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Contemporary and modern interior designs
are probably this list’s most interchanged
and misused terms. Although these two
are related by definition, they are different
regarding interior design. While modern style
focuses on the elements of a specific design
era, contemporary style offers today’s trends.

Contemporary style is also focused on contemporary
minimal detailing and the use of textures. Its
main goal is to keep the space open by using
minimal and functional furniture on top of
black, white and neutrals. Some splashes
of bright colours are welcome to create a
varied space.

Minimalist interior design is one of the most
thoroughly modern design styles. Think
simplicity, refinement and a skilled hand at
sumptuous comfort and functionality. The key
here is to keep rooms spare and well-edited
with no printed fabrics and décor extras that
must serve a dual purpose. Think of a modern
art gallery or museum as a reference with
their pulled-together approach to filling a minimalist
space with minimal essentials that still feature
a lively sense of organic or abstract drama.

Farmhouse interior design uses warm,
neutral colours as well as vintage and
organic accessories combinations.
Weathered woods, clean lines, open
shelving, shiplap walls, worn paint and rustic
metal finishes like bronze and copper are
common elements of this style.

Select the perfect combination of rustic
and modern elements with warm wood
furnishings, bronze wall sconces, bright farmhouse
white couches and farmhouse sinks.
Incorporate details like a pine bookcase, oak
dining table, mason jars and gingham, floral
and striped textiles throughout the home for
a matched look.

Art Deco, short for the French Arts ‘decoratifs’,
is a style of visual arts, architecture and
product design that first appeared in Paris in
the 1910s and flourished in the United States
and Europe during the 1920s to early 1930s.

When we think about Art Deco interior
design, luxury and opulence often come to
mind since it is frequently used in high-end
hotels, restaurants and cinemas. The bold
and decorative elements of Art Deco interior
design can be fully appreciated in a home art deco
with high ceilings and large windows.

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