The functionality of the organization of living space is one of the important tasks of a modern interior. Modular living room walls allow you to easily create a comfortable and practical environment without compromising comfort and style.
Features of the
Previously, living room walls were of a fixed size. The composition and sequence of the sections were also unchanged. Modern designs completely change the situation. Now everyone can compose a typeface according to their personal preferences.
Modular walls also include various sections. Showcases, cabinets, cupboards, all kinds of shelves are traditional elements. Some models may have a bar, complemented by a desk or computer desk.
The main feature of such walls is the possibility of transformation. You can create any composition by changing the sequence of the headset elements. In this case, the wall will look wonderful in any variation. And even if you divide the headset into parts, you get a harmonious set of furniture that can be placed against opposite walls.
You also choose the number of components of the structure and their type as you wish. If you want to place a mini-library in the room, your wall can consist of bookshelves and cabinets. If you want to showcase souvenirs, vases, beautiful dishes, choose showcases with glass.
For clothes, linen and textiles, you will need closed compartments (dressers, pencil case, wardrobe). Drawers come in handy for the necessary little things.
You can swap the elements as much as you like - after renovation, rearrangement, or just according to your mood. Each time you get a furniture set with a new design. If necessary, you can also purchase new modules by attaching them to an existing kit.
The rational arrangement of sections of modular structures allows you to effectively use any space. They are ideal for rooms of any size and layout.
At the same time, the model walls fit harmoniously into any living room, creating a stylish and elegant interior.
Coating options and designs
The range of modular headsets is wide. Modern manufacturers offer options for every taste.
The luxury of classics often emphasized by the use of expensive woods, natural colors and textures. Carving and refined ornaments are used here as decorations. But even the strictest models with minimal decor look luxurious due to the unique natural patterns on the wooden facades. The fittings can be made of either white or yellow metal.
For minimalism and other modern trends, on the contrary, are characterized by the use of smooth laminated surfaces and chrome-plated parts. The originality of the headset is given by the combination of various colors and unusual shapes.
The surface of the headset can be either matte or glossy. The latter option is especially popular. Special processing allows you to get chic models that can visually expand the room, fill it with light, and decorate any interior.
Usually modern models are made in gloss. Often they are complemented by tinted glass and backlighting. Sometimes silkscreen or photo printing is used.
Each wall can include floor and pendant modules. They can dock both end-to-end and at a distance from each other. The independent arrangement of the sections gives the headset a special lightness.
Even massive and large models in this design seem weightless. Glass elements and hinged open shelves give the same effect.
Models
Depending on the location of the modules, there are two main types of modular structures:
Linear
These headsets are arranged in a straight line along one wall. If the area does not allow to accommodate the entire structure, the furniture can be divided into two parts and placed on opposite sides.
By the type of configuration, it can be a prefabricated wall or a slide. The first type includes various cabinets, cabinets, shelves and other similar items.
The wall-slide is distinguished by the predominance of various shelves, stands and hinged sections located at different heights in the set.
The central link here is usually a TV stand, framed by adjacent cabinets. Usually these are small structures.
Corner
For living rooms with a non-standard layout, a corner model would be a good option. It will help save space in an ordinary small rectangular room.
Such a set allows you to effectively use the space at the junction of the walls. A high module is usually placed in the corner. This can be a wardrobe or a tall pencil case with shelves. If you make its door mirrored, you can visually increase the depth of the room.
You can visually expand the space in another way. By installing a TV stand in the corner, you will provide convenient viewing of your favorite programs from both sides, and also allow the living room to seem more spacious.
If you wish, you can create a U-shaped structure in the room. In such a headset, you can place the maximum number of things by using two corners at once.
To avoid the clutter effect, choose furniture in light colors and do not forget about glazed and mirrored elements.
Color solutions
Natural wood shades are still in fashion. Walls of natural colors (bleached oak, walnut, wenge) look great in any design. These are classic options, and romantic Provence, and the popular eco-style, and even modern Art Nouveau headsets.
White walls are very popular. Such furniture not only looks luxurious, it has a number of other valuable advantages. A snow-white set is able to visually enlarge a room and fill it with light. The color creates an atmosphere of calmness, comfort, cleanliness. It also goes well with many shades and fits into any interior.
White furniture looks most impressive against the background of dark walls, however, in combination with beige, it forms a harmonious and delicate duet.
Black furniture looks no less expressive, but in order to avoid a feeling of gloom, in this case, the room should be decorated in light colors. Usually these are modern style headsets with glossy facades.
For lovers of juicy shades, manufacturing firms create models of various colors. You can choose a bright, dynamic version (red, blue, orange) or a wall in noble deep colors (burgundy, cherry, dark blue). The main thing to remember is that the rest of the situation in this case should be neutral. This will create a stylish accent while avoiding flashy variegation.
Headsets designed in several colors look interesting. Wooden models are usually made in a combination of wenge and light beige. Walls made of chipboard or MDF are especially effective in combination of black and white colors. Sometimes black is combined with bright colors.
Actual styles
Not aging classic is the perfect choice for those who prefer austere elegance. This style is particularly sophisticated. It is characterized by symmetry, graceful simplicity of forms.
Headsets hi-tech are distinguished by strict geometry, the use of plastic, glass and metal. These are models that create an almost cosmic avant-garde design that meets all the requirements of functionality. Often, contrasting shades and backlighting are used to express the design. Facades in most cases shimmer with gloss, enhancing the stunning effect.
Minimalism - one of the directions of this modern style. It is characterized by maximum brevity. Compact, but roomy modules often do not even have handles, which emphasizes the feeling of "technology". Here, your imagination is not limited by anything. From the modules of such a headset, you can create a rectangular frame or square, a staircase, a zigzag or any other fancy design.
Style modern very versatile. He does not tolerate patterns, allows for both natural wood texture and luxurious gloss. It can be an unusual slide, a set of modules of an original rounded shape, or a wall decorated with a print. The main thing is unique personality and charm.
Headsets in eco-style have a pronounced wood texture. The design can be anything. The emphasis here is on the maximum environmental friendliness of the furniture.
the charm provence expressed in visual lightness and simplicity of design. Such walls are usually made in pastel colors (white, beige). Natural wood or its imitation is used as a material.
Dimensions (edit)
The size of the modular wall depends on the number of blocks and their parameters. You decide for yourself whether you will purchase the entire set, only a few modules, or whether you will compose a headset from several identical sections.
The choice depends on the size of the room and what you are going to store in the wall. Having decided on these points, you can check the characteristics of each module in the store or on the official website of the manufacturer, drawing up the final version.
If the living room is spacious enough, you are not limited in your choices. Many brands offer headsets up to 4 meters in length to suit all your needs. In such a system, you can place everything - and clothes, and dishes, and collectibles. If the space allows, you can go beyond the necessary elements, adding some blocks for the beauty and completeness of your idea.
In a medium-sized room, blocks should be selected according to their importance. These can be cabinets, cabinets, dressers or other components. It all depends on the purpose of the headset and its functionality.
If one wall does not allow you to accommodate the required number of sections, do not be upset. You can distribute the furniture complex over the entire living area. This will give you a complete interior in the same style and color.
You can put a mini-wall in a small room. Many firms offer charming sets, consisting of a TV stand, functional shelves and a rack. The equipment may be different, the main thing is to decide for what purposes you need furniture.
When choosing a modular wall, it is worth remembering about the visual compliance of the dimensions. Massive cabinets in a small room will look even more bulky. And, conversely, in a large living room, miniature blocks can get lost, making the interior of the room awkward.
Materials (edit)
Solid wood walls are the most expensive and most luxurious type of furniture. Such models not only look solid and elegant. They are distinguished by high reliability, durability and absolute environmental friendliness. These are usually classic headsets. They are made of expensive species (oak, beech, mahogany, etc.) and belong to the category of luxury furniture.
Walls made of laminated chipboard and MDF are more affordable. These materials are often combined. The body of the modules is made of chipboard. For facades, MDF is used. Finishing with a high-quality film gives the modules color, shine, and various textures. This allows the headsets to look quite dignified and decorate any living room with their appearance.
Metal is mainly used to create fittings. Glass, mirrors, plastic are also used as decoration. Sometimes you can find furniture trimmed with leather or bamboo.
Manufacturers overview
The well-known Ikea trademark creates practical and comfortable furniture for any need. The modular series of the company allow you to organize the storage of things in the living room as efficiently as possible. Complexes "Besto", "Hemnes", "Brimnes" and others are distinguished by their laconic design, functionality, simplicity and corporate identity.
A wide range of related products allows you to choose additional accessories that will emphasize the individuality of your home and fit perfectly into its interior.
The Russian manufacturer TriYa also offers modular sets for the living room. The range of the brand is able to satisfy every taste. For example, the glossy Dandy and Naomi models are the embodiment of modern minimalism. The Savannah set is made in the best traditions of exquisite classics. And the wall "Riviera" with French facades in the form of blinds will appeal to fans of Provence.
Stolplit is another brand that produces modular headsets. Elegant classics and original Art Nouveau prevail here. The color scheme of the sets is mostly natural with a wood-like texture, although the range also includes glossy laminated facades.
Beautiful examples in the interior
The set, made in a contrasting combination of shades of wenge and beige, will ideally fit into any interior. The successful combination of minimalism and noble woody texture will delight lovers of modern but elegant design. Neutral colors look great against a bright background. The decor of the rest of the living room in light colors harmonizes perfectly with the modular system, creating a delicate and stylish environment.
Another version of the two-color wall creates an original design in the form of a beautiful frame. Designers did not limit themselves to color contrast, adding textured drawing to it. This nuance gives the laconic typeface a special expressiveness and tenderness. Such a model will look great against the background of a bright wall, however, it looks flawless even in a calm color scheme.
And here is a modern set, made in bright colors. A juicy raspberry shade will perfectly fit into the apartment of dynamic, cheerful owners. Such a wall is able to transform and fill a room decorated in neutral colors with colors. Accessories that echo the shade of the headset make the interior holistic and harmonious.
For a small room, a mini-wall is suitable, consisting of a small cabinet, cabinet and open shelves. The unusual shape and iridescent gloss of the facades compensate for the modest set of the headset. The black color of furniture in a light room does not seem gloomy at all, but, on the contrary, is a highlight that attracts attention.
In this video you will see an overview of Italian modular walls.