Baroque interior in the living room, kitchen and bedroom: 60 photos and ideas

Baroque style in the interior originated in the 18th century in Italy and despite this it is popular among contemporaries who want to emphasize their taste. From the Italian "baroque" is translated as fancy, superfluous, that best describes this style.

Characteristics and history

Baroque in the interior is similar to Rococo, a branch of the classical style of the early 18th century, which focuses on ornament, mythological themes, and the abundance of decorative elements. The interior of the Baroque is characterized by the contrast of colors, jewelry and graceful gold inserts, decoration.

The photo shows a classic baroque interior with no TV. An open fireplace, a grand piano and crystal, and a special finish create a festive atmosphere in the living room.

Baroque features in the interior:

the presence of paintings, frescoes;
gold finish and accessories, intricate patterns and modeling;
solid wood furniture;
large space;
expensive and bulky textiles;
symmetrical arrangement of furniture.

Choosing a color palette

Colors are selected based on the size of the room, but still preference is given to shades of burgundy, emerald, blue in combination with gold and silver in the decor. White and beige are also the primary colors of the interior, which are combined with an additional touch.

Baroque is characterized by the contrast of colors, so in moderate size you can combine warm and cold colors against the background of light colors with gold trim. Plain wallpaper is also relevant, you can use floral pattern or ornaments.

The photo shows a spacious baroque living room, where the windows and their textiles serve as the main accent of the room and are in harmony with other colors of the interior.

Materials and finishes

For the walls, tapestries are used (decorative textiles for walls), and you can also use wallpaper for a modern baroque interior.

Suitable fabric wallpaper, non-woven or vinyl. Fabric is most like a tapestry, and modern printing allows you to embody a variety of patterns. Non-woven and vinyl wallpaper can hide the irregularities of the walls, which is a plus. The color scheme of the selected wallpaper should match the color baroque style.

In the photo, white-gold non-woven wallpaper with a large floral ornament, which are combined with a touch of gold-plated decor elements, and a mirror panel adds spaciousness.

Dark laminate or parquet flooring, as well as marble, are suitable for flooring. A vaulted or flat ceiling is decorated with a large chandelier, painting, gilding, molding of plaster, depicting grapes and leaves, frescoes.

The choice of furniture and its feature

For the manufacture of furniture choose a type of wood that can be polished and decorated with carvings, for example, walnut. For finishing use an ivory, a tortoise shell, gilding, bronze.

The interior of the Baroque is distinguished by a high-quality fabric upholstery, fringe, curved lines, high legs. The sofa is complemented by twin chairs, the table is decorated with carvings or mosaics, the chairs are necessarily with carved backs. The bed is chosen large size, two-door wardrobe, cupboard and ottoman near the seats.

The photo shows the furniture for the Baroque style, which is distinguished by its uniqueness, long twisted legs and gold fittings.

Decor, textiles and accessories

The interior of the Baroque often used tapestries or fabric wallpaper, brocade upholstered, velvet fabrics, brushes and fringe.

Baroque is characterized by the presence of niches in the walls, which are decorated with statues and other decor.
Of the paintings, painting and works of the Renaissance are preferred.
In a large room, you can make a false column, a false fireplace or pilasters.
The floor is decorated with a patterned carpet that occupies a smaller part of the room.

In the photo, the main elements of the Baroque style decor, such as a false fireplace, statues, paintings and moldings.

The interior of the Baroque is recognized by the luxurious drapery of the fabric, which the textiles on the windows convey, garters, sticks and brushes. A soft lush lambrequin of a contrasting color with gold leaf decorates the living room or bedroom. For curtains used velvet, brocade, satin, jacquard. If there are no doors in the room, then the doorway can be decorated with curtains.

Interior lighting

Light should be diffused, soft. Previously, only candles were used; today, their imitation is created with the help of electric lamps in the form of candelabra and candlesticks. The main lighting gives a hanging crystal chandelier. It is extremely important to have a large window or several windows that would give sufficient natural light. For more effect, you can use mirrors.

In the photo, the interior of the dining room is in white color, where the special warmth is added by the soft light of a massive pendant chandelier and wall lamps, selected for the style.

Photos in the living room, bedroom and kitchen

To create an interior in the Baroque style, you cannot use standard furniture, it should be a luxury set with natural upholstery.

Living room

In the living room you need to choose furniture on carved legs, with curved armrests, deep backs. From the color you can choose a combination of gold with green, beige or ruby. For the decoration of the walls suitable fabric or liquid wallpaper. Abundant decoration of the ceiling is appropriate if it is high enough. Ornaments and patterns of sculpture can move from wall to ceiling, erasing the border.

Parquet with a large carpet, the ornament of which corresponds to the interior in the Baroque style, will suit the floor. For a small living room it is important to choose a bright shade of finishes and textiles, as well as a glossy floor. From the decor it is necessary to give preference to paintings with frames, mirrors, vases, classic brocade or velvet curtains with garters and drapes.

In the photo there is a blue living room, where wealth is transferred by a good leather and velvet upholstery. Pastel shades in contrast are combined with gold and luxury.

Kitchen

For the kitchen, you should choose the wall decoration with paint or plaster; ceramic tiles for parquet or marble will be suitable for the floor. The most attractive look white kitchen with gold trim. Kitchen set should be massive of oak, chestnut, ash, decorated with carving and varnished. Cabinets can be with glass inserts.

The dining table can be placed in a separate dining room or in the kitchen, it should be round or rectangular. Chairs on carved legs and covered with brocade. The work surface should be made of stone. For decoration, porcelain dishes with a gold border, antique clocks and candlesticks are suitable.

The photo shows an example of arranging a narrow baroque style kitchen. Bright set with geometric gold trim and mirror inserts makes the interior light.

Bedroom

The interior of the bedroom in the Baroque style is distinguished by luxury and large space, inside which are placed the royal chambers. For walls suitable monochromatic wallpaper dark or light palette with a spectacular border of gold or other saturated colors.

The main point of attention is a wide bed with legs and a luxurious back. Above the bed you can hang a canopy. From furniture it is also appropriate armchair with ottoman, dressing table, chest of drawers with legs.

A crystal chandelier and floor lamps are suitable for lighting. From textiles fit heavy materials with bulk drapery and pelmet. From flowers it is necessary to give preference to beige, light brown, gold, green and blue.

In the photo there is a bedroom in shades of yellow and brown, where the correct style of furniture, canopy and textiles emphasize the richness of baroque.

Baroque in a modern interior

When creating a baroque style in a modern interior, you need to remember that:

This is one of the most expensive interiors, which does not tolerate a fake and requires study;
it is difficult to put it to the end in small rooms and a small apartment, for baroque you need space;
Here modern construction materials such as rear wallpaper, linoleum or modern stretch ceilings, PVC film are inappropriate;
kitchen appliances, TV and other household appliances should be hidden after use or mask the front doors;
You can create a compromise style of modern baroque, which is well adjacent to the modern elements of life.

In the photo is an example of how you can combine the modern rhythm of life and the love of the classics. Modern wardrobe goes well with baroque décor and furniture.

Baroque is one of the most demanding styles, but even in a small room you can recreate it, using not all pieces of furniture, but only elements. Characteristic decor and textiles emphasize the interior, and set the mood for guests at home.