Contemporary Design Ideas

When it comes to styling your home, if you enjoy keeping up with current styles and a cool modern vibe, then chances are you are a Contemporary style follower. Contemporary design is inherently trendy as it's a design style that is always evolving and quite literally means "of now".What does this mean as far as furniture and decore looks? Well, contemporary style design furniture has softer lines and rounded edges as opposed to the linear nature of modern or even some Mid-Century looks. When it comes to patterns, contemporary style consists heavily of solid colors and subtle patterns. You’ll find a neutral inspired color palette which aids in the serene effect that this design style creates. The neutral elements also allow the focus to be on the shape and lines happening within the design itself rather than the accessories and extra ‘fluff’.There are some basic rules to follow when designing a contemporary style home. The first, as mentioned previously is the use of the color. Neutral colors are the main stars of this particular design style, however, that doesn’t mean you can ‘pop’ a color! Using an accent of blue or green, or another color that isn’t too loud is a beautiful way to add some personality to your space. Black is often used in contemporary style design as a grounding color, adding contrast and bold sharp contrast to the neutrals.Another basic rule to follow with contemporary style is lines and spacing. This one may seem a bit obvious, but it’s very important. Being intentional about the use of horizontal and vertical lines in your contemporary space creates energy and flow in an environment. The space that is not filled, like the space between furniture, the bare space on the walls, etc, is just as important as the space that is taken up with solid items in the space. This rule is all about striking a balance, taking advantage of the structural elements of a space, and to let each piece of furniture and decor stand in its individuality and shine in the space.Though not as extreme as minimalist style, contemporary style does follow a less is more approach when it comes to furnishing. The furniture should be chosen with great intention, as it should make a bold statement within the space! When there is less, the less needs to stand out and yet be simple. Geometry and smooth clean lines play a role in contemporary style, as does the actual materials used for the furniture. For example, a sleek dining table with smooth wood and an X base would be more appropriate for the contemporary design than a raw and rustic style table. Extra frill, like fringe on rugs, curvacious sofas, and loud prints should be skipped with contemporary design. Go simple, bold, and structural and you will find yourself with a beautiful contemporary foundation.By following these simple design tricks, your contemporary home can feel polished and highly stylized! We hope you enjoy our Contemporary Design Ideas and find much inspiration.

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Trending contemporary styles

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Tailored Contemporary Master Bedroom
Tailored Contemporary Master Bedroom

Setting the Tone with Wall Art
Setting the Tone with Wall Art
Mauve Is The New Neutral
Mauve Is The New Neutral
Classic Color Combo: Navy and White
Classic Color Combo: Navy and White
Floral Art In Dining
Floral Art In Dining
A Horse of Bold Colors
A Horse of Bold Colors
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Distinguished Home Office for Two
Distinguished Home Office for Two
Two for One Contemporary Coffee Table Set-up
Two for One Contemporary Coffee Table Set-up
The Perfect View (of Your Sofa)
The Perfect View (of Your Sofa)
Transitional Living Room With Sectional and Accent Chair
Transitional Living Room With Sectional and Accent Chair
Large Patterned Rug Adds Interest to Comfy Contemporary Living Room
Large Patterned Rug Adds Interest to Comfy Contemporary Living Room
Bench Or Pouf?
Bench Or Pouf?
Modren Rustic Bedroom with Funtional TV Viewing Layout
Modren Rustic Bedroom with Funtional TV Viewing Layout
Gray And Rust
Gray And Rust
Refuel And Refresh: Spring Bedroom
Refuel And Refresh: Spring Bedroom
Seating To Scale
Seating To Scale
Deep: Textured Layers
Deep: Textured Layers
Contemporary Living Room With Industrial Edge
Contemporary Living Room With Industrial Edge