My lifestyle - CONTEMPLARY
What's contemporary style? Strong lines, smooth forms, minimal accessories — with room for rule breaking Less is more: smooth profiles instead of ornamentation, solid or subtly patterned fabrics in lieu of colorful prints, minimal accessories rather than big collections. While it doesn't have the overt warmth of older design styles, it won't cast a chill either. You'll often hear the terms "contemporary" and "modern" tossed about interchangeably, but they're not exactly the same thing . Modern refers to a specific design movement that arose in the early 20th century and follows stricter guidelines; contemporary, by definition, is more fluid and tolerates a bit of rule-breaking. (Keep an eye out for a guide to modern style in the near future.) A strong emphasis on line and form — two essentials of good design — gives contemporary style its energy. These rooms are des