scheme is right for your kitchen, we advise you to pay attention to some of the nuances.

• If the room is small, then the interior should be dominated by light shades, even neutral ones. Variegation is only appropriate for accents and details.
• With a poor level of illumination, the surface in the kitchen should be done in warm shades from a light range. With the southern arrangement of window openings, a white and blue color palette will be appropriate.

Kitchenware and small utensils play an important role in transforming the space. There are many nuances when choosing them for a national cuisine. Correctly placed accents create a special atmosphere in the room.

Preference should be given to dishes made of clay and ceramics. Choose bowls and jugs with painted designs and ornaments. The famous Russian wooden spoons will look appropriate. But, since their practicality is minimal, they should only fulfill a decorative role.

When talking about Russian-style cuisine, many of us will immediately remember the stove. In modern houses, and even more so in apartments, a Russian stove is a rarity. But there is a way out: you can make a hood over the stove in the proper style - these are most often made to order.

A good solution is to replace the usual electric or gas kettle with a painted samovar. In Russia, the samovar was an attribute of every hut. Modern household appliances: a coffee maker, toaster or blender - it is better to hide in cabinets, otherwise they will spoil the overall picture of the space.

For an overview of the Russian-style kitchen, see the video below.