Hi-tech – an aesthetic current in architecture, originated in the UK and took shape in the 70’s. XX century. In English, “high-tech” means “high technology”. If the previous styles tried to hide the architectural backbone and engineering communications of the building, high-tech uses all sorts of ventilation shafts, beams and pipelines as full-fledged components of the interior.
This style has organically taken root in megacities. Having arisen in industrial premises, where everything is subordinated to a functional purpose, over time, it gradually spread to residential premises. Interior in the style of “high technology” is always distinguished by strictness, coldness, functionality, conciseness of forms and complete absence of jewelry. To achieve expressiveness, a game of concrete, metal and glass is used. The softness and naturalness of natural materials, create a cozy, soft atmosphere here is inappropriate.
Traditional wooden cabinets do not fit in such an interior. Suitable all racks on metal frames with open and closed sections. Shelves can be made of wood, plastic, glass or metal.
Lighting in the interior plays an important role. The general lighting, as if carried home from the workshop of a large factory – a series of fixtures that are attached directly to the ceiling, is supplemented by numerous monophonic metal or glass lamps.
Huge plasma panels, ultra-modern music centers and home theater systems are very organically fit into this style. Strict rectangular shapes, brushed metal, plastic and high technology make them ideally suited to each other.
The style is quite specific, so it is appropriate to have clear lines of the artist, such as, for example, the graphics of Denis Chernov. Also pictures of the famous surrealist Igor Paneik. His work very harmoniously will sound in combination with high-tech elements of decor and furniture.