The dacha is real happiness! To finally wait until summer and rush out of town for a whole weekend to dig in your favorite garden, grill kebabs or just laze around with a book... Just a dream! But for this dream to look as great in reality as in the sweetest fantasies, you need to prepare and decorate the country house as it should be. The living room at the dacha requires special attention - the main room where the family will gather, where you will relax in the evening with a book or spend rainy evenings.
A living room in a country house can combine both a place to relax and a kitchen area
You need to decorate a living room in a country house with soul, imagination, but also with knowledge of some important details. Look at the design options for a living room in a country house in the photo, use your own imagination and first of all think in general terms, without being strictly tied to reality: how do you see your room? Should it be wooden in a rustic style, or maybe bright and colorful? It all begins with imagination and ideas, and then we will reveal a few secrets that will definitely help you decide on all the details.
Features of the living room in the country
When choosing a successful room design at the dacha, you should remember that this home is different from the main, permanent one. Other laws apply here. What should you consider first? The main feature is that you will come here periodically in order to relax and spend time relaxing. In the same way, a room in a hotel room at a resort is different - it's not at all the same as the living room at home, isn't it? It’s pretty much the same at the dacha.
The country house interior is distinguished by simple finishing and decor that you can do yourself
Therefore, the entire design and decoration of the living room at your dacha must meet the basic requirements: rest, comfort, relaxation. It should be light, warm, cozy, a little festive, beautiful, unusual. You don’t live here permanently, so you won’t get tired of the unusual design, but on the contrary, you will miss it during everyday work.
It is necessary to equip the dacha based on whether the house will be used in winter
Everything should be made of strong and durable materials, because you may not be here for a long time, and perhaps the dacha will be cold for weeks or even months in winter. Be sure to consider dust, moisture and temperature when choosing finishing materials. And you definitely don’t want to do repairs here often. So choose a design that will last forever, so that you don’t have to repaint or re-glue anything in a couple of years.
Living room with winter garden
This option is suitable for plant lovers. Turning a summer living room into an island of eternal summer is not so difficult, but you need to remember that the plants need regular watering, a certain amount of light (lighting will be needed for the autumn, spring and winter months) and humidity level. Racks, shelves, and hanging baskets are useful for plants. Large specimens can be placed directly on the floor, for example, near a sofa or chair.
Design of a small living room in the country
Even if your room is small, like the whole house, it doesn’t matter. For a pleasant, cozy stay, even a miniature room itself will be just right at your dacha, and even vice versa, a small one will be more comfortable.
At the dacha you can create an interior that is difficult to imagine in a city apartment
Decide what should be in it and get rid of everything unnecessary. Leave, for example, a miniature fireplace, an armchair or a small sofa (can be a corner or folding one), and a small coffee table. A large table is not needed here, because you can dine in the yard or in the kitchen. Hang an antique cuckoo clock and a painting with a beautiful still life on the walls, and let the decoration be wooden. Lots of light, a rug under your feet - that's all!
Nothing superfluous, no pretentiousness, simplicity and comfort - these are all the “elephants” on which a successful interior of a living room in the country stands.
Dacha as a family heirloom
What is a family heirloom? This is a memory of a certain historical period in the life of a family or of a loved one who, alas, has passed away into the world. Or perhaps this is the basis of some clan legend. To create an interior in this stylistic direction, things that have long been sent to the dacha will help, but which you don’t raise your hand to throw away, because they contain memory and history.
Grandma's dressing table, refreshed with light paint, placed in the corner of the veranda near the large window will temporarily become your work office. Sitting down at it, you will certainly remember the person dear to you. And you might even feel the warmth of his hands.
An old reproduction, a collage of photographs or a small modular picture of a family archive in a new frame under glass, a variety of shelves, both “living” in the country for a long time, and recently purchased from an online store, will decorate the dull walls of an old building.
Decorating a living room in a country house
So, you almost clearly see in your bright fantasies the future design of the country room. There is a sofa, curtains on the window, a fireplace is burning, a shaggy dog is lying on the carpet... Although, the dog is not the main attribute of the interior. But you should think about the decoration of walls, floors and ceilings in advance.
If the house is used only in the summer, finishing materials should be selected taking into account the climatic conditions of your region
When thinking through the design of a large or very small country living room, start with finishing materials. There are completely different laws in force here than in the finishing of residential buildings and apartments.
Ceiling finishing
Ceilings in a country house should be the “foundation of the foundations” of the interior. Most likely, the ceilings here are high - in country houses they are, as a rule, much higher than in residential apartments. And this is a huge plus.
Wooden beams would be appropriate in the interior of a country house
You are especially lucky if the ceiling has a triangular shape, following the curves of the roof of the house. This is how you can create a beautiful design: use wooden beams to create volume, and thus achieve an unusual effect. By the way, wooden beams and ceilings generally look good in a country living room: simple massive beams that perform a decorative function. This may be one or two beams along the entire ceiling, just below its level. You can attach decor to these beams, place climbing plants falling down, or hang something. Very beautiful!
The space between the beams can be sheathed with clapboard or covered with sheet material and then painted
In general, it is enough to paint the ceiling or decorate it with wooden hanging panels. Excessive decoration is not needed here: the main thing is strength and durability.
Floor finishing
There are several options for the floor: painting or using durable materials, such as wood. An ideal, although not wooden, option is wooden parquet. This floor is warm, pleasant, and creates an incredible feeling of coziness of country life. A natural-colored wooden floor will suit absolutely any interior style, and will also last for at least a hundred years!
The flooring in a country house should be as practical as possible
A cheaper option is laminate or linoleum, but everything is more complicated here, since these materials are afraid of moisture and dampness, low temperatures, and are suitable only if the house is always dry and warm. And this rarely happens at dachas.
A beautiful rug on the floor will add comfort and warmth to the interior of the room.
A carpet is a must. But not carpet, of course, but a separate beautiful rug that can be periodically removed from the floor, washed, dried or rolled up when the room is not in use.
Wall decoration
Everything with the walls is especially interesting. The law is the same: emphasis on durability and resistance to all external factors. So the wallpaper won’t work, we’ll sweep it away right away (you’ll have to re-glue it in a couple of years). Paint is also not the best option; you will have to repaint it quite often. What then to choose?
Natural wood best withstands the winter season, when the dacha is without heating
Ideal - wooden panels. They can be in the form of large slabs or beams, logs, decorative, whatever. Decorating the walls with wood means creating beauty at home for many years. You can also use decorative tiles and bricks, bamboo coverings, decorative plaster, but the most durable and high quality. Be sure to combine materials, for example, half the walls can be decorated with wood panels, and the second part of the room can be plastered with textured decorative plaster. Beauty!
Creating the necessary lighting in the living room interior
Any modern home should have a lot of light, and this especially applies to the country house. The more windows there are, the more natural light, the more comfortable the room will be. But it’s also worth taking care of artificial lighting.
The choice of lamp design depends on the style of the interior
Vintage lamps and candelabra with candles look beautiful in a living room with wood trim.
A chandelier may have a place: match it to the style of the room, depending on the design solution. don’t forget floor lamps and sconces, a large floor lamp. The more light sources, the more comfortable and beautiful the room will be. Hang a cute garland, arrange decorative lamps, or better yet, candles in candlesticks. Do not spare the light, it will not be superfluous!
Eclectic living room in a country house - a flow of creative solutions
The eclectic style itself involves a mixture of different styles within one room design. Where else if not in the living room can you find an opportunity to apply your creative projects and implement design solutions? Considering the large spaces that a living room in a country home usually offers as a canvas for creativity, the scope of stylistic mixtures can be impressive. We bring to your attention several non-trivial and striking design projects for living rooms located outside the city, in private homes.
Eclecticism seems to be specially created for those who like to travel, bring souvenirs and collect collections. Open racks and shelves allow you to display things dear to your heart for everyone to see. Antique pieces of furniture, modern lamps and lamps, handicrafts and new items of technological progress collected in one interior created an amazing and unique atmosphere in the living room.
Filled with contrasts, bright colors and unusual decor, the living room makes a strong impression. The personalized interior provided scope for design ideas and color schemes.
Despite the snow-white finish of almost all surfaces, the living room looks incredibly bright and the reason for this is not only the active colors of the textiles and the creative design of the lamps and central chandelier, but also the abundance of natural light penetrating through the arched glass windows and doors in the Spanish style.
Featuring a cool color palette, this living room is full of eclectic finds and incredible mix-ups. Such an interior will never get boring; its details can be enjoyed forever.
This built-in reading nook in the living room saves a lot of space. The convenient and practical arrangement of the work surfaces allows you to use the wide window sill not only as a storage surface, but also as a desk and seating area.
Color palette in the design of a living room in the country
The main color of your living room, its furniture, walls, floors and textiles should be chosen depending on what interior style you prefer.
Simple natural shades are optimal for decorating a living room in a country house.
Don't make your cottage living room too dark. On the contrary, the lighter it is, the more comfortable and enjoyable your vacation outside the city will be. It is best to choose a shade of natural light wood and “dance” from it. Brown wood color and wood texture have a positive effect on mood and psyche, and in this room there will always be a feeling of relaxation and comfort.
The smaller the living room, the lighter the walls and ceiling should be.
Add colors to textiles and decor - gentle, warm, for example, use yellow and orange shades. Everything should be restrained, warm and harmonious.
Fireplace in a modern living room - a creative solution to a traditional setting
The presence of a fireplace in a country living room is a tribute to tradition, classics of the genre and practical convenience. But today’s designers have found a way to create from a rational object for generating heat also a decorative element, an art object with its own history and accompanying paraphernalia.
In this bohemian living room with Rococo style elements, a royal fireplace and a luxurious, huge chandelier with an abundance of crystal elements, it is difficult to recognize a country living room. But despite all the luxury of the room, the atmosphere in it is quite cozy and comfortable.
The surface of the wall with the fireplace is made in a contrasting finish to the overall almost snow-white design of the living room. The accent wall pairs beautifully with the flooring and wood of the dining table.
The austere and rather traditional setting of this living room with a bay window required a somewhat rough way of finishing the fireplace space using brickwork.
The fireplace acts as a focal point; the entire living room design concept is built on its design. The mantel and artwork above the hearth receive a lot of attention.
Another striking example of a design in which the fireplace is the center of symmetry and a key piece of furniture. The designer panel above the fireplace makes an incredible impression, completing the extraordinary image of the living room with many bookshelves and soft sofas for reading.
The original design of the fireplace in this living room with a reading corner became the logical completion of the image of a comfortable, bright room for the whole family.
A living room full of contrasting designer finds with a non-trivial approach to the design of the fireplace space creates a festive mood and sets the mood for a cozy holiday.
Choosing a style direction for the living room interior
A living room in a country house can be decorated in the same interior styles as a home. The only thing you should remember all the time when choosing a style is that it should be cozy. There should be relaxation here. Nothing should invigorate, irritate, excite the brain. Everything should be soothing and give a feeling of bliss. This is a place to relax from the bustle of the city!
The easiest way to decorate the interior of a wooden house is in the style of an Alpine chalet
Modern
A modern-style dacha is a good solution. Modern practical materials, high-quality coatings, beautiful modern furniture. Everything is restrained, nothing superfluous, no “rich” pretentiousness. Emphasis on simplicity and comfort.
Stone, brick, painting or wallpaper can be used to decorate a living room in a modern style.
Natural colors: beige, brown, light wood, gray. You can and should use natural wood coverings for floors, ceilings and walls. Massive wooden furniture of simple shapes, a large light leather sofa, simple plain curtains and textiles. No ruffles or flowers, everything is simple. Fireplace, candles, and only comfort!
Classical
And if your soul requires luxury, and your wallet can satisfy this requirement, then choose a classic style! Everything is luxurious, beautiful, elaborate, rich. Here you can combine wood with gilding, use paintings in massive frames, decorative guns and sabers on the walls, horns and stuffed animals. Imagine the hunting lodge of some king, and this will be your dacha in a classic style.
A classic interior will look better in a fairly spacious country house
And others
The Provence style is very suitable for a dacha: the charm of a sweet grandma’s village with the charm of France. These are natural materials, shabby paint in delicate shades, vintage furniture and antique-style decor.
The Provence style interior is ideal for a summer country house
Country style is also ideal for a summer house: everything is rough, rustic, charming. Rough heavy furniture, something antique - like a spinning wheel!
Country style features simple wood trim and beautiful textiles.
Avant-garde in the dacha space
To create an interior in this style, there is no need to completely change the furniture. Just put white covers on it. Paint the walls of the room in a light tone, add bright colors in the form of lampshades, curtains on windows and doorways, sofa cushions, posters on the walls.
A glass table or shelves in the Art Nouveau style will complement the overall impression of lightness and airiness that reigns in the room.
Furniture in the interior of a living room in a country house
The basic rule applies here: everything is only the most necessary. Among our people, unfortunately, there is still a tradition of transporting to the dacha all the rubbish that no longer fits at home, but it would be a pity to throw it away. This is catastrophically wrong and cannot be done this way. Buy garden furniture separately!
A good option would be homemade furniture, for example, an original sofa made from old wooden pallets
For the living room you need a sofa with armchairs, of good quality, maybe leather or thick textiles. You can add a pouf if space allows. A coffee table for a cup of coffee and a book is a must.
If the large living room at the dacha is used for gathering guests and gatherings with them, then you will have to use part of it as a dining room. Here you will need a dining table, chairs or stools, and sufficient lighting.
Zoning the living-dining room using flooring
A fireplace is a summer resident's dream! Even in a small living room you can place it, because fireplaces can be very compact. But it’s better not to pile up extra chests of drawers, cabinets and shelves, they will only take up space.
A real fireplace will warm up the cottage in cool weather and will adequately decorate the interior of the living room
Smart space planning
A dacha is like a puzzle for many. There is a given number of meters and a need for certain rooms, pieces of furniture and things. And now, as in Tetris and drawing lessons, we try to fit everything in so that it also looks attractive. Sometimes it works out, and sometimes it doesn’t. It's a matter of experience and taste. If the second is given by nature, then the first is developed over time. We suggest not to wait and now learn the main secrets and ideas of professionals:
- If it is not possible or you do not want to make a separate bedroom, combine it with the living room or move it to the attic. Even in small country houses you can decorate the attic nicely; 7-10 meters is enough for a comfortable sleep.
- A good option is to arrange a mini-living room on the veranda, indoors. In this case, there will be no problems with the choice of finishing materials or flooring. You can focus on the general style and your preferences.
- A large space can be easily divided into several functional zones using curtains, accordion partitions and screens.
- In many situations, it is easier to order the production of furniture based on individual projects. This way you definitely won’t go wrong with the size, shape, and you’ll get additional storage space for various items.
- Try to do without unnecessary decorative elements; this also applies to furniture sets. If you don’t use a bedside table, shelving unit, ottomans, or a table on wheels, then what are they for? Leave only the things you really need.
- If you have a large room, place a wide corner sofa in the center and a coffee or coffee table next to it. This way you can also easily zone the space.
Separately, it is worth mentioning the attic floor. It is especially good for bedrooms, nurseries and home offices.
Shelves and drawers will fit under the sloping roof; a bed next to the window will eliminate the need to install a floor lamp. It is easy to replace a personal computer with a laptop, and an office chair with a soft ottoman. If you need office equipment, place it along the wall.
Decoration and textiles in living room design
Of course, the living room at the dacha needs to be decorated, but you shouldn’t get too carried away so as not to turn the dacha into a museum. Use decor wisely, depending on the style of the interior.
You can decorate the interior of a country house with quite simple things, for example, original table lamps made from branches
For example, you should hang a large picture above the fireplace, and you can place candles or framed photographs on the fireplace itself. There may be pictures or panels on the walls, but not many. You can use modular paintings consisting of three or more parts.
You should put a beautiful blanket or decorative pillows on the sofa, and curtain the windows with light curtains that match the interior. If there is a lot of space, take one large decorative item: for example, a large floor vase. And remember: nothing superfluous!
The decor in the living room at the cottage should not be too much
All decorative elements should match the overall atmosphere of the room
Do you want to get completely inspired and stock up on ideas? Look at the different design options for living rooms in country houses and their design in the photo. You will see how decor and textiles are used, what furniture is best suited, what lighting and wall decoration options are available.
Think through every detail in advance and treat the design of your dacha as an exciting creative process. And you will be able to create a corner of real earthly paradise in your own country house!
Decorating a country bedroom
This room can also perform several functions, for example, combine a sleeping area, a work area, and a play area. If there is a lack of square meters, you only need to worry about a comfortable sleeping place, so that nothing distracts or interferes. When installing a wooden or iron bed, it is better to look for models with drawers, a hinged wardrobe or a chest of drawers, designed in the same style.
The color is chosen based on the size and location of the room. In small and poorly lit rooms, dark shades should not be used. They will take away the already missing space and create an oppressive rather than a peaceful atmosphere. Too rich and bright colors will also negatively affect your physical and mental state. Designers recommend focusing on bedding colors; this is a win-win option.
The floor in a classic country interior is wooden, while in a modern one it is made of laminate. The walls are painted or covered with wallpaper, decorated with clapboard. To visually raise the ceiling, vertical boards are used, and horizontal boards are used to expand the walls. The decor includes original pillows, carpets, bedspreads and blankets, as well as candles, floral arrangements, family photos, living bouquets in beautiful vases.
The kitchen in the country should be functional and accommodate all the necessary equipment, a table, a set of cabinets and communications. A stone or tiled tabletop, good curtains, a tablecloth, a samovar or painted saucers with cups and plates will come in handy.
A rustic-style living room cannot be imagined without log walls, antique furniture with carpets, a stove or fireplace.
Here you will see a massive table, chairs, a large sofa, table service, and unobtrusive paintings.
And the most optimal design solution is to combine the living room and kitchen. It's comfortable, fresh and gives a flight of fancy.
