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Bryan Mason is the Co-Founder of AphroChic, the online destination for modern decor with a hefty dose of cultural style. House tours, original art, and interviews with today’s top interior designers can all be found here. With diversity always at top of mind, it's a great resource for exploring the work of designers and artists from around the globe.
Maybe you're a decor expert with your finger constantly on the pulse of what's trending and what's next in the world of design.
Maybe you're a design-lover who occasionally likes to tinker with your space, endlessly searching for the right pieces to complete your rooms. Or maybe you only dip your finger in the design pool, just enough to make your home a good-looking, livable space. But whatever the case, eventually the time comes when we all feel the need for a little update in our interiors. It doesn’t always have to be something drastic - just a little touch here and there for a more fresh, contemporary feel. If you’ve been feeling the urge for something new but you're not ready for a total redesign, here’s 4 smart and easy things that you can do to make your home feel more modern.
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Modern Classic Furniture
It may seem counterintuitive, but the best first step to making your space feel timely may be to fill it with the timeless. Modern classic furnishings are an excellent place to start when looking to add a modern element to your interior. Eames chairs, Saarinen tables, ghost chairs -- they all embody a contemporary spirit in inspired forms that will never truly go out of style. Adding any of these clean-lined furnishings to your favorite room will instantly give your home a more modern feel.
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Add Metallics
The metallic mix is a big element in modern decor right now. The good news here is that there are many ways to add metallics to a space, and it doesn't require too much. Just a little bling in warm copper and gold or cool silver is enough to get your decorating update on the right track. For best results, bring in furnishings and accessories in each of the three finishes to create an interesting mix.
In the right proportions, the combination will make your space feel cool and eclectic.
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A well-traveled, global aesthetic is one of the hallmarks of today's modern design. While it's true that white walls and clean lines are currently seen as definitive markers of contemporary decor, it's just as true that homes that don't display at least a few different cultural influences seem to be missing a certain...something. Just like the metallics, there's a limitless number of ways to add global influences to a room.
A Turkish rug, a Chinese Chippendale chair and an Ethiopian mesob are just a few ways to bring in that worldly touch. But for the best combination of ease and affordability in pieces that will transform your space, invest in textiles. Textiles from different cultures are easier to mix and match aesthetically than large pieces of furniture. They're also more affordable to purchase. But perhaps most importantly, they are simple to replace, so that they next time you feel the need for an update you'll be faced with moving pillows instead of armoires.
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Statement lighting can be the ultimate finishing touch in your modern space. Now is the perfect time to explore the world of lighting. Lights have recently been attracting a remarkable amount of designer attention, resulting in a huge assortment of innovative and artistic lighting solutions. Look for oversized chandeliers, cool, handcrafted pendants and floor lamps with unique shapes. Lighting with a sculptural element is perfect for bringing any home into the modern design moment.
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