Canopy above the bed: 50 examples of curtains and curtains over a berth

A bit of history. If you ask any modern person where the canopy came from, you will hear in response that he appeared due to the whims of emperors, rich padishahs and the like heroes of that time. Of course, this answer was born for a reason. Any historical film about the Middle East will confirm this answer to you. Therefore, in the minds of modern people, the canopy is a symbol of luxury and wealth.

But few people know that this element of modern design has existed in Russia since time immemorial and was an ordinary chintz cloak thrown over a cradle suspended from the ceiling. This canopy cape was of purely practical importance - protecting the baby from drafts, all kinds of insects. Thus, the baby cradle with a chintz dome is the progenitor of all four-poster beds.

Of course, speaking of such a beautiful design element as a canopy, I do not want to mention its initial purpose - protection against mosquitoes and other insects. But precisely in this was the initial idea of our ancestors in the purpose of the canopy. And only with time, through the efforts of designers, did he become an element of decorating the bed, which is also quite justified. In the room, everything should fulfill not only a functional role, but also decorate it.

Types of canopy. Frame and mounting methods

Since the canopy today almost does not play its original protective function, it is often used as a decoration for a bed and room. Like any design element, it changes over time.

In some cases, his presence is indicated barely noticeable, purely symbolic. As an option - this canopy, consisting only of the upper part. This design will only protect you from plaster falling from the ceiling. But psychologists say that even such a symbolic canopy will give you a sense of security and peace. This feeling is just what you need for normal sound sleep.

There are several types of canopies. The most popular is the canopy, hung on a frame. The frame is placed above the ceiling and mounted on the bed stands. Sometimes the frame is attached to the ceiling without being integral with the uprights - it looks great. This design is a transitional option from a rectangular to a tented. But if your bed was not originally conceived with a canopy, that is, there are no racks, then it is quite possible with a simple fastening of the frame to the ceiling

Racks can be both wooden and metal. The design of this frame, of course, depends on your financial capabilities, as it can be made of valuable wood or forged metal, plus all kinds of artistic decor elements.

For lovers of sophistication, there is a canopy in the form of a “crown”. In this embodiment, the canopy axis passes through the center of the bed. The frame itself is made in the form of a circle or square, through which the fabric penetrates. The view, of course, of a bed with such a canopy is royal, but on condition that the "crown" looks like a royal one, and not like a sports hoop with draped cloth.

The next beautiful canopy can be considered a fabric hung on a frame in the form of an arc. The arc is attached to the wall at the head of the bed. A very beautiful, functional and quite budget version of the canopy.

A canopy, the curtain of which is thrown over the crossbar attached to the wall at the head of the bed, will be quite convenient and simple to manufacture.

Modernity is making adjustments. Today the canopy can be not only in the form of a fabric cape over the bed. Often it is presented in rather original forms, only vaguely reminiscent of a classic canopy.

Agree that a canopy with flora elements will create an incredible sense of peace and relaxation in nature. And if you also hang a cage with a songbird, then ... it will be a real paradise.

Some features of four-poster beds for children and adults

Each parent wants to see their child happy and does everything for this. Builds a nursery as a prototype of his future life - beautiful and protected from all life's adversities.

A children's canopy bed is definitely needed for children for a simple reason - protection from insects (the main reason), from rays of light, draft.

This bed is universal for both sexes up to a certain age. Continuation can only be if it is a bed of a girl or girl. The boys, upon reaching a certain age, by no means agree to sleep in such a bed - a man is growing. But this, of course, is purely individual. It is possible that this will drag on indefinitely. Therefore, consider the canopy options for girls.

In this case, you should strictly adhere to the traditional color scheme of the room. The main fundamental difference between a bed for a girl is the color of the canopy. Of course, this color should be pink. Other tones are allowed, but only close to pink in color.

As the child grows, the protective function of the canopy turns into atavism. Therefore, modern canopies over the crib began to play the role of just a beautiful element in the design of the bed and children's room.

For teenage girls, the best option would be a canopy, which is a drapery hung at the head of the bed. However, girls do not refuse such an option. This design will make the bedroom more feminine, somewhat displacing childhood from it.

Being an original person, you probably will like a canopy hanging over the bed not in a standard way, along the bed, but across it.

A wonderful idea would be to decorate a children's canopy. For example, canopied butterflies will definitely delight your child. Also, a garland hung on a canopy curtain will be an excellent solution to two issues at once - night lighting and at the same time decoration in the form of stars.

A canopy bed for adults has, in principle, the same features as a nursery, except that here the canopy serves more as a design element to create a romantic atmosphere in a bedroom than practical value. And what is better to create such an atmosphere as a canopy from a veil, lye and other translucent fabrics.

Used fabrics

Specifically, canopy fabric plays an important role in creating a harmonious bedroom design. The canopy fabric should be airy, light, color, combined with the general style of the room. Of course, natural silk is the best quality of all fabrics. Also looks great canopy of organza, voile.

Despite the popularity of silk, heavy fabrics (jacquard, velvet, tapestry) are often used for canopy. This has its own reason, because the canopy is a kind of symbol of prosperity, which fully confirms the canopy of beautiful heavy fabric. In addition, the heavy canopy fabric in winter will help you keep warm in the space under the canopy.

It should be remembered that the canopy fabric, whatever material it is made of, should be harmonious with the rest of the interior of your room, especially with curtains, bedspreads on the bed

Canopy and room style

The canopy in the bedroom is a special, significant element of the design of the room. Therefore, its presence requires a special approach to the choice of design, shape, fabric. It is important to know and take into account the available area of the room, because in a small bedroom the presence of a canopy above the bed will make it even smaller. You should also take into account the illumination of the room, the style of its interior.

If we talk about the combination of a canopy with the style of a bedroom, then there are certain dependencies that help to ensure the harmony of interior design. For example, in the classical style, heavy fabrics should be used, and silk and satin fit perfectly into the barroco.

In the bedroom, decorated in high-tech style, the canopy should have a look different from the classic (fabric). It can be any designs, but without fabric.

An oriental canopy should look airy. The use of light tissue provides this effect. By the way, a canopy without shuttlecocks and brushes - it will be, perhaps, a beautiful canopy, but not in the oriental style.

Finally

The listed canopy options above the bed are not the ultimate authority. You yourself can show your creative nature and construct something of your own, of course, with an eye to the already known options. This will be an interesting work, and you will use its result every evening, when the time for rest and sleep comes. Have a nice sleep in a four-poster bed!