Contemporary Style Decorating

Simple, modern clean-lines are prevelant in contemporary decorating schemes but that can be easily translated as modernly elegant. Whether being considered as a style of furnishing for a penthouse apartment in a skyscraper or for a sprawling modern home as seen in upscale magazines this is the perfect decor. But equally, it can be easily adapted for use in the average family home. It has many options and is a versatile look.

The first step to creating a contemporary decorating scheme is to find and choose contemporary furniture. Clutter and lots of embellishment does not suit the lifestyles of todays busy households, where the sleek lines and unencumbered feel of contemporary decorating does.Even a small home or studio apartment can be treated to a chic look when decorating in contemporary style.

There are few curved lines and little or no decoration on furniture pieces of contemporary design. Utilizing geometric shapes and angles, some think of this style as cold or unwelcoming. A very inviting ambiance in fact, is created with the simple, understated lines of contemporary furniture.

Naturally textured fabrics in neutral colors such as beige, taupe, camel and black and white tend to be selected for upholstered pieces.Boldly-colored throw pillows look great with these neutrals. Often chosen for contemporary furniture, are fabrics made of nubby wool, chenille, cotton duck and smooth silk and linen for an extra textural flavor.

In contemporary furniture, lines are simple, undiluted, and uncluttered. Legs on sofas and chairs tend to be exposed and made of wood or iron. Beds would not have frilly skirts, fringe or tassels, but rather a box-pleated, or other straight-lined skirt A wonderful decoration that works well with the contemporary furniture is throw pillows, in clean shapes with bold colors and lots of texture. Along with throw pillows, floor cushions and sofa cushions with the same bold designs and vibrant colors, perfectly accentuates the look of contemporary furniture.

Glass, highly polished wood, and metal or chrome are features of most contemporary furniture. Imagine sipping a martini and looking out over a city skyline from a wall-sized picture window - that is the overall feeling that exudes from contemporary decorating.

Fitting in really well with the contemporary decorating style are electronics such as wall-mounted flat screen tvs and sound systems.

Being functional, indulgent and simple all at the same time, is a wonderful attribute of contemporary furniture. People who prefer clean lines and the feel of spacious interiors tend to select contemporary furniture for their homes. Perfectly suiting their busy lifestyles and carefree personalities, the younger generation really enjoys decorating in the contemporary style.

An eclectic mix of bold solid colors and textured fabrics combined with clean, straight lines make up the contemporary style of decorating. There is no need to be trying to match intricate prints and patterns, which makes contemporary decorating an easy look to put togethter.

 

Author resource:  Beverly Clarke and her husband, Barry, own a successful trade showroom that caters exclusively to professional interior designers and their clients.  Although located in Florida, Town Country and Casual is available to professional designers both locally and nationwide.  Access their design resources and high-end furniture lines by dropping by the showroom, or visiting them online.

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