Dacha is a traditional place for summer holidays among Russians. Before the onset of summer, almost every family begins the repair and beautification of the territory after winter. Polina Tsvetkova, head of architecture and design of the Repair service with SberServices, told us what techniques will help create a cozy and comfortable rest area.
“I love the concept of blurring the line between nature and home, the flow from the inside out, the connection between inside and outside as if separated by a ghostly wall. If we are talking about Russian huts, then a veranda, gazebo or hammock can be a quiet place for contemplation, creating such a Bunin mood, surrounded by thickets of jasmine, lilac and wild roses or fruit trees with a vegetable garden ”,
said the expert.
He notes that the future of landscape design is now close to the image of nature, endless fields and meadows, in “natural” gardens, where it is better to use wild plants of the Russian flora.
Marina Vesna, co-founder of the Manner&Matter Russian object design platform, states that it is better to use outdoor solutions this season.
“The main trend is a harmonious combination of outdoor solutions and the nature surrounding this space. The local flora and geographical features in which a country house design is “embedded” will emphasize the taste and spiritual harmony of its owner”,
Marina Vesna explained.
The specialist also highlighted the basic elements of decor and furniture that should be used when arranging a stylish relaxation area.
“You need to clearly define your leisure wishes and organize the space based on them: choose an active vacation – a relaxation area combined with your favorite exercise equipment; if you want to organize another corner for children – play and storage area; If this is your place to escape and relax – a chaise lounge or hammock, your favorite plants, a summer kitchen, a bar and a place for your hobby. Be it an easel, synthesizer or garden bed for seedlings. Particular attention should be paid to the properties of the selected materials, the habitable climate of their habitat, their wear resistance and environmental friendliness.
After choosing the concept of the recreation area, Polina Tsvetkova, head of architecture and design at the Repair service with SberServices, suggests deciding on a style in furniture and decor. She identifies two current trends for country houses: Russian style and fairy tale.
“For all of us, well-known elements of the Russian style will help create an atmosphere of a happy childhood, established traditions in the country house, immerse you in peace and warm memories. You can complement the country interior with upholstered furniture, joinery and accessories by local modern designers who preserve the cultural heritage, reveal the local potential and make the product with high quality”,
Polina Tsvetkova explained.
He also noted that Russian sleds could serve as a prototype for a seat made of poplar and linen, and bread for a table made of Dagestan crustal rock.
As for the “fairy tale” style, the designer notes here the opportunity to experiment with decor.
“Returning to the theme of a Russian fairy tale, you can create a deep and rich interior that will be more harmonious not in a city apartment, but in a country house: dark spaces, the bare texture of old wood and the roughness of linen, ornaments, imperfect surfaces, elements of handicraft production gathered around the fireplace – in such a house feelings are aggravated, as in a dense forest or a stagnant pool, in which it is very pleasant to fall into and lose track of time. weekend, ”said Polina Tsvetkova.