Contemporary Decor Ideas
- Most contemporary designs are all about contrast. Create this desired contrast by selecting two dominant, and contrasting, hues with which to decorate. Try a bold black-and-white palette, or opt for a less common color combination, placing an earthy green and deep brown together in your space. If you select this decorating option, make your choice obvious by using only those two hues as much as you possibly can.
- Metallic accents appear sleek, smooth and modern, making them the perfect addition to any contemporary space. Add metal accents, like a metal desk decoration, a metallic vase or a small metal statue, to your space.
- In contemporary design, designers are often not afraid of color. Use color unapologetically in your design by adding a pop of color here and there. Select a color that is bold and contrasts with the colors already in your palette, and carefully place this hue here and there in your room, taking care not to overuse it. For example, if you have a black-and-white room, you could create a pop of color by adding red accessories here and there, such as a plastic apple, a picture of a tree featuring red fall leaves and a collection of red flowers.
- For a truly contemporary space, trade your standard wood pieces for glass options. Select glass-topped end or coffee tables to fill your space. Using these glass pieces accomplishes two tasks. First, it makes these pieces less dominant, thereby giving your room a minimalist feel. Second, these pieces, like metal accents, feature smooth, cool surfaces that pair well with contemporary decorating schemes.
- When selecting art to feature on the walls of your contemporary space, consider pieces that are geometric in nature. For example, instead of a painting of a person, select a bold modern piece featuring vividly colored squares. These geometric pieces will fit well with the rest of your contemporary decor and accentuate, not detract from, the modern feel you are creating in your space.