Today, innovative technologies are actively developing, but in the field of design, special attention is paid to ethnic and national decors that have come down to us from afar. Japanese-style decor is in great demand. Eastern culture attracts attention with its sophistication and unusual atmosphere. Lamps made in the Japanese style have gained particular popularity.
Features of the
A Japanese style chandelier is a sophisticated, fashionable and expressive lighting fixture. Design experts claim that such items have certain characteristics. They are able to decorate any room in the apartment.
Despite the minimalism that is inherent in the oriental theme, such a lamp will become a stylish addition.
To better understand this style, you need to know more about Japanese decorating in general.
Place in modern times
The Japanese philosophy within the framework of interior design has successfully merged into the decors of residential premises in the territory of the post-Soviet space. Interest in this culture is only growing. This direction is chosen by fans of exotic. This style is also close to those who adhere to Eastern philosophy - it is pacification, harmony with oneself and the world around. Given the popularity of Japanese cuisine, cafes and restaurants in this decor are not uncommon.
This interior combines minimalism, sophistication and beauty of nature. Natural materials, wood, fabrics are actively used. Each item has a specific place and purpose. All things in the room are elements of the overall picture, they balance each other. This also applies to luminaires.
Lighting brightness
It is worth noting the main feature of the main lamps in such an interior - they do not shine as brightly as most modern chandeliers. The glow is very soft. Such models have appeared on the Russian market relatively recently, but have already received encouragement from buyers.
These chandeliers play an important role in creating a peaceful atmosphere.
If you are decorating a large room in Japanese style (for example, a living room, a hall), then for full lighting you will need several chandeliers, which are recommended to be installed at the same distance from each other. One chandelier should be enough for a small bedroom, bathroom or hallway.
Minimalism
The chandelier should not have expressive decorative elements. Do not forget that the Japanese direction is based on brevity, minimalism and space. The Japanese considered luxury and chic to be superfluous; when decorating living quarters, flashy products are not used. It is the restraint of ceiling lamps that attract the attention of modern consumers.
Geometry
Another feature of such lighting fixtures is design. Japan is all about strict geometric shapes. Typically, a Japanese chandelier is square or rectangular. Such outlines are inherent not only in lighting devices, but also in other objects in the room.
Materials (edit)
For the manufacture of Japanese-style chandeliers, only natural materials are used. For the manufacture of the frame, bamboo was most often used. Currently, instead, manufacturers use various types of wood - both exotic and Russian (oak, wenge, and so on).
Lampshades are sheathed with rice paper in accordance with folk traditions. Its color was left unchanged, without the addition of paints. Considering that not only aesthetic effect is very important nowadays, but also practicality, paper is replaced with frosted glass. This material gently diffuses the rays - in accordance with the peculiarity of the style.
Given the popularity of the Japanese style, you can guess that there are a lot of fakes and imitations of original products on the market. Fakes are made from artificial and cheaper substitutes.
Color
Natural colors prevail in the Japanese interior, because people from the East have a special relationship with nature. A chandelier must also be distinguished by this characteristic. The most common design options are monochromatic, without patterns and patterns. The use of hieroglyphs is allowed. They are used exclusively as decorative elements.
Themed images are also used as additions. It is worth noting that the patterns should be neat and small in size. A standard decoration technique is when a black thematic pattern is applied to a light background.
The range of colors used in the manufacture of oriental-style chandeliers consists mainly of white, brown, beige, black and their shades.
Counterfeits
Everyone knows that demand creates supply. In the modern market, you can find many fakes of a popular product. If you have chosen a Japanese style for decorating a room, you need to pay special attention to decorative appliances. Next, you will learn what to consider when choosing a Japanese-style chandelier.
Price
Affordable cost attracts buyers, but too low a price should alert. The average cost of a simple model, designed for one or two bulbs, should be about 4-5 thousand rubles. Larger chandeliers (4 shades) will cost about 10 thousand Russian rubles. When heading to the store for a purchase, check prices on several sites or at different outlets.
The second thing to consider is the color scheme. A real Japanese chandelier should not be full of colors. Only calm natural shades are allowed, which harmoniously and easily fit into the main range of the room. The maximum number of shades that can be used when decorating a ceiling lamp should not exceed 3-4.
Raw materials
The chandelier frame must be made of natural wood. The material is treated with a colorless coating - so it becomes more durable. If you doubt the quality of the product, ask the seller for all certificates and necessary documentation. This way you can be sure that you are getting high quality products.
For how to make a Japanese-style lamp with your own hands, see the next video.