Style Constructivism in the interior.

Constructivism (fr. constructivisme from lat. constructio - construction) is an avant-garde style (method, direction), which was developed in the 20-30s of the XX century, the basis of the artistic image of which is not composition, but construction.


The birth date of constructivism is considered to be the beginning of the XNUMXth century. Its development is called a natural reaction to the sophisticated floral, that is, plant motifs inherent in Art Nouveau, which rather quickly tired the imagination of contemporaries and aroused a desire to search for something new.


Design is one of the shaping techniques based on precise calculations of the physical properties of materials and the functions of an object. Design is one of the stages or components of the design process, mainly in the field of architecture and design. The purpose of design is the organization of the optimal functional connection of the elements of the composition.


In the field of architecture, constructivist tendencies were reinforced by the introduction of new industrial technology and materials - iron, concrete, glass.

Constructivism in the interior is characterized by the aesthetics of expediency, the rationality of strictly utilitarian forms, cleansed of the romantic decorativism of modernity.

The function, purpose of each item is extremely clear. No bourgeois excesses.

A distinctive feature of the constructivism style in interior design is well-thought-out functional solutions and strict adherence to their requirements, compact volumes with a clearly defined frame, and technical clarity in the construction of an architectural form.

The constructive interior excludes any floral motifs and romance. This style of interior is preferred by those who like to always have a perfect geometric order in their home.

The main motto of constructivism in the interior is functionality and simplicity in everything.

The internal space of the apartments is freed from partitions, the division into zones is carried out in an abstract way.

The space of the rooms became more spacious, preference was given to movable partitions, rather than separate small rooms and corridors. The forms of furniture were dominated by rectangular planes and clear lines, floor-to-ceiling windows, which created a feeling of moving forward, towards the new and unknown. Minimal decor and maximum functionality, lack of ornament and radiance of metal, colors: black, white, red, yellow, blue - this is the style of constructivism.



The simplicity of constructivism is brought to the limit, to such a simplification when things - chairs, beds, wardrobes - become just objects for sleeping, sitting. Compared with previous styles, such as baroque and empire, constructivism is distinguished by the absence of stucco decoration. Widely used built-in niches, lights.

The walls are painted in soothing colors, or covered with wallpaper with discreet geometric patterns, or plain wallpaper. It is preferable to decorate the floor with tiles with geometric patterns and a combination of black and white or lay out parquet, you can decorate the floor with small rugs depicting geometric shapes of different colors. The lighting is preferably artificial, so the interior can be supplemented with several lamps of geometric shapes.

Windows are not given much attention, it is best to decorate them with blinds or bright curtains with a simple texture. All things and the interior as a whole are distinguished by maximum functionality and minimal decor. The ornament was completely absent in them, color accents were allowed - the brilliance of metal, noble black, pure white and saturated simple colors - red, yellow, blue. These colors were considered a reflection of the philosophical and spiritual values ​​of the era.

Constructivism is great for spacious spaces, furnishing country houses, loft apartments, studio apartments and duplexes, as well as new and uninhabited premises, when their owners cannot decide on a style choice. It also looks great in a home theater and in a spacious one-room apartment - a haven of an urban "hermit", where it is good to relax after the "stone jungle" of the metropolis.

The well-thought-out style of the constructivist interior is laconism and the unity of decoration and simple architecture.


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