One of the classic design solutions is the use of a decorative arch in the interior. With its help, you can not only separate two adjacent rooms, but also frame a beautiful view from the window, emphasize the decoration of furniture and walls, and also change the shape and size of the doorway. Using a decorative arch will help create an atmosphere of luxury and elegance in your interior.
Arch design
Arch design includes many variations, however, here are 3 main types:
- Semicircular arch – a classic arch familiar to us all, the curve of this arch represents a semicircle, the radius of which is equal to half the width of the opening. Such an arch will fit elegantly into an apartment with high ceilings; otherwise, it will not look aesthetically pleasing and will “put pressure” on you.
- A soft arch, or a modern arch, is characterized by a curve whose radius is greater than the width of the opening; such an arch, unlike the first, will fit perfectly into an apartment with low ceilings.
- Elliptical arch – the design of such arches represents the combination of a classic semicircular arch and a modern arch. The radius of such an arch is larger in the center and smaller in the corners.
Design of a plasterboard arch
Do you want to create an arch at home? There is nothing simpler – you just have to stock up on drywall, as it has a number of advantages that will help you achieve your goal.
To create a plasterboard arch design yourself, apply a radius to 2 sheets of plasterboard (do not forget about our tips from the arch design section), cut out the resulting shapes with a jigsaw. Cut the guides on the stiffeners every 6-7 cm, bend them, and attach them to the side walls. Thus, you can create an arch of any shape and size, the main thing is to let your imagination fly!
Design of interior arches
Using arches as a replacement for boring doors is an excellent solution to visually increase the space of your home. The design of interior arches should be simple and elegant. You should not decorate the entrance to the room with a complex arch, decorated with gilded monograms or an arch with decorative carvings; it is better to make the interior arch minimalistic – a rectangular or classic arch is the ideal solution in this case. The simple design of door arches looks more sophisticated and modern; it does not overload the interior and creates an atmosphere of lightness.
Living room interior with arch
If you want to include an arch in the interior of your living room, feel free to move away from the standard opinion that the interior of a living room with an arch can only end with interior arches. Use a beautiful decorative arch to frame the pride of your interior, it can be an antique vase, or a collection of favorite photos placed in an arch-shaped niche.
Have you long dreamed of a decorative fireplace, but didn’t know how to fit it into the interior? You can easily make your dream come true by creating a living room design with an arch: construct an arched niche in the wall using drywall and place an electric fireplace inside, or just a pile of decorative logs. You can decorate such a composition using a frame along the contour of the arch and accessories for lighting the fireplace. Such a decorative fireplace will create coziness and warmth in the house,
and your guests will be amazed by your imagination.
Kitchen interior with arch
Kitchen design with an arch also has many variations. By constructing a semi-arch, you can spatially separate the working and dining areas of the kitchen. You can also use an arch in the design of a kitchen studio, which is very relevant at the present time. The kitchen studio is an open space that combines the kitchen and living room. This very practical and modern solution can become a reality in your home if you include an arch in the interior of your home.
