Mini-walls in the living room: what are and how to choose?

This type of furniture, like mini-walls, has been known for quite some time. After the wave of their popularity, the time has come for large spacious cabinets, but now, when minimalism is gaining momentum again, the small modular walls are again on the horse. And this is no coincidence, because the modules fit absolutely everything that a modern person needs.

There are quite a few advantages in such furniture:

• First of all, it is a very significant saving in space;
• modular furniture visually adds room to a room without cluttering it;
• things are protected from unwanted mechanical impact;
• modules are convenient to use;
• the structure is easy to assemble and transform - most modular walls can be assembled in different ways;
• the mini-wall is functional, since you can select exactly the modules that are needed and make up the desired design from them;
• thanks to a small number of details, the decor fits perfectly into absolutely any style of interior;
• the presence of open shelves allows you to place beautiful books and original figurines, demonstrating the taste of the owner.

There are also disadvantages.

• Small capacity compared to items such as a wardrobe. However, very often small-looking modular drawers and shelves hold a fairly significant number of things.
• Unsuitable for storing things of large volume or oversized - such modules simply will not fit.
• Not suitable for placement in large rooms, as they get lost in them.

The release of modular mini-walls is carried out by various manufacturers, that is why there are several different types of this furniture.

• The most common model is "under the TV." Its central part is a niche for an LCD or plasma TV, you can also install an audio system there - including speakers, there are shelves and drawers to accommodate various things. Most of the wall is occupied by shelves.

• Corner models - The most economical, optimally suited for small living rooms.

• Modular models called so because they consist of individual segments that can be assembled in an arbitrary order at the request of the owner. The segments are autonomous, such designs are quite simple to assemble and operate. In addition, they can be placed at some distance from each other.

• A very interesting solution is the mounted mini-wall, all parts of which are screwed to the wall. This model looks very stylish, while cleaning under it is very simple - you do not need to move anything.

• There are also wall models that include a wardrobe. This is very convenient in cases when the apartment is one-room, or there is no possibility of placing additional furniture for storing clothes in it.

• Wall with a computer desk included, will be very convenient for people in need of the allocation of a working area in the living room.

When purchasing or ordering a wall, you need to take into account the amount of free space that will be allocated for it. The dimensions of the furniture should be such as not to interfere with movement, to provide an opportunity to close the doors and not occupy more space. The best place to place the wall is in a free corner or along an empty wall.

Walls fall into two broad categories:

• ready-made case models changes to the design of which cannot be made;
• modular options which equipment depends entirely on the desire of the buyer.

Most often, the finished module includes the wall itself, hinged shelves, racks or cabinets, including a wardrobe. Corner modules provide a large corner cabinet in which large things can be conveniently placed, possibly a design with a chest of drawers, for example, under a TV niche.

The module is far from always located directly on the wall. He may have L-shaped, U-shaped or just angular. For a square living room, the U-shaped wall is ideal.

Families with children will appreciate the hanging cabinets included in the wall design. They can be placed at the top along the wall, placing in them that part of things that children do not want to see and touch. You can strengthen the design with special locks that the child will not be able to independently open. And do not exclude options for cabinets that are locked with a key.

In addition to the configuration, attention should be paid to the material that was used to manufacture the wall. There may be several options.

• Wood or glass furniture - the most environmentally friendly, but at the same time the most expensive. Most often, materials are used in combination with each other.
• The budget option is particleboard and MDF. The latter can be veneered or laminated. It is very convenient to give these plates different forms, even fantasy ones, creating various designs.

The selection of wood species used for the manufacture of furniture is quite wide - from beech and birch to larch and maple.

Today, furniture walls (including those in mini format) are produced in completely different style solutions. This includes a range from classic to futurism.

Of course The most common and sought after option is the classic design. Such walls will harmoniously complement both the modern interior in the hall and, in a good way, the old-fashioned. Furniture in classic style is characterized by the natural color of wood.

Futuristic models - This is usually a combination of glass (often opaque, tinted), metal and wood. The characteristic colors are glossy black and white, metallic, chrome fittings. Shapes can be anything from a clear rectangular to fantasy geometric.

Style high tech differs from futuristic minimalism only in its color scheme - plastic of bright, neon tones as a facade is very often found in cabinet and modular furniture.

For style baroque redundancy is characteristic in everything - from the material to the fittings, which is why the wall will have to be ordered. Ready-made options are either completely budgetary or do not correspond to the style - because redundancy and an abundance of details does not mean bad taste.

For fashion scandinavian style the traditional rectangular wall shape and no less traditional snow-white shade are characteristic. The layout of cabinets and shelves does not have to be symmetrical.

To the living room in style country Artificially aged furniture will fit perfectly, the glass in which will have carvings and patterns.

The most original models are copyright, issued in a limited number of copies. The authorship of the design may belong to both the manufacturer and the customer. It should be noted that such models will cost much more than typical factory ones.

There are several models of furniture design that enjoy well-deserved success with consumers. For instance, for the Grace model (producer "Angstrom") characterized by a simple, while the original minimalist design. The lines are clear and strict, and the elements are exclusively necessary. This model perfectly complements the living room and office. At the same time, it is extremely capacious, easy to maintain, since it does not have open drawers and shelves.

For the Bjork model (manufacturer Hoff) a combination of two colors is characteristic - white gloss and light oak. The model combines closed and open spaces, there is also a module for storing dishes, it is equipped with a glass door. The model is equipped with a niche for TV rather voluminous, despite the fact that the wall itself is quite compact.

The same manufacturer made Florence modelhaving a completely different style and design. "Florence" is a modern retro style, equipped with carved details, curly fittings. The wall is completely bulky, 1.6 m wide, but of sufficient height - 2.16 m. There are two color options - light and dark.

For the Ikea Brimnes Model a combination of modules is typical, the complete set can be made as you want. The presence of straight lines and simple design are the hallmarks of the model. The color in which the model is produced is black. The undoubted advantages include holes on the rear panel, designed for wires. And you can also choose the side of the door opening, adjust the height of the shelves and the distance between them.

Another Ikea Model - Besto, it enables its owner to create the design at his discretion - narrower, wider, lower or higher.This model, unlike the previous one, is made of white chipboard with tempered glass inserts.

And finally, some interesting examples of mini-walls:

• original round construction takes up very little space;

• case construction It is located along the wall, fully occupying it;

• completely closed wall It looks stylish and futuristic;

• wall color chocolate suitable for a spacious living room;

• model Besto the interior looks stylish and fresh;

• model "Florence»Looks equally impressive in the dark and light;

• simple but stylish model Brimnes Ikea will be decorated with a minimalistic modern interior;

• wall Björk Ideal for modern and classic living rooms.

In the video, you will learn designer's advice on how to choose a living room.