Grandma's Interior: 5 Things from the Soviet Era That Are Back in Fashion

In our troubled age, views on everyday objects change so rapidly that yesterday's thing suddenly becomes unfashionable, and designers simply go crazy over objects from a forgotten era.

Now there is an opportunity to look into the mezzanine or into the pantry of my grandmothers.

You can find many interesting items there for repairs and interior renovation.

Carpets

Once upon a time, Soviet citizens were shamed for their habit of hanging a carpet on the wall in every room and laying another one on the floor. Well, carpets as a floor covering are already in fashion. It won't be long before walls are decorated like this again.

Furniture

Anyone who spent time with their grandmother as a child has fond memories of those wonderful chairs with low backs and wooden legs that turned into armrests. They say they are back in fashion. They may need to replace the upholstery and renew the varnish, but overall, they are a worthy item.

Dishes

Lucky are those who did not bring to the dacha glasses, salad bowls and candy bowls made of crystal with marvelous carvings. Crystal has always been the pride of the Soviet citizen and stood in the most visible place as a symbol of the family's well-being. This is not just tableware made of high-quality material, but also a way to create a special atmosphere during friendly gatherings.

Glass blocks

Once this material was used mainly in baths. Now glass blocks are not shy to use in apartments when creating a lighter interior. In a word, it is no longer a relic. In a modern apartment they will look great in the kitchen and bathroom.

Parquet

Here is something that is not subject to fashion trends. Oak parquet is not comparable to laminate, tiles and other synthetic coverings. Getting rid of parquet is unforgivable and reckless. It looks great in the living room, in the bedroom and even in the hallway.

It may be that some things need to be given a second life, but when these are things with history, it’s worth it!

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• 6 April 2023

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