Gone are the days of boring seating groups in the dining room - today there is an eclectic mix of styles, colors and fabrics in the dining area. Furniture that doesn't fit together at first glance is skillfully combined. The end result is a chic interior where vintage individual pieces stand next to minimalist works of art. The mix-and-match trend not only impresses with charming ensembles, but also offers a practical and flexible spatial solution. Nowadays, the concept of the open living area has become successful - creating a seamless connection between the different areas (kitchen, dining area, living room) is no easy task. All the more so - especially with limited living space, the residents of the house face a major challenge. On the one hand, a small seating group saves space, but on the other hand, it simply does not offer enough seating for guests. We come to your help and give you some tips on how to mix chairs.
The eclectic furnishing style allows for certain freedom of design
Buying one is not always the caseuniform seating areamakes sense - designer chairs often cost too much and vintage chairs can only be found as individual pieces at the flea market. Even if you buy 6 chairs from a collection, one can always break. If you mix chairs, you always have a way out - you can expand the seating group at any time or replace individual chairs with others. You must adhere to a few basic rules:
1. Always create a visual connection between each piece of furniture - For example, all chairs are made of the same wood, or have the same color, or the same height.
2. Keep the dining table as simple as possible - an eclectic mix of styles automatically attracts attention - a simple dining table with clear lines forms the perfect background for imaginative arrangements.
3. First completely furnish the living room and kitchen and then coordinate the dining area with them. Too much eclecticism appears chaotic. If you have a simple modern kitchen and the living room is neutral, you can add a mix of chairs to the room to give it an extra touch.
The same chair in different colors
Beginners can fake the look – for example, buying the same chair in different colors. Add accents to the dining table with upholstery in contrasting colors. Such a colorful mix works perfectly, especially in puristic living areas. Our tip – decorate themWall unit with home accessoriesin the same accent colors (for example red chair at the table, red vase or red candles). With chairs with upholstery, you have the advantage that you can reupholster individual chairs if necessary, and you don't have to spend money on the entire seating group.
Same color, different chairs
Combine different chairs with a similar shape - the mix-and-match trend has become particularly successful in Scandinavian living style. You can simply buy different wooden chairs and then paint them yourself in one color. Our tip – the white color makes the beautiful silhouette of the individual pieces of furniture stand out better. If you don't feel comfortable combining multiple designs, you can start small - just replace one chair at the table.
Retro and modern in an exciting mix of styles
Create attractive contrasts withChairs from different eras. A chair with elaborate wood carving from the Baroque or Biedermeier era can even look better next to a modern plastic chair. When it comes to these combinations, you should trust your instinct as there are no hard and fast rules here. Try out several options and choose the one that best suits your living situation.
By the way, eclectic furnishings are particularly popular in the USA. Especially when an old building is being renovated and modernized, interior designers usually create a visual connection between inside and outside through decoration and furniture.
Bench insteadchairs
The bench is a practical alternative to the chair - it saves space. Especially if living space is limited, or if it is not sufficientSpace around the dining groupis available, it proves to be an extremely functional variant. The combination of bench and chairs looks homely and inviting and can, for example, loosen up the minimalist living style. Provide optimal comfort for your guests with seat cushions and cozy blankets.
materials asconnecting elementin the facility
Traditionally, contrasting materials (concrete and wood, glass and brick, metal and silk) create tension in the interior, but in eclectic furnishings they are used as a connecting element. Smooth, matt surfaces with a pleasant feel and in a neutral color palette make the dining area in the photo above appear harmonious and cozy.
In the photo series below you will find various examples of trendy mix-and-match furnishings - let yourself be inspired.
Vintage furniture brings a touch of romance into your own four walls - in the interior pictured above, the individual pieces of furniture are effectively staged. The rattan chair shines in an accent color of blue, the exotic wood chairs have been repainted. The dark mahogany chair has intentionally not been treated - its slightly peeled wooden varnish gives the interior additional charm.
Fake the look - spice up the dining room with decorative pillows and cushions made from different fabrics in contrasting colors. It can be colorful - prints with stripes, natural motifs and even faux fur can be used when decorating.
How to showcase design classics in the spacious dining room. Chairs and tables add a nostalgic touch to the otherwise simple interior - such a dining group is particularly appropriate in old buildings - it creates a visual connection between the facade and the modern interior.
The white chairs add a fresh touch to the country-style interior and allow the wooden table to play the main role in the ensemble.
Sometimes all it takes is a chair to be reupholstered - just this small change makes a big difference. Our tip – upholster the chair in an accent color (for example the color of the pendant lights).
Even small dining groups can be designed eclectically - creativity is particularly important here. Our tip – mix materials and shapes.
