High-tech style in the interior: 11 recommendations for arrangement + photo

If you are a fan of smart technologies, modern finishing materials and functional pieces of furniture, then during the repair you should pay attention to high tech style in the interior. To date, the popularity of this direction knows no boundaries. It is actively used both for the design of residential apartments and houses, and for office buildings, cafes and various galleries. Such popularity is easily explained if you correctly understand the basic concept of style - the maximum comfort that ultramodern technologies provide. Today we look at the main characteristics of high-tech style and highlight basic recommendations for arrangement interior in this direction.

1. High-tech style concept

So popular today, the direction originated on the basis of the late modernism in the 1970s and became popular in the 1980s. The "parents" of the style are English architects. It was they who first started using functional technology when decorating buildings - they adhered to straight and clear lines, did not use unnecessary and useless details, did not hide, but, on the contrary, emphasized functional systems, such as ventilation shafts. And, despite the harsh criticism, many recognized such methods as very convenient and practical.

High-tech style itself is quite cold, extremely restrained and lifeless, one might say. Solid cold, shiny surfaces, synthetic materials and restrained colors - this is what you can highlight by looking at the room once. That is why many designers advise do not use hi-tech in its pure form for the decoration of residential premises. The best option would be to combine it with other directions, for example with style loft, a eco style help make the room warmer and more natural. Get along well with hi-tech minimalism and modern. Your task is to take the best and most suitable features of this style for you and embody it in your own unique but cozy interior.

So, main features hi-tech style:

• Using simple linesthat create clear, rigorous edges. This applies primarily to the shape of the premises and doorways - no arched vaults and similar arcuate elements. Furniture items are slightly less rigidly subject to this rule, and decor items may not at all adhere to such clarity and rigor;
• Use of hidden storage. We are talking about all kinds of racks, cabinets or shelveswhere you will store clothes or things. Most often they are hidden behind sliding systems. Moreover, they should in no way stand out against the background of the wall. When looking at a similar design, your guests should not even imagine that something is hidden there. Only wall shelves serving as decoration can be flaunted;
• The prevalence of finishing materials such as plastic, a rock, brick, glass, concrete. Wood is used in a minimal amount and only in an unprocessed, rough form.Stone or concrete surfaces can be polished until a distinctive shine appears;

• The presence of sliding systems, which may be present in the form of partitions, sliding walls or wardrobes;
• A large amount of light, both natural and artificial. It is light that plays a very important role in organizing a hi-tech interior. By the method of selecting the shape and direction of light zoning of the territory is performed;
• Monochrome color scheme, which is allowed to be diluted with only one bright color;
• To give a characteristic accent, you can use accessories in the style of the avant-garde;
• To mitigate the situation and give it coziness, it is permissible to post black and white family photographs on the walls;
• All communications specifically remain in sight. Heating pipes, ventilation shafts and other elements can not be hidden. If necessary, you can give them the necessary appearance with metallic paint or close it with an aluminum box;

• Be sure to have a large television panel. If finances allow, then televisions can be located in each room.

As you can see, high-tech style will help organize highly comfortable but neat and not congested zone for residence. The apartment will be very spacious and bright. Of course, it’s better to fully reveal all the charms of this direction in large studio apartments. But also small apartments in high-tech style is a very real task. Indeed, due to the large amount of light and light colors, you can visually increase the area of ​​the rooms.

2. Finishing materials and colors

In high-tech interiors, monophonic surfaces should prevail. There is no place for various thematic patterns and other decorations. Color spectrum it is not particularly diverse. As the main colors you can use white, in spacious rooms - light gray, sometimes the black. Additional shades can be beige, cream, light coffee, golden yellow. Many will find this design boring and “not alive,” someone will just think that the situation will turn out too restrained. In this case, it is allowed to use one, but radically different color, for example, red, blue, yellow, green.

It is very important that the selected color is present on only one surface. It could be accent wall, furniture facades or carpet on the floor. Much attention is given to metallic color. There is a lot of it in hi-tech interiors - if the house has stairs, then her handrails must be chrome-plated, household appliances in the kitchen are stainless steel, steel is allowed kitchen apron or countertop.

Lamps or boxes, behind which pipes are hidden or batteries can also be metallized. Depending on the nature of the room, the color saturation also changes. For the bedroom, choose lighter tones. For spacious and bright living rooms, you can choose brighter and more saturated colors. But again, these are just recommendations, the rest is a matter of taste.

Now more about finishing materials. It can be said that finishing materials, often used for office premises, dominate. Therefore, you should be careful not to turn your apartment into a large cold and uncomfortable office.

• For wall decoration most often used conventional staining. Matte formulations are preferred. Can be finished with plain liquid or non-woven wallpaper or wallpaper for painting. Just keep in mind that the latter require very thorough surface preparation. Hi-tech prefers strict, clear lines, so there is no place for curved walls. Also possible plaster the walls or clad them with plastic panels. Separate walls can be a bare concrete surface or brickwork, or their imitation.Please note that when using any of the listed finishing materials, the surface of the walls must remain absolutely smooth. It will be possible to add texture and depth with the help of decorative elements - mirrors or mirror panels, which can be enclosed in plain frames, polystyrene moldings or decorative baguettes.
• As flooring can be used laminate without a characteristic texture, glossy ceramic tile, linoleum or vinyl tile. For rooms such as a living room or bedroom, a mirror bulk floor. When lining this surface, think about fixtures in advance. In the hi-tech style, it is customary to perform zoning not with the help of partitions, but with the help of lighting devices, which are often mounted on the floor.
• FROM the ceilings You can show a little imagination. It is allowed to use both matte and glossy canvases. You can equip a complex multi-level ceiling with a large number of built-in lights, perimeter lighting or a floating ledge. It is noteworthy that the ceiling levels can be not only strict geometric shapes, but also represent futuristic silhouettes. The main thing is do not use photo printing. In any case, it will be very difficult to choose the right pattern or pattern. And such a ceiling will instantly distract attention from other interesting elements of the room. For example, from ultramodern pieces of furniture.

3. High-tech room lighting

Organization of the lighting system is what it costs to give highly a lot of attention. Before choosing lighting fixtures, their quantities and forms, it is necessary to clearly know where and what furniture will be installed, where which zone will be organized in the room and what size it will be. We advise you to draw a plan diagram and immediately indicate the arrangement of furniture on it. Keep in mind that every, even the farthest corner of your apartment should be lit. Be sure to use lights with the ability to adjust the direction of the light flux.

Combine diffused luminous flux with directional. Thus, you organize the general lighting and directionally highlight the desired area. Regarding forms fixtures - on the ceilings it is customary to use string or track systems that will help simulate the space. Spotlights can be mounted on furniture facades or on the floor. If you plan to buy chandelier, then her appearance should be unusual and impressive. It is desirable that it has several modes and the ability to remote control. Most often, pendant lamps are used, consisting of several light rings or lines. Moreover, all lamps should not be large.

Pay attention to the spots, the lights of which are compact in size and the ability to rotate in different directions. Preferred materials shades - glass, plastic, metal. For hi-tech it is very important to have a lot of natural light. A big advantage will be panoramic windows that are not customary to curtain. In extreme cases, you can use light tulle or jalousie. The shape of the window openings can be either the most ordinary - rectangular or round.

4. High-tech furniture

It can be said that this is one of the most interesting points. Modern technology has stepped far forward and this trend can be traced in many areas of our lives. Has appeared furniture transformer, furniture with integrated video equipment, unusual modular furniture and more. It is such items that will become the key and distinguishing feature of the high-tech interior. Of course, such things are very expensive, so it is acceptable that there are not many.

The remaining pieces of furniture will also be quite complex in terms of execution, because they not only have to match in appearance, but also remain functional. They should prevail sharp lines, clear silhouettes of the correct geometric shape. Yes, it may look strict, but this is the whole charm of high-tech style.

Furniture should not serve as decoration of a room, first of all, it should fulfill its main function - to provide convenience and relaxation. The main part can have a simple, concise form and be complemented by one single unusual object, for example, a daybed with an integrated video system. Materials plastic, glass or metal is used for manufacturing, but the tree will have to be completely abandoned. You can use plastic floor or wall shelves of unusual shapes or glass racks.

We considered a more affordable option for furniture. On the other hand, the high-tech style allows you to furnish your home with unrealistic and unimaginable objects in form. For instance, armchairs can be cocoons made of thick plastic or metal, the beds resemble capsules of a spaceship, etc. The main thing is not to deviate from the color scheme and the choice of materials.

When planning the arrangement of furniture, you should ensure maximum free space. Do not clutter up the room. Let there be a minimum of pieces of furniture, but all of them will be really necessary. And let some items be equipped with the main "Chip" style hi-tech - the possibility of transformation.

5. Hi-tech decor

The restraint inherent in the high-tech direction is clearly visible in the choice and number of decor elements. home them task - soften and add a little variety to the interior with clear silhouettes. A similar effect is achieved by the selection of suitable shapes by the subject - round, intricate, asymmetric.

Preferred materials everything also remains glass, plastic and metal. You can use ceramics. But it should not be cute animal figures, it can be tall floor vases, of one color with a graceful silhouette. Such elements may be paired. It is not necessary to set flowers in them at all.

The main decoration of the living room is considered electric fireplaceembedded in the surface of the wall. In the bedroom you can place small flower pots with low plants. Use twin fixtures of strict shapes that will balance the space. On the walls you can place monochrome photos or posters, posters in the urban style. Various watches will be appropriate. They must be digital, have a stylish metal or plastic case and not be too large. It is very important that the item you choose is modern and concise. Glass or metal only figurines may have curving, curved shapes.

As a decor, you can use the floor carpet with a long pile. Its color should be calm and monophonic. It can be marked before a sofa or in front of the bed. The room will immediately become more comfortable. For zoning the space, you can use curtains-threads of light shades.

6. High-tech style living room

The high-tech style living room looks spectacular in both large and small sizes. Highlight key points its design:

• number furniture items You should choose based on what your living room is designed for. If you regularly host a large number of guests, take care to ensure a sufficient number of seats. In order not to clutter up the area with a sofa and armchairs, purchase a corner or U-shaped modular sofa, which, if necessary, can be arranged depending on the situation.
• If you have few things or you are not a fan of bulky items, you can completely abandon the furniture wall.
• Instead, arrange a place for the built-in fireplace, which will become a key feature of the interior.
• If your living room is combined with the dining room or hallway, the role of partitions can serve screens, sliding doors, or filament curtains. A very common technique is to equip a large but flat aquarium between two zones or to install a transparent bubble panel.
• Use a laminate, vinyl flooring or parquet.
• Complete the modern look with space traction multi-level ceiling rack metal system or false ceiling.
• Walls can be painted with matte paint, plastered or pasted over with plain non-woven wallpaper. The smaller the room, the brighter the color scheme should be.
• IN small living rooms Place mirrored panels on the walls from floor to ceiling. This will visually increase the space.
• You can use bright colors, for example, deep blue color goes well with the white and cold shine of chrome surfaces.
• On the walls you can hang plastic shelves of small sizes and interesting shapes, posters and posters.
• Do not use too many indoor plants. A maximum of three pots with miniature flowers.
• Be sure to get a big plasma and other modern technology.
• Do not hide the heating pipes and batteries.

7. High-tech bedroom interior

In the interior of the bedroom, since this room should set up for relaxation, give a feeling of peace and harmony, it is better to use only several key features directions. Otherwise, in a room decorated according to all the hi-tech rules, you will feel as if in a cold cave. Here is an example:

• The main subject in the bedroom, of course, is the bed. Usually it is wooden with a beautiful headboard, high and comfortable. In this case, drastic changes are needed. Let the bed be deprived of a head, its body will be made of plastic or metal and equipped with a backlight. Can place the bed on catwalk, equip it with lights or mirrors around the perimeter. This will give the impression that she does not touch the floor and hangs in the middle of the room.
• Emphasize your high-tech style with wall sconces made from appropriate materials, in a suitable shape and with swivel shades.
• The floors in the bedroom should be warm. Cover them with laminate or provide a small bedside rug with a long pile of warm shade.
• Many can not do without a wardrobe in the bedroom. Its facades should be made of glass, it is possible with aluminum or plastic inserts.
• Classic colors for the design of the bedroom - white, gray, a combination of black and white, sand. But you can complement the bedroom with bright colors to your taste - yellow, light green, pink, purple. It can be an unusual shaped plastic chair or a bright wardrobe.
• Absolutely white bedroom with furniture of the correct geometric shape, which is complemented by multi-colored lighting, looks very romantic. In such a room, all borders are completely erased and it seems immense.
• The main thing is not to overload the room with unnecessary furniture and use plain surfaces.

8. High-tech style kitchen

It is the interior of the kitchen easiest perform in high-tech style due to the presence of a large number of diverse equipment. The kitchen space will be functional, well-organized and simply incredibly stylish.

• Home appliances must meet the latest technology and have many additional features. Refrigerator with a wi-fi function that can crack ice and independently adjust the temperature depending on the ambient temperature. There must be a separate oven and hob. Moreover, their style should be suitable for the requirements of the direction. Glass ceramic or stainless hob surfaces can be used. Most harmoniously fit induction cookers. Dishwashers should be compact but roomy.
• Most household appliances should be built into kitchen set. Therefore, it is wiser to first purchase equipment, and then order furniture.
• The kitchen set itself is permissible to carry out in bright color. Its facades are preferably plastic or artificial stone. More budget option - laminated glossy facades.
• The countertop may be glass, made of artificial stonesteel.
• Use chrome fittings.
• Chairs and tables made of transparent plastic look very impressive.
• Walls are best painted, tiled floors.
• The kitchen apron can be made of transparent tempered glass, which is laid on top of the brickwork, or with photo printing.
• What exactly must not be in the kitchen, so these are decor items. Is that a pendant lamp over the dining area with an unusual ceiling.

9. High-tech style in the interior of the hallway

Hallways themselves are often quite modest sizes. Therefore, the main task is don't pile up her even more.

• Furniture should be used to a minimum. It should be made of plastic, glass or metal.
• The door of the wardrobe can be made of frosted glass with aluminum partitions.
• If needed clothes rackthen it’s best to place it on the back of the front door. Of course, this is not an option if you often receive guests. In this case, purchase a floor hanger, which will have a collapsible design. If it is not necessary, it can be quickly removed and free up space.
• A variety of lamps will help to emphasize the idea.
• Spot, swivel, wall mounted with brackets, spots.
• If the hallway is combined with the living room, then on the line of the former interior partition, you can arrange in a row fixtures built into the floor. Thus, you can easily and clearly perform the zoning function.
• Based on practical considerations, it is better to clad the floor in the hallway with floor tiles or make a bulk floor. These materials are much better for cleaning.
• And of course, choose light colors and plain surfaces.

10. High-tech bathroom

Creating a high-tech interior in the bathroom will be especially pleasant and fast. And all due to the fact that various engineering systems can not be hidden, but rather need to flaunt. No need to build different boxes and think how to hide ugly pipes. The same goes for walls.

• If you approached the issue of repair thoroughly and got to the real brickwork, you can not hide it under ceramic tiles. Of course, if its appearance leaves much to be desired, then use a plain tile or porcelain tile The following shades - white, gray, black, silver. You can give a color accent using shades of blue, green, red or yellow.
• It is important to understand that in this case the desired effect is achieved not by successfully combining tiles by color or texture, but by proper lighting and plumbing.
• Prefer not a bath, but shower stall with many features and a stylish look. If you cannot deny yourself the pleasure of soaking in the foam bath, let it be made of acrylic or artificial stone and have a rectangular, diamond-shaped or trapezoidal shape.
• If the bathroom is combined, for zoning, use plastic transparent partitions or glass tinted curtains.
• If the room has a metallic color on the walls, purchase chrome faucets. If the bathtub is decorated in black and white, plumbing should be appropriate.
• Above washbasin hang up mirror the entire width of the wall and complement it with backlight.
• Give preference to cast marble countertops.
• All finishes must be plain.
• No need to hang towels on the walls with hooks.Better put them in plastic or glass open shelving. They may not have facades.
• Avoid a large number of various accessories, wall shelves and shampoos, shower gels and other jars placed on any free place.
• Such an interior requires accuracy and a minimum of details.

11. The main mistakes or what NOT to be done with independent hi-tech interior arrangement

There are several points that can easily cross out all your efforts and instantly turn a high-tech interior into something mixed and incomprehensible. Consider the main ones:

• The use of wood for wall cladding or as a material for the manufacture of furniture.
• Wallpapering the walls with patterns, embossing or a characteristic relief.
• Use of interior items such as the columnsplaster stucco molding.
• The prevalence of warm colors.
• A large number of various small souvenirs such as porcelain elephants, frames, caskets, fans, artificial flowers in small vases. A special taboo is soft toys. Even from modern materials.
• Use wicker chairs or wicker baskets.
• Curtaining window openings with heavy blackout curtains. Only the blinds roller blinds or light tulle!
• The use of lamps in a classic style. That is, with fabric lampshades, fringe, crystal pendants and other cuteness.

And before embarking on an independent organization of high-tech style with your apartment, be sure to review a large number of photo examples. You may be impressed by looking at a couple of three images, but in the tenth photo you can feel that this minimalist style is too cold and uncomfortable for you. Yes, the degree of coziness and comfort can always be adjusted to fit your needs, but even without looking at that, not all can appreciate the high-tech direction.