The arch in the apartment is a beautiful way to zone the space without damage to the area. The shape of the arch and its decorating elements will emphasize the stylistic direction of the apartment and decorate the interior. In addition, this way you can refine the outdated design.
Features of design
The beauty of the arch is that it can be made in accordance with any style of the apartment, it will look harmoniously in the classic interior, and in modern directions.
- For a compact room, it is better to use a minimalist arch, in a spacious apartment the opening may be of an unusual shape.
- The classic and versatile color for the arched opening is white.
- With the help of an arched opening it is convenient to divide an apartment into zones, only partially isolating the premises.
- The arch in the interior will emphasize the peculiarities of the style and will also perform a decorative function.
The photo has a wide arched doorway in a classic style. Geometric shapes are repeated in the kitchen.
Installation location
Doorway
The most common method of using arches in an apartment is as an interior partition. Thus, the premises are visually separated from each other, but retain a common space. Most often the interroom arch unites a drawing room zone with a kitchen zone.
The arch above the doorway of the entrance door is the beginning of the interior of the apartment and the continuation of the entrance door. Finishing can be invisible or vice versa to focus on attention, for example with the help of an artificial or natural stone.
Division of the room into zones
The arch can also divide one room into two different zones. For example, the bedroom has a sleeping area from a dressing room or a seating area. The arch above the bar counter visually separates the kitchen area from the living room. Even a small indent above the ceiling will visually divide the room.
The photo shows a dining area with a transition to the living room. The arch is made of gypsum and repeats the relief of the ceiling plinths.
Decorative arches on the wall
A good interior solution to betray the apartment individuality. Elegant arches support the interior in any style. A smooth-shaped arch can frame a picture, a mirror, photos or wallpapers with a different background.
In the photo is a stylish compact living room. A mirror framed in an arch visually enlarges the space.
Arches
A beautiful way to beat the useful space in the wall. In a niche can be installed multiple shelves, a TV, a small sofa or a desk. The arch of the desired shape will emphasize the style in the interior of the apartment.
Window
Window openings in the form of semicircular arches will decorate and make more tender the classic interior of the apartment. It is more appropriate to use such windows in country and private houses.
Types of form
In the form of an arc
The classic version is suitable for any type of layout, it has a horseshoe shape and puts down an even semicircle.
The photo interior apartment in the style of a new classic. The walls are plastered in gray.
Square and rectangular
The arched opening has right angles and is suitable for interior decoration in any style. The width and height depends on the size of the apartment. High rectangular arch visually make the room higher.
Ellipsoid
The arch in the shape of an ellipse looks very original in the interior of the apartment, has the shape of an oval, but with obtuse angles at the point of curvature. For an arch with such a form, wide rooms are well suited.
Trapezoidal
It has the shape of a trapezoid, four obtuse angles. The perfect option for the interior of an apartment in a modern style.
Semi-mark in the apartment
The semi-park, also known as the Thai Arch, combines two views, a portal and a classic. On the one hand it has a right angle, on the other hand a rounded shape of any radius.
Unusual shapes
In addition, the arches can be quite unusual forms, for example, in the Oriental style in the form of a dome. This option looks great in all colors and will be a real "highlight" of the apartment. The lancet shape will make the room higher, and the shape of the horseshoe wider.
Materials for the manufacture of the arch
Drywall
The most common option, with a low price, you can use it to create an arch of any shape. Gypsum plasterboard construction is much easier to install, unlike monolithic arches, lined with brick and stone.
Installation is carried out using a metal frame and sheets of drywall. After the construction is assembled, it needs finishing. To do this, they putty and grind it. Already after embarking on the trim in accordance with the interior design.
Tree
Stone and wood are noble materials and they are not so easy to handle. The wooden arch is perfectly combined with different styles, but requires regular maintenance. In order to prevent the material from cracking, you should purchase wood treated with special coatings.
An analogue of natural wood can be MDF. The material is much cheaper, does not require special care and is not subject to rotting.
Brick
Brick construction is more suitable for a living room in a country house, since it is quite massive, but if you want to see it in a city apartment, then you can do with brick veneers.
Gypsum
The plaster arch allows you to make a real work of art with the smallest details out of the ordinary doorway, while the cost will be quite democratic. Gypsum finish can be purchased in the finished version or create your own.
In the photo there is a living room with an arch of an unusual symmetrical shape. The decoration is made of plaster and stucco.
Plastic
Polyfoam is the most affordable material of all listed, it is easy to cut out the arch frame from it, a special mesh is used to increase the strength. Polyurethane arches are characterized by high strength, durability, resistance to moisture and external influences. In addition, the material is simply attached to the glue.
Finishing options
Decorative rock
Decorative stone is much cheaper than natural stone and it is easier to work with it. In the conditions of a city apartment, a decorative stone will become an optimal solution also due to space saving. The material has a wide color palette and a wide variety of shapes. Suitable for finishing the entrance and interior arch.
Decorative brick
An ideal material for the interior decoration of an apartment in the style of a loft and Provence. The material can be single or in the form of panels. Light brick color is suitable for finishing more delicate interior, as well as for an apartment with a small area. Dark brick allows you to fully reveal the idea of the interior in the style of a loft.
Tree
The color of the tree can change the character of the interior. Light or bleached wood can decorate both the classic and modern interior of the apartment. Dark shades, such as wenge, will stand out against the light background of the walls and focus on the arch itself.
Wallpaper
The arch can elegantly and not arrogantly fit into an interior, having the general furnish with a surface of walls. It is also possible to beat the wall with an opening by pasting it with photo wallpapers.
Mosaic
Modern mosaic is made of different materials, such as glass, ceramics, stone and others. Finishing can be done only on the inside or go to the wall.
Plaster
With the help of decorative plaster arched opening can give a different texture. The end part can be decorated with spotlights.
The photo apartment in a modern style. An arched opening unites a room with a balcony. The interior is decorated with stucco with a wavy pattern.
Painting
One of the most simple, but, nevertheless, popular methods of finishing. The arch in the wall may differ in color, thereby focusing attention.
Tile
It can have absolutely any color and texture and can overlap with other details in the interior. A big plus can be considered strength and ease of care.
Mirror design
The mirror is an amazing material. It looks spectacular and helps to visually enlarge the room. In addition, the mirror details shimmer beautifully in the light.
Plastic
Budget option finishes. Plastic panels can be miniature, only protecting the place of the corner or in the form of wide strips imitating for example a wooden or stone floor.
Bung
It will be interesting to look arched openings with cork trim on the inside line, it will become an unusual highlight, which can be peeped in other interior details.
Glass
Elegant way. Part of the arch may have a glass insert. Glass can be opaque, transparent or stained glass.
Design and decor
With columns
Decorating the arch columns will be appropriate to look in the interior of a spacious apartment or a country house. The shape of the columns repeats the overall style in the interior and can be supplemented with decorative elements, such as stucco.
With moldings
Beautiful and easy way to finish. Large variety allows you to choose the option suitable to the interior of the apartment. Moldings are attached with liquid nails, can hide irregularities and protect the corners.
Backlit
Interior arch can be decorated with spotlights or recessed lamps, the lighting is mounted on the inside. Arch in the wall can be decorated with LED tape.
Figured design
The arch can have a completely unusual and unique shape that will decorate the walls and interior openings. Smooth shapes can match the classical or oriental style. Straight lines or figures, supplemented with metal parts, are suitable for a modern interior.
Painting
Hand painting will make the interior unique. The writing style may be completely different, but it must overlap with the overall situation in the apartment. Analogous to hand painting can be stencils.
Fretwork
Stucco molding correspond to the classical and bohemian interior in the apartment. They can become an elegant detail and only complement the decoration of the arch or almost completely cover the area of the opening.
With shelves
Shelves can be part of an arched opening. This technique not only looks interesting, but also gives additional useful storage space in the apartment.
Curtains on the arch
Thick textile curtains will help isolate the room from the common space. Cotton curtains perform more decorative function. Materials may overlap with other textile items in the room or apartment.
Corner decor
The bending corner is a minimalistic and concise way to decorate the arch and protect the corners from damage. The color can be close or identical with the decoration of the walls or contrasted with the general background.
Unusual and original design
The arch may have an unusual, for example, asymmetric shape or be decorated with unusual details.
Photos in the interior of rooms
Hallway and corridor
The arch in the hallway can be located above the entrance door or separate the hallway from the living room and other areas of the apartment. At the entrance arch is to protect the corners from pollution. An interior opening may have a rounding at the top, without affecting the walls.
The photo shows a classic interior with pastel peach color. The high arch has a similar relief with other elements.
Kitchen
The arch will be a good idea for interior design of the kitchen, combined with the living room. The premises will remain common, but will be visually divided into recreation and cooking areas. The bar counter installed in the arched opening will be a continuation of the kitchen.
Living room
In the hall of the arch can decorate the walls, forming a small niche. They can be set shelves, hang pictures, photos, or leave empty.
In the photo is a classic living room. A wall with an arched opening separates the room from the rest of the space.
Bedroom
The arch can divide a bedroom into two zones. A sleeping and activity area, such as a dressing room, dressing table, or a place to rest.
Children's
Interroom arch in the nursery can have an unusual shape and be decorated with additional elements. For example, artificial vegetation, toys and flashlights.
Bathroom
The option of finishing the bathroom with an arch would be appropriate to look in a spacious room. The arch can separate the bath or decorate the countertop with a sink and a mirror, creating additional lighting with the help of spotlights.
Balcony and Loggia
A large arch visually separates the balcony from the room, keeping the total space. This method is suitable for rooms with combined loggias and balconies.
Styles
Classic
The classic interior will decorate the arch with the correct symmetrical forms. Finishing can be made of plaster, wood or plastic panels. Elegant decorative details, such as stucco molding, will not be superfluous. But they should not be much, only in the form of an elegant addition.
In the photo interior in a classic style. Sliding doors form an arch and unite the space.
Modern
In modern style, such as minimalism or high-tech decorative trim may be completely absent. The simple shape of the doorway can be finished with the same material as the walls.
Loft
The ideal material for decorating an apartment in a fashionable loft style can be considered a brick and its imitation. Harmoniously looks arch in a brick wall with the effect of scuffs and aging. In order to make the interior of the apartment brighter the brick can be painted in a light shade.
Scandinavian
The interior of the apartment in the Scandinavian style is light, light and not overloaded with unnecessary details. The arch can be made of bleached wood, plaster or painted brick. Finishing in the Scandinavian style is mainly made from natural materials.
Country and Provence
Two areas combines provincial comfort. Provence style is lighter and more elegant.
- The arch in country style can be trimmed with stone, brick or wood, emphasizing the texture of natural material.
- The Provence arch can be made of the same materials, but decorated with light colors, such as painted brick or bleached wood with the effect of aging.
East style
The eastern interior of the apartment is difficult to imagine without the arched opening of a beautiful rounded shape. The arch can be added with beautiful inserts and panels. Wall arch does not require additional elements.
Features in a small apartment
In standard small-sized apartments, studios or Khrushchev, the arch will help save space.
- In the one-room apartment, an arch will separate the sleeping area from the living room;
- Blackout curtains isolate one room from another;
- In the studio apartment, an arch will separate the kitchen from the living room;
- In the standard Khrushchev arch can be a passage to another room or kitchen;
- In a narrow apartment with an arch and curtain, you can save space by abandoning the door.
In the photo there is a small studio apartment, an arched door separates the kitchen from the living room.
How to make an arch with your own hands
Before proceeding with the repair, it is necessary to determine the size and material. There are no strictly indicated dimensions; the opening must be comfortable in daily use. The standard dimensions of the doorway are 70-80 cm wide and about 2 meters high. They can be changed, making it wider or narrower.
The most common method of making an arch is made of drywall.
- For the construction of the structure will require several sheets of drywall of different thickness, guides, rack profile and reinforced arched corners.
- The guides are fastened to the walls and ceiling with the help of screws with plastic dowels.
- After the semicircle is cut out from gypsum cardboard, it can be fastened to guides.
- The guide profile is attached to the inner side of the drywall, repeating the line of the formed arc.
- A strip equal to the depth of the doorway is cut out of drywall and is attached to the guides with self-tapping screws.
- After the work done, the arch is ready for facing.
Photo gallery
The arch will give the interior an individuality, help save space, and intelligently divide the apartment into zones. There are a lot of options to make or decorate the arch, which will help support the interior of the apartment in the desired style.
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