Pop art is a new style that does not recognize templates, which became popular at the end of the last century. Unconventional, audacious and shocking - pop art style in the interior of the perfectly illustrates the modern life rhythm. Its name can be understood in different ways. On the one hand, "pop-art" is a reduction of two English words - popular art, in translation - popular art. But if you do not take into account the shortening, but only the short word "pop", the value of which is equated with the Russian "boom", then this style can be characterized as one that is created to attract everyone's attention.
This shocking style is most interesting for young people, as well as for creative and creative people. The direction of pop art originated in the 60's, and in many respects due to this rebellious era. The style of pop art is a protest against the ideas of modernism and conservatism, it is a rebellion against traditions, rules and generally recognized canons. Free and plastic, this style immediately gained unprecedented popularity.
The style of pop art is inherent in some features that can be described as follows:
- Abundance of bright contrasting colors. Welcome the presence of screaming acid tones, all kinds of mixing incompatible colors, the use of prints and collages. A popular variant is a mixture of black and white.
- A special place in the interior design in this style is occupied by wall posters, portraits of famous idols, images from comics and cartoon characters. Portraits can be not only in the form of wall paintings, but also on pillows, bed linens, on decor items. Also replicating of elements( in a tile, on a carpet, etc.) is used.
- Creation of an illusory space, the use of neon lighting lamps, LED lighting, bright light bulbs( can be colored).
- In relation to furniture, the principle of minimalism is followed. The number of pieces of furniture is reduced to a minimum, some of them can be transformed. The built-in wardrobes, sliding ottomans and beds are actively used.
- Another style pop art in the interior is characterized by the slogan "Today used - tomorrow threw out."Often, some household items are used for other purposes - for example, the use of bottles and decorated cans instead of vases. Most of the used items do not require durability and high quality.
- Finishing materials often have a glossy texture. This silky fabric, bright synthetics, glass, polished plastic, in the decor you can use shiny threads and rhinestones. The more gloss - the better.
This style is very easy to learn, even for beginners. The beauty of it is that it is impossible to overdo it. Any interesting and unusual idea can become a highlight of your interior.
Furniture in the style of pop art
Furniture objects pop art is, above all, sofas and beds. It is best if soft furniture can be folded and transformed, or cleaned in special lockers.
The most popular material is natural and artificial leather. Most preferably bright saturated colors and rounded forms. As an ornament for beds and sofas, you can use decorative pillows.
As a place to sit comfortable fashion frameless furniture, puffs or chairs made of synthetic materials.
The tables are best to choose low and round, with a glass painted surface. They can place pretty bright accessories - vases, fruit-pots, glossy magazines, books.
But the traditional massive wardrobes and wardrobes should be avoided - it is best to use built-in wardrobes.
Pop art design of the youth apartment
design looks very interesting, in which on a dark background, striped furniture and walls stand out bright colorful pillows, wall paintings, small parts, lamps, etc. It will be great to use combinations of red-white, black-and-white, white-pink, brown and poisonous-green.
Another option - to make a room or apartment-studio in the style of a fashionable youth bar. Plastic egg-shaped chairs with cushions, bar with high stools with bright seats, long pendant lamp with colored lighting.
in pop art style
First of all, pictures and other images. They attach great importance to this style. You can hang on the walls of bright posters, famous photos of stars, fashion avant-garde paintings with bright color spots. You can even post your own photos in a bright unusual design.
As a further stroke should be used carpets. Best fit into this style are bright round mats under the table or under the furniture. You can use fluffy carpets and skins of poisonous saturated colors. If you lay out large bright pillows on such a rug, you can get an original place for rest right on the floor.
If you liked the style of pop art in the interior, it is recommended to register in only one or a few rooms in the house, as long-term stay in such a colorful and saturated the interior may unnecessarily excite the psyche. It is best to choose a living room for this purpose, to surprise and delight guests with an original interior, besides, the space is freed up. If you like bright and youthful interior, the style of pop art is for you!