In traditional culture, there is a saying that "the poor look at the hall, the rich look at the kitchen", which is not nonsense, but contains the wisdom and experience of life.
In modern life, whether it is the pursuit of quality life or for the health and happiness of our families, we have some points to pay attention to in the decoration and layout of halls and kitchens.
The hall, also known as the living room, is usually an important place in the family to receive guests and show the family style. When it comes to decoration design, the first is to over-pursue luxury and ignore practicality. Some people use expensive but impractical materials and furniture to make the living room look magnificent, which not only results in a waste of resources, but also makes the space feel oppressive and cluttered. For example, the use of a large area of highly reflective marble floors, although it looks gorgeous, is prone to light pollution and discomfort.
The second is the incongruity of color matching. Colors that are too bright or chaotic can make the living room look cluttered and lacking in overall beauty. For example, using too many contrasting colors, such as red and green, purple and yellow, at the same time can be visually striking rather than comfortable.
The third is the neglect of ventilation and lighting. An enclosed, dark living room can feel dull and affect the mood of both occupants and guests. If you block windows or reduce vents in pursuit of a unique design, you will lose more than you gain. The living room is the façade and the centerpiece. Therefore, the first point is to have good lighting, atmosphere, brightness and transparency.
Next, let's talk about the kitchen. As a place to cook food in the home, the decoration design of the kitchen is directly related to the quality of life. The first thing to avoid is that the kitchen layout is not reasonable. For example, too far between the stove, sink and refrigerator can increase the distance you can walk around while cooking and reduce efficiency. Or the kitchen appliances can be placed at random, resulting in a lack of countertop space.
The second is to ignore the storage design of the kitchen. Without enough cabinets and drawers to store utensils, utensils, and ingredients, the kitchen can become cluttered, affecting the mood and efficiency of cooking. In addition, the choice of materials in the kitchen is also very important. The use of low-quality plates and hardware can easily lead to deformation and damage to the cabinet, affecting the service life. Moreover, materials that are not resistant to fire and oil stains can pose safety hazards and cleaning challenges.
In addition to the above recommended avoidance of decoration matters, there are some general principles to follow when decorating and designing living rooms and kitchens.
1. Pay attention to the balance between functionality and aesthetics. Whether it is a living room or a kitchen, it is necessary to pursue beautiful design on the basis of meeting the actual use needs.
2. The space should be planned according to the living habits and population structure of the family. For example, a family with young children may need a dedicated area for activities in the living room, while a home that often cooks at home will need a larger, more efficient kitchen.
3. Environmental protection and health factors should be considered. Choosing eco-friendly decoration materials and furniture can reduce indoor pollution and protect the health of your family.
In order to better avoid these situations, it is recommended to refer to some successful cases and learn from the experience of others before decorating and designing. At the same time, you can fully communicate with professional designers, so that they can understand your needs and preferences, so as to provide you with a more reasonable design plan. During the construction process, it is necessary to pay close attention to the progress and quality of the project, and find and solve possible problems in time.
In short, the saying "the poor look at the hall, the rich look at the kitchen" reminds us that we should take the two important spaces of the living room and the kitchen seriously when decorating and designing, avoid common adverse consequences, and create a home environment that is both practical, beautiful and comfortable.