Modern Lighting And Contemporary Lighting Decor Ideas.

During the first decade of the 21st century, designers and architects introduced

an era which would change the face of interior design and decor for the modern home. Open floor plans, cutting edge materials, and new technologies swept through living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms, and bathrooms blending traditional and edgy decor and designs. Not long after, manufacturers designed modern lighting fixtures and modern furniture to complete the look of these new homes.

Modern lighting and decor refers to pieces from the mid-century that feature clean simple lines, hardwood floors, and patterned area rugs with a mix of eclectic art pieces, lamps, and accent furniture. Todays style features linen and cotton fabrics as opposed to synthetics and more muted displays of color, though the bold designs are still prominent.

Today, the eclectic style of modern home decorating is extremely unique. It is often a mix of vintage decor and lighting as well as new boutique pieces. The look is pulled together by mixing and matching colors and textures, resulting in a full and rich look. As a result the pieces in the home are often both functional as well as aesthetically pleasing.

Modern decor and lighting is often perceived as stark or cold. This is a common misconception. Though modern styles can take a minimalist approach, they by no means leave a space bare and impersonal. Placement of furniture pieces including lighting fixtures plays a key role in the creating the feel of a modern look. The overall effect should be one of simplicity with underlying complexity.

Here are some tips on how to achieve a modern style at home using decor and lighting:

Use the placement of furniture and other decor pieces to call out specific areas of the room

Make bold statements with furniture and modern lighting fixtures as bold and prominent are key features of modern design.

When selecting modern lighting pieces, keep in mind they are defined by their clean lines unlike traditional styles that are bulky and ornate.

With the history, features, and tips of modern decor in mind, you should have no problem achieving a trendy but classic look to any room in your home.

by: Sarah Richardson

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