7 examples of the use of Soviet furniture in modern interiors

Chairs

The advantage of Soviet chairs is the material from which they were made. Most of the items are made of wood, and many do not even require restoration, moreover, they fit perfectly into the interior of modern dining rooms or become an addition to the home office.

Newcomers begin their first attempts at remodeling furniture from chairs, and they respond to them with gratitude.

Bedside table

Popular Scandinavian style conquered our compatriots with its laconicism and cozy atmosphere. White walls, contrasting accents, slightly bright decor and fresh flowers - this is how you can briefly describe this trend.

Scandinavians value a variety of textures and natural materials in their interiors, so the Soviet nightstand will perfectly fit into the decor. Thanks to the thin legs, the structure looks visually light: it seems that it takes up less space than it actually is.

Unlike furniture with a plinth, it is much easier to clean under the pedestals.

Sideboard

Some interior elements are passed down from generation to generation. Sometimes they turn into objects of art, and sometimes they become the main family heirloom.

In the first photo, the sideboard was restored by removing the old layer of varnish, removing scratches and protecting it with a new coating. It fits into a niche created by modern built-in wardrobes. And the second photo shows a 45-year-old Soviet sideboard, which was given a new bright life, repainted with chalk paints.

Carpet

Patterned, bright carpets, similar to the familiar Soviet ones, are very common in Scandinavian design blogs. Today, a vintage carpet from Afghanistan, Azerbaijan or Iran is an indicator that you are good at interior design in fashion.

To determine if your product has value, there are several criteria:

• the carpet is made of natural wool (the pile will burn and not melt if set on fire).
• The geometric ornament is clear.
• There are no moth-eaten areas on the product.

Of course, if the carpet is dear to you as a memory, you can ignore these criteria. To fit the carpet into the atmosphere of the apartment, designers advise putting it on the floor, rather than hanging it on the wall. Stylish and modern pieces of furniture should surround it.

Tables

"Soviet" furniture of the 60s mainly comes from Eastern Europe (GDR, Czech Republic). In many ways, it is no worse than its European counterparts and is not inferior either in quality or appearance.

The designers of that time did not care about their fame, but about the convenience of users. A writing desk made of wood can be easily "made friends" with a modern chair and computer equipment - its austere look is just right for arranging a mini-office.

And at the peak of popularity today - round oak tables for the kitchen. To use this treasure, you must clean it from varnish and protect it with a special oil. If desired, you can give it an updated look by choosing a composition with a color scheme.

Armchair

The model of these famous and comfortable chairs was developed back in 1957 by V. Kazulin, N. Manusharova and V. Savchenko. The designers relied on the constructivism of the 1920s, so the chairs turned out to be light and laconic. They do not take up much space and are easy to move.

Most of today's specimens require a waist and an additional layer of foam rubber. The updated armchairs with a sturdy wooden frame fit perfectly into the modern interior with a retro touch.

Refrigerator

Soviet refrigerators like the "North" and "ZIL" are inferior both in capacity and in roominess. But it is they who often become the highlight of the kitchen: repainted in a bright color in combination with an unusual rounded shape, refrigerators attract attention and set the mood for the entire interior. If the appliance is broken, it can be used as a cabinet by replacing the inner pallets with shelves.

And the owner of this blue ZIL refrigerator did not give up and went through it again, cleaning and replacing several parts. The owner believes that the kitchen assistant who has worked for 40 years will now work the same amount:

Any thing from the Soviet past can be registered in a modern interior, provided that it is made of high quality and is well preserved - the main thing is to choose a worthy environment for it.