Are you someone that loves minimalism, balance and is constantly growing and evolving? Then the Modern Contemporary Style is the perfect aesthetic for your home!

Let’s start off with, what exactly is the Contemporary Modern Style? And how can I identify it? While Modern Design, ironically, refers to an era that has passed, Contemporary Design focuses on the Now and the Future. The Contemporary style concept is more fluid. Since the term “contemporary” refers to “living at the moment,” this style is more fluid and is constantly evolving. On the other hand, a modern design concept follows a strict format of minimalism, balance, and clean lines. In recent times, we can find a gorgeous melange of the two. Since Modern Contemporary interior design brings together two worlds, interior designers have the liberty to combine decorating ideas from various time periods and cultures. The basics of this incredible design trend are grounded in the concept that ‘less is more.’

What are some identifying features of the Contemporary Modern Style?

Minimal Aesthetics: These designs have clean lines and zero flash. They highlight simple architectural designs that showcase a timeless and sophisticated elegance.

An Open Space Feel: In order to create a feeling of spaciousness, an open floor plan is usually adopted. This could result in the kitchen merging with the dining room, or the living room merging with the kitchen.

Shying away from Ornate Designs: As the objective with this style is to present a simple and uncluttered look, these designs tend to stay away from ornate or elaborate designs and elements.

Furnishings that Feature Exposed legs: Modern Contemporary Designs have furniture with exposed legs: sofas, ottomans and chairs tend to feature bare legs and slim bases; showcasing also reflective surfaces like exposed glass and metals. There is also the use of natural wooden materials going from end tables with a metal base to rustic reclaimed wooden tabletops.

Here are some ways to incorporate a Contemporary Modern Style in your own home! 

Pick a Colour Palette that matches your Aesthetic: Popularly, a Modern Contemporary Style utilises Pastel and Neutral colours to elevate the sense of functionality. Since these monochromatic shades tend to make the space feel dull, you can add pops of colour to your home decor. You could consider using furniture pieces with toned-down colours in the upholstery but liven them up with bold colours on throw pillows.

A hint of Texture: Everything functional and modern is easily fitted into a contemporary home. You can add textural art decorations and area rugs to the otherwise minimalist home.

Curved but clean Lines: Modern interior designs use clean lines with curved patterns for a contemporary home. You can easily alternate between straight lines and curved edges to make your home feel more functional but cosy, all at once. A great example of this could be an incorporation of Curved Walls in your home.

Explore Light Fixtures: Lighting is an important part of any home. In a modern home, the light fixtures are usually non-intrusive and high-end. You can install pendant lights in enclosed rooms while installing a stylized chandelier in open spaces. You can also use high-hanging sconces with artistic designs to reintroduce the origins of contemporary interior design trends.

Play with Natural Elements: As we’ve said before, contemporary homes utilise a lot of open spaces and natural materials. Introducing natural light into your home can make the minimalist space look more expansive and clean. The natural elements of nature must have free-flowing space in a modern home. Not to mention, wooden tones play an important role in tying the otherwise dull colours together. It presents contrast against the neutral colours, thus making the modern home feel more welcoming and warm.

We understand that creating and styling your home is a big part of feeling at home and comfortable in that space. At Creative Architects, we work tirelessly to ensure that you are at peace in your home, and that your interior design dreams can come to life organically.

Let us help you bring the gorgeous Modern Contemporary Style into your home!

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