What should you look for when going to a furniture store? What upholstery is in fashion and what color should you pay special attention to? We have collected the most interesting and relevant trends that everyone who is planning an interior renovation needs to know.
1. Goose foot
The iconic Houndstooth (Pie-de-Poul) print is a symbol of elegance. In the 60s, it became popular thanks to Coco Chanel and Audrey Hepburn, and today this black and white geometric pattern is back in fashion. It is actively used in furniture upholstery, for example, it will look good in a minimalist monochrome interior.
2. Cage
Why is the cell so attractive in the interior and why is it in trend today? The thing is that an orderly drawing creates a sense of harmony in the interior. Cage furniture calms the human psyche. The interior looks solid and adds solidity and respectability to it.
3.Home Office
Gradually, traditional cabinets with massive furniture are becoming a thing of the past. Modern conditions dictate the appearance of new light functional furniture, which will find a place even in a small apartment. Today, the trend is a mobile workplace that can be created in any even the tiniest space.
4. Black classic
Black always attracts attention. It attracts with its depth and impresses with its practicality. Perhaps that is why interior specialists have returned the fashion to this color. It is versatile and stylish, it makes furniture solid, and gives the interior an extra gloss. Plus, dark-colored furnishings seem smaller than they really are, making them ideal for small spaces.
5. Variety of shapes and colors
There is no room for boredom in furniture design this year. Judging by the latest furniture collections from leading brands, we can safely say that juicy color combinations are in trend. Designers aren't afraid to play with pinks and pair them with French gray. Ethnic patterns are also relevant, for example, African or Indian. With such a variety, furniture specialists do not forget about practicality. All items are designed not only to decorate the house, but also to save space.
6. Geometry
In the world of interior fashion, there is a great interest in geometric furniture. Convenience is that it is easy to use regardless of the size of the room or stylistic solution. The most successful options for such furniture are modern and eclectic, since these styles are distinguished by a variety of forms and versatility.
Furniture stripes Claesson Koivisto Rune "s, manufactured on machines with numerical control.
Sometimes even the most fashionable furniture is difficult to fit in a small area. Where to put a beautiful trendy piece of furniture in a small room? It turns out there is.
According to statistics, about 50% of all upholstered furniture in Russia is produced by medium and small enterprises. Their main competitive advantage over large furniture factories is the ability to quickly and easily adapt to new customer preferences.
We have prepared information for you that will help you navigate the trends in the design of upholstered furniture for 2018 and launch new
models that will be in demand among consumers.
Upholstered furniture production: general perspectives
The first signs of stabilization of the furniture market after the 2014 crisis appeared in the first half of 2016. Moreover, the main driver of the industry
was the production of upholstered furniture, the volume of which for 6 months increased by an average of 25% compared to the same indicators of the previous period.
The analysis carried out by the specialists of MTs5 Group LLC showed the connection between positive changes and the completed adaptation of buyers to the new economic situation. The structure of demand has shifted towards the economy segment and the middle minus. According to forecasts of the Ministry of Economic Development, the average annual growth rate of real incomes of the population in 2018-2019. will be about 1%. Accordingly, we can expect a moderate growth in demand for upholstered furniture.
An additional confirmation of the stable position of upholstered furniture manufacturers can be a study by TNS Russia, conducted in the second half of 2015. According to experts, 69% of Russian families have sets of upholstered furniture. Moreover, the sofa is the undisputed leader among individual pieces of furniture. 83.5% of the respondents said that they have a sofa in their apartment (house). Armchairs - 51.8%.
About 40% of the sofas in use today and 30% of armchairs were purchased 5-10 years ago:
On average, the renovation of the situation is carried out every 10-15 years, mainly in connection with repairs. This means that all these people will go to a furniture store very soon. Good news for manufacturers of upholstered furniture - sofas were named the most preferred purchase in the near future.
What kind of upholstered furniture should be to win the hearts of buyers?
Fashionable upholstered furniture
Many original models were presented at furniture exhibitions held in autumn-winter 2017-208. There are several main
trends:
● Minimalism. It is expressed in simple sculptural forms combined with expensive materials. Chairs-plates, sofas and armchairs without armrests,
geometrically precise topstitching, plain upholstery
● A combination of materials and colors. In the same room there may well be two chairs, identical in design, but different in color. A simple metal frame enhances the luxury of high quality leather.
● Visual lightness. Heavy massive sofas are a thing of the past. Their place is taken by upholstered furniture, which does not burden the interior and gives light
the ability to penetrate into all corners of the room.
● Vivid colors. The most popular colors, judging by the exhibition samples: yellow, all shades of green and blue, purple, turquoise.
● Technological innovation. Cooled bars and cup holders, wireless USB charging, built-in speakers and even LCD monitors, not to mention table armrests and drawers, all add to the functionality of upholstered furniture. She becomes truly "smart".
Russian upholstered furniture companies began to improve the functionality of sofas even before it became a general trend. Last year at the ArtLiga competition in the INNOVATION. Upholstered furniture "the winner was the Salto collection of upholstered furniture from the Britannica design bureau. The electric sofa, which converts to sleep at the touch of a button, received the most positive ratings from the jury.
This year, such models as the Corfu modular sofa with voice control and a USB connector for charging devices and the IQ 129 sofa with 30 armrest options with various options: a bar, lighting, a safe are competing for the victory.
Upholstered furniture that is actually in demand
The stylish models presented at the exhibitions are not always interesting to the mass buyer. Therefore, you should not choose furniture that you like for production. Focus on consumer preferences, which are clearly visible in search engine queries.
We analyzed requests for upholstered furniture in Yandex for all Russian regions over the last year - from February 2017.
Let's take a look at exactly which pieces of furniture were in the highest demand in 2017 and early 2018.
Upholstered furniture in general
Many users searched for upholstered furniture from the manufacturer - 93 965 requests during the study period and custom - 48 943 requests. This suggests that buyers, firstly, need inexpensive furniture with a minimal markup, and secondly, an individual approach to design.
When comparing the demand for upholstered furniture for the living room and for the office, the following result was obtained:
Corner furniture remains quite popular - about 10% of the total number of requests.
Separately, we note the declining demand for office upholstered furniture. In the previous period (that is, from 02.2016 to 02.2017) requests were 17% more than in
investigated. The trend is clearly visible on the chart.
Armchairs
Most of all, consumers were interested in children's, office, computer chairs, rocking chairs, bean bags and chair beds. Computer and office chairs can be combined into one category.
It should also be borne in mind that a significant proportion of requests for child seats were car seats, the next most popular are computer chairs and
chair beds for children. 
Therefore, we can say that office chairs and armchairs are of the greatest interest for small and medium-sized furniture companies. Most often, buyers search for this product in conjunction with the word "inexpensive", so in this case the determining factor will be the price, not the fashionable design.
As for the query "sofas and armchairs", it is obvious that it reflects the need for upholstered furniture sets. Consider this point when developing new collections.
Sofas
Sofas confirmed their leadership with an impressive number of requests over the past 12 months - 37 788 653, which is 15% more than in the previous period.
Let's see what kind of sofas people were looking for. This will help you in forming the assortment matrix.
Corner sofas are searched about 10 times more often than straight ones:
Inquiries related to the size of sofas were distributed as follows:
Sofas that can be used for sleeping are in the highest demand. In second place are sofas for the kitchen, in third place are children's models. 
The Sleeping Sofas category includes sofa beds, sleeping sofas and fold-out sofas. The category "Sofas for the kitchen" also contains the query "kitchen sofa" (similarly, queries for models in the nursery and office are collected).
The most popular queries also included:
Natalya Peksheva, General Director of the Moscow Furniture House, in her interview "Upholstered furniture in 2017 and prospects for 2018" spoke about
the increasing popularity of brightly colored sofas and the move away from beige and brown.
Indeed, the demand for purple, green, blue and turquoise furniture has grown more than for classic color models. Black upholstery is also one of the growth leaders - these sofas create a stylish contrast to the trendy light shades in the finish.
However, judging by the total number of requests, brown and beige are still in the top. They are chosen for their versatility, non-staining and classic appearance. Interestingly, users are actively looking for white sofas - 2 times more often than black ones, which are the second most popular.
Functionality is starting to play an increasingly important role in consumer priorities. Now the built-in bar, shelf or table is not enough for buyers. They are already looking for sofas with USB ports and speaker systems. Sofas, which can be controlled with a remote control or smartphone. And this is actually so - the graphs of requests serve as the proof.
Sofa with usb - a sharp increase in interest in a new feature: 
Sofa with columns: 
Sofa with safe: 
Sofa with remote control: 
As you can see, in general, fashion trends presented at international and Russian exhibitions are reflected in real demand. This is why it is so important for furniture companies to exhibit themselves and to send their designers and marketers to exhibitions. So you will be aware of new products from large companies that can predict consumer behavior.
Furniture decoration and design is one of the decisive factors in creating comfort and stylish decoration in the house. However, the trends change every year. What was at the peak of popularity yesterday is now morally outdated. Those who are going to renew the interior face a difficult task - to choose fashionable and relevant furniture.
In order not to be mistaken, you should familiarize yourself with current trends in the design world. Already on the basis of this, it is easier to buy ready-made interior items or make the necessary products to order. The furniture factory "Kuznetsov" creates unique projects in the author's design. This way you can create a unique style in your own home, taking into account fashion trends.
Favorite trends
Both furniture manufacturers and consumers interested in creating a fashionable and comfortable interior are guided by them today. Among the current trends:
Modularity. Furniture from several sections or sets can, if necessary, be combined in different combinations, achieving transformation of the object, turning it into a more functional product.
Elements of national color. The theme of folklore has long been used in the creation of furniture in the original design. Today it is the most popular trend, allowing not only to foster respect for the national culture, but also to know it better, to create a unique and cozy style at home.
Ecodesign. The use of natural materials, a minimum of artificial decoration, the preservation of the natural texture - all this allows you to create unique and fashionable interior items.
It should be noted that the use of environmentally friendly materials is also popular today. The raw material can be any: metal, solid wood, impact-resistant glass. There is a great demand for derivative materials - wood products. Chipboard (laminated chipboard) and MDF boards have retained popularity for several seasons as an affordable and budgetary alternative to natural wood. Modern technologies make it possible to design them in different styles, including creating on the surface a skillful imitation of any other coatings: wood, leather, stone, etc. Aesthetics, affordability and a huge selection of solutions are not the only advantages of chipboard and MDF. In terms of operational properties, they are not inferior to the array or even surpass it in practicality.
Wood, as a natural material, is susceptible to damage by biological factors (rotting, decomposition, damage by living organisms) and moisture. MDF, for example, due to the presence of binder resins in the composition, does not lend itself to the effects of bacteria and insects. The boards are also characterized by resistance to moisture. Furniture from them turns out to be practical and durable, and due to the high aesthetics of the outer coating - beautiful and does not require additional processing.
Focus on versatility
This is the main trend for furniture manufacturers. Today they prefer compact and ergonomic products, which, however, can be used as much as possible for their intended purpose. Combinations of several items are not uncommon. For example, platforms are created for the living room recreation area, on which a sofa, a rack and a table are installed.
Consumers also hold special respect for transformer products. Furniture equipped with various mechanisms, adjustments and modes of setting positions can be rebuilt in a matter of seconds from one object to another or even several. This option is especially convenient for residents of small and one-room apartments. Literally in one purchase, you can create a complete environment, convenient for both personal needs and for receiving guests.
In this article, you will learn:
Where to start choosing furniture for an apartment
How to choose furniture for each room in an apartment
How to choose the color of furniture for an apartment
What mistakes are most often made in choosing furniture for an apartment
The interior of the apartment largely depends on the furnishing of the apartment. Furniture belongs to the category of expensive pleasures, and not everyone can afford to change it as often as wardrobe items. Therefore, you should not rush to buy expensive and impractical sofas or wardrobes that you will probably want to change very soon. In our article, we share useful tips on how to choose furniture for an apartment.
Council number 1. Never rush to choose and purchase furniture.
P initially, it is worth deciding which pieces of furniture will be really useful in your apartment or house, and only then think about their shape, design and other properties.
Create a plan of your home on paper at a scale of, for example, 1:20. Then we recommend drawing and then cutting out of paper images of those pieces of furniture that you consider necessary, on a similar scale. Now it remains to arrange the cut drawings on the plan of the apartment, based on the purpose of the pieces of furniture and their correspondence to the zones of the apartment space. According to the proposed algorithm, you can make several options for arranging furniture and choose the best one.
Council number 2. Determine your maximum budget.
The question of price is relevant, because it significantly narrows the scope of choice. Experts advise, before choosing furniture for an apartment, to objectively assess your own capabilities and focus on those proposals that fit your budget.
It should be remembered that furniture created in a single copy, or author's collections, cannot be cheap. The same can be said about the products of famous brands. However, what prevents you from typing “elite furniture” in the search bar, familiarizing yourself with the assortment, choosing the models you like and asking the price? In the future, you can search for similar specimens, but in an affordable price segment.
Furniture material is also largely determined by how much future owners can pay for furnishings. The most budgetary options are made from MDF and chipboard, but furniture made of solid natural wood or exotic materials (for example, bamboo or rattan), with hand-made forged parts will definitely cost an order of magnitude more.
Council number 3. Don't buy unnecessary furniture.
What is the optimal ratio of the space occupied by furniture to the total area of \u200b\u200bthe room (coefficient of "overcrowding")? Experts say that for a perfectly rich living room interior in a one-room apartment, this figure should not be higher than 0.35, and for bedrooms - 0.45.
How to choose the right furniture for your apartment? Carefully study its shape, design, color, upholstery. Furniture should be easy to use and useful, because its main purpose is to create comfortable living conditions.
You will probably agree that chic dark polished furniture that is afraid of moisture and needs careful maintenance is far from the best option in terms of convenience and rationality. Glare from glittering surfaces is tiring on the eyes, and what's more, it makes the overall interior of the room a little hectic. The landlady, constantly rubbing the polished furniture, turns into her servant and hardly admires the sparkling view of the shiny surfaces. In other words, the absolute visual appeal of such furniture is reduced to zero due to its absolute impracticality.
How to choose not only beautiful, but also practical furniture for an apartment that fits perfectly into the interior?
One of the main criteria for evaluating upholstered furniture and chairs is the upholstery. It is worth choosing materials that match the overall design of the room and at the same time do not require incredible effort during cleaning.
Council number 4. Leave stereotypes in the past.
When planning an interior in a new house or apartment, be guided not by old family traditions, but by considerations of rationality, comfort and hygiene. A new approach to interior design will help you choose the right furniture and make your apartment not only beautiful, but also cozy.
And old housing can be given a completely new look without changing the furniture. There are many ways: this is a rearrangement and modernization of interior items, and even the purchase of replaceable covers for upholstery, allowing you to change the general appearance of rooms from time to time. Of course, if you have furniture in your house that you can say goodbye to without regret, then rather do it.
Council number 5. Furniture should be combined with the overall color scheme and layout of the room, as well as with the presence and placement of built-in equipment.
Today there are many ways to make the interior bright and memorable, it is enough to approach this task creatively. Modern designers are increasingly choosing original wallpapers, decorative fabrics and glass, ceramics, prints for room decoration.
How to choose the right furniture for each room in an apartment
How to choose furniture for a nursery
In order to beautifully decorate the interior of a room for a child, it is not at all necessary to buy a huge table and a chic leather chair. However, this does not mean that you can confine yourself to a curbstone, knocked down from plywood fragments, and a spring bed.
The carefully thought-out furnishings of the children's room will not only bring joy to your baby, but will also stimulate his imaginative thinking and activity, protect him from bruises during falls, help to actively develop, learn, be independent and responsible.
The best option is to place the most important pieces of furniture (bed, closet, computer desk) close to each other. So that there is always a place in the children's room for new dolls and a constantly growing fleet of vehicles, take care of the presence of spacious drawers and shelves. They will save you from a mess, as well as from the need to regularly move toys from place to place.
The main advantage of such an arrangement of furniture is also the fact that even in the smallest rooms a lot of space is freed up, which the baby is happy to use for games. According to the proposed algorithm, you can easily select furniture for a studio apartment.
An important criterion for choosing furniture for a children's room is its convenience for the child. Avoid intricate designs, drawers and doors that are difficult to open. The child should freely reach for the handles of cabinets and nightstands.
High-quality lighting and bright bright colors used in decoration are no less important for a children's room. Children choose these colors, guided by instincts, so let's not interfere with them. Correctly selected shades have a positive effect on the child's mood, attitude towards life and self-awareness.
When choosing furniture for a children's room in an apartment, you should not discount the gender of the child. Remember that at the age of over five years, your son or daughter begins the stage of personality formation, and his own social circle appears.
Bunk beds are an excellent solution for a room intended for two children. The main thing is that they are safe and easy to use. The steps of the bed should be optimal in height, and the edges should be rounded.
How to choose bedroom furniture
Of course, the needs of children and their parents are very different, but both need a place where you can hide from the hustle and bustle, relax and sleep well. Psychologists do not recommend choosing bright, exciting colors for decorating a bedroom and filling this room with unnecessary items that will interfere with good rest.
The bedroom interior is undoubtedly dominated by the bed, on which each of us, on average, spends a third of our time. To always be in good shape and good mood, choose your bed responsibly. The best option would be a fairly large model with a solid frame. As for the other parameters, they are rather a matter of taste. Make sure the bed does not squeak before purchasing.
How to choose living room furniture
When choosing furniture for arranging a living room in an apartment, let your imagination run wild! It is in this room that you gather with other family members in front of the TV or with friends during a holiday or party. In this regard, furniture in the living room must meet the following criteria.
First, it must be functional enough and meet the needs of both one person and the whole company.
Secondly, due to the well-chosen design and color scheme, it should maintain a good mood of households and their guests.
Third, pay attention not only to the external characteristics of the furniture, but also to its strength, reliability and ability to withstand accidental impacts and falls.
When choosing furniture for an apartment, remember that it is often due to the state of the living room that guests form an opinion about the sense of style and the level of well-being of the owners. So it's worth investing the time and money in developing a good design for this room.
How to choose hallway furniture
It turns out that the arrangement of this room also has some subtleties. For this part of the apartment, you should choose furniture that is not only beautiful, but also compact and functional. The minimum set for the hallway includes a mirror, a hanger, a wardrobe and, of course, a shoe rack. All these items should not take up much space, otherwise it will be difficult for guests to take off their clothes and shoes.
How to choose the color of furniture in an apartment
In this case, the individual preferences of the residents are decisive. If we are talking about a large family, then the “by contradiction” method will help to find a compromise that will suit all household members. To choose furniture for an apartment in a good color, the following criteria should be taken into account:
Practicality
Each of us knows from childhood that dark colored clothes are much more practical than light ones, because various spots are not so visible on it. However, in the case of furniture, completely different rules apply. Many of those who succumbed to the temptation to choose and buy black furniture for an apartment soon become convinced that they need to take care of it even more carefully than light one. Indeed, against a dark background, the ubiquitous dust and every bright speck are clearly visible. And if the furniture in the living room or bedroom is not so heavily soiled, then the kitchen will have to be cleaned very often.
The most practical, surprisingly, is considered to be furniture of light shades. This is, of course, not about boiling white. The best option is such woody shades as:
milk oak;
shimo light;
If small children or large pets live in the house, which are a constant source of pollution, then it is worth choosing furniture for the apartment in darker colors, such as:
italian walnut;
shimo dark;
Furniture with gray ends and bright facades will be an excellent solution for decorating a children's room. The facade can be blue, green, purple, orange, pink or any other rich color. Gray will favorably set off its bright neighbor. Plus, this shade perfectly masks any blemishes. If you do not want to spend a lot of time on cleaning in the future, choose furniture for your apartment from laminated MDF or chipboard. Their smooth surface is resistant to foreign odors and dirt, and also does not require careful maintenance, ordinary cleaning agents are enough.
Versatility
A person quickly gets tired of the interior, in which he has to be constantly. However, it is often not possible to change the appearance of a room at once, because the cost of repair work and furniture is too high.
But do not lose heart, because sometimes it is enough to change just a few elements of the interior for the room to acquire a new look. For this reason, designers do not advise choosing furniture in bright, flashy colors. Use calm, neutral shades, or colorful accessories for added variety. In addition, in the widest assortment of natural wood-colored furniture that is on sale today, you will definitely find an interesting and original option for your home.
A great place to relax, which will appeal to all family members, will be a room decorated in light colors. For walls, you can choose, for example, beige or peach colors, which will visually expand the space. Furniture of the shade "bleached milk oak", no matter how large it is, will look light and weightless.
When choosing furniture and walls in light colors for an apartment, pay attention to accessories of sky blue, deep lilac, dim red and orange shades.
If you have a spacious room, then you can opt for dark (chocolate or coffee) wallpapers, which tend to visually "eat up" part of the area. Light furniture will become a bright accent of such an interior.
As another example, consider a room with dark walls and similar furniture. Oddly enough, such a monochrome combination will not make the room visually smaller, but even slightly expand it. However, such an interior needs bright accessories, without them it will look very dull. As full participants in the composition, you can use textiles, pillows, ottomans, vases, paintings and even frames with photographs. Moreover, such items are much easier to change than, for example, upholstered furniture or wallpaper. Dark brown goes well with deep soothing tones such as:
green - from marsh to emerald;
blue - from dark blue to purple;
red - from burgundy to "carmen";
orange.
Harmony
As you know, some pieces of furniture wear out more slowly, while others - faster. A sliding wardrobe, for example, with proper care, will serve you for 10 years or more, but as for a chest of drawers with constantly pull-out drawers, it will lose its presentation much faster. In order not to change the headset completely, of course, you can simply replace the worn-out item with a similar one. However, what if the manufacturer no longer makes the model you want? In this situation, your imagination and ingenuity will help you choose furniture for an apartment.
Use a play of contrasts as the first method. Let's imagine that there is a wenge-colored wardrobe in your room. You can safely supplement it with a chest of drawers in two shades (wenge and, for example, milk oak), as well as dark chipboard cabinets. Choosing the right accessories, such as cushions, textiles, rugs, you can transform the interior beyond recognition.
An original move that can divert attention from the imperfections of the room is the combination in the interior of materials that are different in color, but the same in texture (for example, shimo is light and shimo is dark). They set off each other and form a unique broken space. If you decide to choose furniture for an apartment according to the described algorithm, avoid items of neutral shades (alder, beech, walnut). Placed in the same room, they will look like they were bought by accident. In this case, you can apply the following trick.
The second method is called "zoning". By dividing the room into several thematic zones, you can, if necessary, replace the furniture in only one of them. Imagine a spacious living room with dedicated areas for storing, relaxing and watching TV. You can only select and purchase a new cabinet and shelving unit if they are worn out more than other furniture. This method is optimal if the table in the upholstered area and the TV stand are the same in color and style.
When choosing furniture for an apartment, decide what kind of visual effect you want to achieve. If the objects are as close as possible to each other in shade and style, then they will create the effect of a smooth transition from one zone to another, if not, then you will achieve a clear separation of space.
The third method has a temporary effect and is to repair the furniture. If the look of the room is no longer pleasing to you, and there are no funds for radical changes yet, use folk methods of interior renovation, such as painting furniture or pasting it with film.
Psychology
Psychologists unanimously argue that color can have a significant impact not only on mood, but also on our overall well-being. To choose the right furniture for your apartment, take note of some general rules.
So, beige and light brown furniture will be a great solution if:
we are talking about a small room that needs to be visually expanded;
the room is dark, it does not have enough natural light;
people living in an apartment suffer from mood swings and melancholy;
you want to focus on bright accessories;
your goal is to create a weightless airy interior.
Furniture in dark wood tones will be appropriate in cases where:
there is a need to balance the proportions of the room or visually reduce it;
we are talking about a room with large windows and excellent lighting;
you strive to create an interior in a classic style with notes of English aristocracy;
the room is intended for reading or work (library, study, etc.);
your priorities are peace, peace of mind, comfort and stability;
you want to use textiles in soothing deep colors that do not distract attention.
When choosing accessories as interior elements, be guided by the following postulates:
bright catchy colors (such as scarlet, acid yellow, deep pink) stimulate brain activity and interfere with proper rest, therefore, they should be used extremely carefully in the design of the bedroom;
blue and purple can have a depressing effect on the psyche, so choose their softest options;
neutral natural shades (brown, foliage, muted burgundy, gray, dark blue) are ideal for rooms intended for relaxation;
no more than three primary colors should be used in one room.
7 common mistakes in choosing furniture
Mistake # 1. Measurement of parameters by the "eye".
When choosing furniture for an apartment, follow the old rule: measure seven times, cut once. It would seem, why remind about such obvious truths? In fact, this is what many of us forget.
Careful measurements allow the basic technical parameters of the furniture to be determined If you buy it ready-made, then this stage of work guarantees you that this or that item will "fit" into its intended place. As for custom-made furniture, measurements are certainly indispensable here. It is on the basis of their results that the project is implemented, so the slightest mistake, a difference of a few millimeters and a barely noticeable deviation can lead to disastrous results. Remember that it is impossible to correct an inaccuracy at the final stage of furniture manufacturing.
Mistake # 2. Making impulse purchases.
Buying furniture is a process that requires a complete approach and a balanced decision. Furniture is an integral part of the home, so it must functionally match the decor, interior design, interior decoration, etc.
Of course, some decorative elements that are a kind of reflection of your tastes and do not affect the functionality of the home can be bought spontaneously. We are talking, for example, about vases, paintings, figurines, etc. However, when we choose furniture for an apartment, we should not be guided by momentary impulses, because they can bring you serious inconvenience in the future. Common consequences of rash purchases are beds squeezed by furniture and sofas that do not match the overall decor of the room.
A separate topic for conversation is wardrobes and wardrobes. These complex engineering structures are extremely popular today due to their rich functionality. Their main advantage is the ability to design and configure for the needs of a particular customer.
Mistake number 3. Assembling furniture on your own.
In this case, we are talking not only about self-assembly, but also about assembly by specialists from third-party organizations. Thanks to careful measurements, the furniture made by professionals exactly matches the interior configuration and does not need to be re-assembled. So why, in this case, it is categorically not recommended to assemble furniture on your own?
The thing is that every piece of furniture today is a complex mechanism, and elementary skills in handling a screwdriver and a drill are not enough for its correct assembly. Experience is needed here not only with furniture in general, but also with specific elements of accessories in particular. As for the installation of sliding wardrobe doors, this is generally a whole science.
So, you found out that self-assembly of furniture is fraught with unpleasant consequences. But you have, say, a friend who is skilled with tools and has experience with furniture. So why not entrust the responsible furniture assembly process to him? The answer is simple: in this case, you automatically lose the manufacturer's warranty, and in fact, for serious companies, its term can reach 15 years.
Mistake # 4. The furniture project was made by a non-professional designer.
Today, many trust the design of furniture to an interior designer who works on the decoration of the apartment. However, in order to draw up a competent project for the manufacture of furniture, it is not enough to have excellent artistic skills and an excellent sense of style. After all, say, a wardrobe should be not only beautiful, but also convenient to use, of high quality and functional. Therefore, it is important that the specialist has extensive experience and knowledge of the specifics of furniture production. In addition, the designer must understand the following aspects:
ergonomics;
physics of mechanisms;
strength of materials.
The appearance and internal structure of furniture has a lot of nuances that determine its practicality and durability. Therefore, it is important not only academic, but also the special knowledge of the designer, which can be gleaned only in the process of work, and not from books or textbooks.
Mistake # 5. Ordering furniture long before the completion of the renovation in the premises.
The furniture manufacturing process usually takes several weeks, and the prudent landlord tries to select and order it in advance. However, remember that measurements should be taken after the completion of the repair of the floor, walls and ceiling in the room. They should be exactly in the state in which they will be used in the future.
If only a rough finish is completed in the apartment, you should not start measuring, even if you know exactly the future parameters of, say, the floor. The fact is that furniture is often installed just a few millimeters from the walls, and therefore even the smallest error in calculations is dangerous - a wardrobe or sofa may simply not enter the opening intended for them.
So, it is worth choosing and ordering furniture in advance, the optimal time to start work in this direction is the period when you are already purchasing wallpaper, paint and other materials for finishing the apartment.
Mistake # 6. Last minute furniture order.
The other extreme comes down to a situation when the owner of an apartment chooses and orders furniture at a time when it is already impossible to do without it. Agree that, for example, we can still put up with the lack of a chest of drawers, but it's very problematic to do without a kitchen or bed.
It can take a long time to choose, order and wait for the furniture to be made. Can you imagine a family life without a kitchen for, say, two months? Of course, with difficulty. Many apartment owners are trying to shorten the waiting period. What can these attempts lead to?
Furniture production is launched on the basis of a quick-and-dirty project, without polishing and modifications. But it is high-quality design that is the key to an excellent result. Remember that it is impossible to make adjustments at the final stages of making furniture for an apartment.
The customer is forced to choose the company that will cope with the manufacture of furniture faster than others... However, the production of high-quality custom-made furniture is carried out according to certain stages and operations, which cannot be skipped. Choose a company that has a reliable reputation and does not promise you a quick result.
The owner of the apartment chooses the materials available at the time of ordering instead of those that are optimal for working on his project. In order for the furniture to have exactly the planned parameters and correspond to the interior of the apartment, the material for production should be chosen as carefully as possible.
Mistake # 7. Manufacturer's choice with standard warranty.
It would seem that if the company provides a guarantee in accordance with the law, then everything is fine. This practice is the norm for shops specializing in the sale of standard factory furniture. The seller cannot assume additional responsibility for a product other than his own. If you choose custom-made furniture, when one person acts as a manufacturer and a seller, then you have every right to receive an additional guarantee. It testifies to the fact that the performer is confident in the quality of his products.
An additional guarantee serves as a strong proof of the high quality of furniture, but, unfortunately, not all manufacturers can provide it today. The company "Formula Mebeli" guarantees the quality of its products not for a year, like other manufacturers, but for 18 months.
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Our goal is to enable people to buy good furniture at minimal prices, so that in any situation everyone can afford to buy a new sofa, hallway, kitchen and whatever he wants, everything he needs to create comfort in his apartment. To do this, you do not need to collect money first, you can just buy it now, and if necessary, arrange an installment plan without overpayments. And we do it.
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Interior design trends are not changing as rapidly as in clothing. Much that was fashionable in 2017 does not lose its relevance this year. Geometry, concrete, loft and minimalism, natural materials are still popular. But there are also some changes and amazing new features. For example, instead of emerald red, brick red becomes the central color in fashionable interiors.
Red always dominates over other shades and attracts the eyes of others. Used correctly, it turns any room into a fun and upbeat space.
The motto of the year is “Only the essentials”. More and more attention is paid to the practicality of the room and the functionality of filling the space.
When decorating windows, it is better to abandon multi-layer heavy curtains and choose traditional combinations of light curtains and thin tulle
- Abundance of light and spaciousness. In the interior, designers mainly pursue the goal of filling the room with light as much as possible and creating the illusion of a larger space. This trend has been relevant for several seasons.
- Cool color palette. This trend follows from the previous one and is not a dogma.
- Geometric motives. Now they are found not only in patterns on the wallpaper, but also in the unusual shape of furniture.
- Eco-friendly materials. This trend also does not apply to new products. However, I am glad that materials that are safe from the point of view of toxicity are becoming more accessible to different segments of the population.
- Built-in household appliances. A trend that has been relevant for several seasons and is loved for its practicality.
- Textured surfaces. Due to the desire for practicality, object decoration is reduced to a minimum. But unusual textures in decoration and furnishings will not allow the apartment to look too austere and boring.
- Ergonomic storage. In 2018, countertops with many compartments are relevant.
- Mixing styles. This trend simplifies the process of selecting all the details for the whole composition, on the one hand, and on the other, it allows you to more clearly show your individuality.
Due to the through holes in the concrete blocks, these partitions will be blown away not by a boring monolith, but by a brutal translucent structure
Velvet upholstery in emerald, ultramarine or tart wine is still in vogue.
Fashionable color trends
Color plays a huge role in interior design and sometimes becomes a key chord of the entire composition. Through color, you can convey the unique character of the room, emphasize furniture and decor details. 2018 in this regard provides a wide choice, because both minimalism and bold shades are in fashion. Everyone can find a fashionable color scheme for their apartment in accordance with their temperament and lifestyle.
Bright colors are always in fashion, the interior definitely ceases to be neutral
The most fashionable colors of this year:
- Red, as already mentioned, becomes the main color in the interior of 2018. It is the color of the brownish shade that is relevant. It is filled with fashionable textiles, cabinet and upholstered furniture, accessories.
Fashionable combination of red furniture with brown floor or even ceiling
- Turquoise color, can compete with brick. At the peak of popularity, a turquoise-mint hue, according to psychologists, facilitates emotional experiences. Curtains or upholstery of this color will create a peaceful atmosphere in the room.
Calm cool color from nature itself is considered universal and ideal for interior decoration in classic and modern styles
- Violet. According to some designers, it should be he who should take the lead. Psychologists say it can help relieve stress and increase concentration. It also has the ability to suppress hunger, which can please people who do not control their appetite.
Everyone treats purple differently, but it leaves no one indifferent.
- Aquamarine. It is believed to contribute to a more intense life with emotions.
The combination of navy blue with white or beige makes the interior lighter and more fresh
- Earthy tones have been popular since last year. It is white, muted gray, sandy and brown.
Bright living room in shades of gray with delicate pink accents
- Dark colors continue to be relevant. The black color of kitchen facades is spreading.
Stylish black color can dilute any interior as a neutral
- Copper and gold colors become more natural and strengthen their position. Pastels are being replaced by more intense shades.
Shiny brass countertops, vases, lamps, and mirror frames look good
In 2018, unexpected color combinations are in vogue, such as aqua with yellow, or blue and orange.
It is not necessary to paint the walls with yellow; it is enough to place a colorful sofa or table in the room. Yes, and not just yellow, but like in cartoons, juicy and positive
Styles and nuances in decor
In interior design, it is recommended to use a minimum number of elements that will create a home atmosphere, ideally and they should be of some practical benefit. This is not pure asceticism, but minimalism with a touch of luxury. When choosing a few decor items, you should focus on high quality.
Exclusive homemade or custom-made interior items are popular
Decor solutions:
- Metallic textures are at the height of fashion. However, it's worth adding something more out of the ordinary than handles or a countertop. A round chandelier with gilding will be a trendy option.
- Chandeliers of the most unusual shapes are also popular.
- 3D mosaic. Pick one piece to decorate the room. For example, an apron can be tiled with a volumetric mosaic.
- The same apron can be made printed by matching the pattern to the main design.
- Walls decorated with mirror mosaics add light to the room and look very interesting.
- Open shelves - with or without glass fronts. Visually increase the space.
- Household appliances in bright colors. In case the built-in is tired, the technique can be made the dignity of the room.
- An unusual bright rug can also be used as an accent.
Metal looks good in the form of bars or other very thin lines, literally strokes
The wall can be completely covered with shelves and they will not "crush" if you use a combination of closed and open shelves
The latest trends in kitchen interior
Functionality and practicality have a special place in the interior design of the kitchen. And stylistic solutions can be very unusual and violate the stereotyped ideas about finishing.
In the design of the kitchen, you do not need to be afraid of bright colors, you can safely use yellow, light green or sunny orange
Kitchen interior design trends:
- Union. To expand the space, the kitchen is connected to other rooms. An excellent solution would be a studio kitchen that captures the living room and divides into zones. Designers often make a kitchen from modules similar to ordinary furniture, combining it with another part of the apartment. The kitchen ceases to be a confined space, cluttered with cabinets and objects, and is not perceived as a boring space solely for cooking.
- Matte coating. Shiny lacquered facades are out of fashion in 2018.
- Metal and stone finishes. Such modern materials as glass, wood, plastic and gypsum are also actively used. Combinations of different materials look interesting.
- Thin countertops and wide work surfaces.
- Cabinets without handles. The absence of the top row is welcomed.
The interior of the kitchen should be spacious, with clear laconic forms.
There should be fresh flowers or herbs in the kitchen
The modern kitchen is comfortably furnished. Each item in the room performs some function and is located in the designated place. No unnecessary things that only take up space. Plain dishes are preferred. The necessary tools are at arm's length in equipped worktops.
Household appliances are mainly built into furniture modules, but in some cases it is permissible not to hide them, but to make them the dignity of the room. The main thing is that it is easy to use and contributes to the maximum optimization of the cooking processes. Great importance is attached to manufacturability. Wi-Fi is built into modern technology for remote control and receiving notifications about the cooking process.
Touch screens are increasingly common in modern kitchens, and intuitively, we understand that gadgets will be the main trend in the future.
A highlight of the kitchen interior can be partial or complete wall decoration with brickwork
To decorate the walls of a small kitchen, choose light colors of tiles or wallpaper. This will help visually increase the space. For a greater effect, the ceiling is also recommended to be kept in light colors. Such execution will correspond to the minimalistic trend. If you wish, you can add non-flashy accents.
Softness of pastels and nobility of metal
If, despite the large selection of trendy colors, none of them seems suitable for decorating your apartment, there is a great solution. Designers recognize pastel colors as relevant for the interior, regardless of the fashion season. Remember that pastel colors are shades of any color diluted with white. Thanks to its pigment, any color becomes calmer and suitable for decorating a living space.
It is customary to refer to pastel colors as light blue, cream, milky, transparent yellow, pale pink and many other slightly muted and discreet shades.
You can choose any pastel shade from a huge palette, and to express the fashionable spirit of the times, use the most trendy finishing materials in interior design. The combination of pastels with metal will look spicy and fashionable. This material is now used not only as an additive, but also serves as the basis for entire kitchen surfaces.
Metal worktop in the interior of a fashionable kitchen
In addition to being spectacular, metal facades perform one small but pleasant function - you can attach magnets with task lists to them, leave notes for your loved ones. Metal in facades combines well with glass, wood, concrete and stone. With a low budget, it is permissible to use an imitation of metal.
Fashionable styles in the interior
Now loft and minimalism dominate. Here are the key points that characterize them:
| Minimalism | Loft |
| Finishes in chrome steel, glass, stone or wood | Floor and wall finishing for concrete |
| 2 primary colors, a third is possible as an accent | Wall decoration with bleached or red brick |
| Massive windows to fill the room with light | Open communications |
| Lack of partitions in the room | Beams on the ceiling |
| Geometry of figures | Untreated wood tables and benches |
| Blinds instead of curtains | Metal cabinets |
Comfortable minimalism is ideal for small spaces - only the necessary set of items, but at the same time, the situation should not be ascetic
Industrial design style, democratic and provocative at the same time, consists of ostentatious emptiness and deliberately rude details
If you are an avid fashionist or like radical changes, then the style can be changed in accordance with fashion. But remember that style reflects the character of the tenant more than other aspects. If a long-term stay is planned in the apartment being renovated, it is recommended to choose a style that matches the temperament and lifestyle. Then the apartment will become as comfortable as possible for you, and you will look harmonious in your home. There are always fashion trends that can be implemented within the style of your choice.
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