We are attracted by practical but modern style and colors in kitchen and bathroom materials e g.
Mixing modern and traditional bedroom furniture.
Added to that is just the right of contemporary and modern accent pieces.
Modern appliances red oak flat panel or white acrylic cabinets quartz counter tops etc however our living room dining room and bedroom furnitures are good quality traditional mahogany or cherry wood with dark stains.
By incorporating a mixture of traditional and modern styles you just might find the harmonious balance that you are looking for in your home.
But because of the simple monochromatic color scheme and minimal decor the over all effect is contemporary in feel.
Here are easy expert tricks for mixing antique modern.
The first living room mixes a traditional sofa loveseat and table set with modern rug lamp and accent table in the second a contemporary sectional cocktail ottoman and end table pair beautifully with a traditional tribal patterned rug.
For instance this room from the one king s lane studio with its english roll arm sofas and wing chairs has traditional furnishings save the contemporary coffee table.
Decorating a room with different furniture styles colors and patterns is fashionable and fresh but it can also be hard to pull off.
A touch of modern edge can make a classically beautiful room that much more compelling.