Retrostyle is the direction of interior design, which was relevant in the 60-70s of the last century. When choosing furniture for a bathroom in a retro style, one must remember that it is interesting, varied, but rather complicated. All elements of this room must be selected flawlessly. Even a minor inaccuracy can easily break the harmony of the design.
Retro bathroom includes antique finishes and vintage furnitureRetro style features
A distinctive feature is the antique furniture and plumbing. They must be made using the following materials:
Advice! The interior of the bathroom looks harmonious if all plumbing items are selected in the same color scheme. Such sets, as well as furniture and accessories made in the same style, can be purchased at the construction hypermarket.
Bathroom finishes and retro colors
The floor is finished with expensive antique-style ceramic tiles. Squares in black and white, laid out in a checkerboard pattern, are great. And for wall decoration - brown-beige.
Walls can also be decorated with wood paneling, tiles or moisture-resistant wallpaper. The ceiling can be stretched, matte and monochromatic will do. A glossy canvas in such a room will look ridiculous. Around the perimeter, you can put a decorative convex strip (molding) or cornice.
Retro-style bathroom demands soothing colors. The use of white, olive, gray-green, pink, beige-coffee, light brown colors is acceptable. The dark purple color will also look harmonious, but only in certain variants. Aggressive colors, contrasting shades are not allowed.
Furniture and accessories
Retro bathroom furniture is handcrafted but modern. Then it will be easy to install and use. Slightly rough interior items are especially expressive. Sink cabinets should be made of pine, oak or mahogany. These hard rocks are durable and retain their attractive appearance for a long time.
Retro tables must have marble countertops. This luxurious stone will not only enhance the impression of solidity, strength, prosperity, but also protect against damage.
Furniture should be massive, in a beige and brown palette and certainly wooden. However, due to high humidity, it can quickly deteriorate.
Important! To prevent the tree from deteriorating, you need to purchase models with a water-repellent coating. It is desirable that there are carved elements. Furniture handles stylized in bronze or forged will be able to emphasize the chosen style.
All accessories must be from the same collection.
In the bathroom above the sink there should be a large mirror in a wooden frame, and you can also hang sconces in the form of lanterns or candles, paintings on retro themes. The combination of luxury and simplicity will create coziness, comfort, a sense of calm and relaxation.
Choosing a bath and retro plumbing
The main subject of the room is the bath. It is she who obeys all interior items. The best option is an antique bath. It is she who will be able to emphasize the spirit of antiquity. But this pleasure is expensive, and it will be problematic to connect such a bath to communications.
Classic bathtub - elongated or oval, has rounded edges, stands on massive legs. It can be made of bronze, wood, white ceramics or with a coating imitating brass, gilding, bronze. Should stand in the center or near the window, if available in the room. It is more advisable to choose a modern bathtub, but stylized in retro style. It can even have a hydromassage or jacuzzi function, the main thing in this case is to comply with the requirements that create the necessary visual effect.
In order for the design to fully comply with the chosen style, you need to competently approach the choice of plumbing. It should be in harmony with the bathroom. Stick to oval shapes, but not rectangular. The washbasin will look elegant when placed on a vanity unit, pedestal or small table with curved legs. They are made more often from wood, metal or ceramics.
The retro style toilet can be floor-standing, the cistern is mounted on a short or long pipe. Attached and suspended plumbing is acceptable. Faucets for bathtubs and sinks are always only round, drop-shaped or cruciform, they must have a two-valve control system, be unusual and elegant. Lever mechanisms are not suitable for retro style. Handles should not be plastic, only metal or ceramic.
Bathroom lighting
To give an atmosphere of peace and comfort, the light is made slightly dim or diffused. You can use:
Zoning the room will add mystery to the bathroom. You can make the lighting intense and visually expand the room with the help of several mirrors. They must also be decorated in the appropriate style, otherwise a violation of its integrity may occur. It is necessary to provide for the placement of sockets and switches. They should be located not only taking into account convenience, but also security measures.
Advice! If the lighting fixture is placed opposite the mirror, then the light, reflected from the mirror surface, will disperse throughout the room. If the walls are decorated with ceramic tiles, then the streams of light rays will be well reflected from the glass elements.
Retrodecor
A retro bathroom should be filled with accessories from different eras. It is good to place a small table or cabinet near the bath, as well as a trolley or just an antique chair. They will perform not only a decorative function, but also a practical. If there are many shelves, it is undesirable to put a curbstone. It is better to place a full-length mirror, but always in a wooden frame.
An extraordinary, original and bold decorative element will be a bird cage used instead of a shelf. Experiment and fantasy are welcome. You can place vintage posters, black and white photos, illustrations from old newspapers and magazines, if the walls are painted, not tiled or covered with wallpaper.
Photos should be framed, it is better to place them on the shelves. But it is undesirable to overload the bathroom with them, you can create clutter and clutter. Retro style bathroom furniture and accessories can be seen in old movies, magazines, visualize a "picture" in your own home. It is recommended to use the services of designers specializing in this area.
The main focus in retro style is on the shape of the furniture. Manufacturers present many lines of vintage home furnishings. They can easily make up an excellent composition. But it is advisable to purchase bathroom furniture from only one collection in order to maintain the harmony and integrity of the style.
