Canopy above the bed in the design of the bedroom (74 photos)
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The canopy above the bed is a decorative element that can give the interior a special charm. Many people think that this element is the privilege of romantic people living in wealthy mansions. However, you can create a modern canopy with your own hands. Depending on the chosen materials and design, the canopy over the bed with your own hands can look minimalistic, brutal, romantic and even spectacular. It can become the center of the room, setting the style in an adult bedroom or a nursery, it can subsequently be developed in the surroundings.
At the same time, the interior of the room should remain restrained, and the canopy itself can cover the lamps and small pieces of furniture. Specialized cornices will be needed only for some types of canopies - others can be easily fixed on ordinary cornices, hooks and crossbeams of the bed. So how to make a canopy over the bed?
Advantages and disadvantages of using a canopy
The advantages of using a canopy:
- creates an atmosphere of privacy, coziness, security and tranquility, hides a sleeping person from prying eyes;
- dense canopy fabric will protect your morning sleep from the sun, including muffling external sounds. In addition, there will be less drafts and cold air flows;
- canopy perfectly protects from annoying insects;
- the ability to create a special nook;
- will create a beautiful nursery design by adding a twist to the interior.
Canopy Disadvantages:
- canopy visually reduces the size of the bedroom. If you have a small room, then it is better to abandon this option;
- canopy retains dust on its surface, so it is not suitable for allergy sufferers.
The main designs and forms of canopies
Canopy design can be the most diverse. However, three main areas can still be distinguished:
- fabric on the supports, which helps to highlight the contour of the bed, as well as emphasize the space above it;
- suspended structures, including cantilever, where the main decorative role is assigned to the canopy;
- various textile compositions of any plan, which only create the necessary spatial design.
The structures themselves can be of the following types:
- canopy on the frame. The space and design of the bed from the ceiling is framed by a frame, and on the side there must be racks of metal and wood. The main design elements can be both in the canopy and in the rack. If you do not want to decorate the bed and the interior of the room with ornate forged elements or carvings, then you can use expensive luxurious fabric;
- canopy in the form of a “crown” structure, where the axis of the structure is located in the center of the bed. The frame in this case has the shape of a circle or square, and fabric is drawn through it. “Crown” transforms the interior, creating a spectacular and unique design.
- frame canopy. The fabric in this case is fixed in the form of an arc on the frame.
The arc is mounted on the wall, and it is carried to the head of the head. This type of canopy is considered functional and attractive, and most importantly, it is budgetary, as it does not require the manufacture of complex supports. The basis is the crossbar near the wall through which you can hang a fabric piece.It looks soft and relaxed.
If the design of the bed has vertical racks, then their design can be performed with original fabric draperies - garlands, frills, puffs. If the bed base is a complete design work, then it should not be hidden, it is emphasized by a translucent fabric along the contour.
The nuances of the choice of matter
The four-poster bed in the bedroom is somewhat reminiscent of a nursery, adding sophistication and romance to the interior. But the purpose of fabric draperies in this case is purely decorative. The main task of the canopy is to create a romantic atmosphere, which can only be achieved by using certain fabrics.
The bed is traditionally curtained with silk or a veil. Translucent fabrics can be hung to create an intriguing bedroom atmosphere. A wide range of colors, naturalness, lightness and airiness - all these are the characteristics of the popular canopy fabric options.
Heavy materials such as velvet, jacquard and tapestry are also popular. Such fabrics are in demand in the classic "palace" styles, because they symbolize luxury and prosperity. Satin and silk blend beautifully with gilded baroque furniture. And for the hi-tech style, you can not use fabric fastening on the frame, here it is quite possible to hang curtains on the eaves. The canopy in the oriental style must be supplemented with brushes and frills so that the interior is recognizable.
The design of the canopy and the bedroom should blend perfectly.
The necessary effect can be provided not only with the texture of the fabric, but also with its pattern and color. It is desirable that the shades of material and the canopy design were duplicated in other textiles - curtains, wraps, bedspreads. To create an atmosphere of restraint, you can use materials of cold colors, and for sensuality and romanticism - impressive scarlet, marshmallow-pink or delicate powdery, as well as precious shades of gold.
Canopy in the nursery
Girls in most cases are crazy about canopies, which is understandable. From early childhood, girls are interested in "interior" games. They like to equip corners, they are fascinated by play houses, tents, and also doll "apartments". In addition, the canopy in the eyes of the girl has a magical essence.
The universal version of the canopy for the girl is a design made of light white fabric, airy and translucent. Such a canopy fits perfectly into the interior of the nursery. The canopy for the nursery can be a set with a bedspread or curtains. The design of the wall canopy can be made in the color of the walls, the interior will turn out to be original and beautiful. In addition, the color of the canopy can be selected for the design of furniture and accessories. If there is a desire to make the interior of the nursery bright, then you can focus on the canopy of a juicy color.
If the canopy in the nursery will significantly cover the bed, then its design should be selected with more care. The effect of color for the girl in this case will be very noticeable. It is believed that purple, pink, red and orange canopies are not very useful in the nursery, because they invigorate and interfere with falling asleep. The canopy of green, mint, turquoise, lilac, blue and blue shades will become the best choice for the nursery. Beige, peach and yellow are also allowed.
In a modern children's room, the canopy fabric can be any, including the lightest and most transparent. If you choose dense fabrics for the nursery, it is recommended to choose two-sided options so that the canopy in the girl’s room looks equally beautiful from all angles.
How to make a canopy yourself
The canopy above the bed is a fairly simple product that can be built with your own hands. For a standard berth, it will be necessary to take a cloth 1.5 meters wide. It can be silk, chintz, organza or other material.For mounting, you will need to prepare rings with a diameter of 2-5 cm, including a wooden or metal frame.
The step-by-step process of creating a canopy includes the following steps:
- the fabric must be cut to get pieces of the required shape and size;
- each of the prepared elements is hemmed around the edges, so that the fabric is disheveled;
- for future fasteners, holes are created in the upper part, which are placed at regular intervals;
- as a structure for drapery fasteners, you can create a support with racks or a hinged structure;
- the frame can be fixed to the ceiling, which will facilitate the manufacturing process, however, this design will not differ in strength. As a result, only light tissues can be hung on it. The canopy is traditionally mounted on a support with vertical beams that rest on the floor. The support may be wooden or metal;
- rings are attached to the upper beams to which the fabric is attached.
The resulting canopy design can be decorated with decorative cords and other elements to make the interior more beautiful and luxurious.
