Boho style in the interior: features, choice of finishes, colors, furniture and decor

Origin of the style

The boho style (Bohemian or Gypsy) originates from France and spread from there thanks to the creative life of nomadic students who decorated their temporary housing with brightly colored decor at hand. The interior looks bright, overly variegated and rich, there is an organized disorder that is characteristic of the younger generation in wandering conditions.

On the picture living room with yellow walls, a carpet with a bright print and leather ottomans in an oriental style, boho eclecticism combines interiors of many nations.

Tips for creating a boho interior:

1. Antique and forgotten items for decoration can be found in the grandmother's chest or in the attic, items with a generic history will be a distinctive feature of interior design.
2. There are no rules in the combination of colors, but in order to avoid emotional discomfort, it is better to think over the integrity of the design, the alternation of textures and colors of textiles.
3. Homemade decor will be the best boho interior decoration.

Distinctive features of style and colors

First of all, the boho style is distinguished by the color range of bright natural colors and the boldness of their combination. The interior combines from 4 to 8 shades in different proportions and without observing the combination rules. The basis for color creativity are bedspreads, paths, panels, patterns on furniture, curtains and homemade lampshades.

Boho interiors are loaded with an abundance of decor and a host of accessories that evoke a sense of clutter. All decor items are important for style, only favorite and symbolic things for a person are used. The creative atmosphere of the interior prompts the development of creative principles, the ability to create new things and implement ideas.

Boho features:

• Wooden furniture and decor, lots of textiles.
• Bright and at the same time natural colors (crimson, light green, sky blue, marsh).
• Abundance of decor.
• Eclecticism (a combination of different textures and colors, borrowing from different styles).
• Simple furniture, lack of advanced technologies and trends.

The most popular boho colors are: red, blue, orange, grassy, ​​yellow. Berry and natural shades of these colors are used, there are no acid combinations. Bright colors are combined in the interior without rules and warnings. In order not to overload the style with paints, the walls and background furniture can be white, gray or beige.

On the picture The bohemian interior of the living room combines modern bright panels with classical stucco molding on the fireplace.

Varieties of style

The boho style and the nature of its disorder are also different, so you can divide the boho interior into the following categories:

• eco-boho (with wooden furniture and natural textiles);
• hippie boho (with floral and animal designs, fringes, baubles and beads on floor lamps);
• chic boho (solid furniture and upholstery, expensive carpets, classic decor, clutter);
• art boho (modern paintings, rhinestones, crystal, glass, fur and satin in decoration);
• classic boho (ethno-motives, bright natural colors, a combination of different furnishings).

On the picture boho living room with a patchwork carpet, different wall finishes, a combination of metal and wood. The wooden ceiling with beams is not decorated with anything and is an independent decoration of the style.

Boho style apartment interior

Kitchen

The boho-style kitchen interior resembles a country-style headset in its simplicity, where all kitchen appliances are hidden in built-in cases, since boho is not a modern style.

Often there is a small sofa or sofa instead of chairs.

On the picture on the right is a fragment of a small boho kitchen with brick-like wallpaper, bright chairs and a seating area.

Living room

The boho-style living room looks like a gallery or an exhibition because of the abundance of decor, figurines, flowers. The furniture here combines a glass table with a leather sofa, fur rug, antique and modern wardrobe.

A fireplace, a large panel, fabric floor lamps, velvet, poufs, forged design elements are combined in one room.

Bedroom

The bedroom is a playground for the embodiment of fantasy, here wooden or iron furniture on legs, an abundance of textiles, bedspreads and pillows.

On the picture bedroom in purple with an openwork canopy and a chest. Floral curtains in a cool shade make the room look cooler.

The antiquary is combined in one interior with oriental motives. It is better to choose shades as muted and pale as possible to promote relaxation.

Children

In the boho interior, the nursery develops the creative curiosity and natural curiosity of the child.

On the picture nursery with classic wooden furniture and designer bright armchair. Boho is expressed in an abundance of flowers, patchwork bedspreads and a garland on the window.

A variety of textures develop tactile perception, and an abundance of colors does not let your baby get bored.

A patchwork blanket, crafts, soft pom-poms, flags, pillows, a drawing wall will give your child vivid memories.

Bathroom

Boho style bathroom focuses on vintage furniture (dressers and cabinets) and modern plumbing.

If there is a window, it should be decorated in a classic style with a lambrequin and garters. The decor will be walls with oriental or African designs on tiled friezes. Here you can set aside a wall for an art gallery or decorate it with a Moroccan carpet.

Finishes and materials

Walls

In the boho style, the walls are decorated with plaster, plain paint, wallpaper with texture or ethnic ornament.

On the picture a pink bedroom with wall decoration with colored wallpaper with a pattern that combines oriental and classic interior motifs.

Also, in the interior, the walls act as a background for a colorful decor, so the pattern on the wallpaper should be neutral.

Floor

The floor in the boho interior is made of stone (marble, granite) or planks, light or dark laminate. The floor covering is always decorated with a carpet, paths.

Ceiling

Can be white, colored, flat, plasterboard, or wood-beamed.

Furniture selection

Furniture in the boho interior is a combination of classic and rustic furniture. Most often it is wooden furniture, simple massive and antique with carvings, bright upholstery.

Boho as a style of disorder combines leather armchairs, modern chairs, a Provence-style sideboard, a classic rounded sofa, wrought iron and a wicker rocking chair in one interior.

On photabout a yellow suede sofa and crimson armchairs with a wooden frame. The carpet on the wall and on the floor is reminiscent of the creative eclecticism of the boho style.

In boho, there are no signs of chrome fittings, finishes and glossy surfaces.

Selection of textiles and curtains

There is never too much fabric in the boho style, it hides the simplicity of everyday life and old furniture. Textiles do not match with each other in texture and color, this creates a bohemian interior. Cotton is combined with satin, linen with velvet, almost the entire interior is created from boho-style fabric: chair covers, bedspreads, runners, carpets, rugs, ottomans.

On the curtains you can often find Moroccan or Oriental designs, Indian and African motifs. Curtains should be as loose as possible, with drapery and abundant waves that will overlap with the canopy or tablecloth. Blinds, roller blinds, tulle are also suitable.

Lighting and decor

Lighting

There are as many sources in the room as needed for sufficient lighting; in the boho style, the accent is made on the appearance of the chandelier and floor lamps.

You can decorate an ordinary lamp yourself by making a frame and hanging ribbons, lace, colored threads, brushes. Design chandeliers made of bottles or cans are suitable for the kitchen. Glass sconces can be painted with stained glass paints, and fabric floor lamps are decorated in boho style with beads, beads and glass beads.

Decor

The boho style is manifested in the little things, it is the complete opposite of minimalism, the shelves are replete with figurines, books, caskets, paintings, bright panels and paintings on the walls, there are many plants on the windows, and collectibles are stored on the shelves and on the floor.

Boho interior emphasizes the creativity of the apartment, on the wall can hang hand-embroidered, painted pictures, decoupage, crafts made of wool and beads.

On the picture a bedroom whose simplicity is decorated with the maximum amount of textile decor to create comfort in a nomadic life.

Photo gallery

While respecting the border between tastelessness and creativity, the boho style will distinguish the interior of the apartment from others. Eclecticism and the combination of the opposite creates a unique look for a room and makes it dynamic for change. Below are photo examples of boho-style interiors in rooms for various functional purposes.