Biedermeier, as an interior style, arose at the beginning of the 19th century, among the bourgeoisie, and its other name is pronounced “Bourgeois style”. This style got its name from the pseudonym "Gotlieb Biedermeier", which was taken by the German poet Ludwig Eichrodt. The word "bieder" means "simple-minded, philistine", so the pseudonym can be translated as "simple-minded Mr. Meyer."
Many critics reproach this style with philistinism and lack of taste, and supporters assure that it is dear to everyone who appreciates simple human joys and family comfort. In the era of Biedermeier, a house lets back its feeling of life; coldness disappears, and interior doesn’t remind you of an architectural ensemble, as it did in Empire style. The interior of that time is devoid of clear symmetrical shapes and proportions, all attention is directed to comfort and coziness. Favorite motif - realistic flowers on wallpaper, carpets and fabrics.
This is a cozy and warm interior design that attracts with its affordability, practicality and freedom. Biedermeier interiors do not require expensive furniture, too chic textiles, expensive decor, an interior is quite simple in execution. The furniture inherent in this style is simple and convenient in everyday life. The main requirement for furniture in Biedermeier style is convenience and functionality. Decorativeness fades into the background. It was due to the development of this style that various sliding tables with folding tops, wooden folding chairs, secretaries with drawers, chairs that transform into a library ladder appeared.
A fashionable piece of furniture of that period is a vitrine, glazed on one or three sides. Vitrines displayed home collections and family rarities. At the same time, a “clean room” appears in a house, intended for receiving guests, decorated with decorative objects, watercolors, miniatures, embroideries and souvenirs that demonstrate the good taste of the owners, often made by them.
Such interior didn’t need special painting in expensive gilded frames. Instead, simple uncomplicated landscapes, canvases in thin, simple frames, were chosen. Walls were covered with wallpaper - white or patterned. Patterns with images of flowers or birds were popular.
Upholstery of furniture was in bright colors, with brittle striped or floral patterns. This style is also characterized by an abundance of house plants. Flowers are often an indicator of comfort in a room. Windows were decorated with light muslin curtains and heavy curtains with fringed tassels at the edges.
Modern interior design in Biedermeier style can become a shelter from all life's troubles, where each thing whispers about something dear and unique. Furnishing your apartment in this style is not difficult - many furniture manufacturers create something "antique". Pick chests drawers, a dressing table combined with soft curtains and pictures of urban landscapes - and your home is an example of bourgeois comfort.
You can also do it in an easier way - decorate your home with souvenirs and trinkets brought from long trips, soft pillows that make you smile and which are so cozy to bury yourself in after a long day. Flowers in pots and a cage with canaries will be a great addition. All these elements will create an atmosphere of unique comfort, a place where you want to return in the evenings.
