The contemporary style seems elusive to many, because the presence of a variety of trends and fashionable eras is clearly felt in it. In general, the style belongs to the modern line, it comes after functionalism, constructivism, hi-tech and minimalism and is the most advanced modern style in interior design. He earned this title due to practical and original ideas, ultra-modern finishes, as well as very impressive accents (modern designer chandeliers, contemporary art, sophisticated lighting).
In the photo: Modern kitchen-living room with parquet and marble floors and a dining room in the center
In the photo: Interior in contemporary style 2020 in chocolate tones with wooden trim
Photo: Contemporary interior with orange and turquoise accents and trendy art pieces
Contemporary style takes the best from different styles, including art deco, neoclassical, all modern styles, as well as loft, Scandinavian, Asian and neoclassical styles. True, he uses every thing, detail, object and material not exactly as it was intended in the traditional version.
For example, he uses marble-effect porcelain tiles not to decorate a kitchen backsplash, but to decorate the entire wall, island, plus a kitchen loggia. The style boldly mixes chairs from the 60s with ultra-modern minimalist sofas, and in the bathroom it demonstrates a love of black loft-style details and Moroccan mosaics.
Photo: Gray kitchen with island and breakfast bar and marble countertops and backsplash
In the photo: Contemporary style in the interior of a sand and caramel living room with a biofireplace
In the photo: Contemporary style in living room interior design in black and white colors
Contemporary is an unification, combination, interesting combinations of not just fashion trends, but rather time-tested solutions and design techniques. Only they are taken from all styles of the world, universalized for modern decoration and combined in unusual combinations.
In the photo: Kitchen interior in contemporary style with art deco bar stools
Contemporary, as a style, has no rules at all in interior design. But there is a main trend - a laconic image, which includes both soft lines and the absence of bright shades and accents and monochrome color schemes.
In the photo: Contemporary style in interior design
How to distinguish contemporary from modern style or minimalism?
In essence, contemporary is a modern style with a large share of minimalism, but it is added, for example, with crystal chandeliers in the Art Deco style, metal chairs in the loft style, stone trim, like in the prairie style, pillows with tropical prints and velvet sofas, like in neoclassicism.
In the photo: Living room with blue armchairs and a gray sofa
It is not surprising that, as the most progressive contemporary style, it owes its appearance to... the Internet! Nowadays it is so easy to combine traditions, world cultures, various trends and trends, fashion from different countries and the best solutions, because there is so much information in the public domain.
In the photo: Living room in light colors in Barcelona
Some designers identify this style as: "When traditional European furniture is combined with modern, ultra-advanced design of accessories, lighting and decor." We believe that contemporary is simply “all the best…”, it can be “the lightest and airiest of all styles” (furniture, decor, accessories are selected according to the principle of airiness) or “the most exclusive and luxurious” (for example, when combined Art Deco styles, classic and luxury minimalism). In this case, the most important component is the accuracy of the combinations, the harmony of all shades and the clarity of lines and shapes. Contemporary art rejects chaos just as minimalism rejects bright accents.
In the photo: Living room interior design in contemporary style
Principles of creating a style
Finishing
To create contemporary art, you don't need to reinvent the wheel. This is a white ceiling covered with expensive plaster. Stretch ceilings or ceiling panels are not welcome here. Wallpaper in contemporary art is rare. The walls are painted in calm, ambiguous shades of interior paints, or textured plaster is used. There are wood wall panels or 3D panels.
Floor
The floor covering is selected - parquet boards with a large wood texture or high-quality laminate. In “wet” areas, large floor tiles are selected. Often these are white porcelain tile panels with a gray marble texture.
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Furnishings
Contemporary style furniture is easy to recognize in a furniture showroom. It is calm, of regular shape and neutral colors, noble expensive materials in impeccable execution. Furniture should be comfortable, look elegant and not stand out with extraordinary details.
Lighting
The multi-tiered lighting in the apartment has been carefully thought out. Several levels of illumination intersect in a lighting scenario based on the color of the lighting and its intensity. Apartments in contemporary style are distinguished by impeccable zoning. Techniques of all types of organizing functional areas in an apartment are used here. This includes furnished zoning, lighting, color, and using partitions.
Materials
Plastic, stone and glass are replaced by wood textures. Such luxurious minimalism has met millions of admirers due to its convenience, aesthetics and rational approach to organizing housing. Contemporary has many fans due to its practicality and elegance. The zoning of the apartment is based on the principles of ergonomics. Interior doors are replaced with glass or fabric partitions to save space and allow light to enter.
Technique
Contemporary is an urban urban style, so the technology of the room plays a key role in it. Often there is a smart home, built-in household appliances, and an abundance of lighting built into the walls.
Contemporary style apartment
Designing a small apartment in contemporary style is a very good idea! You choose well-combined elements from different styles to suit your taste and get a unique interior that you will not find in any of your friends or neighbors. True, without an interior designer who is well versed in shades, reliefs, ornaments, furniture, object design and lighting, it is very difficult to make such an interior harmonious. This is not at all the same as buying furniture from IKEA and putting it in a white room.
In the photo: Living room interior in contemporary style
Contemporary style color scheme
The color scheme of this style is based on a neutral color scheme that does not irritate or attract attention. As a rule, these are gray-brown shades, white, graphite colors, against which you can use furniture, decor, textiles, posters, paintings in blue, red, yellow, orange, green as an accent.
How much does interior design for an apartment in contemporary style cost?
| Square | Includes a set of working documentation, 3D visualization, selection of furniture and materials. Full project | A set of drawings for workers with dimensions, precise references, plans for erected and demolished partitions, electrics, placement of furniture, equipment, floors and ceilings, etc. Working drawings | Photorealistic 3D images that allow you to decide on the color scheme, functionality of furniture and textures of surfaces and materials. 3D visualization | Selection of facing materials, equipment and furniture within the budget, indicating the name, manufacturer, store and required volume. Selection of materials | Includes a set of working documentation, 3D visualization, selection of furniture and materials. Full project |
| up to 60 m² | 2250 RUR/m² | 900 rub/m² | 900 rub/m² | 450 RUR/m² | 2250 RUR/m² |
| up to 80 m² | 2250 1850 rub/m² | 900 rub/m² | 900 rub/m² | 450 RUR/m² | 2250 1850 rub/m² |
| up to 100 m² | 2250 1600 rub/m² | 900 rub/m² | 900 rub/m² | 450 RUR/m² | 2250 1600 rub/m² |
| up to 200 m² | 2050 1500 rub/m² | 800 rub/m² | 850 RUR/m² | 400 rub/m² | 2050 1500 rub/m² |
| up to 300 m² | 1850 1400 rub/m² | 700 rub/m² | 800 rub/m² | 350 RUR/m² | 1850 1400 rub/m² |
| up to 400 m² | 1650 1300 rub/m² | 600 rub/m² | 750 RUR/m² | 300 rub/m² | 1650 1300 rub/m² |
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In the photo: Interior in contemporary style in light colors
In the photo: Contemporary style in the interior design of a children's room
In the photo: Bathroom interior in contemporary style
Living room in contemporary style
A living room in contemporary style is an interior of one contrast. Typically, white or beige meets black here. There is a second design option - a bright interior with very bright fashionable accents (for example, a white interior with fuchsia and tropical green or a white and pink interior with accents of gold, violet and wisteria).
In the photo: Living room interior design in contemporary style 2020
In the photo: Contemporary style in the interior design of the living room and office
In the photo: Design of a kitchen-living room in contemporary style from the EuroDom company
Distinctive features
The three pillars on which the style is based are simplicity, functionality and practicality. At the same time, contemporary differs from scandi or loft in the atmosphere of high cost and aristocracy. But it is expressed not in colorful decor or gold, as is done in baroque or classical palace styles, but in noble materials of furniture and decoration. To create contemporary art, you need to have a refined flair and sense of style.
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Kitchen in contemporary style
A kitchen in contemporary style is usually represented by a minimalist kitchen set and a spectacular dining group, where interesting armchairs, a chandelier or a dining table attract all the attention. In such an interior, the rules are a challenge!
In the photo: Contemporary style in the interior design of the kitchen-living room
In the photo: Kitchen with an island in an apartment in Moscow according to the EuroDom project
In the photo: Bright kitchen with Art Deco elements from the EuroDom company
Contemporary style today
Modern man, as it turns out, is much closer to comfort and simplicity than luxury and brilliance, which is why the contemporary style occupies one of the leading places among other interior styles. The design of a room in the contemporary style is democratic and does not contain clear rules and restrictions. Practicality and comfort come first here, however, it has characteristic features that distinguish it from other styles. These include: division of the room into zones, laconic layout, built-in sectional, modular furniture, proportionality and clarity of forms, not overloaded with decorative elements and accessories. The disadvantages of the contemporary style include a certain impersonality and coldness, since furniture here is usually used in mass production, to which manufacturers, in order to make it practical and inexpensive, give fairly simple forms. The interiors of this style are distinguished by rigor and neatness, without alienating either lovers of the classic style or adherents of the use of high technology in the interior.
Bedroom in contemporary style
The interior of a bedroom or children's room in contemporary style is usually built around an interesting bed with an original headboard or an accent wall behind a minimalist bed. And the image is complemented by interesting lighting, bright accents and gold or silver design and decorative elements.
In the photo: Contemporary style in bedroom interior design
In the photo: Bedroom design in contemporary style from the EuroDom company
In the photo: Contemporary style interior with photo poster
In the photo: Contemporary in the bedroom interior
Decor elements and accessories
In order to enliven the design in the contemporary style, they use bright, shiny decorative elements and accessories, everything that the owner of the house might like. These can be paintings, panels, posters, figurines, textiles, lamps - everything that will enliven the interior, make it more comfortable, warm and homely. An excellent decoration for a room decorated in contemporary style are fresh flowers: ficus, bamboo, ferns, which not only please the eye, but also purify the air. It must be remembered that the contemporary style does not like excesses; everything should be in moderation, stylish and concise.
