The flag is part of the culture of the state. Used at the highest level, on the flagpoles of administrative institutions and embassy buildings, the flag evokes feelings of patriotism and is a kind of shrine for the citizens of the state to which it belongs. Despite such a high status, state symbols can be found increasingly in the interiors of institutions that have nothing to do with the state apparatus. Gradually the flag entered the interior of the house, complementing some styles and being not only an important symbol, but also a decorative element.
How to use the flag in the interior and when it will be appropriate - this will be discussed in our today's article on "The House of Dreams."Therefore, lovers of travel and bright life recommend reading or at least see the photos.
Is it worth it to be afraid of the flag
It so happened that in our country the flag in the home interior is not used often. This does not mean that we are not so full of feelings of patriotism and love for the Motherland. On the contrary, it speaks of some kind of accuracy and respect for state symbols. However, you should not be afraid of the color of national colors. It is not worth it because for decades, for example, Americans are hanging a star-and-striped flag over the veranda of their house. And the Swiss believe that a square cloth with a white cross will not only reflect the culture of the region, but also a beautiful element of decor for their home. Why not take an example from them?
The state symbols of each state are protected by law. But if you use the flag in the interior only as a decorative element - there's nothing to be afraid of. It's no secret, of course, that among the popular flags the most common are the cloths of some foreign states. It is not recommended to hang out the symbols of other states on the lookout for passers-by. But inside the room, some parts of the interior can be decorated.
Also it is necessary to treat with great care the flags of the past. It's much easier to get burned here, not knowing the history of this cloth. It is inappropriate, for example, to look like the flag of the Confederate States of America in a homely, cozy setting. Filled with the spirit of freedom, this flag of protest is very popular in the respective circles. And, for example, the British Union Jack is tolerated not only in its original form. Having entered the masses and become part of the culture, now the flag of Great Britain is found on cups, plates, pillows, badges and many other things, despite the fact that these things have an indirect relation to the Albion.
Flag on the wall: the most familiar version of the decor
Whether you pay attention to the flag of your dream country, or your patriotic looks will fall on the flag of the country of which you are a citizen, the main thing is to use it in the interior correctly.
Hanging a flag on the wall is the first idea that comes to mind. Linking fashion trends with styles, it should be noted that the flag of the United States has perfectly entered the country style. Some negligence and provinciality connects the star-striped flag with the first settlers, despite the fact that the modern version of the flag has nothing to do with them.
To get rid of unnecessary worries with a combination of style and the national flag, you can use non-existent flags. True, even the paintings with unknown to a wide range of drawings, sometimes turn out to be very much even existing, simply forgotten with time and the course of history. Be that as it may, this is not the most important thing.
The wall for the panel must be light and free. You can insert a flag in the frame with a glass, which will give it a peculiar glossy appearance, with a touch of history.
Interesting and original ways of applying the flag in the interior
As you understand, the use of the flag in the interior is not limited to a free wall on which it simply hangs. Put under the glass on the table, or used as a decorative element in the design of furniture - all this is possible, if you arm yourself with imagination and boldness. After all, it turns out, to make the interior even possible with such a strict, traditional and official thing as the national flag.
So, you can hang curtains in the form of a flag or choose decorative pillows with the corresponding image.
Today there are also sofas with the coloring of the British flag - the most popular in the decoration of interiors. Armchairs, ottomans, table lamps with the color of the British flag look bright and not boring.
Image of a flag can become the main carpet pattern, moreover, it can be applied to household appliances, in particular, torefrigerator or gas stove.
In the kitchen, the flag can find its place in the decoration of the working wall or kitchen apron. Also, such symbols can be used for table layout.
And in the bedroom, especially in the teenage children's rooms, the bed, covered with a blanket or plaid in the form of a flag, will look stylish. In general, for the bedroom there are many accessories with a flag, especially with the British "Union Jack", for example, bed linen, blinds, furniture( wardrobe, chest of drawers), small bedside mats or a large carpet on the floor, lamps, paintings, all sorts of souvenirs. By the way, the flag can "make friends" with such decoration of the interior as geographic maps.
Of course, this is far from all the ways how to apply the flag in the interior of a private home- House, apartment or a separate room. But many of them will surely appeal to you. Be braver in your interior ideas and solutions!