The Victorian style it refers to that architectural genre typical of 19th century England, in particular under Queen Victoria, therefore between 1837 and 1901. This style, back in vogue thanks to several TV series set in the noble mansions of the English aristocrats, ha certain characteristics which can be adapted to contemporary furnishings. It is certainly a very classic style, which it draws from antique furniture and antiques.
Choosing to give this atmosphere to your home means being particularly lovers of history but also of art history, with an eye to the tradition and classicism of a certain type of design. Mixing it with contemporary elements gives the house a totally original decor that reflects ours personality.
What cannot be missing in a Victorian style home
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To take inspiration from the past and then interpret it you have to know precisely the main characteristics of the Victorian style.
Lots of details and soft lines
A self-respecting Victorian setting is yes orderly and rigorous as the era dictated, where morals were extremely rigid, but also characterized by rich details with sinuous shapes on stuccoes, ceilings, frames (paintings can never be missing), doors, but above all furniture (even better if inlaid) and knick-knacks. Indeed, we are the antithesis of minimal: the furniture must not think about functionality but about the aesthetic quality of the decoration, including trinkets and whims in gold.
The choice of materials
THE right materials they are the secret to giving even alone a Victorian touch to an environment or a room, without having to furnish them totally in the same style.
The dark woodbe it walnut, oak or rosewood, it was predominant in the bedrooms, living rooms and kitchens of the time. But be careful to include this kind of complements in particularly small rooms: they could take away space and brightness. Rather, choose only a small one to be placed in a more contemporary context to play it down.
Shutterstock Photo | Daria Kozlovskikh
There upholstery, even better if floral, is one of the most recognizable English style elements. Dark tones match perfectly with velvets, cushions, curtains and armchairs. Brown, dark green, blue and garnet are the main colors.
The floor must be strictly in marble, which at the time as today immediately gave an aura of particular refinement. Today marble can be safely replaced with del stoneware that unites the elegance to the practicality of management. Then absolutely can not miss the Persian carpets.
The tower clock: the detail that makes the difference
If we like the Victorian style but just want to give some details to our environment, the ideal solution is the tower clock. In fact, thanks to its particular structure, it furnishes the environment independently. Very interesting and particularly beautiful are the specimens that have a glass part that leave the gears visible.
The Victorian style it refers to that architectural genre typical of 19th century England, in particular under Queen Victoria, therefore between 1837 and 1901. This style, back in vogue thanks to several TV series set in the noble mansions of the English aristocrats, ha certain characteristics which can be adapted to contemporary furnishings. It is certainly a very classic style, which it draws from antique furniture and antiques.
Choosing to give this atmosphere to your home means being particularly lovers of history but also of art history, with an eye to the tradition and classicism of a certain type of design. Mixing it with contemporary elements gives the house a totally original decor that reflects ours personality.
What cannot be missing in a Victorian style home
Shutterstock Photo | PinkyWinky
To take inspiration from the past and then interpret it you have to know precisely the main characteristics of the Victorian style.
Lots of details and soft lines
A self-respecting Victorian setting is yes orderly and rigorous as the era dictated, where morals were extremely rigid, but also characterized by rich details with sinuous shapes on stuccoes, ceilings, frames (paintings can never be missing), doors, but above all furniture (even better if inlaid) and knick-knacks. Indeed, we are the antithesis of minimal: the furniture must not think about functionality but about the aesthetic quality of the decoration, including trinkets and whims in gold.
The choice of materials
THE right materials they are the secret to giving even alone a Victorian touch to an environment or a room, without having to furnish them totally in the same style.
The dark woodbe it walnut, oak or rosewood, it was predominant in the bedrooms, living rooms and kitchens of the time. But be careful to include this kind of complements in particularly small rooms: they could take away space and brightness. Rather, choose only a small one to be placed in a more contemporary context to play it down.
Shutterstock Photo | Daria Kozlovskikh
There upholstery, even better if floral, is one of the most recognizable English style elements. Dark tones match perfectly with velvets, cushions, curtains and armchairs. Brown, dark green, blue and garnet are the main colors.
The floor must be strictly in marble, which at the time as today immediately gave an aura of particular refinement. Today marble can be safely replaced with del stoneware that unites the elegance to the practicality of management. Then absolutely can not miss the Persian carpets.
The tower clock: the detail that makes the difference
If we like the Victorian style but just want to give some details to our environment, the ideal solution is the tower clock. In fact, thanks to its particular structure, it furnishes the environment independently. Very interesting and particularly beautiful are the specimens that have a glass part that leave the gears visible.
