Lamps in the "retro" style

The "retro" style attracts attention with its unusual design, which absorbs the best moments of vintage and antiquity. Lamps in this style are made of materials that enhance the feeling of being in touch with historical events. "Retro" lamps are able to combine modernity and history, simplicity and chic. Such interior items will become a detail that will enliven the space and add a bright accent.

Retro style is the quintessence of complexity and simplicity, originality and mediocrity. It covers the period up to the 20th century, monochrome 60s, fiery 80s and transitional 90s. Designers are often faced with the problem of how to properly furnish a room in a vintage style. This is especially true for the choice of lighting, because a lot depends on the light.

Despite the nuances, experts love to use stylized objects, they are unusual, while they have a number of features:

• Variety of shapes. Luminaires are created standard or extravagant. Correct geometric proportions are more common. The choice of shape depends on the design of the room.
• Conciseness, clarity of designs. Versatility allows you to choose lighting items for rooms with any functional purpose.
• Minimalism. It is expressed in the absence of a large number of details and decorations. Thanks to this concept, retro-style luminaires look simple but tasteful.
• The opposite of minimalism detail. Some chandeliers, especially those made of crystal, have intricate shapes, unusual designs, ornate designs.
• Luminaires are produced in several sizes - impressive dimensions and neat little wall-mounted ones.
• The main materials are porcelain, wood, plastic, less often metal and crystal, from the finishing - nickel, bronze.

The range of lamps in the "retro" style is extensive. Manufacturers offer many modifications, shapes, stylizations.

Let's consider the popular ones in more detail:

• Antique chandeliers. Chandelier is a suspended ceiling lamp that creates shadow-free lighting. This type of lighting fixture is in great demand among buyers. The chandelier is usually mounted in the middle of the ceiling, providing optimal illumination of the entire space. As for the "retro" style, the lamps are made in the form of a wooden wheel, forged, with candles.

• Torches will add a touch of medieval mystery to the interior. They will not fit into any interior; such devices require an appropriate design.
• Lamps in the "retro" style on chains look original and fresh. Chains add beauty, bohemianness to lighting fixtures. But their design is simple - lamps in sockets hang from the ceiling on long cords or chains.

• Floor lamps - spotlights installed in certain places, for example, next to the reading chair, near the head of the bed with a night light function.
• Lanterns are an unusual lamp, reminiscent of an ordinary street lamp, but with a touch of vintage.
• Sconce - Wall lights. Good for corridor lighting, they create an even light. "Retro" sconces are made of plastic, metal, simple or sophisticated.
• Neon sign - a conceptual lamp that will accentuate the era of the 70s and 80s, combining brightness, emphasis on the spirit of "disco" and functionality. Signs are suitable for lighting kitchens and bars.

Retro style fixtures range in size from compact small wall lights to chic oversized chandeliers. Halls and living rooms are equipped with large lamps. Their power and size will allow light to reach all corners of the room.

Small devices are installed as independent light sources in small rooms, bathrooms, corridors, dressing rooms. They can work in tandem with huge chandeliers to create auxiliary lighting.

The most popular material for making retro lamps is wood. This material is able to give a touch of antiquity, it is harmoniously combined with any finish.

Wooden lamps will succinctly fit into the following styles:

• Rustic - cozy rustic style, where the central element will be a massive chandelier made of rough untreated timber or plafonds in the form of an ordinary board.
• The atmosphere of mountaineering and the unique warmth of mountain houses - these are the words that can be used to describe chalet style... A tree is appropriate here, but it will resemble the resemblance to hunting trophies.
• Scandinavian style differs in massiveness, solidity. The chandelier is chosen for these epithets - from an array of solid wood species, carving is allowed.
• Techno style assumes clarity and some complexity of forms. For example, a ball made of wooden arcs or a rectangle made of planks.

The tree is distinguished by its simplicity in processing, a wide range of colors, richness of texture, individuality of the resulting product, environmental friendliness and stylistic diversity. The disadvantages include flammability, susceptibility to mold, fungi and parasites. To prevent deterioration of properties and keep the tree in its original quality, it is impregnated with special solutions, and the humidity in the premises is reduced.

"Retro" lamps are made of metals (copper, brass, bronze). These lighting fixtures are large and vividly reflect the vintage style. Metal chandeliers are hung from high ceilings and beams.

Crystal is another material option for a "retro" style. Earlier, a crystal chandelier was an indicator of wealth, status and taste of the owner. Crystal lamps are suitable for large rooms, due to the multifaceted details, a light, airy, bright light is created.

Plastic is a budget option. It is inexpensive, easy to use, and unpretentious. Plastic is not very popular, however, when combined with wood and metal, original accessories are obtained.

The "retro" style does not like bright, catchy shades. Here the colors are calm, even faded and washed out. The color palette emphasizes the historicity and vintage of interior items, it seems to have faded under the influence of time, and in some places has worn out. Popular colors are gray, greenish, dusty blue, beige, ivory, white.

To dilute the pastel shades and break the monochrome, designers add deep saturated tones that match the shades of natural materials. The wood is covered with matt varnish or stains, thus, the lamps acquire a noble, visually pleasing surface.

Metal appliances also do not need additional paint decoration - they already have the color required for a "retro" style.

"Retro" luminaires should perform two functions - to emphasize the design and illuminate the room.

To combine this functionality together, experts give several useful tips for choosing:

• Chandelier - for a spacious, large room. This accessory will be able to provide light throughout the entire area.
• Lamps, sconces and floor lamps are suitable for small spaces, creating point light sources.
• The devices are fixed at a height of at least 2 meters from the floor.
• Matte shades create soft, intimate, subdued lighting that's ideal for bedrooms and lounges.
• To create directional light, for example, in the kitchen above the work surface, you should pay attention to chandeliers and sconces. In them, the light is directed strictly downward.

A correctly chosen retro-style lamp will create a calm, cozy atmosphere at home, setting you up for relaxation and rest.

An original device completely suitable for the overall design of the room can be made by hand. An interesting option in the next video.

"Retro" lamps meet all the requirements of designers when designing the furnishings of living quarters: functionality, originality, aesthetic perfection. With the right choice and placement of accents, they become a highly artistic composition. The following selection of photographs will clearly illustrate how antique lamps transform modern interiors.

This lamp is notable for the fact that it combines two rough materials - metal and rope. The metal frame is covered with a tourniquet, and the chandelier itself is suspended from a thick rope. This duo creates a unique vintage style that fits perfectly into the "retro" kitchen.

Putting a stylized street lamp in the room - not everyone dares to take such a bold step. But the effect is worth it. Such lighting will provide originality, soft comfort. The lantern is suitable for an office or hallway.

Retro-style floor lamps are laconic and have a simple design. They do not attract much attention to themselves, they fulfill only their direct purpose. Floor and bedside lamps provide subdued lighting for a peaceful environment.

The ideal lighting is created by sconces in elongated rectangular rooms (in corridors). They scatter light at the right level, filling the entire space with the required amount of illumination.

The original wooden lamp is laconic, but with a twist. Everything is simple in it - a beam, ropes, lamps. This is the essence of the rustic style.

A metal chandelier on chains with lamps stylized as candles is a chic piece of furniture. She is graceful and solid at the same time. Its forged elements are mesmerizing, and the lamps are reminiscent of the palaces of medieval Europe. Such a chandelier will be a great addition to the dining room, where a big friendly family gathers at the table.

Here she is, the queen of drawing rooms and halls - a crystal chandelier. Huge, graceful, with many decorative elements. She looks solemn and is suitable for meeting guests.