One、How to arrange Chinese classical furniture
1、Hall – Symmetrical design
In traditional Chinese residential architecture, the hall is of paramount importance. It is the face of the home and a symbol of the homeowner's status and dignity. Activities such as family worship, celebrations, and receiving guests are commonly held in the hall.
Hallways are typically divided along a central axis, arranged in a symmetrical and coordinated manner. A central console table is placed against the wall, with an eight-person table and two scholar's chairs positioned in front. Additional seating and coffee tables are placed on either side, and the console table is often adorned with auspicious and festive folk paintings. Each side features a pair of couplets, creating a solemn and grand atmosphere.
2、Study Room – Balanced Design
An ancient study, also known as a study or writing room, held a significant place in the lives of scholars. Due to the specific lighting requirements for reading and writing within the study, these rooms were typically oriented towards the south to ensure better ventilation and natural light absorption.
Typically, study areas are designed to be quiet and refined. The visual and functional focal points are balanced by the placement of the desk, while furnishings often include armchairs, bookshelves, and writing desks. Other items such as book stands, pen holders, and writing accessories are also commonly included.
3、Bedroom – Flexible Design
"The bedroom is a place for people to sleep and rest, and most of a person's life is spent in the bedroom. Comfortable and aesthetically pleasing bedroom furniture and furnishings can create a functional and comfortable resting space, meeting the needs of users."
The arrangement of furniture in the bedroom can be quite flexible, depending on personal preference. Common bedroom furniture from ancient times includes items such as: shelving beds, rocking beds, kang tables, screens, coat racks, and braziers.
Two. Classical Furniture Arrangement Techniques
1、Sufficient lighting design solutions
In interior design, classical furniture brings elegant and timeless aesthetics to living rooms, creating a stylish and beautiful atmosphere. The color characteristics of classical furniture also require specific lighting conditions. During the placement of classical furniture, sufficient lighting is essential. Adequate lighting in the living room is also a key element of home environment design. Wide, transparent windows combined with elegant classical-style lighting fixtures can enhance the lighting in the living room. Because classical furniture has a relatively low color tone, direct sunlight and light can enhance the layering of the entire classical furniture.
2、Effective color combinations
During the arrangement of classical furniture in the living room, the color of the classical furniture should match the colors in the living room, effectively coordinating with the wall and floor colors to create a unified color scheme that reflects the rich cultural and artistic atmosphere and the integration of new styles in the living space. Furthermore, it is essential to avoid using dark and somber colors on the living room walls, as classical furniture tends to have a darker color. If both the wall and floor colors are dark, it can create a sense of oppression for the occupants.
3、Not suitable for direct application against doors.
Generally, the living room is the first area you encounter upon entering a house. However, when arranging classical furniture in the living room, it is important to note that red wood sofas should not align with the doorway. This arrangement is considered "opposition" in Feng Shui. Ideally, the red wood sofa should be moved away from the main entrance to avoid this opposition. If relocation is not possible, a screen or partition can be placed between the red wood sofa and the entrance to visually separate the two areas, thus resolving the opposition.
4、Back support
In reality, whether it's the placement of classical furniture in the living room or other furniture, the back of the furniture should never be empty. From a psychological perspective, having an empty space behind furniture can create a sense of insecurity. If the classical furniture in the living room is backed by a corridor or window, it's equivalent to having no back support, which can be compensated for by placing decorative cabinets or screens behind the furniture to create a sense of belonging.