Contemporary style

November '22

A contemporary style is a modern and current approach to design, it reflects the design trends of today, and is ever evolving to changing modern interior styles.

Don’t be fooled by the perception of a contemporary style. It can be labelled as ‘cold and impersonal’, however getting the balance right, with warm tones, textured furnishings, and artwork with character, can create an open and inviting home, that is simple but deliberate with its clean approach

Contemporary style, a modern and current approach to design | Style Hub | Schlage

November '22

A contemporary style is a modern and current approach to design, it reflects the design trends of today, and is ever evolving to changing modern interior styles.

Don’t be fooled by the perception of a contemporary style. It can be labelled as ‘cold and impersonal’, however getting the balance right, with warm tones, textured furnishings, and artwork with character, can create an open and inviting home, that is simple but deliberate with its clean approach

How to apply a contemporary design to your home

Styling your home with a contemporary design is a great way to add a sleek, simple, and clean look to you home. Contemporary homes are more open and functional and provide a good indoor and outdoor flow. Whilst minimalism is leaner in its approach with less clutter, a contemporary design is about adding those ever-changing trends such as brass, metallic, timber or an architectural element within its design elements.

Consider sleek lighting designs, modern artwork and eye-catching furniture for a simple yet sophisticated design. Refrain from the use of too many decorative ornaments so your art and furnishings complete your space.

Here are a few tips to get you started.

Choose a neutral colour palette

If you listen to design experts, adding colour to your walls is back in again. However, consider soft neutral or earthy tones for your walls for greater versatility, and provide a balance of bolder colours for your furniture and furnishings.

Furniture and furnishings

Add some texture and bolder colours with your furnishings. Let your furnishings add character and modernisation to your design, ensuring they are at the same time simple and uncluttered. Glass, wood, stone, concrete and metals add great features for a contemporary design.

Artwork

The simplicity of a neutral wall colour allows your art stand out. Frames made of high-gloss, matt black or metal finishes, with modern inspirational artwork, that provides a cohesive flow to the design of your home.

Clutter free

Less is more, simplicity is key. Let the furniture and artwork do the talking, minimise the knick-knacks with a functional and flowing floor plan to maximise the use of your outdoor space too.

Technology

Smart homes are the way of the future, asking Alexa to do turn the lights on, or check the front door is locked makes our ever-busy lives simpler. A contemporary home considers the elements of smart home automation, from smart bulbs, refrigerator and the kettle to cameras and door locks. A smarter home simply makes things easier by connecting your devices through one main point, such as a smartphone.

The Schlage Encode Smart Wi-Fi Deadbolt, or the Schlage Ease Smart Locks can be paired with the Schlage Home or Abode apps for simple deadbolt programming and providing easy access to trusted friends and family.

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