Types of screens introduce screen layout techniques

As a typical representative of Chinese classical furniture, the screen is a very common figure in Chinese decoration style. So do you know what types of screens there are? Are there any techniques for screen layout in home decoration? Let the editor introduce them to you.

Introduction to the types of screens

There are many types of screens, most of which are divided by shape, theme, material and craftsmanship. There are many kinds of screens recorded in ancient books. The Han Dynasty's "Xijing Miscellanies" records that there was a wooden painted screen in the Zhaoyang Hall where Zhao Hede lived. In "Book of the Tang Dynasty", Fang Xuanling collected ancient and modern family commandments on a screen. Du Mu, a poet of the Tang Dynasty, said in a poem: The cold autumn light of silver candles paints the screen, and the small light fan flutters at the flowing fireflies. The sky is as cool as water at night. I lie down and watch Altair and Vega. Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty wrote the article "The Theory of Crossing the Yang", which questioned the idiom of crossing the Yang with a hundred steps. Emperor Qianlong ordered craftsmen to make 12 folding screens and personally wrote 538 words of the full text on the screens with ink.

Based on the shape, screens can be divided into insert screens (also known as seat screens), folding screens (also known as curved screens), hanging screens, Kang screens, and table screens (also known as inkstone screens).

Based on subject matter, screens include historical allusions, literary classics, religious myths, folklore, landscape figures, dragons, phoenixes, flowers and birds, and some have calligraphy and painting mounted on the screen or direct calligraphy and painting on the screen. In addition, there are elegant and unique ancient screens, which are based on antique utensils and exquisite accessories. They are often decorated with flower arrangements and have a unique bookish feel. They imply that discussing ancient times is not only about talent and learning, but that ancient knowledge can connect people with the world.

According to materials and craftsmanship, screens include lacquer screens, wood carving screens, stone screens, silk screens, mica screens, glass screens, glazed screens, bamboo and rattan screens, metal screens, inlaid enamel screens, and inlaid magnet screens. Film screens, stainless steel screens, etc. Screens made with different craftsmanship have their own merits. The jade inlay type has clear layers and is exquisite and translucent; the gold lacquer painting type has bright colors and is as brilliant as a brocade; the carving and filling gold type has smooth lines and is magnificent; the gray and glossy type has sharp blades and rich charm. Among them, the large types of lacquer screens generally use pine wood as the fetal frame, which is stable in nature and not easy to crack and deform. Some high-end screens are painted with lacquer and carved, and the frames are made of high-end woods such as rosewood and rosewood.

Screens generally come in two types: standing type and multi-fold folding type. Their forms include transparent, translucent, closed and hollow. Used for spacing. You can also choose screens of different textures and colors in different seasons. For example, in autumn, the colors of the screen should be brighter; in summer, light colors should be used to make the room look fresh and cool. The more fashionable one is the wrought iron screen, the fabric on which can be changed according to the seasons. There have always been many kinds of screens in China. In addition to the traditional standing type and multi-fold folding type, there are also hanging screens, plug-in screens, table screens, stove screens, telephone screens, etc. In addition to paintings, there are also bamboo curtain painted screens, silk painted screens, carved screens, and wheat straw screens. Sticker screens, silk screens, bone and wood inlaid screens, frosted glass bamboo sticker screens, high partition screens, etc., all have more decorative effects. The display should be coordinated with the overall home environment. The screen is the guardian of the family's wealth. If you want to keep the family's wealth, you must pay attention to hiding the wind and nourishing the energy in the hall. At this time, the screen will help the home to store the wind and gather the energy. Color can bring luck, and colorful screens are an easy way to improve your financial luck and feng shui. Using the color of the screen to match the five elements attributes of each location in the home can boost wealth.

According to the screen, screens can be divided into shallow relief screens and deep relief screens.

The bas-relief screen is the perfect combination of bas-relief screen and mahogany frame. Basrelief is a 2-3mm color carving carved on a wooden board, a colorful wood carving. According to the requirements of content and form, they are carved or painted, and they cooperate with each other to achieve the coordination of texture, light and color. Chinese colorful carvings have shown the combination of painting and sculpture on the Chu wooden figurines of the Warring States Period. The colorful carved wooden figurines of the Han Dynasty unearthed in Mawangdui, Changsha, Hunan, and Yunmeng, Hubei, are very exquisitely carved and painted. This tradition, through the Tang and Song Dynasties until modern times, still maintains its style and characteristics. It is one of China's outstanding national art heritages, colored carvings. With the development of science and technology, color carving technology has also kept pace with the times, been carried forward, and has an unlimited future. It uses high technology to perfectly combine painting and engraving to produce colorful carved decorative paintings and colorful carved screens. The pictures are realistic, the three-dimensional effect is strong, and the three-dimensional effect is excellent. The pictures inlaid on the mahogany colorfully carved screens are exquisitely carved pictures carefully selected according to the different preferences of different groups. Coupled with computer design, engraving, and mahogany frames and seats carefully polished by skilled craftsmen, whether sitting or inserting, it becomes a unique mahogany colorfully carved screen. Because it is a combination of tradition and modernity, it is widely favored by all walks of life.

The selection of mahogany colorfully carved screens is very strict. The mahogany is the finest national standard mahogany Burmese rosewood, which has strong ornamental and collection value.

The deep relief screen is the perfect combination of deep relief screen and mahogany frame. Deep relief is a 2-3 cm wood carving carved on a wooden board. Craftsmen use techniques such as relief, openwork carving, painting, and inlay to decorate the screen with some traditional Chinese patterns, such as flowers, birds, landscapes, etc.

Screen layout skills

As a flexible space element, decorative element and design element, the screen has both practical and artistic functions. It can be displayed through its own shape, color and texture. , patterns and other characteristics are integrated into the rich and diverse modern space environment, conveying the meaning of the new Chinese style, interpreting the charm of traditional Chinese culture, and bringing you into the scene. Therefore it is still widely used today. Although screens are no longer limited to certain fixed functions, forms and placements, each specific environment will have specific design requirements, so placing screens should be planned based on a full understanding of the space. How to maximize the beauty of the screen?

Living room layout

The living room is the main public space. In this space, Chinese elements are generally used as the main body, supplemented by the application of modern functions. The overall color tone is unified in the simple wood color. The mahogany sofas are arranged in an orderly manner, paired with armchairs, lamps, or antique shelves. Feel the timeless flavor in it. For example, several hanging screens are decorated on the wall, making it look both nostalgic and novel, creating a different temperament. Or placing screens, wooden grille screens, etc. at the entrance can create the effect of moving scenery as you move, leaving people with endless thoughts and endless reverie. After setting the main tone, embellish and mix the colors of the soft furnishings to add a different mood.

Study layout

The furnishings of Chinese-style study rooms are no longer purely in one form, but utilize the integration of multiple cultures to enrich the levels and naturally highlight the cultural heritage. This not only explains the owner's The understanding of life and the persistence of self-personality. In this office space, bookshelves, desks, chairs, and screens form the main body of the study. When paired with antique pieces, fabrics, screens, table lamps and other accessories, the monotonous feeling is avoided and the leisure atmosphere of the study is revealed. In terms of placement of screens, they are often placed in front of the window, or a floor screen is added behind the armchair, or it is paired with an elegant chair and a long table, with a screen behind it. Some people also use it to create a screen. Create a fresh and quiet small space, place comfortable chairs and a simple coffee table to create a calm and pure study atmosphere. Between sitting up and down, we can feel the modern atmosphere and the oriental style at the same time.

Partition function

Due to the unique characteristics of screens, they can be used to partition spaces, adding extraordinary charm. If a certain space area is large, you can use screens to separate the space and create a world of its own. Of course, it is most appropriate to choose a simple and elegant screen, which not only has a certain sense of transparency, but also plays a proper partitioning role, highlighting a calm scene. In addition, it can particularly show the noble status of the owner, such as the floor screen. No matter where it is placed, it will be the center of the line of sight. The person sitting in front must be the owner.

Arrange by category

Secondly, screens with different materials, patterns, and colors will show different personalities. For partitions, it is generally better to use a closed style; for enclosures, an openwork style can be used to make it look lively. In addition, you can choose screens of different colors in different seasons. For example, in autumn and winter, the screen colors should be brighter to fill the room with a warm atmosphere; in summer and spring, elegant and light colors should be used to make the room look fresh and cool. Of course, appropriate matching should be made based on the actual environment.

The ingenious combination of screen art and fashion is sultry, and the beauty is hidden within. Let us appreciate the traditional aesthetic taste, life philosophy and humanistic sentiments in the screen culture.

After reading the introduction to screen types and screen layout techniques prepared by the editor, I believe everyone should have a better understanding of screen types and screen layout. I hope my introduction will be helpful to everyone.