Sofas in Provence style: features and examples in the interior

The stylistic direction of Provence is one of the subtypes of country style. For furniture made in this design, simplicity, lightness and sophisticated appearance are characteristic. Let us dwell in more detail on the features of sofas in the theme of Provence and the subtleties of choosing the optimal model.

A characteristic feature of Provence-style soft sofas is the lack of luxury, pathos and pretentiousness. Smooth lines, discreet colors and natural materials are typical for them. The main distinguishing features.

• Production material - wood of expensive grades, forged metal parts are allowed, they give the sofa sophistication, originality and value.
• Furniture items may include scratches and scuff marks - usually resort to artificially aging parts.
• All wooden fragments of sofas varnished.
• For upholstery use natural fabrics of nude colors - plain or with a light floral ornament.
• To decorate the masters resort to carving and using small parts. The back is most often made rounded and low, the legs, as a rule, have an ornate shape.

Upholstered furniture in the Provence style is presented in a wide variety of forms, but they all differ in functionality, comfort and a sense of home comfort. Depending on the design of the model, there are several types of upholstered furniture.

• Classic sofa. Such items have a direct configuration in combination with an oversized semicircular back. Armrests are provided, although this is an optional condition. They are made from solid wood of valuable species. Classic sofas can comfortably accommodate 2-3 people.

• Corner sofa. Models are optimal for small rooms. They can be standard or rounded, the former are most often installed in the kitchen, and the latter are optimal for decorating bay windows.

• Sofa. This is a mini-sofa; it is optimal for arranging a small living room, as well as a kitchen. A distinctive feature of such furniture is the location of the back and armrests at the same height.

• Couch. Such products are compact, in them the armrests and backrest are completely absent. For maximum user comfort, the ottoman is equipped with a large number of cushions and cushions of various shapes and sizes.

• Forged. Such models visually give the impression of elegant, light and almost weightless designs, however, in fact they are very durable and stable. Products are most often installed in large and spacious country houses and mansions.

• With armrests. Depending on the model, the armrests are either hard or soft, the first are made of wood, the legs are made of the same material. Such marvels look rather rich and spectacular.

Some models of Provencal sofas have a folding mechanism, initially it was not provided, however, the lack of space in standard multi-storey buildings led to the need to use the principles of ergonomics for furniture rooms. That is why manufacturers began to produce transforming sofas. Depending on the mechanism used, such models may have an extra berth either under the seat or under the back. Folded sofas take up very little space, and when unfolded, they are equivalent to a double bed.

Some manufacturers offer folding models for occasional use, for example, if necessary, accommodate a guest. For everyday use, the choice should be made in favor of models with more durable and reliable extension mechanisms. In fact, there are many options for transformation. For rare use, the clamshell model will be the best solution. Roll-out products are easier to use but require more space at the same time.. The “budget book" is considered the most budget option, however, its drawback is the need to leave a place between the sofa and the wall. However, this minus has been eliminated in the more advanced Eurobook product.

Sofas in the Provence style are ideal for a summer residence, as well as a country house or small apartment. For the manufacture of furniture, the following materials are usually used.

• Natural wood - Manufacturers everywhere make a choice in favor of chestnut, oak or walnut. Wood is used to make the carcass, armrests and a hard back; thin elements are additionally applied to these elements to achieve maximum decorativeness.
• Forged metal - the material brings original accents to the sofa, making it more vintage.
• In country houses and country cottages wicker sofas are often found, for their creation a cattail is used. Such furniture looks elegant and fragile. Of course, you won’t be able to sleep on it, but during the day you can relax quite comfortably. In addition, the cattail will become a stylish element of the room.

Indoor use soft sofas, they provide a filler.

• Polyurethane foam. This is a high-quality and practical material for filling upholstered furniture. It is environmentally friendly, it is distinguished by elasticity and durability.After deformation under a person’s body weight, it quickly restores its original shape, in addition, it passes air and does not absorb sweat and water, so the sofa will not exude an unpleasant odor of mustiness. Polyurethane foam does not accumulate dust particles, which means it rarely causes allergies in children and adults.
• Foam rubber. It is used exclusively in cheap models, you will not find it in branded products of famous manufacturers. The fact is that this material has very significant drawbacks: it is not resistant to wear, weakly restores shape, and crumpled during operation. Such a filler very soon becomes completely worthless, therefore, even with a careful attitude, it serves no longer than 5 years.
• Foamed latex. This filler is found in the most expensive products. It is ventilated, does not accumulate dust particles and does not absorb water. The service life of the filler reaches 20 years. Latex evenly distributes the load from the user's body mass over the surface, thereby ensuring a comfortable rest.

Any filler is necessarily supplemented with a spring unit - thanks to the springs, an increased level of comfort is provided. When choosing the optimal model, preference should be given to the mechanism Pocket spring - in it, the springs are located independently of each other, are in a separate bag of durable material. Such a device has a long service life, is characterized by resistance to wear, and in case of damage you can easily change a broken part.

Each of these materials has its own typical features.

• Tapestry - dense, wear-resistant material, therefore, its life is quite long. The advantage of the model is that it is two-sided, soft paintings are distinguished by a wide variety of colors and stylish floral ornaments.
• Cotton - natural material that is 100% environmentally friendly and hypoallergenic. It has the ability to pass water. However, such fabric is too thin in order to use it continuously - the period of operation of such sofas does not exceed 5–7 years, after which replacement of the upholstery is required. To increase the wear resistance of cotton, it is usually treated with special impregnations, which protect it from the accumulation of dust particles and premature wear.
• Linen - strong and very dense fabric, its only drawback is the extremely limited tint palette. Those colors that are most often found in stores are not very suitable for Provencal design.
• Jacquard - upholstery with an aesthetic appearance and high strength characteristics. The canvas does not fade in the sun, over time it does not wear out and does not lose its decorative effect. Such sofas do not require special cleaning. The undoubted advantage of jacquard is the variety of patterns and patterns that combine perfectly with Provence.

Provence style is preferred by romantic natures, who value naturalness and naturalness in the setting, prefer smooth elegant lines. That is why when assembled, such sofas usually do not take up much space, however, they retain their functionality in full. Most often they are made straight, in most cases these are double models with high backs, springy seats and soft armrests. A compact sofa will become a real decoration of any interior.

For more spacious rooms, you can choose wide angle models - they are not compact and require free space. Usually they are performed folding, so at any time the sofa can transform into a bed.In general, when choosing a suitable sofa model, first of all, you should evaluate the footage of the room. Sleeping products can be double or even triple. The first option is optimal for single people who occasionally receive guests, while the second is preferable for placement in a house with a family.

The most beneficial shades for provence style sofas are:

• white;
• terracotta;
• lactic;
• creamy;
• ivory;
• pale pink;
• soft purple;
• olive;
• peach.

You can pick up almost any shade, the only condition is that it should not be bright, acidic and flashy. Sofas in the Provence style can be plain and can be decorated with unobtrusive floral patterns. Patterns allowed are coral, light green or muted purple.

Provence style sofas are spectacular on their own, but they can be made even more original with the help of additional decor elements.

• The most common option is Cushions are small in size, they are laid out in large numbers.
• Furniture Carnations - they are used to decorate the backs of sofas and other furniture. With this accessory you can create a relief ornament on the surface of the sofa.
• Add style and beauty to help Cushions and covers with floral patterns in tone with furniture upholstery. It is best to use rugs, the lower part of which is flared - this will allow you to create exquisite shuttlecocks and folds.

• Modular sofas in Provencal style are light, sophisticated and incredible beauty, which is highly appreciated by lovers of French chic:

• The milky-white sofa is decorated with pillows with unobtrusive tone inscriptions;

• A pale olive wooden, artificially aged sofa, complemented by an elegant “little thought” with a floral print;

• Corner soft sofa sky blue can be used as a place to relax, and as a reception area;

• A small sofa with carved legs fits perfectly into the decor of the kitchen-dining room;

• But in the spacious living room you can put 2 sofas from the same collection: small, with carved legs, and soft, which can be expanded if you need a place to accommodate sleeping guests;

• A magnificent sofa with a floral print is complemented by the same pouf, and also harmonizes with the carpet on the floor.

In the next video, you will find an overview of the Provence-style sofa from the Pinskdrev furniture factory in Belarus.