Want to incorporate modern decor into
your home, but not sure where to start? Make your
home more fashion forward with a few fresh ideas
that will help create a look that is modern, yet
comfortable and livable.
Keep it Simple, Not Cold Modern
decorating can often challenge homeowners. The
clean lines, polished surfaces, strong geometric
shapes and asymmetry can sometimes appear cold and
uninviting. But that doesn't mean you should stay
away from modern pieces altogether.
Avoid going too over the top and slowly
incorporate modern elements to keep your decor
refined and elegant. You can start with a few room
basics, such as minimalist chairs or tables, and
then move on to accessories such as paintings for
a fresh touch.
Another way to make your move toward
modern is to replace faucets in the kitchen and
bathroom with more geometric, clean styles. The
new Level kitchen and bath collections from Moen
meet the need for minimalist home styling. Sleek,
contemporary lines and high-arc spouts coordinate
beautifully with today's modern interiors.
In the kitchen, the Level pull-down
faucet makes performing everyday tasks - such as
filling large pots, pitchers and vases in and
around the sink -- simple. In addition, new
finishes such as the LifeShine Classic Stainless
finish - a cool-grey hue - provide a warmer take
on the contemporary design and also coordinate
with stainless steel kitchen appliances, sinks and
hardware.
The Level bath collection also makes a
bold, modern statement with its tubular-shaped
handle available in both a single-handle,
single-hole mount (both 7-inch and 12-inch to
accommodate vessel sink applications) as well as a
two-handle widespread style.
It's in the Details Incorporating key
pieces and paying close attention to detail will
make your modern designs feel cohesive. Use metal
accents throughout your home, like chrome, nickel
or stainless steel, to add a contemporary touch.
To make any room in your home more modern,
consider adding customizable shelving from IKEA's
LAXVIK system, which features geometric styling
and a cool metallic finish.
As a contrast to stark, metal accents,
utilize more rugged wood in accessories such as
photo and art frames or bar stools. When it comes
to modern wood surfaces, contemporary designs
bring out the extremes, featuring very light or
very dark tones, so look for shades that
complement the rest of your décor. As an
ideal background for your modern elements, paint
rooms in neutral colors to highlight your updates.
Shed Some Light Lighting is extremely
important in contemporary design, and is often
seen as the key to illuminating the room's design.
When choosing lighting for your home, there are
many new options available that provide
interesting, clean lines.
Track lighting or floor lamps are popular
in contemporary design and often employ metals or
bold colors to reinforce the other metal
accessories or splashes of color incorporated into
the room. Pendant lighting is another great way to
brighten your space and showcase your designs. Or
try wall sconces with sharp lines in boxy patterns
and shapes; you'll increase the modern feel of the
room and add soft lighting to complement the
strong designs throughout the space.
Getting your home into the modern mix
doesn't have to be hard. Use these ideas to make
your move toward modern today.
For more information on the Level
collection or other Moen products, visit
www.moen.com or call (800) BUY-MOEN
(800-289-6636).
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