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With the development of science are being created and new materials used for decoration. However, they are fraught with certain dangers and can negatively affect the person. Although such harm is minimized, the human reality is entirely artificial the room. It is on this basis and created a new direction of design eco style.
Kitchen in eco style includes the use of solutions in accordance with environmental requirements. It is the use of environmentally friendly materials, as well as the design of the kitchen under the appropriate type. But it is the use of natural materials that cause minimal harm to the environment, is the basis of this style.
Features eco style ↑
Basis eco style was already defined — it is natural. The use of pure materials in the creation of which the human hand has played a minimal role. But it is worth noting that the basis of this design is the absolute environmentally friendly and safe for the environment. Therefore, it is allowed the use of some artificial materials or coatings, if they do not harm.
The main features of eco style include:
- The use of natural materials
- The use of soft lighting
- The use of various decorative elements
- The use of natural light
- The warmth and softness of style
If the choice of materials is clear, it is explained and other points. In this type of decor to make maximum use of natural light from the Windows. This will allow you to achieve a perfect atmosphere in the room. Often for such tasks are creating large window openings, but the standard window size will be enough. As for artificial lighting, often used in soft warm light. Cold glow is better not to use.
Often, the kitchen of this style are full of a variety of elements. Various traditional utensils made from wood, carved stone countertops — all this is combined in a similar style. Plants are also popular, but they make up only a small part of the overall decor.
Warmth and softness is the basis, combined with other style elements. It is worth remembering that an eco kitchen should look nice and warm, though who has survived from a country house. The combination of natural materials allows to achieve this result by creating a unique kitchen design. Even though it will follow the eco style, the variety of creative solutions and ideas will allow you to create individual kitchen.
The choice of materials ↑
The use of the materials for eco cuisine is limited to only natural solutions. This is the basic concept of the idea, so in its implementation it is necessary to abandon all types of plastic, often used for food. Should exclude other artificial materials, being confined to:
- Stone
- Wood
- Ceramics
- Glass
Also allowed the use of metal elements, but this applies only to appliances, and water. The rest is limited to the previously mentioned materials.
Special emphasis is placed on the wood and the stone. These two materials were used to build the first dwellings, being originally of natural. They are perfect for the eco kitchen, as able to create a unique design just due to its texture.
Materials for finishing of walls and floors should choose mainly from wood and ceramic. Stone is also permitted, but such coverage will be very expensive. Often used for floor tiles, though the usual parquet is quite a good solution. The walls are recommended to be finished with stone or tile, the wood here looks pretty bad.
It is worth noting that you can use different types of wood. They may differ not only shades, but also textures. Well as furniture for perfect vine, which formed a wonderful chairs, stands and tables. To Supplement their can glass elements, but it is not necessary to use glass in large quantity.
The palette of the room ↑
Colors in the room should strive to nature, to be natural and unobtrusive. The main background premises should prevail bright or white shade. A good option is a milky color, ivory and other similar options. Also the following colors and shades:
- brown
- green
- blue
- yellow
- beige
It should be noted that the colors for an eco kitchen should be soft and tender. Therefore, the first three options should be chosen accordingly, using cool shades for the room. Also, do not use too bright shades like orange and red, they are not able to fill the room with warmth.
Use cool or too bright colors are not recommended. This also applies to black color, which is rarely found in nature. Its application is allowed only when used stone of the corresponding color. Such options should only be used for countertops or small elements of the interior decoration of walls or floor black stone is not recommended.
Kitchen lighting ↑
The basis for eco — style-the use of natural resources and materials. Therefore, the best option would be to use natural lighting. Therefore, the window can get rid of Drapes and curtains, using the window as a permanent light source during the day. For this reason, the kitchen should be at least of objects, are capable of luminous flux.
It should be noted that eco style eliminates any strict rules of interior design or environment. If the design solution fits the basic idea of style, it can be applied. Therefore, you can use blinds and curtains if the owner considers it necessary. In such cases it is better to use cotton or linen.
As for artificial lighting, lighting better razmerami around the perimeter of the room. In eco style it is not recommended to use a single light source, it is better to disperse in the kitchen. Optimal use of LED strips and lamps. The lamps can be made of glass, but a good solution is the use of paper options. This will allow you to obtain a pleasant diffused light from normal bulbs.
The lighting is distributed throughout the room, but to pay special attention to the cooking area and the dining table. Because that is where the most people are often available. Also want to avoid bulky elements on the path of illumination. Although it may look beautiful, with such decisions in the kitchen can occur dark areas.
The furniture and decor ↑
What kind of furniture should be used in the kitchen that support eco style? Here the optimal solution will be classic wood. But do not forget about other natural materials like stone and glass. Supplementing with them your interior, you can achieve a wonderful result.
However, the kitchen not only forms of these elements. There is no place for minimalism, after all, eco style supports the idea of practicality and naturalness. Therefore, various pillows on the chairs, covers, towels, pot holders and many other items will allow to create a unique look and lived-in home kitchens, which has already touched the hand of a housewife. These elements can be complemented with purely decorative items like traditional utensils of pottery, a variety of weaves of vines and other.
In the decorations this style is not limited. Allowed to use any items that complement the look of the kitchen. But they include the same requirements regarding natural materials.
For a better understanding of the eco style it is recommended to watch this video. Here are shown interesting design solutions such directions. Because of this you’ll find original ideas for your kitchen.
