Are you planning a new house or a large renovation but struggling to decide on a style? Is it a toss-up between a traditional style with comfortable furnishings and classic designs and a modern style with sleek, clean lines? You’ll be glad to know that you may have them both in the popular transitional design.
The eloquent luxury transitional design allows you to mix and match components from both traditional and modern styles, resulting in a harmonious synthesis that is comfortable, classic, and chic.
One of the key advantages of designing a bespoke transitional home that is effectively completed is the opportunity to choose your favorite components from each style without sacrificing the aesthetic, worth, or quality of the finished product.
So, how do you do it, and what factors should you consider?
To begin, here are some basic concepts of traditional and modern styles.
The traditional style is a design and architectural style that is based on historic European classic styles. Crown molding, wainscot, chair rail, vaulted ceilings, and natural materials such as wood are used.
Minimalism, clean-sleek lines, tapering legs, and precise angles give an open, airy atmosphere in modern style. It relies on man-made components including glass, metal, and concrete.
The transitional design is a hybrid that invites the traditional style’s soft lines and comfy furnishings without the fuss while maintaining the color palettes and slick modern styling.
Here are some factors to consider when designing your transitional style:
1. Stick with a neutral color scheme of grey, sand, or white, but consider adding some strong elements to generate some contrast.
2. Don’t go overboard with the ornate woodwork. Avoid elaborate crown molding or wainscot to maintain the modern effect. Maintain simplicity.
3. Transitional design Lights are an interesting opportunity to transform your home by utilizing modern lighting. Lighting can have a wonderful effect on a room, and fixtures are growing more popular as the options expand. As a focal point, select an inspiring contemporary chandelier or molecular light.
4. Metallic accents are in high demand in today’s current transitional style since they blend well with any design style. Make use of gold, bronze, or copper in faucets, lights, side tables, and accessories. Visit our blog, The Art of Mixing Metals in Your Home, for more information.
5. Adding carpet for texture is a key component of transitional design. They serve to anchor the furniture in the space, add color, and provide soft luxury underfoot. A traditional woven or knotted carpet can give texture and pattern, and it is best to choose neutral colors to match the design.
6. Modern art can be used to transition from conventional to transitional styles. A transitional style home is heavily accented, and the accents can transform the design from modern to classic. Choose your favorite contemporary artwork to make a bold focal point. To avoid overdoing the look, the best strategy is to keep it simple.
Watch our most recent video, How To Get Started On Designing Your Home, for more in-depth guidance.
Our recommendation… Get your creative juices flowing and have some fun!!
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