Grandeur and European-style design
While there are temporary trends that have their place in the world of design and are generally temporary, there are also entire design worlds that have earned the title of "classic." European-style architecture has earned the status of super-temporary, thanks to the great demand to base planning and design work on it. This style draws elements from older worlds, with an affinity for more modern content. Common design lines that can be distinguished can be columns and headers, the use of wood as a leading element and sticking to specific colors.
Provence-style carpentry and kitchen
Although Provencal kitchens are mainly identified with the Provence region in southern France, there are still other inspirations and elements associated with this style of kitchen and carpentry - mainly from England. This is a style that combines an older scent, with the leading and most recognizable element being the massive wood. These kitchens are characterized by being large and wide, which gives them a very impressive appearance. In addition, other materials such as glass or metal are also combined alongside the wood, creating a unique whole with a European flavor. As is known, the kitchen is the heart of the home, so investing in it is definitely worthwhile. When you base its design on a Provençal design, you get a rustic and warm kitchen with distinct European influences.
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The colors used in the European style
And what about colors? Although it is customary to choose light colors that are the dominant colors in all design work, there are often combinations of light with dark, which create a balanced, interesting look with a rustic scent. If we focus for a moment on the light color spectrum, we are mainly talking about shades of white and cream, while there are often combinations of copper and gold colors. The use of dark colors, which can also be with the color black itself, is done when there is a desire to emphasize a certain area. The combination of dark colors creates depth at that specific point, with the end result being very flattering. Options for additional colors that create contrast but at the same time a very flattering envelope are the colors purple and green.
The use of natural materials
One of the things that most characterizes European-style architecture is the use of natural materials. As we know, today it is possible to use a lot of industrialized materials – from laminated parquet to bricks that are the product of an industrialized process. On the other hand, European-style architecture seeks to emphasize natural materials, as they provide a unique tone and maintain authenticity. Therefore, real wood and stone are used, as they can be integrated into a variety of spaces in the house – from the living room with a combination of real bricks from demolition, to choosing wood parquet over other tiles on the entire floor of the house.
The use of fabrics with the European style
Another element that can be noted with the European style is the common use of fabrics, including curtains. While modern design emphasizes thinner fabrics that create an elegant and solid taste, the European style sticks to thicker and more abundant fabrics that also come in light colors, including the cream shades mentioned earlier. This is an element that creates richness in the space and also contributes to the required European atmosphere.
European style and appropriate lighting
Another emphasis given to the subject of European-style architectural design is on the massive lighting fixtures. While modern design often emphasizes more modest lighting fixtures, to the point where they are sometimes concealed – among other things by means of cornices, the European architectural style embodies a different goal: lighting fixtures that create a rich appearance and a presence that cannot be ignored in the space. Spectacular fixtures can be incorporated that contribute to the overall appearance, without creating congestion in the space that many fear.