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Discover series | Contemporary Design

As we grow, our style grows with us. Customizing your living space can be exciting, but tricky - there is just so much to choose from! The Discover Series is a unique genre dedicated to different interior design concepts, as a guide to help find what suits you and your space best.

As we grow, our style grows with us. Customizing your living space can be exciting, but tricky - there is just so much to choose from! The Discover Series is a unique genre dedicated to different interior design concepts, as a guide to help find what suits you and your space best.

contemporary design

contemporary design

What originated at the turn of the century, this design is an innovative combination of smooth lines, elements, and textures that all tie together contributing to the final look of what can be coined sophisticated minimalism.

This style’s elements are almost universal, which helps make this style or it’s elements so common place.

the soft side

the soft side

This style utilizes softer edges, natural shapes and colours, in order to bring warmth into an otherwise modern area. These elements act to soften the other materials common to the style, like metals, which can bring cold with them.

Tip: Metal frames, for example, can be used to give soft elements just enough of an edge.

Get inspired

Get inspired

This style is inspired by all of its predecessors in interior design, so don’t be afraid to incorporate elements that may be unique to other styles. There’s lots of room to blend styles to your preference, so embrace other styles to accentuate your space.

Tip: Lighting fixtures and accessories can be a quick and easy way to incorporate elements inspired by different styles. Careful not to overwhelm the space, keep it simple yet unique.

Keep it organic and bright

Keep it organic and bright

This design style also appreciates organic accents, and a selective colour pallet and focusing on a few tones will be emphasized by the organic light in the room.

Tip: a touch of green in common areas goes a long way in bringing life to the space, combined with bright white walls to bring everything together.