Children's Provence style for girls: tenderness and provincial charm

The choice of style for the design of a children's bedroom in favor of the French aesthetics, firmly entrenched in the southeast is

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th country, it is justified. Everything is simple and cute here, without the glamorous pomp and cold faceless urbanism. The provincial immediacy that captivates the hearts of children and parents is nursery in the style of provence for a girl.

Everything is simple and cute here, without the glamorous pomp and cold faceless urbanism.

The main characteristics of Provencal style

This style has a romantic name "Provence" not by chance - it is a French variety of "country", which literally means "rustic". In different countries, it has its own differences:

• American ranch;
• Swiss Chalet
• Russian tower.
  

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These styles have one thing in common - a provincial charm, which is reflected in the design of modern interiors. Many are sure that such design is only appropriate for the kitchen or dining area, but this is not so. There is nothing nicer and more delightful than design nursery in the style of provence for a girl.Country is also suitable for boys, but for the decor of their personal space they often choose a little “brutal” style of the American ranch, especially if the teenager is fond of horses.

Provincial charm, which is reflected in the design of modern interiors

France gave the world several styles, but it is in provence (hence the word "province") that combines rustic simplicity and the special grace that is so valued in this country. This style is largely reminiscent of the characteristic features of other areas in interior design:

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• boho;
• grunge
• retro;
• baroque;
• romanticism;
• shabby chic;
• Renaissance.

Provence is loved not only in France, there are many adherents of its special aesthetics around the world. It was formed in a natural way, and was not born as an author’s interpretation of some eminent designer. But it is modern designers who modify it, introducing something fresh and interesting. Especially technologists and designers of children's furniture succeeded in this, rate on a photo charming beds in nursery in the style of provence for girls.

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In love with such interiors the first time, moreover, children and parents at the same time. It’s not surprising if, after reading the article, your daughter is capricious: “I want, I want!”

Tip: Do not deny the child his request, a cozy children's room in this style does not require large investments. Many bright rooms in urban apartments of a typical layout are quite suitable for this, especially after a slight redecoration.

Provence is loved not only in France, there are many adherents of its special aesthetics around the world.

The photo shows that in the Provence style, they prefer a simple decor on light walls with a small floral pattern and white ceilings. Other options are possible, but this historic choice is due to the fact that the walls and ceiling were once smoothly plastered with clay and lime and chalk. Over the smooth white walls under the stencil, a floral pattern was applied that resembled modern wallpaper.In a modern city apartment or country house, ready-made materials are used for fast and high-quality wall and ceiling decoration.

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Once upon a time furniture was rarely bought in the provinces, therefore, the artificially “aged” look of modern interior products in this style is justified. A typical "Provence" is a natural wood, polished or painted white or light colors;

• beige;
• caramel;
• pink;
• cream;
• olive;
• yellow;
• blue;
• aniseed (pale green);
• lilac and lilac.
  

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All these tones are the best suited for provence bedroom for girls. The color scheme is very important for the Provencal style, especially when it comes to the choice of textiles and decor.

Provence style nursery interior

Facades of cabinet furniture characteristic of the style - with moldings and panels, painted and hand-carved, decorative inserts and bent legs. Furniture was previously made by hand, and all of these beds and cabinets, bedside tables and tables can be very simple or, on the contrary, show a special grace. The style is suitable for a spacious bedroom for 2-3 girls and for one child in a small room.

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Children's room is not necessarily furnished according to all the rules of this Provence. In urban conditions, it can be stylized bedrooms with a typical French decor, reminiscent of lavender fields and landscapes of the Mediterranean. Widely used and rural attributes - wicker baskets, images of the Gallic rooster, ripe fruits and grapes. In particular preference:

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• natural fabrics (linen, cotton, furniture tapestry, burlap);
• satin ribbons with bows, ruffles and lace;
• handmade napkins and tablecloths - crocheted or embroidered;
• small porcelain vases with wildflowers and twigs;
• Home-made dolls and self-made soft toys.
  

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Please note: French Country Style is a popular democratic style where free retreats are allowed. For a girl from a rural area or a remote province, a bias in the rural theme is more suitable, for the townswoman - dreamy romanticism. Psychologists say that in such a children's bedroom “introverts” will be especially comfortable for leisurely children.

Children's room is not necessarily furnished according to all the rules of this Provence

Children's Provence style for a girl in the interpretation of modern interior designers

Modern decorators and designers always in their own way see the typical Provence style. It is impossible to visit the homes of these provincial Frenchmen, so the authors introduce their own understanding into each project. In any case, the bedroom for the girl in this style should be recognizable.

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Tip: Inspired by what you see, try to create your own unique design. bedrooms for girls in provence style. Whatever the preferences of the parents, it is important to be interested in the opinion of the child - they do it for him, and not for the logical completion of the repair in the nursery!

When choosing materials, teach that in this style there is no place for plastic and synthetics - this is for admirers of everything natural. Thanks to the natural materials in the children's bedroom “under Provence”, it is easier to maintain the health of a sick child, asthmatic or allergic. For these cases, the availability of textiles is minimized - more smooth surfaces from which it is easy to remove dust.

It is impossible to visit the homes of these provincial Frenchmen, so the authors introduce their own understanding into each project.

Decoration specialists recommend:

• Attention is paid not only to materials, but also to the shape of objects. Although the provincials love everything simple, French grace is necessarily present in this style:
  

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• A bed for this style is a special attribute. They were made large and wide, solid, "outgrowing" with a carved headboard and foot. It was often supplemented by spacious bedside tables, moreover, on both sides of the bed.Today, a lot of samples of children's furniture are produced, including stylish beds and folding sofas, which organically fit into your design nursery in the style of provence for a girl.
  

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• Use not only wallpaper, but also stucco, ordinary and with a small pattern, for example, with a texture “under the bark” of the tree. It is also permissible to finish the walls with wood in the form of panels or decor with a “wild” stone - above the arched entrance to the nursery. A fireplace with decoration or its imitation to hide the heater is also appropriate - earlier this was how the heating of rooms was organized, and not only in Provence.
  

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• For wall decor, it is not necessary to limit yourself to wallpaper with a small flower; wallpaper for painting will do, which will change the color according to your design. They use textile wallpapers for the Provence style, most often jacquard ones with matte patterns and a glossy surface. It looks luxurious, but with a competent refinement of the interior design, the provincial charm will make its own adjustments.
• radial facades of cabinet furniture on bent legs;
• multilayer ruffles in the tailoring of curtains, wraps and covers (for chairs, armchairs, stools, sofas);

A bed for this style is a special attribute.

• vases, jugs and carafes, convex with a narrow neck, for water;
• dinner sets and other dishes with graceful handles and small floral ornaments.
• The abundance of textiles in the nursery is characteristic of Provence. This is not only curtains, but also a mandatory canopy over the head of the bed, which used to be of practical importance. The sleeping child was covered with light hanging fabric, forming something like a cocoon that hides the face and chest. This created a special microclimate in an unheated house on cold days, and in the summer it protected it from mosquitoes. Today it is a purely decorative attribute.
  

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• A special attitude of European provincials to pillows - fluff and feathers in the village was abundant, of which sewn feather-beds and pillows of all sizes. Today it is one of the most favorite types of decor in the Provence style - many pillows with ruffles, embroidery, fringe, bows, applique and braid.
  

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• Cold metal (bronze, aground, steel) is used only in the form of openwork forging:
• pendant lights;
• dishes;
• furniture handles;
• fireplace grates.
  

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• Carefully select a bedspread for a crib. It can be performed in any technique, but made solidly and thoroughly, preferably multi-layer quilted. Previously, patchwork quilts were preferred, today nursery in the style of provence for a girl decorated with quilted satin cape with ruffles. The color is chosen arbitrarily, from the palette characteristic of this style:
• lilac;
• purple;
• crimson;
  

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• pink;
• cream;
• white;
• ocher.

The floors were covered with natural wood, which today will be replaced by a light laminate, covered with a warm rug in the center of the children's room.

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In conclusion, I would like to wish you good luck in such a creative endeavor as decorating a children's room “under Provence”. A modern interpretation of the world-wide rustic style can find an unexpected embodiment in your child’s personal space.

Room for a girl in the style of Provence

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