We create a contemporary look in your home you’ll want to incorporate these key elements: color, metal accents, texture, wood tone and lighting.
Clean lines and smooth surfaces without intricate details characterize contemporary design. However, that doesn’t mean your home will look stark or cold, because the days of boxy furniture and eccentric decorating are long gone. Today’s updated contemporary design is a blend of comfortable, livable elements that create a sophisticated, fresh look and feel.
If you want to add texture and create a more natural and inviting setting use fabrics such as silk, crushed velvet, linen or wool. Accents like fabric window treatments, furniture upholstery, over-stuffed pillows, area rugs and linen wallpaper are a great way to offset the clean, smooth lines of the metal accents. When choosing your fabrics, stay away from elaborate patterns because they will distort the clean, contemporary look you are trying to achieve.
Lighting is very important in contemporary design, because it is key to illuminating the room’s design. There are many lighting choices available to provide interesting, clean lines to accent your contemporary design. Popular fixtures include track lighting, pendants and floor lamps.
When it comes to choosing wood surfaces, contemporary designs usually feature very light or very dark tones. With a wide range of woods, finishes, designs and stains to choose from, you can easily create a unique flooring design. Your only limitation is your imagination and budget. Other ways to incorporate wood into your interior design is to use large wooden flowerpots, shelves, picture frames, end tables and floor lighting. The key to an effective contemporary design is to be consistent with your accents and not to clutter your living space.
