Chandeliers in the style of "provence" and "country"

Each year, designers offer new models of lighting fixtures for various interiors. Some elements go out of fashion, replacing others, new materials and production technologies are used, but chandeliers and lamps in the style of "Provence" and "country" do not lose their relevance in interiors for over a century.

The Provence style dates back to the 19th century in the southern regions of French villages and fishing villages. The south of France is bathed in sunshine, lavender fields, vine plantations, meadows with wildflowers are spread around. The landscape of the south of France and rustic motifs are reflected in the Provence style: in colors, shapes, materials used.

Style "Provence" and "country" have a lot in common, in fact being synonyms. Translated from French "Provence" is a neighborhood, a province. "Country" is translated from English as a village.

Rustic chandeliers have been in demand for over a century. Thanks to their graceful shapes, unusual shades and lampshades, country- and Provence-style lighting fixtures are used in rooms of various styles and functions: from bathrooms to living rooms and bedrooms.

Chandeliers in the style of "country" or "Provence" have a number of features that ensure the popularity of this type of lighting fixtures:

• high light transmission of lampshades and lampshades materials - lighting fixtures of this style fill the room with light, create the effect of a sunlit room;
• use of natural materials - the frame of the chandelier is made of wood, metal, ceramics, the technology of combining wood and metal is used. Natural fabrics (linen, silk, chiffon), carved wood, glass, ceramics, crystal are used as materials for shades and lampshades;
• using pastel, muted colors - the color palette of chandeliers in the style of "country" and "Provence" creates the effect of a product burnt out in the sun, the chandelier does not attract active attention, light and floating with an abundance of interesting details and decorative elements;

• floristic motives as on the chandelier frameand on the lampshades and domes - a carved wooden frame, in the shape of a vine, in metal bases. The technique of hand or steel forging of an ornate shape is used, the clay or glass shade is painted with floral ornaments, the textiles of the lampshade can be in a small flower or with abstract patterns reminiscent of river waves;
• in order to achieve better lighting of the room chandeliers are installed together with sconces, wall lamps, floor lamps, made in the same style;
• chandeliers and lamps in the style of "country" and "Provence" in the interior are not only a source of artificial light, but also an important element of decor;
• lamps in the style of "country" and "Provence" it is permissible to use in rooms of other styles: eco-style, American modern, classic and others.

Chandeliers in the style of "country", "Provence", depending on the mounting method, can be:

• ceiling;
• suspended.

Ceiling chandeliers are mounted on a plank to the ceiling. Their peculiarity is that the height of the chandelier cannot be adjusted. The luminaire frame is located close to the ceiling.Chandelier arms cover shades or small lampshades. This type of mount is suitable for rooms with low ceilings.

Hanging chandeliers mounted on a hook, which is mounted in the ceiling, and with the help of a strong chain, the length of the chandelier is adjusted. This mounting option allows you to place a larger number of decorative elements inherent in the styles of "Provence" and "country", and not overload the appearance. The suspended version of the chandelier is suitable for spacious rooms with a ceiling height of 2.7 meters.

Both ceiling and pendant chandeliers consist of a base (frame), electrical wires are masked at the base, and the base can branch into several arms, each of which contains a lamp holder. The chandelier cartridge can be used as a decor:

• plafonds;
• lampshades;
• open candle-shaped lamps.

Rustic-provincial style involves the use of natural materials, often these materials that can be found on hand.

The materials for the base of country and Provence chandeliers are:

• wood;
• metal (bronze, silver, nickel and others).

The base of the chandelier made of wood is given smooth winding shapes, unusual floristic elements are carved, reminiscent of intertwining plants, flexible branches of trees and shrubs, and a vine.

The metal base in expensive models is made by hand forging metal, giving ornate shapes and unusual bends. Such a chandelier will be quite heavy. More budgetary options with a metal base are made by the method of station forging according to prepared stencils. Metal forged bases are given the shape of branches, flower stems, abstract smooth, light forms.

Both the wooden and metal base of the chandelier are devoid of sharp corners, the shapes are streamlined and smooth with a lot of curls and bends. The metal base is given a worn effect, it is aged in various ways of tinting and patina. Often there is a combined base made of wood with metal elements or vice versa.

For shades and lampshades, materials such as:

• porcelain;
• ceramics;
• natural fabrics (silk, linen);
• wood;
• crystal;
• glass.

Plafonds and lampshades can be monochromatic, but more often they have floral ornaments, smooth curves reminiscent of rolling waves, less often geometric patterns are used.

Shades of shades and lampshades are quite simple in their geometry: cones, spheres, hemispheres, trapezoidal. In a rustic style, the use of asymmetry and abstract forms with sharp angles is unacceptable: this will disrupt the harmony of perception of the interior as a whole.

The rural-provincial landscape is easy for visual perception, there are no flashy, contrasting elements in it. This color palette is inherent in country and Provence style chandeliers.

In the design of lighting fixtures in these styles the following colors are used:

• blue;
• lilac;
• yellow;
• beige;
• pink;

• mint;
• White;
• Ivory;
• sea ​​wave;
• turquoise;
• Orange.

The colors are dim and transparent, reminiscent of sun-faded paints. A bright or saturated color (black, red, blue) can be used as a thin line for small elements.

The choice of a ceiling lamp is the final stage of renovation and design work. The style of the lighting fixtures should match the overall style of the room. Country-style and Provence-style lamps will best complement rooms of the same style. If earlier chandeliers of these styles adorned mostly country houses and villas, now this type of lighting is actively used in city houses and apartments.

Such a chandelier will decorate the kitchen made of natural materials and add charm and romanticism. Suspended models in the style of "country" and "Provence" will easily solve the problem of zoning a small area of ​​the kitchen. Above the working area, spotlights are used for better lighting, and a Provencal or chandelier in rustic motifs will fit well above the dining area.

For the kitchen, it is worth choosing chandeliers with shades or lampshades made of metal or ceramics, which will make it easy to remove fumes and greasy deposits. Textiles on lampshades are acceptable when using special impregnations, which will prevent the absorption of burning into the fabric.

Ceiling or pendant chandeliers in the bedroom of a girl or a young married couple will look cozy, elegant and romantic. The pastel colors of the lighting fixtures will fill the room with soft light. For the bedroom, you can safely choose models with fabric lampshades, carved shades, decorative tassels and fringes.

For a bedroom, it is recommended to select a chandelier, sconces or floor lamps in the same style, which will allow you to vary the saturation of light.

The French style of the living room will be complemented by country and Provence style chandeliers. For the living room, there are no restrictions on the choice of chandelier materials. For a pompous, large living room, you can choose richly decorated pendant lamps with crystal or glass beads with a forged metal or carved wooden frame.

When decorating a living room in the American Art Nouveau or Tiffany style, country and Provence chandeliers will also look organic. Tiffany's style involves the use of flowing forms, functional decor, natural elements in the interior design.

The main color of American Art Nouveau is sky blue, turquoise. Calm, pastel colors of the living room in Tiffany style will be complemented by lamps made of natural materials in pastel colors. For such a living room, you should choose shades and lampshades made of stained glass, ceramics, natural textiles.

When choosing a lamp for any room, you must rely on a number of general principles:

• for rooms with low ceilings, choose lamps with a ceiling mount, for spacious high rooms - pendant, with the ability to adjust the length;
• the color of the lamp, shades, lampshades should differ by several tones from the color of the walls or be bright elements against the background of the entire interior;
• for dark rooms, it is worth choosing lamps with a large number of lamps, the material of the shades and lampshades should dissipate well, and not absorb the luminous flux.

The variant of lighting in the form of chandeliers today returns the popularity that was once lost. In a modern interior, chandeliers are not only a source of artificial light, but also an important decorative element, without which the style of the room will be incomplete. The leading trend in modern interior design is the use of natural materials, this also applies to lighting fixtures.

Vintage chandeliers in the style of "country" and "Provence" remain fashionable, relevant and high-profile. Forged intricate chandelier bases with decorative ornaments made of crystal or cut glass and open candle lamps are favorites of spacious living rooms, both in city apartments and country residences.

Chandeliers popular in modern interiors, whose decorative desserts are unobtrusive, but allow each time to take a fresh look at this design element and catch new notes in the base or lampshades of the lamp.

For even more interior design ideas with Provence style lamps, see the next video.