Design Features
A number of main specific properties:
- The advantage of laminated veneer lumber is that houses made from this building material are practically not subject to shrinkage.
- Over time, the timber does not crack or change, as it is processed using special compounds.
- Timber walls are even, smooth and do not require additional cladding. In addition, they retain heat well and have sound insulation properties.
- Houses made of timber are very strong, reliable, durable and can have any architectural shape.
Photo inside the house
Several interior design options.
Kitchen and dining room interior
For design, furniture is chosen from materials that maximally emphasize the functional purpose of the structures. Products do not always have wooden facades; it is also appropriate to use modern plastic, marble, stone, granite or malachite.
The kitchen table is usually chosen to be rectangular or round in shape. An interesting solution could be a real fireplace or stove. The most popular decorative elements are:
- mosaic panel,
- Cuckoo-clock,
- trays or saucers with painting.
The photo shows the design of a kitchen-living room in a country house made of laminated veneer lumber.
Quite often the kitchen is part of the guest room. To divide the space, use a bar counter, sliding screens, or create a height difference in the ceiling or floor plane. The spacious dining room contains a large dining table, chairs and other additional furniture in the form of a wardrobe, chest of drawers or buffet.
Examples of living room decoration
An excellent floor covering for the living room is parquet or regular laminate with a pattern close to natural wood. The ceiling in the hall can be finished with clapboard or MDF panels. The main area around which the rest of the furnishings are built is considered to be a fireplace or a resting place in the form of a soft corner. In the living-dining room, the central object is the dining group.
The photo shows the interior of a living room in a house made of laminated veneer lumber on the Karelian Isthmus.
Bedroom in the house
Thanks to natural materials, it is possible to maintain a natural atmosphere in the bedroom. A spacious oak bed with soft floor rugs on the sides will give the room special warmth and immediate comfort. This room should have an intimate and cozy atmosphere, conducive to sleep and relaxation. Basically, the interior is dominated by calm and light shades combined with several color accents.
Hallway interior
For a corridor with enough space, installing deep cabinets, a small sofa or banquette is suitable. With a minimum footage, the hallway can be supplemented with clothes hangers, shoe shelves and cabinets. The decor will be favorably emphasized by small accents in the form of wall compositions, vases, mirrors or clocks. Walls are sometimes decorated with washable vinyl wallpaper, clapboard or MDF panels.
Children's room
The design of a nursery should not only be beautiful, but also safe. Carefully processed high-quality, durable, aesthetic and environmentally friendly laminated veneer lumber allows you to maintain a clean air balance in the room. For furniture and accessories, preference is given to white or beige colors, which create a harmonious combination with wood trim, thereby creating a comfortable design. In such an interior, patchwork and knitted textiles will look interesting.
The photo shows a children's room for a girl in the interior of a country house built from laminated veneer lumber.
Cabinet
The optimal solution in arranging a classic office is the presence of only the most necessary practical and high-quality things. First of all, choose a table and chair made of durable wood of a dark shade. The work area is located near the window, which provides decent lighting. You can dilute the atmosphere and at the same time make it mysterious with the help of wooden ceiling beams, massive columns, collections of paintings or an aquarium.
The photo shows the design of an office in a private house made of laminated veneer lumber.
Bathroom
For a harmonious interior in a bathroom in a cottage made of laminated veneer lumber, it is appropriate to use special finishing materials that are resistant to high humidity. Wood combines organically with tiles or masonry, which is used to decorate the wall next to the shower stall or washbasin.
Balcony
The presence of a balcony in a house made of laminated veneer lumber provides additional free space and sets the setting for a certain architectural style. To design the railings, materials are selected in the form of forged metal, carved wood, tempered glass, monolithic polycarbonate, bamboo and others. The balcony space is decorated with light fabric curtains, equipped with cozy chairs with warm blankets and flowers and other plants are arranged.
Bad Design Ideas
Techniques in the interior design of a timber house that should have been banned long ago!
1 place
The first place in terms of strength of tackiness is occupied by the plasterboard (complicated and expensive to make) wave on the ceiling. At the same time, the more ambition (desire to earn money) the would-be designers have, the more massive the curved lines and thresholds.
Attention! In the best interiors of timber houses, the ceiling design is a load-bearing structure: floor beams. All. Sometimes the space between the beams is lined with solid wood of expensive species or ordinary plywood painted with clapboard.
2nd place
They occupy the same curves, but on the walls. These pseudo-arches look cheap and scary.
The exception is the arches with huge swing doors that connect the living room, dining room, spacious hallway and office as in the photo.
The photo of the interior shows a fashionable mix of modern and vintage objects.
French home interior
3rd place
It took a toll on the heavy lambrequins. No, they don't add chic. And, yes, no matter how their forms excite the imagination, the merciless craving for frills, lush selections and dangles must be fought. Urgently!
To choose curtains for a country interior, just select a plain, expensive fabric and simply hang it. Here is a clear photo example in which curtains work with color rather than shape.
Curtains in the interior of a house made of timber
4th place
The decorative brick-like stone, in the form of partial masonry on the walls, spoils the country interior. It is not advisable to do as in the photo below!
An example of decorative stone wall decoration
How can you:
False brick wall in the interior
5th place
We give it to the plastic lining. Even if there is almost no money left after building a house, using PVC lining on top of natural wood is nonsense.
6th place
Wallpaper with glitter and decorative plaster were won back not without tears. In very rare cases, they can fit well into the interior. Basically, this decor looks bad.
8th place
The last place was left for the carpet. Practice shows that such flooring cannot cope with all the tests of country life. A worthy alternative is parquet and, attention, porcelain stoneware, which imitates boards made of natural wood.
Ceramic floor tiles imitating wooden boards
The photo shows a heated floor that is not afraid of abrasion. And no, it's not a tree. This is a Spanish Roca ceramic tile from the Borneo series (ceramic granite).
Photos in various styles
A house made of laminated timber does not always imply Russian motifs. Its interior can combine rough and charming chalets, unusual forms of modern style, organic trends of European designs and much more.
Modern style in the interior
Modern minimalism is practical and functional. The furnishings consist of simple lines, chromed metal or glass surfaces and do not contain unnecessary accessories.
A quite successful solution in a wooden house would be the loft style, combining old and new elements. This design most often has huge panoramic windows, antique furniture and lighting in the form of hanging retro lamps with external wiring.
The photo shows a country house made of laminated veneer lumber with a living room designed in high-tech style.
Scandinavian style
Wood is the most popular material in Scandi interior decoration. The main tone of finishing materials is white or any light shades of wood. Natural textiles are chosen as additional cladding; less often, metal or stone finishing elements are preferred.
The photo shows the interior of a living-dining room with white walls in a Scandinavian-style log house.
Provence in the interior
A distinctive feature of Provence is the presence of scuffs on furniture and decorative accessories. This style prefers pastel faded colors, light textiles with floral prints or checks.
The photo shows a spacious living room with second light, decorated in Provence style in a house made of laminated veneer lumber.
The predominance of neutral and natural shades is appropriate in the cladding. The walls and ceiling are decorated in light colors, and the furniture is selected in a brighter design. The room is decorated with fresh flowers, bouquets of lavender, compositions of dried plants or branches.
Chalet style house
A key interior element can be a fireplace located along the wall or in the center of the room. The hearth is mainly lined with natural stone, harmoniously combined with timber. To finish the floor, matte or semi-matte boards with an aging effect are used.
An excellent addition to the chalet would be decor in the form of carpets made from skins or hunting weapons. The Alpine house is equipped with massive furniture upholstered in natural leather or high-quality leatherette.
Russian style in the interior
This style requires minimal finishing. A stove with tiles or elegant paintings will complement the overall composition. The surface of the walls can be roughly hewn, sanded and varnished. Furniture in the Russian style has simple shapes. The interior contains such ethnic trends as Gzhel or Khokhloma.
The photo shows the interior of a Russian-style house made of large timber.
European style house
European-style design is characterized by high technology, lack of clutter and the presence of laconic, environmentally friendly and comfortable details. Decorative beams are used to decorate the ceiling, the floor is laid out with parquet boards and decorated with knitted and high-pile carpets.
The individuality of the style can be emphasized through photo frames, vases with flowers, indoor potted plants, books, wooden or porcelain figurines.
Kitchen
The interior of a wooden house made of timber in the kitchen requires color variety. An accent on the kitchen set would be suitable for this purpose. It is made in light, soft colors. For example, olive or milky white facades of cabinets and shelves.
Retro, country or Provence style is well suited for a kitchen in a house made of timber.
The section of the wall between the countertop and the ceiling is finished using a combined method:
- one part is covered with white paint using drywall;
- the remaining area is finished with red brickwork.
This kitchen design will diversify the interior decoration with elements of “Loft” and “Provence”. It is imperative to hang open shelves for dishes on the walls. Compositions made from glass bottles filled with sunflower oil or a special colored liquid are ideal as decorative elements. Small sea pebbles, plant branches and other elements are placed inside such containers.
In this kitchen, country style successfully fits into the traditional Russian log house
Eco-style kitchen in a wooden house
Window openings will be beautifully decorated with roller blinds. You can place pots with greenery on the windowsill. Bring a touch of Provence to your American kitchen. Be sure to make an island part of the kitchen set, located in the middle of the room. It can also be designed in interesting ways. For example, the lower part at the corners is made open. It would be interesting to place wicker rattan baskets or books with beautiful covers here.
An interesting option is to install a large aquarium under the island countertop set. It is not necessary to put live fish in there. You can organize the space with tree branches, aquatic plants, and install multi-colored lighting.
When choosing furniture for the kitchen, you must adhere to the style of the room
The area above the kitchen stove, where the exhaust hood is installed, is framed with a carved wooden facade. The apron is laid out with light-colored ceramic tiles. The texture is heterogeneous. A plumb line is made above the stove, which serves as a stand for decorative elements.
You can separate the kitchen from the living room using a timber partition
Wood for the home is a noble material. The air in such a room is completely different from concrete structures, and even more so from city apartments. A tree gifted by nature itself will have a beneficial effect on the general condition of the human body.
It is better to paint a low ceiling white
Cozy, winter evenings here will be spent in a pleasant circle of family communication. A warm, hospitable cottage will delight you for decades. And thanks to the unique advice you receive from design experts, you will be able to easily bring your most extravagant ideas to life. Create with us!
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Interior decoration
When cladding a house made of laminated veneer lumber, textures and shades that contradict naturalness and naturalness are not used. For example, gray, mustard, sand or cream finishes are best for light wood. Honey or warm golden colored timber will be complemented by materials in terracotta, green or chocolate tones.
The photo shows a bedroom in a log house with a floor trimmed with dark parquet boards.
Rough cladding with an untreated surface would be appropriate here, giving the atmosphere ease and natural rustic simplicity. The most popular uses are plaster, natural stone or brick. Quite often, finishing is not used for walls and ceilings in order to emphasize the naturalness and beauty of the interior.
In the photo, there are brick shelves at the head of the bed in combination with white timber walls in a bedroom in a country house.
Textile
Natural wood does not accept artificial textiles. In the design of windows there are laconic curtains made of fabrics such as cotton or jacquard. Against the background of laminated veneer lumber, a plain material looks much more advantageous.
The photo shows the interior of a bedroom in a house made of laminated veneer lumber with a window decorated with translucent tulle with curtains.
The sofa and bed are complemented by decorative quilted throws and pillows made of tapestry or wool with thematic patterns. Woven carpets in the form of panels are hung on the walls, colorful rugs are used for armchairs, and the table is covered with an embroidered tablecloth.
Advantages of timber
Since the walls are made of wood, namely treated logs, they will also have the same texture from the inside. Therefore, there is no need to plaster the wall space here.
A house made of timber is environmentally friendly
If we talk about the practicality of this structure, then there is no need to insulate the wooden material for the winter. Wood has a very low degree of thermal conductivity, which will undoubtedly have a positive effect on the internal climate in winter and summer. The high environmental friendliness of the material will allow children to stay safely inside such a room.
At the moment, there are two types of wooden products for construction:
- laminated veneer lumber;
- seamless execution.
Carpentry adhesives are water-based. They are non-toxic, have a strong and reliable seam. The whole product is a cut out middle part of a tree trunk. It is also called round wood. If a round trunk is cut on four sides, then the same square beam is obtained.
A house made of laminated veneer lumber is strong and durable, the walls in it do not dry out or deform.
Experts say that a glued product is less susceptible to cracking and torsion of the structure. In terms of construction qualities, timber assembled from smaller boards is also better mounted than solid timber. Therefore, when choosing one option or another, professional builders recommend choosing laminated wood.
Round timber walls look very attractive and decorative
Round timber is another matter. Houses built from unprocessed material are similar to the old Russian huts of landowners. If you are a supporter of the traditions of your homeland, be sure to build a house in this style.
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Lighting
Rooms in a house made of laminated veneer lumber should not have abundant lighting. As the main light, choose a massive chandelier with low-power lamps that softly illuminate the room.
The photo shows the design of ceiling lighting in the living room in a house made of laminated veneer lumber.
A large number of additional light sources are installed here, for example in the form of floor lamps, wall sconces, table lamps and lighting. These devices may have a specific location to illuminate a specific area in the room.
The photo shows a small living room in a log house, decorated with ceiling chandeliers and wall sconces.
Furniture and decor
For the warm atmosphere emitted by wood, appropriate furniture is selected. The living room can be decorated with a spacious sofa covered with fabric, for the dining room you can choose a simple table with elegant chairs, and the bedroom can be equipped with a bed with a wooden or textile headboard. You should not overload the space with a large number of furniture items.
The photo shows a wooden bed with a soft backrest in the design of a country house made of laminated veneer lumber.
It is interesting to decorate a room with the help of decorative candlesticks, still life or landscape paintings, vases with flowers and ceramics painted like Khokhloma or Gzhel.
Design ideas for houses made of timber
Interesting design examples for a private home.
Stairs to the second floor
The traditional and most popular material for making staircases is wood. Most often, this raw material is used to construct a marching, straight and rotating structure with two spans or a spiral staircase with a metal frame. Such models look very elegant and take up minimal space. The rises made of artificial or natural stone are truly impressive.
The photo shows a two-story timber house with a marching wooden staircase.
Houses with an attic
The building with an attic floor has a presentable and stylish appearance. The attic not only has aesthetic functions and, due to the sloping roof, adds zest to the environment, but also has practical properties. For example, an attic space can significantly increase living space.
The photo shows a bedroom on the attic floor in a house made of laminated veneer lumber.
Photos of houses with a veranda or terrace
It's hard to imagine a cottage without a comfortable place to relax. And for relaxing in the fresh air there is a terrace. It can be complemented with wicker or any natural furniture, flowerpots with flowers and all sorts of pleasant trinkets. A closed type of veranda is considered more practical. Subject to the main nuances and proper insulation, it can turn into a universal spacious room.
The photo shows the design of an open attic in a house made of light laminated veneer lumber.
Examples of one-story houses
The interior of a one-story country house should not look overloaded. For wall decoration, materials in light colors, such as bleached oak, are better suited. The most efficient use of space can be achieved using Scandinavian style, in which the surrounding environment will not look boring and dark.
Interior with panoramic windows
Thanks to the panoramic window openings, the room is endowed with sophistication, originality and acquires an exclusive and non-standard look. Due to such windows, the surrounding interior is perceived completely differently and is characterized by increased illumination.
The photo shows the interior of a kitchen-living room with large windows in a private timber house.
House with bay window
A bay window ledge becomes an interesting design idea for a kitchen or living room. Such an architectural element fills the space with natural light and increases its size. Houses made of laminated veneer lumber can have a rectangular, pentagonal or trapezoidal bay window, located on the first or second floor.
With a second light
Housing equipped with a second light in the form of a large number of windows looks spacious and airy. This technology emphasizes the naturalness of the structure and fills it with maximum lighting.
Fireplace ideas
The fireplace is the symbol and soul of the house and therefore it requires careful decoration that will make it stand out from the surrounding design. The most practical cladding is the use of porcelain stoneware, natural stone or painted tiles.
Photo of the interiors of a wooden house inside. Decor and finishing
The interior of a wooden house, if you analyze the latest photos, is always full of decorative solutions. Even in modern spaces that tend towards minimalism, in this case several decorative elements can be used at once. An almost obligatory component of the design of a wooden house is a fireplace. The timber itself can be left as is, additionally treating it with a special coating to protect it from moisture, rotting and bark beetles. If necessary, some other finishing material is applied on top of the wood, completely masking the wood texture.
Island fireplace in the interior of a wooden house
All photos In the photo: Interior of a wooden house with a fireplace
The island fireplace still looks original. Its main advantage is mobility. Such a hearth can be installed either in the center of the room or against the wall. Island fireplaces are an excellent solution for the design of modern-style log houses.
Textured finishing of the TV area in the office
All photos In the photo: Design of an office in a house made of timber
Special attention is always paid to the design of the TV area in wooden houses. Do you want the area under the TV panel to look original? Then choose a material for its finishing that differs in texture from the timber. In the photo of the office interior presented above, the TV area is formed by three small concrete-look boards and a pair of laconic sconces with chocolate lampshades.
Grand piano in the interior of a wooden house: photo inside
All photos In the photo: Design of a house made of timber with a black piano
The interior of a wooden house inside will be filled with a special festive atmosphere, typical of music salons, if you purchase a piano. By installing the instrument in the gallery area, located on the second level, you will get interesting acoustics.
6. Elements of Russian life in the interior
All photos In the photo: Design of a house made of timber in Russian country style
Samovars, balalaikas, bear skin, stuffed wild forest animals, birch with a unique pattern - in the design of a house made of timber there is always room for elements that reflect ancient Russian life. However, with all these authentic items that are closely connected to history, you need to be careful. Otherwise, instead of masterful stylization, you will get a parody of a Russian hut. If you do not want any satirical effects, then use elements of Russian life sparingly, diluting them with pompous classics or modern style.
Birch woodpile
All photos In the photo: Interior of a bathroom in a wooden house
A birch woodpile is one of the most expressive elements of Russian country music. If you want to diversify the texture of the timber, then pay attention to birch inserts. With their help, you can teach the same textured “game” in the interior, thanks to which the composition looks more impressive.
"Carriage" screed in the interior of a wooden house inside
All photos In the photo: Interior of a bedroom in a wooden house Have
you ever noticed that a “carriage” screed has the magical property of ennobling everything around? Your interior can be absolutely simple and monochrome, but you just need to add the capitonné effect to it, and the space will immediately transform and become more complex. In the bedroom, “carriage” screed is most often used to decorate the headboard. In living rooms, the capitonné effect is found in the decor of upholstered furniture.
Elements of wood carving
All photos In the photo: Design of a bathhouse in Russian country style
The interior of a wooden house will instantly turn into a tower if you use artistic wood carvings in its decor.
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The laminated timber structure is a comfortable home with an original and interesting furnishings. Eco-friendly and safe natural wood fills the space with a pleasant forest aroma and creates a comfortable and cozy design.
The meaning of wood in the interior
A structure made of timber has an undeniable, remarkable quality - thermal insulation. Fire safety, protection from insects, parasites, fungus, and mold are provided by a special protective impregnation of logs.
Using natural high-quality materials during construction, this serves as the key to a room with an individual style. Even the most primitive, inexpensive furniture will not spoil the interior or exterior decoration of the building.
Wood has always created coziness, filled the whole house with harmony and warmth, imparted grandeur and originality, demonstrated and emphasized its original design.
Expressive decorative materials, simple finishing, a beautifully designed façade with grilles and ferries are the most original solution for creating style. Since wood can be processed, it is possible to embody the most daring ideas:
- install both inside and outside stairs with carved ornaments;
- make galleries, ceilings;
- use multi-level design;
- install glass attics and balconies;
- combine wood with metal, forging, stone;
- decorate stoves or fireplaces with ceramic tiles, giving them sophistication.
Living in a wooden house, you feel a direct unity with nature, the whole world around you, you feel its peace and comfort.
