Canopy bed frame ideas which set the interior of the bedroom
A canopy bed frame can set the whole design of the bedroom interior as well as furniture. Four-poster beds were a symbol of the greatness of the owners of the house. Today, these beds are used to create a particular style. Canopy beds can be pompous, luxurious, elegant, modern and even minimalist. Whichever style, a canopy bed is romantic and it is the frame that creates the original design of the bed.
Canopy bed frames and the canopy bed drapes had purely functional meaning – to protect from cold and drafts, shelter from the bright lights and guards from outside noises. Moreover, in a crowded household, these beds were almost the only place of privacy. Different historical periods added to the design and layout of this bed frame. In the Middle Ages, canopy beds were usually equipped with a large awning on a wooden frame with carvings or colorful paintings. The Renaissance added a decorated headboard and podium, with spectacular columns in the corners. The Baroque added the luxury touch to the canopy beds design and the main function of the bed was not only sleeping in it but to demonstrate greatness. Velvet, silk and brocade were widely used for the drapery. The classic aesthetics feature carved, often ornate, decorative pillars, metal knobs, draped textile and dense canopy.
Modern style in the canopy type bed frames started with the age of classicism when the designs became elegant, more geometric and with clean lines. The canopy bed drapery became lighter and their function was more decorative than practical. Today, the canopy bed has returned gloriously to the interior of bedrooms. It makes any bedroom look really special. The design depends on the overall style of the room, your imagination and preferences. Some people prefer massive draperies while other opt for almost weightless transparent fabric. Canopy bed frames can be made of wood, wrought iron, stainless steel or other material. Beds which have only a frame are quite popular in modern bedroom interiors. Curtains can be hung at will, but many people prefer the minimalist appearance. Modern designs feature minimum of elements and simple geometric shapes. Very often metal frames are combined with wood and fabric which makes them really unique.
