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Ever since I was young, I always had this idea of a dream house and over the years, there have been many variations of what my dream house looks like. I decided, to shortlist in this post some of my favourite interior design styles that have been popular choices for modern homes. I hope this list would come in hnady whether you have a brand-new Sri hartamas condominium or a cozy townhouse in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, there surely will be a style for you in this list.

If you ask me these design and décor can be tricky waters to navigate, especially when it comes to the myriad of design styles out there. Although there are certain elements that are distinct to certain design styles, in reality most designers blend together different elements from different decorating styles in order to achieve a more modern take. However, it is crucial that to be able to identify the core elements and aspects of each design style. There is a number of design styles that are currently in trend. So, read on to get an in-depth view on what characterizes each design style.

Mid-Century Modern

Many an iconic piece in modern design has come from the mid-1900s, which was the era in which modern design flourished. Modern design style is characterized by refined lines, minimalist silhouettes and organic shapes. The masters of mid-century design have defined creative and interesting ways to incorporate new materials, such as molded plastic, plywood and metals, into industrial design. Mid-century modern pieces are high versatile and can blend and complement a whole range of different design styles.

Industrial

Industrial design harkens back to the industrial era. Anything industrial, as you can name it, goes for this design style. Exposed metals and distressed wood elements are used liberally, often accompanied by exposed brick walls. More modern advocates of this style tend to prefer more copper-tone accents to bring out more earthiness and rusticness. Furniture pieces are characterized by utility, which can vary from clean lines to elaborate ornamentation.

Scandinavian

Scandinavian style is an off-shoot of the mid-century modern movement in design. One of the, if not the most, distinctive associations of Scandinavian style is of course, IKEA. However, this doesn’t mean that you need to shop there in order to acquire distinctive Scandinavian-inspired pieces.

Scandinavian design style is characterized by the popular minimalist look. This permeates both furniture as well as interior architecture. The look features gentle contours, playful accents and a balance of both engineered and organic materials. White and gray ones are the focus of the color palette, with a touch of Bauhaus principles in the form of fluidic lines, great proportions and populist appeal.

Bohemian

You’ve often heard of bohemian chic fashion. Bohemian décor is the same, in that it captures the carefree and adventurous spirit of avant-garde lifestyles. Think about the long flowing dresses of Gypsies, as well as their red and purple tones. The key is to curate and edit your space to present a purposefully messy look that maintains a warm and inviting ambience.

Characteristics of the bohemian style include creative mixing and use of rich patterns and bright, vibrant colors. Furniture and décor pieces with an ethnic or nomadic vibe are crucial. For example, Morrocan, African or even Gypsy designs are trending at the moment. All this should be mixed with a healthy dost of textile, wood, and organic accents.

Farmhouse

Farmhouse décor is the modern counterpart to traditional country style. The overarching theme for farmhouse design style is transitional elements mixed in with some traditional elements. A farmhouse aesthetic can immediately transport your space to he French Provence.

Furniture pieces are characterized by distressed or exposed wood surfaces as well as comfortable fabric treatments. Color palettes are kept in the family of white and beige base colors with a mix of accent colors here and here. Although the orthodox accent color choices are usually turquoise or yellow, some bright fun and bold colors can also add pop and definition.

Urban modern

Urban modern interior design takes its cues from cosmopolitan environments. It is a fusion of various traits that are both opposing yet still complementary. Urban style encompasses a myriad of designs including minimalist modern, glamorous chic, ethnic heirlooms and edgy experimenting which all collide together in a distinctively 21-st century setting.

Elements in urban modern design include larger furniture that is both uniformly sleek and low-profiled. Furniture styles keeps to a more modern and trailblazing design and incorporate decorative accents that are artistically and creatively expressive. For example, elegant geometric designs and vintage pieces with embellishment are things that bode well in an urban modern space.

Shabby chic

With a shabby chic design style, the key guiding idea is to recreate the antique flea market look. Vintage elements in worn and organic materials are emphasized in this design style. Shabby chic furniture is characterized by their aged appearance. Materials such as distressed wood are covered in sanded milk or white pain in order to bring out the fine details and signs of wear and tear.

While the orthodox shabby chic color palette is usually white, ecru and pastel, don’t be afraid to inject pops of bold color. Likewise, decorative accents are usually softer and more opulent. This helps imbibe an affected feel, which serves to bring in the overall style and look up to a more contemporary standard. Linen textiles are great elements in shabby chic styles.

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Well, that’s a wrap! Hopefully this list was helpful in getting you started in identifying and perusing the design styles that are currently popular. It's important to remember that you don’t have to stick to just one style in your space. The most creative spaces are always a cohesive bridge of different interior design styles that often complement one another.

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