A transitional living room combines modern and traditional elements for a sophisticated but approachable living space.
Werner Straube
Transitional style is a blend of modern andtraditional elements.
Becausethis design styleis so forgiving, there are many ways to achieve the calm, timeless look.
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Clean-lined stone cocktail tables and sand-colored drapes speak to the impressive fireplace.
Despite using mostly modern furniture, this room is anything but cold.
Choose Upholstery Wisely
Edmund Barr
Material choice makes a huge difference when you’re combining eras.
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While a slipcovered sofa may scream modern to some, the worn navy linen makes it feel old-world.
The look stays grounded because the rest of the room is kept neutral.
Mix Modern with Vintage
Karyn Millet
Modern architecture lets you display collections from any era.
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The clean lines and minimal decoration allow the things you love to truly shine.
Bonus: If you want to refresh the look, you might change out the smaller items rather inexpensively.
The comfortable but sleek furniture takes an understated backseat, allowing the architecture to shine.
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The restrained color paletteblack, white, and brownallows many elements and eras to play nicely together.
A tufted ottoman, a fawn-print rug, and a regency mirror add serious style without sacrificing serenity.
Include Natural Elements
Brie Williams
Items from nature help bridge modern elements with traditional ones.
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Even the birch logs in this living room feel somehow contemporary and timeless at the same time.
Mix Texture and Materials
The subtle palette of transitional rooms allows you to play with texture.
These many elements work in harmony, thanks to the restrained palette of rust and cream.
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In this case, modern art stands out amidst the mostly white surroundings.
Thanks to the juxtaposition inherent in this style, any style of art you love will look good.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contemporary is an ever-evolving style that focuses on current trends.
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Transitional sofas typically have clean, straight lines and neutral colors.
Since they are so versatile, they can be placed in traditional or contemporary spaces.
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